Donโt assume; ask. All the reasons using preferred pronouns is a respectful practice.
When we use an individualโs correct or preferred pronoun, we are respecting that personโs identity, health experts said. โAcknowledging an individual with the correct name and pronouns exemplifies our Baptist Health core value of respect,โ said Amanda Brown, PhD, RN, director of Professional Practice at Baptist Health. "You shouldnโt make any assumptions about a personโs gender identity and pronouns. Itโs our responsibility as a health care system to know the patient, as well as keep them safe. โLGBT+ patients continue to face significant challenges in health care, and weโre dedicated to continuous improvement in health care equity for our patients.โAt Baptist Health, officials are committed to LGBT+ inclusive health care for all patients.