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Feminizing genital gender-affirming surgery COS

I met Christopher during a prioritization and consensus workshop. At that time, he was developing a core outcome set for himself. We kept in touch to share knowledge, and when we couldn't find a moderator experienced in core outcome set development, we decided to ask Chris to help as we know him as articulate, someone who makes well-weighed decisions, and reflects on topics with an open mind.

We are delighted he agreed to lead the consensus meeting for a COS on feminizing genital surgery. We spent two to three sessions preparing, during which he provided valuable tips, drawing from his experience conducting two consensus meetings as a researcher. We were planning to discuss more than we could cover in three hours. Chris advised us to condense the topics, and he was right!

Given our COS subject's intimate and sensitive nature, he was inclusive and created a safe space for everyone to share their views confidently. Although the overwhelming participants' responses were great, it made time management tricky, but Chris handled that well. He also has the talent to explain difficult subjects simply, which also really helped the process of reaching a consensus. Sometimes, the meeting went off track when participants shared more and more personal views, but Chris respectfully redirected them in the right direction. We are very happy with how the consensus meeting went and the result.

We recommend Chris as a moderator/facilitator for any meeting on prioritization or consensus-building.

Dr Marleen Vallinga

Masculinizing genital gender-affirming surgery COS

I had the pleasure of working with Chris as an independent facilitator for a consensus meeting related to my research project (The GenderCOS project – masculinizing genital gender-affirming surgery Core Outcome Set), and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. Chris was exceptionally well-organized and provided useful examples, while also thoroughly reviewing the drafts of our preparatory documents. He actively engaged in brainstorming, not just as a facilitator but also as an advisor and consultant, sharing valuable insights and lessons learned from previous experiences.

Chris demonstrated a deep commitment to understanding the specific topics and nuances we needed to discuss, which allowed him to guide conversations effectively. He was quick to adapt when unexpected challenges arose, showcasing excellent problem-solving skills. Throughout the process, Chris was respectful, inclusive, and ensured that all participants felt heard and valued. His commitment to debriefing afterward highlighted his eagerness to learn and continuously improve.

Even participants in our meeting provided positive feedback, noting how professional and effective Chris’s facilitation was. I would 100% recommend working with him for any similar projects!

Dr Pip Roijer