Texas AG Ken Paxton's Lawsuit Against Pediatrician for Gender-Affirming Care
Texas AG Ken Paxton Sues Pediatrician
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed the state's first lawsuit against a doctor under a law banning gender-affirming care for minors. This lawsuit targets Dr. May Lau, a pediatrician at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, who is accused of providing gender-transitioning treatments to youth.
Allegations Against Dr. Lau
The lawsuit claims that Dr. Lau prescribed testosterone to at least 21 patients aged between 14 and 17 years. Furthermore, it alleges falsification of medical records and prescriptions to facilitate these treatments.
Impact on LGBTQ Healthcare in Texas
This legal action has stirred significant conversation regarding the future of LGBTQ healthcare rights in Texas. Advocates fear that such lawsuits could further restrict access to necessary medical care for transgender minors.
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