Best Transgender Surgeons Around The World

Many transgender people dream of having a full transition. This doesn’t only include the removal or augmentation of breasts and hormone replacement therapy. To them, the only way they’d eradicate gender dysphoria is through gender reassignment surgery (GRS).

However, GRS or SRS, is life-changing and mostly irreversible. That’s why it’s very important not to cut corners and skimp when undergoing it. Today, we’re going to make a list of where to get transgender surgery. We will only include the highest-rated ones as we don’t want to recommend surgeons with unverified results.

USA

If you live in the states, you’re going to find an easier time looking for the best transgender surgeons. Please know that we will not be able to enlist all the physicians but we’ve divided this section into states.

Dr. Ellie Zara Ley (San Francisco, California)

Nobody understands a transgender person better than a transgender person themselves. That’s why our top recommendation is Dr. Ellie Zara Ley. She’s an openly transgender woman who champions the best results for trans people.

Apart from being a trans woman, she has over 15 years of specialized experience in craniofacial, plastic, and micro surgery. These deal as important supplements for a trans person’s full transition. After spending many years mastering the science of masculinization and feminization.

She completed her training for gender reassignment surgery with Dr. Meltzer, the same doctor who performed her GRS back in 2015. She is a member of WPATH and is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Currently, she is part of Dr. Scott Mosser’s team, who is an award-winning surgeon in San Francisco who also performs GRS.

Dr. Praful Ramineni (Washington D.C.)

If you live in the Midwest or the east, one of the best options to have your GRS done is at the Dr. Praful Ramineni at District Plastic Surgery clinic. He performs more than 600 surgeries a year and he’s also a GRS specialist.

His career started by being one of the busiest doctors at the MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Apart from being one of the top transgender surgeons in the world, he has received multiple awards for teaching his specialty. He has taught over 100 residents during his career.

Dr. Daniel J. Freet (Texas)

He is the Medical Director of the University of Texas’ Transgender Medicine and Surgery Program. Apart from his accolades, he also offers the full spectrum of surgeries encompassing transgender transition.

He is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the Texas Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is also an active member of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health.

Canada

It is often dubbed as one of the most transgender-friendly countries in the world. Evident in the government’s support for trans people with their laws regarding trans healthcare, rights, and protection.

Dr. Pierre Brassard (Montreal)

If you’re a Canadian transgender woman, you must look up Dr. Brassard. He offers a wide range of feminizing surgeries. Not only is he the country’s most experienced transgender surgeon, but he was also taught GRS at the Mayo Clinic.

He has also contributed to the research and development of a gender surgery fellowship program in the USA. He and his team perform over 200 gender reassignment surgeries a year. Visit the Centre Metropolitain de Chirurgie in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, for more details.

Dr. Alex Kavanagh (Vancouver)

For transmasculine individuals in Canada, Dr. Kavanagh is one of the top transgender surgeons. He is a Reconstructive Urologist who’s certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He also has a Master’s degree in Epidemiology of Public Health at no less than Harvard University.

He trained under Dr. Curtis Cane in Austin, Texas, for gender reassignment surgery in 2018. Some of the services he offers are Penile Implants, Metoidioplasty, and Reconstructive Urology.

Europe

Unfortunately, we won’t be able to include all the countries in Europe in this article but we will be including the transgender surgeons in key cities that may be closer to where you reside.

Miss Tina Rashid (London)

She is one of the most-renowned urologists and transgender surgeons in the U.K. She finished med school at the University College London Medical School in 2004. She underwent post-graduate urological training at the North West Thames Rotation—with hospitals including the University College London Hospital and the Charing Cross Hospital.

Apart from her extensive studies, she received many accolades for her work as a urological surgeon. She offers vaginoplasty among many other urology-related surgeries.

Dr. Jean Philippe Binder (Paris)

For transmasculine individuals in Europe who are seeking phalloplasty, Dr. Binder is one of the top options.

He is qualified with the Council of the Order of Physicians in Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery, and accredited by the HAS (Haute Autorité de Santé).

South America

Just like with the other sections, this list is divided into key cities and countries. There are many reputable transgender surgeons in South America and a lot of western people travel to the continent as the fees are cheaper and they also get to have a mini vacation while recovering.

Dr. Carlos Daniel Guerra Castañon (Mexico)

He is a Specialist in Urology, Genitourinary Reconstruction, and Gender Reassignment. He earned his fellowship in Genitourinary Reconstructive and Gender Reassignment at the Belgrade Center for Genital Reconstructive Surgery in Belgrade, Serbia.

Apart from his extensive studies in urology and transgender surgery, he is also a member of the Society of Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgeons (GURS). He’s also an active member of the World Professional Association of Transgender Health (WPATH).

Asia

Similar to South America, many trans individuals from the west choose Asia for their gender reassignment surgery. Along with the more cost-effective options, they also want to enjoy a mini vacation as they recover.

Dr. Preecha Tiewtranon (Bangkok)

Also known as just Dr. Preecha, he is one of the most well-known transgender surgeons in Asia. He is also considered the pioneer of Gender Reassignment Surgery as he was the first to perform male-to-female GRS in Thailand.

The technique, sometimes called “Preecha Technique”, is used by other transgender surgeons worldwide. Below is the list of his extensive studies.

• Doctor of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand, 1966
• Thai Board of General Surgery (Diploma)
• Thai Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Diploma)
• American Board of General Surgery (Diploma)
• American Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Diploma)
• Australian Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (Diploma)
• Fellowship in Surgical Oncology, Roswell Park Memorial Institute, Buffalo, NY, USA, 1973-1975

Dr. Preecha also offers other surgical feminization services apart from GRS.

Dr. Alvin James Jorge (Manila)

The Philippines is also known as a transgender-friendly country and is a good option if you’re planning to undergo GRS. Dr. Jorge is one of the most-renowned transgender surgeons in the Philippines. He offers both feminizing and masculinizing procedures for transgender individuals.

He is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in general cosmetic surgery and gender affirmation surgery. He studied at the University of Santo Tomas and underwent GRS training in Phuket, Thailand.

Australia and Oceania

Last but not the least, for the transgender people down under, you must book an appointment with Dr. David Caminer. He offers feminizing and masculinizing surgeries along with gender reassignment. 

He completed his internship at the Baragwaneth Hospital in Soweto—covering surgical and medical terms along with obstetrics and gynecology.

Dr. Caminer is also the former Senior House Officer in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Johannesburg General and Hillbrow Hospitals.

Currently, he practices in Potts Point Sydney and Wollongong.

Did we forget any transgender surgeon you’re eyeing? Feel free to join the conversation by commenting the name of the doctor and the city or area of their practice.