Top 4 FAQs

  1. Do you do top and/or bottom surgery?

Yes! We offer breast augmentation and chest masculinization (reduction and mastectomy) top surgeries. Bottom surgeries provided at the center include vaginoplasty, phalloplasty and metoidioplasty

  1. Is this a covered procedure? Do you take my insurance?

Gender confirmation surgery, also known as gender reassignment surgery, is covered by many insurance carriers. Contact us to find out what your insurance company will cover. Don’t have insurance? You may still be eligible for insurance benefits. Contact us to learn more.

  1. Are there age restrictions for gender reassignment surgery?

One must be 18 years old to become a candidate for gender reassignment surgery. However, potential patients may be eligible to start hormone therapy before age 18.

  1. How long is your waiting list for a consultation?

We’re eager to meet with you and support you along your transition journey. As of July 2018, our waiting list for consultation is approximately one week. Contact us right away to schedule your initial consultation!

These four FAQs are a brief sampling of the many questions we receive on a daily basis. Have a question that’s not on this list? We’d love to hear it! Simply complete the Request and Appointment form or email us at transhealth@njms.rutgers.edu.

We look forward to hearing from you soon!