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.


Medical Resources

Medical Therapy and Health Mainetnance for Transgender Men: A Guide for Health Care Providers: 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: