DC Forensic Nurse Examiners

strives to improve the health and outcome of those affected by violence in the District of Columbia by providing exceptional, comprehensive, patient-centered medical forensic care to victims of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and Sexual Assault.

If you have been the victim of a sexual assault,
call 1-800-641-4028 or go to MedStar Washington Hospital Center Emergency Department.

If you have been the victim of IPV in Washington DC,
go to a Domestic Violence Intake Center or MedStar Washington Hospital Center Emergency Department.

Always call 911 in an emergency.

Regardless of the circumstances, no one deserves to be threatened, beaten or humiliated. Get a confidential, free medical forensic IPV exam by a forensic nurse at three locations.  What to expect before, during and after the exam.  You do not need to show proof of citizenship or residency.  You do not have to report the incident to police.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10-5 at:
United Medical Center
Domestic Violence Intake Center
1328 Southern Avenue SE  Suite 311
Washington, DC 20032

24/7/365 at:
MedStar Washington Hospital Center
Emergency Department
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010

Wednesdays by appointment only:
The Lighthouse Center for Healing
5321 First Place NE
Washington, DC 20011

Transportation can be provided at no charge.