DCFNE is the city’s sole provider and authority for performing medical forensic exams for adult survivors. Individuals who’ve experienced sexual assault, intimate partner violence, or family violence are referred to its nurses to document injuries, collect evidence, access critical medication, and receive essential care. Since 2013, DCFNE has responded to over 8,000 calls for service, using a trauma-informed and consent-based approach to care for survivors at District hospitals, its private Forensic Nursing Clinic, and through telehealth consultations. It also trains providers from other programs in forensic nursing best practices. DCFNE’s expertise has led to a formal government partnership to provide technical assistance to medical units globally. DCFNE ensures that every resident can walk away from a traumatic experience feeling empowered to take control of their health.

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