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MBA sexual boundaries guidelines

Posted 6 years ago


The Medical Board of Australia’s updated ‘Guidelines: Sexual boundaries in the doctor-patient relationship’ come into effect on 12 December 2018.

Key changes include a requirement for patient consent if medical students or anyone else is to be present during the examination and advice that an unwarranted physical examination may constitute sexual assault.

Click here to read the guidelines.

Any queries can be directed to Dr Joanne Katsoris, Executive Officer, Medical by phone on 03 8708 9075 or by email.