Would someone who had surgery to transition half of their body be considered transgender?

Certainly, if...: If a person modifies their body surgically to better match their gender identity, they are likely transgender. People who are born female, for example, might have a specific kind of breast reduction ("top surgery") to remove their breasts and appear more masculine. They may not elect to surgically modify their genitals, for various reasons - including cost. LGromkoMD