GCS

abbreviation

gender confirmation surgery; gender-confirming surgery

Gender confirmation surgery (GCS) is a well-established treatment for gender dysphoria that can assist most patients in relieving their dysphoria and reduce the risk of associated symptoms such as depression, suicidality, anxiety, drug abuse, and social isolation.

—Nick Esmonde et al.

Over the past few years, increased access to transgender insurance benefits have made GCS a financial feasibility for many patients.

—Julia A. Cook et al.

Medical Definition

GCS

abbreviation

gender confirmation surgery; gender-confirming surgery