Avoid being accused of assault

‘Business Dilemmas’

With more doctors – including those in private practice – facing allegations of sexual assault in recent years, Dr Bev Ward (right) answers your topical questions

Dilemma 1

How do I conduct intimate exams?

Q I am a physician working in private practice and was worried to read recently that sexual assault allegations have risen.

I sometimes have to carry out intimate examinations on patients and am worried that my actions could be misinterpreted.

What can I do to minimise this risk?