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Sexual Assault Assessment & Treatment Service (SAATS) | Lakes
Public Service, Sexual Abuse Medicine, Sexual Harm
Description
Lakes DHB is the ACC provider for care of children, adolescents and adults who have been subjected to sexual assault.
The service is available 24/7, with an on-call Sexual Assault Assessment and Treatment Service (SAATS) Medical Officer to coordinate the required and timely medical response.
The service offers health examination including the collection of forensic evidence as needed in a dedicated SAATS consulting suite adjacent to the Rangiora Clinic at Rotorua Hospital.
The service involves a formal collaboration between the Lakes District Health Board, Ministry of Social Development (MSD) / Oranga Tamariki and NZ Police and is also supported by Victim Support Service, Sexual Abuse Counselling Services and Atawhai Services based in Rotorua.
There is a designated SAATS team, including medical staff and registered nurses, who are trained in the assessment and management of sexual assault and who have also undertaken formal sexual assault training.
Where to find us: We are located next to the Women's Health Clinic in Bridgeman South.
See the Rotorua Hospital Grounds map here.
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us, Make an appointment, Referral
Referral Expectations
Referrals can be made to the on call SAATs Medical Officer via the Rotorua Hospital switchboard (07) 349 7955.
Referrals may be received from individuals, the police, health and other agencies on behalf of the person who has been subjected to an assault.
Fees and Charges Description
New Zealand citizens or those who have obtained permanent residence are entitled to publicly funded health care.
Non-residents may be required to pay for their health care.
Click here to read more about eligibility for funded care at Lakes DHB.
Hours
The service is available 24/7, with an on-call Sexual Assault Assessment and Treatment Service (SAATS) Medical Officer to coordinate the required and timely medical response.
Services Provided
Pharmacy
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Region
Lakes
Other
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Website
Contact Details
Rotorua Hospital
Lakes
Corner Arawa Street and Pukeroa Road
Rotorua
Street Address
Corner Arawa Street and Pukeroa Road
Rotorua
Postal Address
Rotorua Hospital
Private Bag 3023
Rotorua Mail Centre
Rotorua 3046
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This page was last updated at 9:51AM on March 7, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Sexual Assault Assessment & Treatment Service (SAATS) | Lakes.