Intimate Examination

Consent is EXTREMELY important in the medical examination room, especially when working with the sensitive and vulnerable pelvic floor. There is no such thing as implied consent, which includes a provider assuming a patient consents to something just because they showed up for the appointment. In reality, many patients do not know what to expect at any given appointment! Every medical care provider should explain what they intend to do with you and prepare you appropriately for your examination.

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