Clinical Forensic Medicine Fellowship
Fellowship Director: Dr. Keesandra Agenor
Forensic Clinical Services Director: Dr. Brigitte Alexander
The fellow will work directly with patients and learn from industry experts in forensic science, law enforcement, protective services, and advocacy groups. This fellowship will expand emergency clinicians’ ability to be trauma-informed, patient-centric, and culturally sensitive when interacting with patients.
The fellowship incorporates evidence collection, crime scene exposure, analyzing witness testimonials, and Sexual Assault Response Team (S.A.R.T.) practices. At the end of the fellowship, the clinicians will be able to better support victims of abuse by recognizing and reporting violent patterns of abuse such as ligatures, strangulation, and bindings. They will be trained to work closely with community groups such as social workers, crisis counselors, patient advocates, and other local agencies to connect patients to relevant services.
NYC Health + Hospitals has specially trained Sexual Assault Response Teams approved by the New York State Department of Health in every hospital emergency room. Sexual assault victims receive care within one hour of their arrival. The SART staff members at NYC Health + Hospitals’ Sexual Assault Forensic Examiner (SAFE) Centers of Excellence have gone through intensive training and are approved by the New York State Department of Health. Their tasks include: properly identifying, collecting and storing forensic evidence; accurately documenting injuries; and attending to the significant emotional needs of rape victims. Forensic Examiners perform a thorough evaluation including a physical examination and medical history to ensure the patient’s health and safety and collect evidence of the crime. Rape Crisis Counselors help the patient recover from the physical and emotional trauma of sexual assault. NYC Health + Hospitals’ assault recovery teams operate around the clock to minimize trauma to the victim and reduce the risk that critical evidence will be lost, damaged, or overlooked.
For More Info: KCH Forensic Fellowship
Please send CV and Personal Statement to: Dr. Keesandra Agenor AgenorK@nychhc.org and Mr. Kyle Williams WilliamK73@nychhc.org