Transgender Health and Hormones
Dr. Fred Ettner
The medical basis for transgender hormonal therapy, treatment specifics, and case studies. Treating transgender patients with care and purpose through the team approach (psychologist - Dr. Randi Ettner surgeon - Dr. Loren Schechter medical physician - Dr. Frederic Ettner)

 

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

Surgery, FTM, MTF, Team approach
Dr. Fred Ettner

Sexuality Identification System (SiS): A Gender Evolution
Dina D. Paige, Toronto, Canada
Male, Female….Other? How many Other’s are there?
It is clear that the current binary system of identifying gender and lifestyle variant individuals is inadequate, confusing, and leads to more debate than gains acceptance. With the complexities and variety of individuals today, the needs of the expanding diversity in our global village are not being met. It is time for a significant change! A more accurate method is needed so the "Sexuality Identification System" © has been launched. It is a common sense way of categorizing and identifying ourselves not only in terms of our gender but also our sexual and lifestyle diversity. It has significant implications to many major sectors such as medical, education, government, business, and social as well it provides solutions to clarifying our own individual profiles. Learn more about this system guaranteed to change the way we see ourselves and others. Come out to learn more about this exciting new concept and show your support. Be a part of a new evolution launched by the trans community.

Thursday, June 2nd, 2011 2:00 PM to 3:20 PM

Book Talk with Bleue!
Bleue Benton, Oak Park Public Library, Oak Park, IL
Bleue Benton, Collection Manager at Oak Park Public Library, will show and discuss some of her favorite titles from the library's award-winning Transgender Resource Collection. Stop by to hear about some great reads, and share favorites of your own.

Speaking In Public - Tips and Techniques from an Actor's Perspective
Gail Burke, Chicago, Il.
Public speaking has been called people's number one fear. But outreach and speaking occasions abound, presenting opportunities to educate the public at large and benefit themselves and the Trans population in the process. This is a fun and interactive seminar. Topics will include the Anatomy of the Vocal Apparatus, Voice and Diction, Regional Accents and Dialects, Breathing Techniques, Relaxation Exercises, and Warm-Up Routines. Participants will learn how to channel their fears about public speaking and actually get them to work to their advantage.

Rachel’s Wigs & Hair Salon
Rachel Galan, Bloomingdale, Il.
Rachel will help you determine your hairstyle according to your facial shape be it be square, rectangular, diamond shaped, or heart shaped. She will create a style to soften the angles of your cheekbones and your jaw line. Come try on some wigs or just ask questions. Don’t miss this seminar because it is important to look your best and as feminine as possible. We will even have a selection of wigs and supplies for sale. If you want to know about wigs but were afraid to ask, this is the class for you. All who attend will get a special surprise gift.

Fashion Stylist To The T
Disa Johnson, Chicago, Il.
Gender bending design is fiercely entrenched in the high fashion world. With expert guidance, crossdressers, transgender men and women can develop their 'best life' style from anywhere within the lifestyle itself. Is it your goal merely to pass? Imagine the thrill of success in dress. Treating physical sex characteristics with hormones? As change occurs and takes hold, it becomes increasingly important to emotional health and well-being that effective public dressing style is established alongside transition. The 'whole you' can encompass so much more than what you wear alone.

Makeup Education, Tips and Tricks! Learn How To Do A Night Out Look.
Florina Ursache - F&H Photo, Wheeling, Il.
In my seminar I will be going over makeup brands and the difference between department store brands and drug store brands. I'll show you that you don’t need to break the bank to find great quality makeup that may be as good as the more "High End" brands or even better. I will also be teaching, how to do a Classy Smokey eye and showing some of my secret tips and tricks to make it easier. I will also cover on how to make your Smokey eye look cleaner with some of my techniques. This lesson will be from beginning to end, showing a full makeup makeover.


Thursday, June 2nd, 2011 3:30 PM to 4:50 PM

Gender and Role Play in BDSM
Alexandra Duvre and Constance Prynne, Chateau de Sade,Chicago, Il.
This seminar focuses on the fundamentals of erotic role play and BDSM as it relates to gender and fantasy. With a discussion of role play and power exchange, this workshop will give you tools to liberate your imagination, identify and develop your own desires, negotiate scenes, and communicate with partners. We will discuss some archetypal fantasy figures, vocabulary and definitions, and tools for scenarios. Expect tasteful and professional interactive demonstrations to develop understanding and encourage discussion. Bring your questions for an extended Q&A session after the lecture.

Details, Details; You DO Need to Sweat the Small Stuff!
Teri Miles, Rhinelander,Wisconsin
Have you ever considered the finer details of what it takes for you to look your best? What does it take to give you the confidence to be the real you? Sometimes in our zeal to step out, we forget some of the 'little things' that often set us apart... or may even be the one thing others see that you managed to overlook'. Or maybe it was something that you didn't consider a 'big deal'. Whatever the case, this session will be a series of tips we will explore and even discuss in a workshop setting- some of those details you can compare with your current preparation routine, or maybe revamp entirely! This is an opportunity to share what works for you or even highlights of moments where you learned why these details are so important NOT to overlook! We cover tips for preparing the face, the wardrobe, the foundation, even things to plan for the type of event you are setting out to do from 'A to Z' if it is important to you, let's talk it through! We will use this opportunity to learn from each other!

Asian Transgender Spiritual Traditions: Going Beyond the Binary
Dr. Kenneth Dollarhide, Jersey City, NJ
In this seminar we will look at various Asian Spiritual traditions which embrace gender beyond the binary. This will include Buddhist notions of gender as found in Buddhist Scriptures. We will also look at the Indian concept of the hijra tradition, the Bugis concept of five genders and the Chinese notion of Kuan-yin among other traditions. We will examine these traditions in order to try and understand why Asian traditions seem to be more tolerant of transgender people than do many Western binary traditions.

Friday, June 3rd, 2011 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

Thoughts On Running A TG Support Group.
Jan Brown, Washingtonville, N.Y.
Jan Brown will discuss what's worked and not worked about running a TG Support Group from different points of view. Several experiences will be brought up for discussion and attendees are invited to talk about or ask questions about their support groups and organizational ideas. We can always learn new things no matter if you are already involved in a support group or want to start one.

Sereni-T: 12-Step Recovery Meeting
Just for the Be-All, a 12-step recovery meeting in the Narcotics Anonymous format -- but all those seeking recovery, from AA and any 12-step fellowship, are encouraged to attend -- newcomers and old-timers alike. Come and share your experience, strength, and hope in the unique Be-All setting. Find the support you seek to stay clean and sober and living life fully among trans brothers and sisters.

Feminization Laryngoplasty - Surgery to raise the pitch and register of the voice.
James Thomas, Portland, Oregon
Feminization Laryngoplasty (FemLar) is a type of vocal cord (laryngeal) surgery designed to obtain a more feminine sounding voice in the male to female transgender patient. Several types of procedures target the frequency or pitch of the resting speaking voice to some degree. Feminization Laryngoplasty changes the pitch as well as some of the resonance characteristics of the speaking voice by changing the configuration of the vocal tract and not just the vocal cords themselves. Vocal cord tuning performed with a KTP Laser will be discussed. Video and audio recordings of normal vocal cords, as well as recordings of patient voices undergoing the various procedures, should offer the audience a better understanding of the voice as well as a better comparison of the results of these procedures than numbers alone do. Feminization Laryngoplasty will also be compared with CricoThryoid Approximation (CTA), which is designed to place the voice into a permanent falsetto.

The Four Seasons of the Hetero-TG: A Purpose Driven 2nd Life, More than Just Dressing the Part.
Denise Thompson, Winter Garden, Fla.
The essential goal for the Hetero-Transgender is finding significance that unites and completes their second selves. Examining the Four Seasons of the HTG makes this goal releases our potential, re-ignites our productivity, and redeems our purpose.

Writing From the Heart
Emma Vosicky, MAT, JD – Sleepy Hollow, IL
Faith Stewart, MA – Writer, Naperville, IL
Relationships thrive when we reveal our feelings and share them. This seminar explores and encourages participants to write from the heart and to share it with others. We encourage you to bring a writing of your own that expresses feelings or emotions. You are also welcome to simply come to witness and to be inspired by the creative spirit manifesting itself in the writings of others. Participants will also be offered tools and time during the session to further explore and express themselves through the written word.

Friday, June 3rd, 2011 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

"Good News" For Your Transition: Reduce or Eliminate Your Losses with this contemporary approach to coming out.
Dr. Karen Scarpella, Ph.D.,L.S.W., Brighton, Co.
This workshop will reveal successful and progressive new ways of coming out, transition, and gender role transition satisfaction. Come and learn about the "Good News" model of social gender role transition! The presenter is a liscensed therapist and gender specialist with many years of successfully guiding gender variant people through their gender role transition with minimal losses.

Mother Stories
Laura Grimes & Jim Cosenza, Chicago, Il.
Our mothers influence us and how we live our lives in a multitude of ways, if they have, or haven't been, a regular part of our lives. This workshop is designed to give attendees space to talk about moms, your relationship with your own mother, and how you feel she has shaped who you are as a woman. This workshop is for female-identified individuals only please. *Please note that because of the intensity of this workshop, we ask that people plan on arriving promptly and staying for the whole time allotted.

Fundamentals of Your Feminine: From He to She
Kathe Perez, Denver, Co.
You know you have to begin somewhere! This workshop provides participants with the fundamental elements for understanding male and female speech and voice characteristics and techniques and exercises for creating the voice of your dreams.

FTM Hormones
Dr. Edwin Miller, MD.Chicago, Il.
Dr. Miller, with fifteen years working with hormones and transgender is here to answer your FTM questions – those you most want to know and may not have found adequate answers for: What are these hormones? What will they do for me the FTM? Who should be taking them? What should the FTM be wary of? These are all here with an open discussion of the physiology of hormone therapy along with the hazards of taking self-prescribed hormones.


Friday, June 3rd, 2011 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
( Registered attendees only, in lunch room, at reserved tables. )

Feminine Dining Deportment
Monica Prata San Francisco, Ca.
Dining while expressing feminine poise, posture and mannerisms can be a difficult feat. Join the table and dine "en-femme" with Monica Prata as she hosts her interactive "Feminine Dining Deportment" seminar. Enjoy your Be All lunch and put your skills to test while learning through live models as Monica Prata demonstrates the innate differences between male and female dining mannerisms and shares with you, her simple secrets to be more feminine while dining.

Friday, June 3rd, 2011 2:00 PM to 3:20 PM

MTF Hormones
Dr. Edwin Miller, Chicago, Il.
Dr. Miller, with fifteen years working with hormones and transgender is here to answer your MTF questions – those you most want to know and may not have found adequate answers for: What are these hormones? What will they do for me the MTF? Who should be taking them? What should the MTF be wary of? These are all here with an open discussion of the physiology of hormone therapy along with the hazards of taking self-prescribed hormones.

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“Surgical Refinements for Transgender Patients”
Joel Beck, MD, San Mateo, Ca.
During Dr. Beck’s lecture, you will be introduced to key points in his philosophy and care of the transgender patient. By knowing the typical differences between the male and female bony structures of the face, you will learn and become more familiar with surgical procedures that will soften, feminize and enhance your natural beauty. Taking advantage of one’s facial assets, allows the patient to retain a sense of self while femininity is obtained. Dr. Beck understands that each individual has different aesthetic desires and is able to work with the patient to develop a personalized individual surgical plan that fits the patient’s lifestyle. Because of Dr. Beck’s complex surgical training, more advanced surgical manipulation can also be obtained in those who need more aggressive changes to the face and body. Our Bay Area facility is an international hub for Feminization and Masculinization surgery. With Dr. Marci Bowers, the two surgeons are at the forefront of holistic care for the transgender individuals. This will be touched on in addition to presenting before and after photos.

Finding Your True Self Through Theatre and Improvisation
Erica Fields, Saint Paul, Mn.
Using improvisational theatre techniques, the participants will work on connecting with their true inner selves. Participants will be asked to join in theatre excercises, monologue work and improvisational scenes to explore their inner beauty. please come prepared and dressed for movement.

Permanent Makeup: A Finishing Touch to FFS
Elena Astor, Wilmette, Il.
Does your brow need a feminine arch? Could your lips be enhanced with a feminine pout? Are your areolas still too masculine? Is your skin marred by acne scars or large pores? Permanent Makeup may be the right solution. Permanent Makeup can be used to accentuate your facial femininity in a way which complements the facial feminization surgery. It can also be used to camouflage post surgery scars and correct a variety of minor and not so minor skin imperfections. The seminar will address these topics and more.

Looking Sexy in Age Appropriate Fashions & Successful Shopping on Any Budget!
Monica Prata San Francisco, Ca.
Dressing sexy while keeping it age appropriate can be challenging, especially while cross- dressing. Balance your fantasy-girl ideals with polished modern fashion. Spend some time with wardrobe consultant Monica Prata as she uses live models of different sizes and ages to demonstrate sexy but age appropriate looks. Identifying age-appropriate style can be difficult when sizing and concealing is a factor, learn insider tips and tools to the secrets of sexy, age-appropriate wardrobe styling. Between wigs, corsets and breast forms, successful cross-dressing can be an expensive endeavor. Add in the expense of a well-fitting, modern wardrobe and you're looking at a pretty penny! Wardrobe consultant Monica Prata teaches that it's not about how much you spend or where you shop that determine the beauty and elegance of an outfit but instead, the shape, texture and color that can create a successful ensemble on any budget. From TJ-Max to Barney's, you'll leave this seminar with the knowledge to purchase outfits that will have you looking and feeling like a million bucks!

Friday, June 3rd, 2011 3:30 PM to 4:50 PM

Selections for Your Transgender Bookshelf.
Dr. Richard Docter
What was the first book or magazine about cross dressing or transsexuality that captured your attention? Virginia Prince's Transvestia? The Transsexual Phenomena (1966) by Harry Benjamin? Robert Stoller's 1968 text on Sex and Gender? Vern Bullough's Cross Dressing, Sex, and Gender (1993)? There is now a rich and growing literature dealing with sex, gender, and transgender topics. Do you have some favorite examples to share with us? What has been the impact of the internet on the availability of transgender news and information?

Hormones, Surgery And Sex -- Ready-Set-Go
Bobbi Swan, Clinton Township, Mi.
Dr. Edwin Miller, MD.Chicago, Il.
So you are thinking about transition to be your real self! Maybe ready to go for it – a bit nervous and apprehensive? We’ll bet that you have a lot of questions to ask. One of my friends called this, “All the things I wish my therapist or surgeon had told me”. Do you speculate what you need to prepare for and expect? And just what may you expect to discover about post-op sex and that elusive orgasm after that biggest change in your life? Oh wow! That’s a seminar by itself but it will all be featured. Bobbi Swan and Dr. Miller have combined a lot of these questions and ambiguities into a seminar for you wanting this presentation to be an interactive one. Bobbi and Dr. Ed will get you off to a start with their background and experiences – but they hope that you will bring a lot of your questions with you to share with those attending. See you there? They hope so!

Individualized Advanced Surgical Techniques For Global Face, Body, And Hair Feminization In Both The Transgendered Or Crossdressing Patient.
Mark L. Zukowski, M.D.,F.A.C.S., Wilmette, Il.
Dr. Zukowski will be presenting his state-of-the-art 21st century individualized surgical options for global one-step face, breast and body feminization including advanced endoscopic techniques of forehead feminization, ultrasonic body sculpting with large volume fat augmentation to the buttocks (Brazilian buttock lift), as well as micrograft hair restoration to create the perfectly feminine hairline. These techniques are applicable for the transgendered patient looking to transition or the cross-dressing patient looking to present their best in both male and female personas. The Zukowski Center exclusively performs complimentary lymphatic massage postoperatively and has an aggressive face and body skin care protocol and cosmeceutical line of skin products to further enhance your surgical results. Past patients will be available for you to talk to both after his lecture and in an open house forum on Saturday afternoon. To arrange to speak to the doctor or one of his past patients either at the conference or afterwards in a phone consultation, call his office at 847-853-8869 in advance and speak to Michelle. Time slots fill up fast. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about our comprehensive full face and body approach for your transition, or to look the best you can in both of your personas and reverse any aging changes so as to insure a lifetime of youthful, refreshed and naturally feminine beauty.

A Simple choice electrolysis when only Permanent hair removal will do.
Suzanne Anderer,Frankfort, Il.
This lecture will discuss hair removal options including but not limited to tweezing, waxing,shaving,laser and traditional electrolysis. This introduction will follow with a lecture on Sequential Inverted Micro Pulsed Led Energy - SIMPLE Permanent hair removal. Case histories will be observed and client testimonials reviewed. Face and genitalia visuals and reviews from past treatments will encourage Q / A opportunities with attendees and presenter. A demonstration of the SIMPLE electrolysis procedure concludes this presentation.

"Getting Your Story Out There - Effectively Writing and Selling Your Book".
Christine Beatty, Los Angeles, Ca.
Many transwomen aspire to write a book, either their own story or some other topic. Becoming a published author has typically been tough to break into, but new technologies have changed the face of the business. Yet being able to bring a book to market is no guarantee of success; how you tell your story and how you market it makes all the difference. Learn the basics of effectively storytelling and promotion from a transwoman author and new publisher with college training in writing and two decades of professional experience. Seminar attendees will get the most out of the workshop if they are familiar with the movies Tootsie and Titanic, which will be used as examples.

Saturday, June 4th, 2011 9:00 AM to 10:20 AM

FFS: Maximizing Results
Jeffrey Spiegel MD, Boston, Ma.
Dr. Spiegel will review the goals and methods of facial feminization surgery. Post-operative photos will be shown. There will be a discussion of what procedures are available, how to maximize results, risks, and how new technologies and advances have allowed for improving structural changes to bone. Dr. Spiegel will address any questions from the audience following his presentation. Since 2004, Dr. Spiegel has performed well over 500 FFS procedures.

Becoming a Woman, Recapturing the Feminine
Barbra McCoy Getz - Sleepy Hollow, Il.
This seminar will focus on an exploration of the Feminine energy, it's meaning in a woman's life, and the possibility for transformation that arises from consciousness that is connected to integrating this energy.

Gender Reassignment Surgery - Why Satori World Medical
Kevin Poling, San Diego, Ca.
You now have access to International Centers of Excellence where high quality surgical procedures are performed in hospitals designed to cater to U.S. patients. All surgeons are U.S./U.K. or equivalently trained and Board Certified and fluent in English. You can be confident that you will receive the highest quality care available anywhere in the world. Typically a procedure in our network cost 30-50% less when compared to the same procedure performed in the U.S. That savings enables you to make the final step in your transition. A phone call to Satori World Medical is all it takes. You can focus on getting the care you need and Satori will do the rest.

Getting Past "Hello"
Deanne DeMarco MA, RCC
Effective communication is the very lifeblood of relationships. The quality of your relationships influences how happy and satisfied you are in your life. Not just romantic or intimate relationships, but rather all of the relationships in life - at work and in personal life. In this workshop you will learn how to identify your conversational style and how to use the strengths of your natural style to improve your relationships. You will also learn about the destructive communication patterns that can wreak havoc in our relationships. In this fun, yet highly practical workshop, every participant will walk away with specific tools on how to build stronger relationships in every aspect of their life.

Saturday, June 4th, 2011 10:30 AM to 11:50 AM

Masculinization of the Face for the FTM
Douglas K. Ousterhout, MD, San Fransisco, Ca. .
If your desire for being recognized without question as a male can be assisited by looking more masculine. Perhaps you would like to appear masculine without the need for a mustache or beard. I will be presenting my experience in improving the facial masculine appearance in over 80 males. I will be addressing those areas that differentiate a female skull and face, from that of a male. Pre, and Postoperative results will be shown, of representative surgeries, as well as a few who have had several areas addressed to further their masculinity. Private consultation will be available after the presentation for those interested in this surgery.

Finding Your Inner Beauty
Kennidi Monroe, Glendale, California
When we as trans people decide this is our journey, we tend to go into fast forward mode. We rush to get the surgeries, take the hormones, wear the clothes and make-up. But if your outer beauty is not going the same pace as your inner beauty, you won’t find happiness in the end! In my workshop I will teach these steps: STEP ONE: Letting go of doubt. STEP TWO: Putting others worries aside. STEP THREE: Loving thy self. Exercises will be practiced that can be done at home. It’s not a miracle overnight but it’s a start to becoming a better you!

Male to Female Genital Reconstruction, Facial Feminization, Breast Augmentation, Body Contouring.
Toby Meltzer, Scottsdale, Az.
PowerPoint Presentation discussing current surgical techniques, discussion of procedures, risks and complications, before and after photos, question and answer time as well as individual one on one visit. You may contact our office at 866-876-6329 if you wish to schedule a one on one visit.


Electrolysis Through Transition
Kelly Morrissy, Oak Park, Il.
My purpose for this seminar is to educate you on how electrolysis really works. No matter where you live it will help you find a good electrologist. I will explain how hair grows, the different methods of permanent hair removal which are recognized by the FDA and how they work within your skin. I'll go over what you should feel during a treatment so no matter which method is used you know your are achieving permanency. I will cover the most common questions about electrolysis such as How long will it take, what does it cost and what can I do about the pain. Next I'll discuss transition issues with electrolysis like post treatment healing, work, and surgeries. Also I’ll give you insight on how to use laser and electrolysis together.

Breath Of Shakti Yoga: A yoga class for the transgendered
Jamie Burton
A yoga class designed specifically for the transgendered individual and taught by a transgendered yoga instructor. Yoga provides not only an excellent form of physical exercise, increasing flexibility and strength, but it also aids in relieveing stress and increased both self-awareness and self-acceptance. Breath of Shakti Yoga will help you uncover the unique feminine strength and energy and leave you feeling physically, mentally and emotionally balanced and energized. Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move and stretch in. Please do not wear any kind of corset or waist cincher that will inhibit your movement. Wigs are fine, but do be prepared to sweat a little bit and to lie down on the floor while wearing one. Please bring a yoga mat with you and possibly a bottle of water.

Saturday, June 4th, 2011 2:00 PM to 3:20 PM

The Joy and Fun of Makeup; the Importantance of Skin Care
Christine Grost, Grayslake,Il.
Are you scared of make up? Do you want to learn easy to apply looks from our Color 101 collection or create your own unique look? I can teach you to take your daytime look and create a dramatic night time face, with an easy to apply smokey eye. Learn how to minimize your mascluline features, and create a natural look without the need for heavy foundation. Learn the fast, four steps to healthy skin. Experience how proper skin care can transform your face and make your foundation a snap to apply. I have hundreds of samples to try. "Learning to apply your own make up is more satifiying, you will feel better about yourself and you will smile more."

“Surgical Refinements for Transgender Patients”
Joel Beck, MD, San Mateo, Ca.
During Dr. Beck’s lecture, you will be introduced to key points in his philosophy and care of the transgender patient. By knowing the typical differences between the male and female bony structures of the face, you will learn and become more familiar with surgical procedures that will soften, feminize and enhance your natural beauty. Taking advantage of one’s facial assets, allows the patient to retain a sense of self while femininity is obtained. Dr. Beck understands that each individual has different aesthetic desires and is able to work with the patient to develop a personalized individual surgical plan that fits the patient’s lifestyle. Because of Dr. Beck’s complex surgical training, more advanced surgical manipulation can also be obtained in those who need more aggressive changes to the face and body. Our Bay Area facility is an international hub for Feminization and Masculinization surgery. With Dr. Marci Bowers, the two surgeons are at the forefront of holistic care for the transgender individuals. This will be touched on in addition to presenting before and after photos.

Christine Jorgensen: The Accidental Transsexual Icon.
Dr. Richard Docter
In 1950 it was generally considered unethical for physicians to assist transsexuals; Christine was exceptionally fortunate, therefore, to become a research patient of Dr. Christian Hamburger in Copenhagen. Thirty-two months later she would return to New York City to be greeted as the world's first transsexual. While she clearly was not the first, she was the first to achieve world fame. News reporters asked how her story had become public, and she attributed her “outing” to a dishonest laboratory technician. Actually, she had inadvertently outed herself. When the world learned of Christine's “sex change,” she was immediately transformed from a virtual pauper to a remarkable well-to-do 26 year old woman. About a year later, she was commanding fees of $5000 a week for her nightclub appearances. Without intending to do so, she had become both rich and famous, but her fame did not encompass the recognition she believed she deserved. A victim of cancer, she died just before her 63rd birthday.

TransgenderCare: Where We Were, Where We Are, Where Might We Be Going?
Sherri Lynne Tancyus, LCSW, DCSW, Afton, Va.
This workshop takes a historical view of the treatment of transsexuals and other gender variant people in the U.S. from the 1950s to today's best practices care from a biopsychosocial perspective. A look at some present and future trends will be discussed in terms of potential benefits and risks to transgender spectrum individuals through a power point presentation, Copies of an outline of this presentation along with a bibliography for audience members will be available to those who request it by email.

Beyond The Fundamentals: From Passable to Beautiful.
Kathe Perez, Denver, Co.
The Nine Elements of an Exceptional Feminine Voice program is but a beginning in the vast transformation you and your voice are undertaking. This workshop will take you beyond the fundamentals into the land where the big girls play. Dare to go where you’ve never gone before.

Saturday, June 4th, 2011 3:30 PM to 4:50 PM

Facial Feminization Surgery
Douglas K Ousterhout, MD, Chicago, Il.
Dr Ousterhout will present his philosophy regarding facial feminization based on the anatomical bony differences between the male and female skulls. There will be discussions also about soft tissue surgery such as facelifts, breast augmentation, etc. Photographic results of pre and post surgery patients will be shown. Dr Ousterhout will be available after the presentation for private consultations.

Take your old wig from drab to fab in no time!
Jamie W., Gurnee, Il.
Learn how to style any old wig into a fabulous new look. Jamie will teach you how to wash and style a wig. She will also teach you which products you can use to make them look great and stay that way for years. Then when that old wig needs to go, she will assist you in choosing your next look. Finding which colors are the best options that flatter your face shape.
This one hour class will give you years of great information for you to be your own professional stylist.