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Safe Surgeries Accreditation
Summary
Implement the Doctors of the World Safe Surgeries Toolkit to create an environment where all patients, regardless of immigration status, feel safe accessing healthcare.
Supporting information
The Safe Surgeries initiative helps practices create an environment where all patients, regardless of immigration status, feel safe accessing healthcare. Implementing this toolkit demonstrates your commitment to providing healthcare as a human right.
Approaches to implementation:
- Review the Doctors of the World Safe Surgeries Toolkit and assess current practice
- Engage all staff in understanding why safe access matters for community health
- Adapt toolkit recommendations to fit your specific practice context and population
- Display Safe Surgeries certification and materials prominently in the practice
- Monitor and share examples of how the initiative improves patient access
Key benefits: Builds trust with marginalised communities who may fear accessing healthcare and ensures everyone can access care when needed. Positions your practice as a leader in inclusive healthcare.
Resources
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