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Dr Ruth John Paul, 31, becomes one of India's first Dalit trans women with MD

At 31, Dr Koyyala Ruth John Paul defied the odds to earn her MD in Emergency Medicine, battling adversity after being ousted from her home for her transgender identity. Supported by the community, Ruth confronted hospital rejections and bureaucratic hurdles regarding her recognition. She ultimately joined a government facility and became a fierce advocate for improved healthcare rights for transgender individuals in India, marking a significant personal and societal milestone.

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Dr Ruth John Paul, 31, becomes one of India's first Dalit trans women with MD
At 31, Dr Koyyala Ruth John Paul defied the odds to earn her MD in Emergency Medicine, battling adversity after being ousted from her home for her transgender identity. Supported by the community, Ruth confronted hospital rejections and bureaucratic hurdles regarding her recognition. She ultimately joined a government facility and became a fierce advocate for improved healthcare rights for transgender individuals in India, marking a significant personal and societal milestone.
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