Why One Doctor is Calling for Ban on Gender Transition Surgeries for Minors

July 5th, 2026· 434 views· 0:54

Dr. Stanley Goldfarb discusses his concerns about medical interventions for children experiencing gender dysphoria, arguing that minors are not capable of making life-altering medical decisions with permanent consequences. Goldfarb says puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and gender transition surgeries carry significant medical risks, citing concerns about cognitive development, bone health, and other long-term effects. He argues that current evidence does not demonstrate sufficient benefits to justify those risks and contends that treatments with known risks but unproven benefits should be avoided. During his remarks, Dr. Goldfarb also expresses support for the Chloe Cole Act, legislation that would prohibit gender transition surgeries for minors. The discussion highlights the ongoing national debate over pediatric gender medicine, healthcare policy, parental rights, medical ethics, and state legislation. #StanleyGoldfarb #ChloeColeAct #GenderMedicine #Healthcare #MedicalEthics #PubertyBlockers #HealthPolicy #Politics #Parents #BreakingNews #ChildrensHealth #Medicine #Doctors #Legislation #News