Top Surgery in Connecticut
Connecticut is generally one of the more supportive states for access to gender-affirming care, with strong legal protections and a well-developed healthcare system for trans residents. Gender-affirming care for adults remains legal and accessible, including hormone therapy and surgical procedures.
In terms of providers, Connecticut has a growing number of surgeons in both private practice and academic medical systems. Not too long ago, it was difficult to find a surgeon in-state, and many people traveled out of state for Top Surgery. That has changed significantly. Dr. Laurel Chandler’s practice in Fairfield County is largely dedicated to transgender and non-binary patients seeking Top Surgery. In addition, the expansion of surgical services at Hartford HealthCare Medical Group and Yale Medicine has made it possible for more patients to access care without leaving the state.
Insurance coverage for Top Surgery is relatively consistent in Connecticut. Many employer-based plans and ACA marketplace plans include transgender healthcare benefits, often following established medical necessity guidelines. These plans typically require documentation such as a diagnosis of gender dysphoria, mental health support letters, and prior authorization.
Connecticut Medicaid (HUSKY Health) covers Top Surgery and there are multiple surgeons in Connecticut who accept it. For those with Medicare, options may be more limited, but programs such as Yale Plastic Surgery and Middlesex Health may offer pathways to care depending on the specific plan and situation.
A good starting point for local advocacy and community support is the Connecticut TransAdvocacy Coalition. Paired with insurance navigation tools like Out2Enroll, these resources can help patients understand their coverage options and plan proactively.
Overall, Connecticut offers a relatively strong environment for accessing Top Surgery, with multiple in-state providers, Medicaid coverage, and fewer barriers than many other parts of the country.
Surgeons in Connecticut
Dr. Chandler is a Harvard fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who has received specialty training in Top Surgery from some of the best experts in the field. Based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Dr. Chandler provides personalized care for a diverse range of patients, up to 90% of whom are transgender or non-binary. More »
Specialty training in Top Surgery, Connecticut practice dedicated to gender-affirming care.
Dr. Laurel Chandler, MD
Chandler Plastic Surgery
777 Post Rd, Ste 304
Darien, Connecticut 06820
203-423-3132
www.topsurgeryconnecticut.com
Fellowship-trained; board-certified; WPATH member; accepts financing, insurance and CT Medicaid (Husky); no BMI limit; uses informed consent (no letter requirement); wait list 2-3 months; $200 consult fee.
Dr. Shareef Jandali, MD
Jandali Plastic Surgery
5520 Park Avenue, Ste WP-2-300
Trumbull, Connecticut 06611
203-374-0310
www.jandaliplasticsurgery.com
Board-certified; WPATH member; accepts insurance and financing.
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Surgeon Research Tools:
- Connecticut state medical board license lookup (for past complaints and disciplinary actions)
- Verify board certification(s): ABMS boards | AOBS board (for D.O.'s)
- Dr. David M. Bass, MD, PC
85 Seymour St., #718
Hartford, Connecticut 06106
Accepts Medicaid. - Dr. John Borokowski, MD
Middlesex Health
85 Church St.
Middletown, Connecticut 06457
Accepts insurance, Medicaid and Medicare. - Dr. Charles Castiglione, MD, FACS
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
399 Farmington Ave., Suite 10
Farmington, Connecticut 06032
Accepts Medicaid. - Dr. Orlando Delucia, MD, FACS
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
85 Seymour St., Suite 415
Hartford, Connecticut 06106
Accepts insurance. - Dr. Angie Paik, MD
Yale Physicians Building
800 Howard Avenue, Fl 4th
New Haven, Connecticut 06519
Accepts insurance, Medicaid and Medicare. - Dr. John Reilly, MD
2 Ivy Brook Road, Suite 105
Shelton, Connecticut 06484 - Dr. Michael Suzman, MD, FACS
Westmed Medical Group - Plastic Surgery
644 West Putnam Ave.
Greenwich, Connecticut 06830
Last updated: 04/18/26