Top surgery guide

This top surgery guide collects clear, evidence-based articles for trans and non-binary people: how to choose a technique, which requirements apply under the WPATH standards, how to prepare, what recovery looks like, how much surgery costs and which public, private and international routes exist – so you can make a confident, informed decision.

Why read our top surgery guide

Deciding to have top surgery is a big step, and being well informed makes a real difference. This guide brings together in-depth articles for trans and non-binary people who are considering chest surgery, as well as for the people who support them: partners, family and friends.

Topics covered

You will find help on how to navigate the different techniques (choosing a technique), the top surgery requirements under the international WPATH standards, how to prepare in the weeks before surgery, what to expect during top surgery recovery and how to care for your scars. We also cover top surgery cost, public healthcare and insurance routes, binding before and after surgery, and what to consider if you choose to have surgery in Turkey.

Procedures, destinations and consultation

For a general overview first, start with all top surgery techniques. If you are deciding where to have surgery, our section on top surgery destinations in Europe and worldwide compares Italy, Turkey, Spain, Germany, Thailand and the USA, with an in-depth page on top surgery in Turkey.

Our articles are based on recognised guidelines and medical sources, listed at the end of each page. They do not replace a consultation, though: every body and every journey is different, and the final assessment always rests with the surgeon. If you have questions about your own situation, you can request a free, no-obligation consultation.