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Sexual Health
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Clinical Expertise
The GP will demonstrate the ability to:
• perform a focused examination, being sensitive to the
privacy of the patient and any cultural requirements,
and recognise that using a chaperone is a safe practice
for both GP and patient
• initiate tests and referral for the investigation of subfertility
• discuss and prescribe contraception across the
reproductive age range, taking into account WHO
categories, and accurately educate the patient or couple
on correct use
• assess and manage erectile dysfunction
• screen, test, treat and contact trace those at risk of
sexually transmissible infections, referring when necessary,
and providing accurate and timely education
• identify and manage symptoms related to peri-menopause
• apply screening principles for cancers of the breast,
cervix and prostate
• remain vigilant for signs of abuse, violence or coercion
and know who to refer to.
• explain local options for unintended pregnancy and
negotiate a timely plan, remembering that not all
unintended pregnancies are unwanted
Professionalism
The GP will demonstrate the ability to:
• establish clear professional boundaries around
confidentiality within the practice team, particularly
in rural communities
• support a patient’s choice in pregnancy regardless of their
own view on contraception and abortion.
• maintain updated contact details and be able to set in
place clear guidelines and appropriate arrangements for
communicating with patients, such as giving results
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