Clinical Response to a “Virginity Check”

A Glance into the Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Exam


This video shows the clinician addressing the concerns of parents who brought their child into the clinic for a “virginity check.” The SANE demonstrates trauma-informed care by assessing the patient, addressing their concerns, and educating the family.














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This presentation was produced by IAFN under grant number 15POVC-21-GK-040459-SAFE, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this presentation are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.