FGM Reference Centre established at Ghent University Hospital
The centre, which was launched 8 May 2014, will provide medical and psychological guidance and treatment to girls of 14 years and older who are victim to FGM.
The centre, which was launched 8 May 2014, will provide medical and psychological guidance and treatment to girls of 14 years and older who are victim to FGM.
In order to optimize care for this vulnerable group of women, the Belgian National Institute for Health and Disability (RIZIV-INAMI) recognized two FGM reference centres: the Sint-Pieters Hospital in Brussels and the University Hospital in Ghent. The Women’s Clinic of the University Hospital has, together with ICRH, set up a specialized multidisciplinary consultation. The team is composed of gynaecologists, surgeons, nurses, midwifes, psychologists, sexologists and researchers.
Medial and paramedical staff is trained in identification and treatment of cultural practices that harm the well-being of women. The specialized consultations take place (only by appointment) every Wednesday morning in the Women’s Clinic of the University Hospital in Ghent. Appointments can be made at +32 9 332 37 82.
More information: Els Leye
