FTM surgery is a major life-changing decision. It requires a significant amount of money and courage to go through both the actual operation and top surgery recovery process. Therefore, many patients want to make sure that it’s worth it and that the results are truly long-lasting. When they first come into McLean Clinic for consultation, one of their first questions would be, “Can breasts grow back after FTM surgery?”  In this article, we’ll tackle this interesting topic in more detail, explaining why the results of an FTM surgery is definitely permanent, how weight gain impacts chest ma ..read more

There are many stages to a full physical FTM transition. These changes include lifestyle alterations in order to achieve your desired results. If one of your main concerns is learning how to deepen your voice permanently, know that you’re not alone. It is estimated that 10% to 25% of trans men are unsatisfied with their natural voice. There are several ways to deepen your voice permanently. If you’d like to take a more natural approach, there are exercises and practices that you can do on a regular basis. For those seeking a more direct approach with fast results, you can opt for testosterone ..read more

Educating yourself about FTM top surgery procedures is a step towards experiencing the most comfort you can have in your own skin. Because it removes the image of having breasts, top surgery procedures help transgender men to fully transition into their self-affirmed gender, physically. If you’ve always wanted this procedure, knowing the average top surgery cost across Canada is a step towards reaching this goal.  The Importance of FTM Top Surgery Procedures Transgender men who wish to undergo top surgery experience distress called gender dysphoria. This discomfort is caused by the differ ..read more

The city of Toronto is an incredibly diverse city. Its streets are decorated with an eclectic mix of architectural styles, is full of parks perfect for Sunday morning meandering, and is a certified foodie destination with a variety of unique cuisines that will satiate your every craving. It’s also a living tapestry of a diverse mix of different cultures, ethnicities, and gender identities that blend beautifully together. Home to the warmest and most forward-thinking people, inviting queer spaces, and the most significant pride events in the world, this vibrant city deserves a spot in the world ..read more

Toronto’s Gay Village is an iconic LGBTQ+-friendly neighbourhood in the heart of the city, nestled at the intersection of Church  Street and Wellesley Street. Queer folks from all over have come to The Village as an exciting and welcoming destination for them to explore their identity and sexuality and to boldly transition without fear of judgment. But that wasn’t always the case.  In this blog, we delve deeper into the history of Toronto’s Gay Village and how it came to be what it is today. Continue reading to learn more! Alexander Wood, the Forefather of the Toronto Gay Village Ale ..read more

Discovering one’s gender identity and deciding to boldly transition and authentically express themselves can be an emotionally-charged process for young people. In a world that believes and imposes gender stereotypes, the process of “coming out” can make the individual extremely vulnerable to internalized oppression, isolation and alienation, exposing them to the risk of loss of family support as well as bullying in school. These critical contributing factors dramatically impact mental health and overall well-being. According to the Canadian Mental Health Association, LGBTQ+ youth face approx ..read more

Approximately 1.4 million Americans identify as transgender, but universal access to gender-affirming surgery in the United States is still far from accessible. It’s important to establish that, unlike in Canada, federally-funded healthcare plans are an exclusive benefit primarily for disadvantaged families and elderly citizens. Others are fortunate enough to be provided with private healthcare coverage by their employers as part of their contract. However, the same cannot be said for at least 28.9 million non-elderly Americans who were uninsured in 2019. For those that have the privilege of ..read more

Every year, McLean Clinic receives numerous patients both from in and out of the country for our chest masculinization procedures. We believe this overwhelming support is not only because of our commitment to provide the highest quality medical care and support for our patients in every way we can but also because of our mission to respect and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. In this blog, we’ll walk you through what an FTM surgery experience at our clinic is like and why more and more patients are choosing Dr. Hugh McLean as their preferred top surgeon.  Yuri Talks About His McLean To ..read more

In the recent years, transgender health care in Canada has seen dramatic improvements. More provinces have expanded their public healthcare packages to accommodate gender-affirming surgeries, including FTM/N top surgery or genital reconstruction procedures, for gender dysphoria treatment. However, access and availability of transition-related treatments are still far from reach for most members of the LGBTQ+ community because of the long wait times.  What’s the average waiting time to get a gender-affirming surgery in Canada? The country’s first study on transgender patients’ experiences ..read more

Despite being one of the most progressive countries in the world on gay and transgender rights, the hurdles of transgender healthcare access in Canada remain a leading cause of activism for its community members.  According to a 2020 report by Trans PULSE, more than 80% of trans and non-binary respondents said they have a primary care provider, however, 45% of them revealed that they’d experienced having one or more unmet health care needs within the past year. It’s a stark contrast to only 4% of the general population reported having unmet medical needs in 2015 to 2016. What Kind of Spe ..read more