Sandyford doctor raises concerns over gender clinic practices in 2021

Dr. David Gerber, who served as the clinical lead for the Sandyford gender service in Glasgow for a decade, expressed serious concerns regarding the treatment protocols for young patients seeking gender reassignment. In a whistleblowing report, it was revealed that he alerted senior health board management over three years ago about the overly affirmative approach taken by staff, which he believed lacked necessary caution. Specific cases highlighted included a teenager who was prescribed testosterone despite alarming details in their psychological assessment, raising questions about the adequacy of the evaluation process. Additionally, concerns were raised about the suitability of a young patient referred for chest surgery, prompting a surgeon to question the referral with Sandyford. These incidents underscore the ongoing debate about the appropriateness of current practices in gender clinics for minors, emphasizing the need for a more cautious and thorough assessment process before proceeding with medical interventions.