An orchiectomy is the removal of the testicles. This procedure is one of the quickest and easiest to recover from. It is usually required to undergo a vaginoplasty and can be done at least 8 weeks before or during said procedure. Likewise, patients can get an orchiectomy without undergoing a vaginoplasty to simplify their hormonal regimen; removing the testicles allows someone to get off testosterone blockers and take less estrogen, possibly preventing certain health complications. Read more here.