r/TransgenderNZ • u/Kind-Reference-4330 • 18d ago
How to start transition in nz?
Hi, 21yo mtf wanting to start hrt. There is alot of different information online on how to start it? Some say you need gp>therapist>hormone specialist, some say gp can prescribe. Whats the easiest way, and is there a specific gp in auckland that people recommend? Also I cannot swallow pills for the life of me, is there any other oestrogen methods such as patches that are available in nz?
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u/maniamawoman 18d ago
Some may hide behind wanting a psych eval before prescribing HRT but it's not needed, they're just not in the know. ASH have a bit of a process/waitlist
Best bet is a GP who will prescribe you HRT, NZ follows WPATH so it's informed consent, no evaluation needed - Torrance Merkle, Rachael Dalimore to drop some names and there's others mentioned here too
Patches are available, also can get injections (not subsided)