The Definitive Guide to FTM Bottom Surgery Medically reviewed by Jennifer Richman on July 2, 2025. What is FTM Bottom Surgery? Female-to-male (FTM) bottom surgery refers to procedures that alter the external and internal reproductive organs. “Masculinizing” bottom surgery procedures for trans and non-binary individuals include metoidioplasty, phalloplasty, and others such as vaginectomy, mons resection, scrotoplasty, hysterectomy, and more. While the term “FTM” is generally considered to be outdated, we use it out of recognition that trans men and transmasculine non-binary folks search for this term for information on surgical transition. Regardless of your identity, if you are interested in any of the bottom surgery procedures listed below, you can …

Understanding Chest Dysphoria in Transmasculine People: A Guide for Curious Cisgender Allies Written and medically reviewed by Dr. Scott Mosser on January 27, 2025. As a surgeon in the field of gender care, I hold the conviction that we serve our patients––in consultations, on the day of surgery or in post-operative check-ups. These are not times for patients to educate us as providers. Certainly, we must practice active listening to understand our patients’ unique goals, needs and concerns. As providers and allies, we need to find the time and space to learn about and sensitize ourselves to the experiences of the individuals we support. This article is meant to serve …

How to Pay for Facial Feminization Surgery Medically reviewed by Jennifer Richman on January 17, 2025. Understanding Facial Feminization Surgery Costs Facial feminization surgery (FFS) refers to a collection of procedures that reshape the face’s bone and/or soft tissue to help a patient experience greater gender alignment with their facial features. Common procedures include the brow bone reduction, the hairline advancement, and the tracheal shave. For many patients who seek out FFS, understanding the cost of these surgeries can be overwhelming. Depending on the number of procedures, FFS can cost anywhere from $4,500 to $100,000 for patients paying out of pocket. Insurance coverage can drastically reduce the cost of this …