Library of FFLM Publications

The following publications have been identified as of interest to Faculty Fellows, Members, and Affiliates. The Registrar is always interested to hear of further publications that could be added to the library list. Many of the documents have been produced by the Education and Research Committee of the Association of Forensic Physicians. They will be revised by the Academic Committee of the Faculty as and when required.

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The Role of the Medico-Legal Adviser

FFLM

Publication Date: 28th April 2012 | Filed under : Medico-Legal Advisers

A document describing the role of a Medico Legal Adviser. Updated 28 April 2012.

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Recommendations: Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Custody

FFLM

Publication Date: 17th April 2012 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners

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The Role of the Healthcare Professional

Publication Date: 19th March 2012

Updated Jan 2012.

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Substance Misuse Detainees in Police Custody: Guidelines for Clinical Management (4th edn)

Royal College of Psychiatrists

Publication Date: 12th March 2012 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners

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Interim Quality Standards in Forensic Medicine for Healthcare Professionals (other than doctors)

FFLM

Publication Date: 13th February 2012 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners


This is Interim Guidance which may be modified following the RCN development of The Principles of Nursing Practice.

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Recommendations for the Collection of Forensic Specimens from Complainants and Suspects

FFLM

Publication Date: 6th January 2012

Latest update - January 2012

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Recommendations - Safe and Secure Administration of Medication in Police Custody

Publication Date: 4th January 2012 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners


Updated January 2011.

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Paediatric Forensic Examinations Pro-Forma

FFLM

Publication Date: 3rd January 2012 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners

Pro-forma provided to assist forensic physicians in the assessment of a child or young person who may have been sexually abused.

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Recommendations: Management of injuries caused by teeth

BAFO, FFLM

Publication Date: 21st October 2011 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners

In conjunction with the British Association of Forensic Odontologists, the Academic Committee has produced guidelines on photography and treatment of injuries caused by teeth.
Updated October 2011.

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Fact sheet - What Happens Now?

FFLM

Publication Date: 22nd September 2011 | Filed under : Forensic Practitioners

An after care leaflet available in sexual offences kits that provides information on emergency contraception, sexual health, advice and support services.
Updated September 2011.

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