Aim of the webinar:

This webinar – hosted by Kernow Local Medical Committee – will ensure delegates understand the role of the Chaperone and feel confident in performing the duties required by a Chaperone, including how to raise concerns and accurate record keeping.

Key Objectives/Agenda:

By the end of the webinar delegates will be able to:

• Know what is meant by the term chaperone.
• Recognise the need for a chaperone in the practice.
• Describe what is meant by an intimate examination.
• Describe the role of a chaperone.
• Communicate the service to patients.

Topics covered:

• Guidance and Regulation.
• The role of the Chaperone and its importance.
• Practice Policies and record keeping.
• Patients’ Rights.
• Whistleblowing.
• Good practice in Examination.
• Understanding issues relating to religion, ethnicity, or culture.
• Competency Matrix.

All delegates will receive:

• A guide to Gillick and Frazer competencies.
• A copy of the presentation.
• Chaperone Guidelines.
• A competency matrix form.
• Certificate of Attendance.

To register, please email: rich@kernowlmc.co.uk