Although you may not appear to have physical injuries, you still should seek emergency treatment following a sexual assault. A SANE-trained nurse is available at all times at UPMC Magee, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC Hamot. The nurse collects evidence, does a detailed interview, takes forensic photos, documents injuries on a body map, and writes the victim’s narrative. “What we’re doing is more than just a physical evidence collection,” said Janet Scholl, MSN, RN, CNL, CEN, SANE-A, senior clinician and forensic coordinator at UPMC Magee. “We are providing comprehensive care to the s. We’re addressing their psychosocial needs, we’re giving them medications to prevent any unwanted infections, we’re providing them with emergency contraception.” The ED at UPMC Magee has a private room designated for victims of sexual assault. Staff members are trained to collect evidence and provide medicine to prevent infections or sexually transmitted diseases. You also can receive a more in-depth evaluation to determine if you have any internal injuries. In additional to treating any physical injuries, a hospital can connect you with counselors and other options for continuing care. UPMC Magee calls in a victim’s advocate, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape, for all cases. The group provides counseling and legal advocacy.