GGC0910 Children's Forensic Medical Services

The West of Scotland (WoS) Health Boards require the provision of a Child Forensic Physicians (CFP) service. When there is a suspicion of physical or sexual abuse, children are examined by a paediatrician who may request that a CFP is also present. The Joint Paediatric Forensic Examination (JPFE) provides a holistic assessment of development, health and wellbeing and allows for collection of forensic evidence. The decision to proceed to JPFE is usually taken at the Initial Referral Discussion (IRD). Referrals may c...