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Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examiners (SAMFEs)

Date of Publication:

5/7/2019

Definition:

Specially trained health care provider who has completed specialized education and clinical preparation in the medical forensic care of the sexual assault patient. SAMFEs are trained to provide sexual assault patient care in accordance with Department of Justice training standards and have completed training through the DOD inter-Service SAMFE training program or other DOD approved organization and are credentialed by their Service or other DOD agency to perform SAFEs within the MHS.

Source of Definition:

Health Care Management for Patients Associated With a Sexual Assault

Last Updated: August 11, 2022
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