The Protocol The Whistleblower
Jun 5, 2025
Jamie Reid, a former case manager at the Washington University Transgender Center, shares her journey as a whistleblower who raised alarms about pediatric gender care. She reveals alarming treatment practices and the emotional toll on families facing tough decisions. The conversation dives into ethical dilemmas surrounding gender-affirming care, questioning established protocols and advocating for comprehensive support beyond medical interventions. Reid also highlights the rising tensions in public opinion and legal battles concerning transgender healthcare for youth.
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Whistleblower From Inside The Clinic
- Jamie Reid left her job after seeing what she called unsafe practices at Washington University's transgender clinic and filed a 23-page affidavit.
- She positioned herself as a progressive queer woman married to a trans man to challenge the clinic from inside the community.
Allegations Became Political Fuel
- Jamie's affidavit quickly became a political lever that lawmakers used to pass Missouri's ban on gender-affirming care.
- Her claims were cited in Senate Bill 49 and helped shift legislative momentum.
Verify Claims With Documents
- Verify operational claims by reviewing internal documents and communications rather than taking single accounts at face value.
- Cross-check clinic texts, policies, and referral practices to assess whether standards of care are followed.