Why We Recommend A Practical Guide to Gender-Affirming Care to Every Facial Feminization Surgery Patient
A Foreword from Dr. Oelbrandt
At 2PASS Clinic in Berchem, Belgium, we believe that successful Facial Feminization Surgery (FFS) begins long before the day of surgery. The best outcomes are achieved through careful preparation, realistic expectations, and informed decision-making.
Our philosophy follows a stepwise approach to gender affirmation. We encourage patients to complete facial electrolysis and engage in psychological counselling before FFS. Once facial transition is complete and healing has stabilized, patients who wish to pursue further gender-affirming procedures, including genital surgery, are well prepared to make informed decisions about the next stage of their journey.
Education is an essential part of this process. The better informed a patient is, the more meaningful their consultation becomes and the more confidently they can participate in planning their own care.
For this reason, we recommend A Practical Guide to Gender-Affirming Care to anyone considering Facial Feminization Surgery.
Why This Book?
Facial Feminization Surgery is one of the most specialized procedures in gender-affirming care. Understanding facial anatomy, surgical techniques, recovery, hormone therapy, fertility considerations, and realistic expectations allows patients to approach surgery with greater confidence.
This beautifully illustrated guide explains these topics in a clear and accessible way. Rather than relying on fragmented information from social media or online forums, readers gain a structured overview of the many aspects of transgender healthcare.
Patients who have taken the time to educate themselves often arrive at their consultation with more focused questions and a better understanding of what surgery can—and cannot—achieve.
Education Leads to Better Decisions
Every face is unique, and every transition is personal. At 2PASS Clinic, there is no universal FFS procedure. Each treatment plan is tailored to the patient’s facial anatomy, personal goals, and medical history.
Well-informed patients generally experience more productive consultations, develop realistic expectations, and feel more confident throughout their surgical journey. While no book can replace a personal consultation, high-quality educational resources help patients make the most of every appointment.
An Independent Recommendation
We would like to make one point very clear: 2PASS Clinic has no commercial, financial, or formal relationship with the authors or publishers of A Practical Guide to Gender-Affirming Care. We receive no compensation for recommending this publication.
Our recommendation is based solely on its educational value. We believe it is one of the most comprehensive and accessible resources currently available for individuals seeking reliable information about gender-affirming care.
A European Centre for Facial Feminization Surgery
Although 2PASS Clinic is based in Berchem, Belgium, our patients come from across Europe and around the world. We welcome individuals from neighbouring countries such as the Netherlands, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Scandinavia, Spain, and Italy, as well as patients who travel from the United States, Australia, Japan, and many other countries to undergo Facial Feminization Surgery with our team. We have a large team of surgeons in both plastic and maxillo-facial subspecialties.
Regardless of where our patients come from, our commitment remains the same: to provide expert surgical care, honest guidance, and individualized treatment in a respectful and supportive environment.
We believe that education is the foundation of successful gender-affirming care. By combining trusted information with personalized medical advice, patients are empowered to make informed decisions at every stage of their transition.
If you are considering Facial Feminization Surgery in Belgium or elsewhere in Europe, we encourage you to invest time in learning about the procedures, the recovery process, and the broader journey of gender affirmation. An informed patient is ultimately a more confident patient—and confidence is one of the strongest foundations for a successful outcome.