Dr. Kade Goepferd (they/them)
Pediatrician, med director of @childrensmn Gender Health Program, helping trans and gender-diverse youth thrive.
#ProtectTransKids
I am testifying at the State Capitol in support of HF3386/SF3502 which will provide funding to help train Minnesota physicians to provide gender-affirming care. Gender-affirming care is essential health care. #MNLeg
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To celebrate Transgender Day of Visibility, I'm making parts of my identity and journey more visible. It’s not just transgender and non-binary folks who have a gender journey — we all do.
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Protecting the legal right to essential health care for transgender and gender diverse youth in Minnesota was a wonderful first step last year. Now it’s time to make good on our promise and make sure we are available for the kids and families who need us.
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I'm proud of @childrensmn and the Pronoun Galaxy that hangs in our Minneapolis campus. Read the story of how our Pronoun Galaxy was born, saved and is now on display.
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.@childrensmn saw a more than 30% increase in new patient calls in 2023 that coincided with gender-affirming care restrictions cropping up across the country. Here's what we're doing to help these kids.
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🎉In celebration of Children's Minnesota's 100-year anniversary, Governor Tim Walz proclaimed Feb. 13, 2024, “Children’s Minnesota Day” in the state of Minnesota! #TheKidExperts
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🎉In 2024, we’re celebrating our 100th birthday; celebrating the many people who have helped us help kids since 1924! Let’s take a moment to recall our roots and look ahead to our next century of delivering world-class care. https://t.co/k4qTO0xo2r
Pronouns are how we acknowledge and affirm someone’s identity. Here's what parents should know about pronouns, what to do if you mess up your child’s pronouns and more.
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A non-binary physician executive. I do like the sound of that.🏳️🌈Thanks Chief for the feature and taking time to understand my unconventional path to leadership. There are so many of us out here with so much experience and knowledge and talent to share.
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There’s no “one size fits all” way to approach potentially challenging family gatherings with your LGBTQ+ child, but there are several ways parents can help. Find out how: https://t.co/wbzFKwxNhw
We all make mistakes related to equity and identity. As we gather and celebrate the winter holidays, be prepared and learn how to handle these mistakes.
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The gender-inclusive parenting style has become popular due to how it allows kids to freely choose their likes and dislikes without relating it to stereotypes or assuming a gender role or identity. Learn more about it from @TMBCenter.
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Being a transgender parent brings with it many gifts and a few challenges. But there are some surprisingly small, simple things we can all do to support transgender parents and their kids.
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Join me tomorrow, June 22, at 1 p.m. ET., to discuss the fight for gender-affirming care. Register and submit questions here: https://t.co/PhOXqnviqb
#protecttranskids
Join the #HarvardChanStudio on 6/22 to discuss the fight for gender-affirming care. Our panelists will explain how doctors, policymakers, activists, and allies respond to protect medically necessary care.
▶️ Register: https://t.co/YiKEaUvwBV
On this episode of our Talking Pediatrics podcast, we sit down with Rep. @LeighFinke. Listen (or read) as we talk about being a role model, creating change and improving the lives of trans and gender diverse kids and families: https://t.co/Bm1jd8L6Ye #PrideMonth#pride
During #PrideMonth, two Children’s Minnesota leaders are discussing why gender health care for kids is so important. They're also sharing how they personally show up for the LGBTQ+ community. https://t.co/3VjbbXOHB3
Find out the truth behind gender affirming care on @WCCO. I combat the misinformation that's being spread and explain what gender health care really is. #PrideMonth#protecttranskids
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It will be really visually powerful and affirming to see someone who cares for trans kids at the front of the #TCPride parade. This year more than ever, that's really, really important. #ProtectTransKids
Twin Cities Pride Parade grand marshal Dr. Angela Kade Goepferd, medical director of the Children's Minnesota Gender Health program, has been working to help transgender youth for more than a decade. https://t.co/2vGcwBwzDU
Congratulations to Dr. Angela Kade Goepferd of @childrensmn recipient of the Lavender Magazine Community Pride Award, for their outstanding dedication to uplifting and providing essential healthcare to Trans and Non-Binary youth
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