Support Resources

DCATS on MySpace: In case you just can't get enough DCATS...

DC Trans Coalition: Local group for trans rights advocacy.

BaltWashAnnap Guys: Another local FtM social group.

SMYAL: Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League. DC based group that runs discussion and support groups, advocacy programs, HIV testing and more.

The Transitional Male: Education, support and resource website.

Women Partners of FtMs: Online support group.

Metro Area Gender Identity Connection: MAGIC is a support group for transsexuals in the greater DC area.

FTMInternational: FTMInternational provides support and resources to FTMs through publications, workshops, regional groups and events.

PFLAG: Provides support and education for and on behalf of families and friends of LGBT people.

Intersex Society of North America: Support and education for intersex people and their families.


Legal Resources

Gender Transitioning and the Law (PDF): An overview of laws and cases relevant to trans folks, including documentation, discrimination, etc. Thanks to Dan Bruner of Whitman Walker Clinic's legal department for the information!


Medical Resources

Medical Therapy and Health Mainetnance for Transgender Men: A Guide for Health Care Providers (PDF): Free pdf download. Lots of great information!

Transster: Great website with lots of surgery pictures cross-referrenced by surgeon, type of procedure, etc.

Trans Health Program at Whitman Walker Clinic: Phone - 202-939-7698, 202-797-4454

Beverly Fischer, M.D.: Surgeon for top surgery, based in Timonium, MD.

Michael Brownstein, M.D.: Surgeon for top surgery, based in San Fransisco, CA.

Montreal GRS Clinic:

Gary Alter, M.D: Surgeon for genital reconstruction, based in Manhattan, NY.

American Institute for Plastic Surgery: GRS surgeons, based in Dallas, TX.


Binding and Packing Products

Underworks: Several great binders and swimsuits.

Title Nine: Maker of the Frog Bra, good for light binding.

Smitten Kitten: Packing products.

Grand Opening: Packing products.


Religious Resources

Dumbarton United Methodist Church: in Washington, DC.


Recommended Reading

Here are some books that DCATS members have found helpful, informational, or just entertaining: