Ohio Children’s Hospital Trains Doctors to Address Parent Concerns on Trans Treatments, Videos Reveal

An ‍Ohio ‌Hospital Misrepresents Parental Involvement in Transgender Procedures ‍for Minors

An Ohio hospital that actively lobbied Republican Gov. Mike DeWine to veto⁢ a ban ⁣on⁢ transgender procedures for minors has been‌ found to have misrepresented its approach to parental involvement, according to internal training​ videos⁣ obtained by ⁢The Daily Wire.

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, which ‌hosted DeWine onsite ahead of his veto and testified against the ban in the legislature, publicly claimed that parental involvement is a priority.⁣ However, internal training sessions reveal a different story. The ⁣hospital’s Transgender Health Center strategizes on how ‌to‍ bypass skeptical parents and actively steers children towards undergoing treatments.

Dr. Lee Ann Conard, the center’s director, suggests in the training video that ‍there are ways to progress a child towards “gender-affirmation” without parental support. She recommends putting ⁢the child in therapy without informing the parent and even⁣ stopping a young girl’s⁢ periods.

“Some kids aren’t ready to tell the parents, and we shouldn’t out them,” ‍says Dr. Conard. “If ⁣the kid doesn’t wanna talk to the parent … are there things that we can do medically to help? We can refer​ a ‌child​ for therapy without the parent knowing that the ‌kid told us they’re transgender. ⁢If they’re having significant anxiety and depression, the other thing ​is ‍menstrual suppression.”

Dr. Conard‌ is followed in the training video by Dr. Bridget Hagood, who conducts “gender-focused therapy”‌ without parental consent. The hospital’s approach is ⁣always “gender-affirming,” and Dr. Hagood​ expresses comfort in writing letters for hormones.

Evie Heflin, a social worker for the transgender⁣ clinic, warns during the training that doctors should avoid references to transgenderism in a child’s medical chart to protect the‌ privacy of patients.

The videos, which ‍were once linked publicly on the hospital’s website but have since been removed, contradict the hospital’s public explanations ​of its approach to transgender procedures.‍ The hospital’s transgender clinic aims to affirm​ any ​notion of gender dysphoria, often convincing concerned parents ⁣otherwise or circumventing their involvement.

Do No Harm, a nonprofit organization ⁢that works to protect minors from radical gender ideology, discovered the training videos and‍ criticized DeWine for⁤ failing to protect ‍children by siding with hospitals like Cincinnati⁤ Children’s.

DeWine, who ‌emphasized the ​role of parents ​in medical decisions, vetoed the legislation to protect children from irreversible cross-sex treatments. However, his office declined to comment on the training⁣ videos.

Cincinnati Children’s‌ Hospital,⁤ which contributed thousands of dollars to DeWine’s campaigns, did⁢ not respond to a request for comment on the ‌trainings.

The hospital’s transgender center was largely funded by the owners of Pure Romance, a company ⁣that sells intimate products. The couple, ​who have a transgender-identifying ⁤child, donated millions to the hospital.⁤ The center is growing, according to Dr. Conard.

This is not⁢ the first hospital ⁤to misrepresent its offerings for transgender-identifying minors. Texas Children’s Hospital was found to be⁣ actively performing transgender medical interventions despite ⁣claiming to have ceased these procedures.

DeWine has faced ​criticism from within his ⁤own party for vetoing the legislation ‍that would ban hospitals from ​using puberty-blockers, hormone treatments, and other “gender-affirming” procedures on minors. The Republican-controlled legislature has​ the‌ ability to override DeWine’s veto and has reportedly taken steps towards doing so.

What are the potential long-term effects on children’s well-being when decisions about their bodies are made without proper evaluation and‌ parental consent

G video that parents can be a barrier to a child’s transition. She⁣ suggests finding other ways ​to support the ‌child, such as providing resources and information without involving the parents. This ultimately undermines the importance of parental ​involvement in decisions regarding their child’s​ health.

These revelations raise serious concerns about the ⁤hospital’s ethical ⁤practices and transparency. While Cincinnati Children’s ⁤Hospital‍ publicly‍ claims that parental involvement is important, the internal training videos obtained by The Daily Wire tell​ a different story. The hospital’s actions ⁣demonstrate a clear agenda ​to push children towards gender-transition procedures, even if‍ it means bypassing parental consent and involvement.

Parental consent is crucial in any medical⁣ procedure involving minors, especially when ⁣it comes to irreversible treatments such⁢ as gender-transition procedures. Parents have the right to be informed⁣ and ‌involved​ in decisions ⁣that may have long-lasting effects on their children’s lives. It is alarming to discover that a respected institution like Cincinnati ​Children’s Hospital is actively strategizing on⁣ how to work around skeptical parents, instead of prioritizing their involvement and ⁢support.

The training videos feature ⁤healthcare professionals ‍at the hospital openly discussing ways to withhold‌ information from parents and proceed with treatments without their knowledge. This not only undermines parental rights but also​ raises ethical questions about informed consent. Parents ⁣trust medical professionals to⁢ act in the best interest of their children, but these videos reveal a disregard for this trust and​ a⁤ focus on advancing their own agenda.

Furthermore, these ⁣revelations shed light on the larger issue of the medicalization of gender identity in children. ⁢While it is important to support‌ transgender individuals and provide access to appropriate⁤ healthcare, it is equally important to approach these matters with caution, particularly when ⁢it involves minors. Children may experience gender dysphoria, but it is essential to⁢ ensure that they receive proper counseling and support before ⁣making any permanent ‌decisions ‍about ⁢their bodies. Pushing children⁣ towards treatments⁢ without proper evaluation and parental involvement can have serious consequences on their long-term well-being.

The⁢ actions of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital raise serious concerns about the ethical standards and priorities of the institution. Advocating for transgender procedures for minors while actively strategizing ways to bypass parental involvement is deeply concerning and undermines the rights of parents to make informed ​decisions for their children. It is crucial for the hospital to ‌address these issues, reassess‌ its‌ approach to⁢ parental involvement,⁣ and prioritize transparency and ethical practices ‍moving forward.

In conclusion, the internal training videos obtained by The Daily Wire reveal that Cincinnati Children’s Hospital misrepresents its approach to ⁤parental involvement in transgender procedures for minors. These videos demonstrate a ⁢clear agenda to bypass skeptical ‍parents and steer children towards treatments without their knowledge or consent. This raises serious ethical concerns and highlights the need for hospitals and healthcare providers to ​prioritize transparency, parental involvement, and the well-being of children above any personal ⁤or political agenda.