Medical Education

A Health Care Professional’s Guide to Understanding Pronouns

The words we choose and use are important, especially when building trust with patients.

Pronouns are the language we use in order to refer to other people. Instead of assuming someone’s pronouns based on factors like appearance, we should routinely share our pronouns and ask for the pronouns of others.

Learn more about common pronouns, the impact of making assumptions, pronouns in the workplace, and more, in this free PDF guide.