Care for Victims of Sexual & Physical Assault

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While victims of sexual and physical assault are often afraid to come forward, seeking medical care is vitally important to the survivor’s health, well-being and recovery.

 

In addition to caring for injuries and offering medications that can prevent sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy, our specialty trained nurses at Houston Methodist Emergency Departments also provide forensic medical exams to survivors of sexual abuse, interpersonal violence, sex and labor trafficking, as well as child and elder abuse.

 

After a sexual or physical assault, it’s critical for the individual to receive a medical-legal exam, including evidence collection within five days of the assault.

 

Here at Houston Methodist, we strive to ensure that you receive quality health care. Our goal is to lessen the impact of violence by empowering survivors to find strength in taking control of their health and well-being following a traumatic act of violence.

Nurses Specializing in Caring for Assault Victims

Our sexual assault nurse examiners (SANEs) are registered nurses dedicated to caring for and supporting sexually and/or physically assaulted individuals.

 

Our forensic nurses are specially trained to:

  • Conduct a head-to-toe medical-legal forensic examination
  • Provide trauma informed care
  • Collect forensic evidence
  • Document and photograph injuries and history of assault 
  • Provide expert testimony in a court of law

 

In addition, our SANEs will refer you to a licensed community partner offering help with a safety plan, advocacy support and follow-up wellness care.

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