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Nationalvia The Globe and Mail· August 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Growing Demand for Gender-Affirming Voice Surgery Met with Limited Access

Original headline: “Demand grows for gender-affirming voice surgery, but access remains limited” — The Globe and Mail

Growing Demand for Gender-Affirming Voice Surgery Met with Limited Access

Key takeaways

  • Demand for gender-affirming voice surgery is increasing
  • Only about 70 specialists globally can perform the surgery
  • Access to the procedure remains limited

The demand for gender-affirming voice surgery is on the rise, but access to this specialized procedure remains limited due to a scarcity of qualified professionals. Approximately 70 specialists worldwide are capable of performing these technically demanding operations.

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