Ivan Hsiao

Founder of Trans Health HQ | Instructor & Researcher at Harvard University | Trans Rights Advocate

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Ivan Hsiao Speaking Topics

  • Transforming Trans Health: Building Bridges for Systemic Change

    How do we design solutions that drive real impact in transgender health? This session explores how design thinking and social entrepreneurial frameworks can be applied to healthcare challenges, particularly in the context of gender-affirming care. Drawing from their experience as an Entrepreneur-in-Residence of a venture studio and founder of Trans Health HQ, Ivan Hsiao breaks down how healthcare professionals, policymakers, and advocates can use human-centered design to create scalable, sustainable solutions.

    Attendee Results:

    • Learn how design thinking can be applied to healthcare challenges
    • Discover case studies of innovation in trans health and gender-affirming care
    • Gain practical strategies for driving impact through social entrepreneurship

  • Why Trans Health Equity Matters to Us All

    Transgender health is not a niche issue—it’s a critical component of healthcare equity for everyone. This session unpacks the broader implications of trans health disparities, exploring how trans-affirming policies and practices can improve healthcare systems at large. Ivan Hsiao presents compelling data, patient narratives, and policy insights to challenge assumptions and reframe trans health as a public health priority that benefits all patients, regardless of gender identity.

    Attendee Results:

    • Understand the intersectionality of trans health and broader healthcare inequities
    • Learn about structural solutions for achieving health equity
    • Gain tools to advocate for inclusive healthcare policies and practices

  • Against All Odds: Coming Out & Building a Trans Health Organization from the Ground Up

    What does it take to build a transformational healthcare organization when the odds are stacked against you? In this powerful and personal talk, Ivan Hsiao shares their journey in founding Trans Health HQ, a platform addressing the urgent need for trans-competent medical education and credentialing. From navigating funding challenges to overcoming systemic resistance, this session explores resilience, strategy, and the entrepreneurial process behind creating meaningful change in healthcare.

    Attendee Results:

    • Gain insights into the entrepreneurial process in healthcare innovation
    • Learn how to navigate challenges in funding, policy, and stakeholder engagement
    • Discover actionable strategies for building mission-driven ventures

  • Why Every Healthcare Team Needs Clinical and Cultural Competency in Trans Health

    Only 1 in 4 clinicians feel equipped to provide competent care for transgender patients. This talk makes the case for why every healthcare provider—regardless of specialty—must understand the clinical and cultural aspects of trans health. Ivan Hsiao offers a practical roadmap for integrating gender-affirming care into medical education and practice, highlighting the life-saving impact of informed, affirming clinicians. Through real patient experiences and best-practice models, this session empowers providers to bridge the knowledge gap and build trust with trans patients.

    Attendee Results:

    • Recognize the gaps in transgender medical training and their consequences
    • Gain actionable steps for building trans-inclusive practices
    • Understand how provider knowledge impacts patient outcomes

  • The State of Transgender Health Research and the Future of Care

    Transgender health research is rapidly evolving, yet significant gaps remain in clinical understanding, policy frameworks, and healthcare access. This session explores the latest findings in transgender health research, covering mental health, clinical algorithm biases, and systemic barriers in care. Drawing from leading studies and real-world data, Ivan Hsiao breaks down the current landscape and outlines what’s next for evidence-based transgender healthcare. Attendees will gain insight into how these developments impact medical practice, policymaking, and community advocacy.

    Attendee Results:

    • Learn about recent research on transgender health and mental well-being
    • Understand the impact of sex and gender biases in clinical decision-making
    • Identify opportunities for integrating trans-inclusive practices into healthcare

Ivan Hsiao Videos

  • Ivan Hsiao - Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
    Ivan Hsiao, Master of Public Health ’24, delivers the student address.

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Ivan Hsiao is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Transforming Trans Health: Building Bridges for Systemic Change, Why Trans Health Equity Matters to Us All, Against All Odds: Coming Out & Building a Trans Health Organization from the Ground Up, Why Every Healthcare Team Needs Clinical and Cultural Competency in Trans Health and The State of Transgender Health Research and the Future of Care. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ivan Hsiao for your event is $20,000 - $30,000. Ivan Hsiao generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Robert A. Winn, Dr. James Weinstein, Charlotte Jones-Burton, Kevin Schulman and Sylvie Leotin. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ivan Hsiao for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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