Bodies Unbound

Discover the groundbreaking insights of Bodies Unbound by Piper Sledge, published by Rutgers University Press in 2021. This compelling comparative study delves into how ideologies surrounding gendered bodies significantly influence medical care. Spanning 184 pages, Sledge examines three pivotal cases: transgender men seeking preventative gynecological care, cisgender men diagnosed with breast cancer, and cisgender women facing the same diagnosis. Through these cases, readers will understand how patients navigate and respond to societal expectations and medical ideologies regarding their bodies. Bodies Unbound is essential for those interested in the intersection of gender studies and healthcare, providing a thought-provoking exploration of identity and medical practice.