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Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
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UofL Peds Endo Fellow ‘28 | Prior Army Pediatric Hospitalist/Army Veteran | Proudly Trans masc | Military Trans Ban Survivor x2 | Twice Banned Yet Still I Stand | 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 #MedSky
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Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he) @ledgemd.bsky.social · Feb 2
A black and white photo of a white androgynous person with black rimmed glasses stands, staring at the camera with a serious expression on their face. They have a stethoscope around their neck. They are wearing a t-shirt which has the text “Twice Banned Yet Still I Stand”.
ledgemd.bsky.social
If you've ever wanted a summary of all the research that exists on transgender service in the US military, here it is. Healthcare costs, readiness impact, demographic characteristics, unit cohesion, perceptions of open trans service by others and more.

Article: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/QV4WN...
Transgender service in the U.S. military: A scoping review
U.S. policies on transgender military service have changed five times over nine years, amid litigation and public debate, affecting service members diagnosed with Gender Dysphoria or who have recei...
www.tandfonline.com
February 4, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
bradheath.bsky.social
President Trump has filed a lawsuit against the IRS, in which he demands that the IRS, which he as president controls, pay him $10 billion.

storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.us...
January 30, 2026 at 12:56 AM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
jeymccreight.bsky.social
🚨 Requesting help:

I am looking for an agent who can facilitate more speaking gigs, podcast appearances, and interviews with journalists

I want to more widely share my story and expertise as a trans geneticist who understands the reality and complexity of "biological sex" 🏳️‍⚧️🧬

Please signal boost?
January 28, 2026 at 9:03 PM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
transgenderreport.com
Trump DOJ lied to D.C. federal appeals court about trans military ban, lawyers say in stunning filing

www.advocate.com/new...

#transgender #trans #LGBTQ #LGBTQIA
Trump DOJ lied to D.C. federal appeals court about trans military ban, lawyers say in stunning filing
“We hope the court recognizes that they were hearing a number of misrepresentations and that they will carefully read the record in this case,” attorney Shannon Minter told The Advocate.
www.advocate.com
January 29, 2026 at 11:59 AM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
matthewcort.land
CTA Defend Trans Kids: If you're a clinician, a parent, a trans adult, or just someone who cares, I wrote a guide on how to submit effective comments opposing the federal ban on gender-affirming care for minors.

Deadline 2/17/26

🔗 www.patreon.com/posts/149210... 🔗
Dark teal graphic with the title "COMMENTING GUIDE: Opposing Two Trump Regime Rules Banning Gender-Affirming Care, Deadline 2/17/26" in white serif font. Below in smaller teal text: "by Matthew Cortland — 01/26/2026". A simplified scales of justice icon appears on the right side. The bottom features a gradient banner in teal, gold, and coral with the text "SHOULDN'T NEED TO BE A LAWYER" and "PATREON.COM/MATTBC" flanking a black Patreon logo. A faint line graph decoration appears in the lower left.
January 27, 2026 at 2:41 AM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Don’t trust liars.

You know what your eyes see.

You can feel what is right in your gut.

Don’t listen to the falsehoods.

Don’t trust liars.
January 26, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
erininthemorning.com
1. A terrible new bill targeting trans youth has passed committees in Florida.

It would potentially allow health care practitioners, including therapists, to be charged with "aiding and abetting" transgender youth to transition, local orgs say.

Subscribe to support our journalism.
From Pharmacists to Therapists, Florida Could Prosecute “Aiding And Abetting” Trans Youth Care If New Bill Passes
These bills can be weaponized against providers or schools based on “suspicion, politics, or grievances from ideological extremists.”
www.erininthemorning.com
January 22, 2026 at 8:10 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with action to support the oppressed and stand for justice and equality.
January 19, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
shematologist.medsky.social
The rage you are feeling comes from the same place inside your heart as the love. This is why you refuse to accept a world where cruelty reigns, and the fire consumes all. You have known hope and joy and kindness like you have known water. And justice is a river that demands you do not give up on it. Nikita Gill
January 18, 2026 at 7:59 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
The Velcro dog making her presence known.
A picture of a tan dog peeking her head from under a table with a gray table cloth. She’s staring up at the camera and wondering why the camera person isn’t petting her that very moment. Her name is Bear.
January 17, 2026 at 12:53 AM
ledgemd.bsky.social
They laugh at a woman’s death then attend church on Sunday and think they are morally better than those who mourn.
January 9, 2026 at 6:23 PM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
charlotteclymer.bsky.social
This afternoon, retired Army general Stanley McChrystal spoke at the retirement ceremony hosted by HRC for six trans service members who were forced out under Trump’s ban.

“I shouldn’t have to be thanked for being here. First off, we shouldn’t be here. This shouldn’t be happening.”

Full remarks:
January 8, 2026 at 11:39 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
A screenshot of the text: “Let me offer some straight talk: Pediatricians strive to do all they can to ensure kids do not die. The fewer childhood vaccines RFK Jr. is recommending means more children will be much more likely to die. If you cannot trust the people who actively save the lives of children on a daily basis, how is it you trust a person without a medical degree who does not care if your child dies or not? Pediatricians have seen that pain and suffering first hand. RFK Jr. has not. Who do you trust your kids’ lives to?”
January 6, 2026 at 10:22 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Happy Holidays from us to you!
A picture of a smiling white masculine person with circular glasses who is wearing a Santa hat. They are also wearing a green t-shirt with the words, “Twice Banned Yet Still I Stand”. There is a pit bull mix young dog sitting and looking at the camera with a look which suggests they’re not sure what’s going on. Their name is Bear. There appears to be a Christmas tree in the background.
December 25, 2025 at 6:03 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Merry Christmas Eve from Peds Endo clinic!
A picture of a white masculine person with circular glasses who is smiling at the camera slightly. They are also wearing a Santa hat. Additionally they are wearing a rainbow lanyard with the words “Gender Affirming Care Saves Lives”.
December 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Censorship of the media for revealing truths of the current regime is classic fascism.

Stand Up For Freedom
Fight Fascism.
December 23, 2025 at 11:59 AM
Reposted by Riordan Ledgerwood, MD (they/he)
qasimrashid.com
Here is the full CECOT torture prison segment that CBS tried to kill to appease Trump. Please spread it far and wide.

YouTube: youtu.be/F81WnOyDXD4?...
Substack: open.substack.com/pub/qasimras...
Full CECOT Interview from CBS Canada
YouTube video by Qasim Rashid
youtu.be
December 23, 2025 at 5:18 AM
ledgemd.bsky.social
This year's Holiday card
The front of a holiday card with the text "Happy Holidays!" There is also a picture of a tan dog laying adorably on someone's arm. Their name is Bear, the Monster Incarnate. There is also a picture of a white masculine looking person with a patchy bear, using a stethoscope to listen to a stuffed lion. Their shirt says "Proud Veteran". The back of a Holiday Card. The heading is "Another Year...". The text is "2025 has been an incredibly life changing year for me. I got banned a second time for being trans in the military, legally changed my name, had a chapter in a book of trans military members, left the Army, and started a fellowship in pediatric endocrinology back home in Louisville, KY. I also fulfilled a dream and adopted a dog, a monster named BeAR and got my fourth tattoo. This past month has been challenging with my Dad in and out of the hospital, and a car accident this past week, showing me the ups and downs of life. However, as I think about next year, I have the hope and foundations for a bright 2026, and a velcro dog who is always demanding of pets. Wishing you all warmth, kindness, and Care, Riordan."
December 21, 2025 at 6:46 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Thank you!
November 11, 2025 at 5:37 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
A picture of a white masculine person with short brown hair and glasses with a stethoscope listening to the “heart” of a stuffed lion. The person is wearing a t-shirt which has the text “Proud Veteran” with stars of the colors of the Progress Pride flag. The person also has a beard which looks scruffy but it’s a work in progress.
November 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Happy Halloween! 🎃
A picture of a white masculine person with circle shaped glasses. They are wearing a white and red stripped long sleeve shirt, red and white beanie, blue jeans, and brown shoes. They are holding up a sign which says “Where’s Endo?” and has a doodle of the person from the “Where’s Waldo?” books. Upon further reflection, it seems like the person is dressed up as Waldo. Happy Halloween!
October 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
ledgemd.bsky.social
If this is in effect by the time I’m done with fellowship, I don’t think I’ll stay in America. There is a lack of Pediatric Endocrinologists in the country, but this is not the country I chose to serve 11 years for in the Army. I have some difficult decisions to make.
npr.org NPR @npr.org · Oct 30
The White House plans to bar hospitals that treat transgender children and youth from getting any Medicare and Medicaid payments. The move would affect trans youth who have private insurance, too. n.pr/4qFa1mY
Trump pushes an end to medical care for transgender youth nationally
The White House plans to bar hospitals that treat transgender children and youth from getting any Medicare and Medicaid payments. The move would affect trans youth who have private insurance, too.
n.pr
October 31, 2025 at 10:34 AM
ledgemd.bsky.social
If you support him
even still now
You don’t support me
You haven’t supported me
And I don’t need friends
who don’t
support me

Life is too short
Life is too challenging
To suffer hate from those
I would stand for
Who would only let me
fall
October 23, 2025 at 10:38 AM
ledgemd.bsky.social
Bear was a good pup at the vet so they gifted her a bandana to match the pride patches on her harness.
A picture of a light brown pit mix dog turning away from the camera. She is wearing a rainbow colored bandana.
October 15, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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sarapartridge.bsky.social
There are reports that the *entire* office of special education at the US Dept of Education has been cut. These hardworking folks ensure kids with disabilities get equal access to a quality education.

America’s children deserve better than this.
October 11, 2025 at 4:51 PM