Inclusive Language / Lenguaje Inclusivo (Bilingual/Bilingue)

The importance and proper usage of inclusive language (bilingual: English and Spanish) in medical forms and medical practices (and beyond) is overdue and yet still relatively rare. Based not only on studies and analysis of various queer communities, but also on common issues of access and respect from patients in this communities, using correct pronouns and including up-to-date language on forms and by office staff and healthcare providers helps establish relationships of trust, understanding, and mutual respect. Given current attacks particularly focused on trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming people, it is especially important to assert the existence and validity of individuals of diverse gender identities and presentations, and to address them in a manner that fosters a sense of inclusion, safety, and dignity. Because these ideas are still relatively new and not in widespread use, it is understanding that there is still confusion around these topics. Providing clear, concise guidelines and terms is in the interest not only of improving interactions and relations, but also in normalizing already normal, yet politicized, variants of antiquated binary models of gender.