Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals: Caring for Individuals Impacted by FGM/C



This comprehensive module empowers healthcare professionals to provide compassionate, informed care to those affected by FGM/C, including during pregnancy. You'll dive deep into the health impacts, learn how to identify and document FGM/C, and explore treatments like defibulation. Plus, you'll gain vital skills in how to discuss this sensitive issue with patients and their families.

By the end of this module, you will:

• Understand your critical role in caring for individuals impacted by FGM/C
• Recognize the health consequences and how to address them
• Confidently communicate about FGM/C with patients
• Conduct a thorough vulvar exam to identify and classify FGM/C
• Accurately document FGM/C in medical records
• Counsel and manage defibulation procedures
• Provide effective care for pregnant individuals with FGM/C
• Support prevention efforts to protect future generations

Equip yourself with the expertise to make a lasting difference in the lives of those affected by FGM/C.