Transgender Health Camp held by Saveetha Medical College

A multi-speciality health camp was conducted for the transgender community at the Born 2 Win NGO, Saidapet held recently under the “Azadi Ki Amrit Mahotsav” programme. 

The camp was jointly organised by the Born 2 win NGO and the Department of Community Medicine, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Thandalam. General Health check-up was done for the beneficiaries, which included blood pressure monitoring and diabetic screening. 

This was followed by an examination of Vision and Hearing. Guidance and Counselling were given on hormonal medications, laser treatments, breast implantation and sex revision surgery. Other services that were provided include Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and General Medicine. Medicines were distributed as prescribed by the doctors. Referral Services were also provided.