FTM Top Surgery Guide

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FTM Top Surgery is a gender affirming procedure for transgender men and non-binary individuals that creates a masculine chest. Top Surgery involves breast removal (Mastectomy) and male chest contouring, and may also include free nipple grafts, or nipple/areola resizing and repositioning.

Top Surgery is the most commonly performed gender reassignment surgery for trans masculine people. Top Surgery helps one to live more comfortably, improving psychological and social functioning, and it may be the only surgical step that one takes in their transition.

The different types of Top Surgery include Buttonhole Technique, Double Incision (DI), Inverted-T or T-Anchor, Keyhole and Peri Areolar. Learn more about FTM Top Surgery »

LATEST RESOURCE: Shopping & Packing Checklist
Getting ready for your Top Surgery? This handy checklist of medical supplies, convenience items, supplements and more will help you get organized for your recovery.

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BOOKS: Top Surgery: Unbound

Have you ever wished that you could find a book that would guide you through the entire process of getting Top Surgery? Now that book exists.

VIDEO: What To Expect At Your Top Surgery Consult

It's a good idea to be well-prepared for your Top Surgery consult so that you can get the most out your time with the surgeon. Here's a summary of what you can expect, as well as a video of a consult with Los Angeles Top Surgery surgeon, Dr. Josef Hadeed.

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The Ultimate Primer on Top Surgery and Nipples

When planning for Top Surgery, you might be surprised at the number of options that you have surrounding... nipples! This primer will help you understand your options and their implications.

Is Top Surgery Medically Necessary?

Here's what researchers, the medical community and professional medical societies say about the medical necessity of gender-affirming Top Surgery.

Top Surgery & Male Chest Contouring: What's the Difference?

Some surgeons make a distinction between Top Surgery and Male Chest Contouring. Knowing where your surgeon stands on this will give you clarity about potential costs and a better chance of hitting your Top Surgery target.

Questions To Ask At Your Consult

Once you finally get to your consult day, you'll want to make sure that you use that time with the surgeon wisely, asking every question you can think of that will help you make an informed decision. To get the most out of your consult, here's a list of questions to ask your prospective surgeon.

How To Take Care of Top Surgery Drains

Managing Top Surgery drains can be one of the most irritating parts of recovery! In this video, Dr. Drew Schnitt explains how to care for your drains after Top Surgery.

Top Surgery Considerations for Non-Binary Folks

When it comes to Top Surgery, non-binary folks often face an uphill battle, but there are ways around the insurance hurdles, as well as experienced surgeons who are enthusiastic about providing truly inclusive care.

Is Stopping Testosterone Before Top Surgery Really Necessary?

Many surgeons require patients to stop testosterone for a short period of time before and after Top Surgery due to concerns about wound healing and blood clots. New research sheds light on whether or not there's sufficient evidence to support this.