A democratic medical establishment does not alter ... -Alice Dreger

A democratic medical establishment does not alter people's bodies to fit regressive social norms; it advocates for patients by demanding the social body get its act together.

Alice Dreger , Scientist
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Alice Dreger is an American historian and bioethicist known for her work on intersex rights and bioethics. She has written extensively on the social and ethical implications of medical interventions on intersex individuals. Dreger's advocacy has contributed to increased awareness and understanding of intersex issues.

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