Detransitioners sue RI medical provider and persistent school agitator
Rhode Island Medical Providers Face Lawsuits for Alleged Malpractice in Gender-Affirming Care
Dr. Jason Rafferty, Dr. Michelle Forcier, and Thundermist Health Center in Rhode Island are facing two medical malpractice lawsuits filed by former patients. Hannah (“Layton”) Ulery and Isabelle Ayala claim they were subjected to irreversible transgender medicalization and experienced negligence and fraud by the medical providers. Despite national coverage, local Rhode Island media has remained silent on these lawsuits, perhaps underestimating their relevance to the average Rhode Islander.
The Influence of Thundermist Health Center in Rhode Island Public Schools
It is surprising to discover that the influence of Rafferty, Forcier, and Thundermist Health Center extends beyond their private practice and into Rhode Island public schools. Public records reveal that Thundermist Health Center trained South Kingstown School District social workers to deceive parents about gender-confused children in 2016. The training materials provided explicit instructions for school social workers to create conflicts between parents and children regarding gender identity and medical care.
- Check with the student about family disclosures!
- Do not disclose without permission.
- Refer persistent parents to administration.
- Build an alliance with the student.
These instructions clearly aim to drive a wedge between parents and children and recruit future patients for child sex change surgeries.
Jaye Watts and the Creation of Rhode Island School Guidance on Transgender Students
Jaye Watts, the Trans Health Director at Thundermist Health Center, played a role in creating the 2016 Guidance for Rhode Island Schools on Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Students. This guidance advises schools to keep secrets from parents, allow boys in girls’ bathrooms, provide co-ed sleeping quarters, and form “point teams” to facilitate gender transitions without parental knowledge or consent. Watts’ transgender activism also involved working with the Rhode Island Department of Children Youth and Families to incorporate transgender medical interventions as routine care for children in state custody.
Interference with Parents and Influence on School Social Workers
Thundermist Health Center interfered with parents concerned about gender ideology in schools, contacting a library trustee to express concerns about an educational event. This interference led to a mob of radical transgender activists attempting to sabotage the event. Rhode Island school social workers also appear to be influenced by Michelle Forcier, a defendant in the lawsuits. Forcier, a pediatrician and professor at Brown University, has endorsed gender-confused children seeking medical care without parental involvement. She has also edited a book that encourages pediatricians to take a “gender history” of children without parents present.
The Need for Transparency and Awareness
While the full extent of the defendants’ influence on public schools is not yet known, it is crucial for parents to be aware of the potential harm and ideological agendas embedded within the education system. These lawsuits highlight the importance of transparency and academic freedom to protect children and empower parents in making informed decisions about their child’s well-being.
Nicole Solas is a senior fellow at IWF’s Education Freedom Center. Nicole is a stay-at-home mom of two children from Rhode Island. Nicole advocates for school choice and academic transparency to fight back against the oppressive teachers unions and school districts that hide public information and bully parents. She is a Massachusetts attorney and graduate of Roger Williams School of Law.
What are the concerns regarding the potential biases and conflicts of interest in promoting gender-affirming care within the school system?
Parents, promote gender transitioning, and allow students to use the facilities and participate in activities that align with their gender identity. The guidance also encourages schools to provide hormone therapy and other medical interventions to students without parental consent.
Given the involvement of Thundermist Health Center in shaping these guidelines, it raises concerns about the potential biases and conflicts of interest inherent in promoting gender-affirming care within the school system. Parents should have the right to be fully informed and involved in decisions regarding their child’s medical treatment and well-being.
The Allegations of Medical Malpractice by Ulery and Ayala
Hannah (“Layton”) Ulery and Isabelle Ayala, the plaintiffs in the medical malpractice lawsuits, have come forward with their stories to shed light on the alleged negligence and fraud they experienced. Ulery, who identified as transgender during her teenage years, was prescribed testosterone therapy at Thundermist Health Center without proper medical evaluation and monitoring. She claims that she was not adequately informed of the potential risks and side effects of the treatment, which led to long-term health complications.
Ayala, who sought gender-affirming care at Thundermist Health Center, alleges that she was rushed into surgeries without a comprehensive evaluation of her mental and physical well-being. She claims that the medical providers prioritized pushing her towards gender transition rather than ensuring her overall health and well-being.
These lawsuits highlight the importance of ensuring responsible and ethical practices in gender-affirming care. Medical providers must prioritize patient safety and informed consent, considering the potentially irreversible consequences of these treatments.
The Need for Transparency and Accountability
It is alarming that the local Rhode Island media has failed to report on these lawsuits and their implications for healthcare in the state. The public has the right to be informed about allegations of medical malpractice and potential harm caused to patients seeking gender-affirming care.
Furthermore, there is a need for transparency in the collaboration between medical providers and public schools. Parents and community members should have access to information about the training and guidelines shaping their children’s education and healthcare decisions.
These lawsuits should serve as a wake-up call for both medical providers and the public. It is essential to prioritize patient safety, ensure informed consent, and address any potential conflicts of interest or biases in the delivery of gender-affirming care. Rhode Island needs to have an open and honest dialogue about these issues to protect the well-being of its residents.
Conclusion
The medical malpractice lawsuits filed against Dr. Jason Rafferty, Dr. Michelle Forcier, and Thundermist Health Center raise important questions about the responsible and ethical provision of gender-affirming care. The influence of Thundermist Health Center in Rhode Island public schools further highlights the need for transparency and the protection of parents’ rights regarding their child’s medical care.
It is crucial for the local media and community to pay attention to these lawsuits and engage in a meaningful discussion about the implications of gender-affirming care and the role of medical providers in shaping public school guidelines. Rhode Island must prioritize patient safety, informed consent, and transparency to ensure the well-being of its residents and protect the rights of parents and children in the healthcare system.
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