Gynecological Exam

Description:

Standardized Patients (SPs) are individuals who provide a realistic patient experience for our medical student learners. One essential component of our SP program, are SPS that use their body as a teaching tool in the Gynecological (GYN) physical exam. The GYN exam is comprised of the following:

• An inspection of the mons pubis, labia majora and minora, clitoris, urethral opening, and introitus for lesions or lumps.

• A full speculum examination.

• A bimanual examination.

• A full breast examination.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma/GED required and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Gynecological Teaching Associate (GTA) certification is preferred but not required.

• Experience in education, or health care preferred but not required

• Individuals who have not had any of their female organs removed (i.e., uterus, ovaries, cervix, breasts (lumpectomies excluded)).