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FORENSIC MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
for children suspected of child abuse which include:
· Services in a safe, child-friendly setting
· A multidisciplinary team approach
· Pre- and post-conferences with parent/caregiver
· A complete head-to-toe physical exam by a trained forensic family nurse practitioner
· A child advocate for support before, during, and after exam
· A non-invasive colposcope used for magnification and documentation of findings
· Collection of physical and photographic evidence for law enforcement
· Use of state-of-the-art Internet ImageQuest for consulting opinions
· Prevention of unnecessary repeat examinations
· Referrals for counseling
· Expert witness testimony in court

Examinations are performed on request by law enforcement and also may be requested by a physician, DFCS, or any other agency when child abuse is suspected.
Serving the Middle Judicial Circuit
Candler • Emanuel • Jefferson • Toombs • Washington