Dec 10 2008

Progressive TV Watch: Sex Change Hospital

Another show to watch: cross posted on Choice Words by our own Molly Dilworth!
Has anyone seen this show on WeTV called Sex Change Hospital?

“Based in Trinidad, Colorado, this six-part series follows patients as they arrive in this Old West mining town—dubbed the ‘Sex Change Capital of the World’—to see Dr. Marci Bowers, formerly Mark Bowers, who’ll provide them with the ultimate life-changing operation. From retired grandfathers to construction workers, businessman to office managers, each shares their unique story of how they came to terms with their sexuality.”

I think one of the most important aspects of the show is its coverage of the vast and diverse group of trans people seeking gender reassignment surgery. For instance, the episode I watched last night highlighted a middle age trans women bounty hunter from northern CA. Awesome.

I’m also kind of (really) in love with Dr. Marci Bowers. I was so impressed by her warmth and skill and compassion.

Check out the clip below and for more information on activists working on transgender rights find out more at The Sylvia Rivera Law Project.