About MEDSAC
The New Zealand expert body in sexual assault/abuse and non-fatal strangulation/suffocation medicine
Medical Sexual Assault Clinicians Aotearoa (medsac) is the acknowledged New Zealand expert body in sexual assault/abuse and non-fatal strangulation/suffocation medicine. It is recognised as such by the Ministry of Health, Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) and New Zealand Police, as well as by the Health and Disability Commissioner and international bodies such as the World Health Organisation.
We are an incorporated society and registered charity with over 450 expert clinician and allied professional members.
Improving the wellbeing of all people affected by sexual assault and abuse.
People in Aotearoa New Zealand have equitable access to appropriate and high-quality health care in the fields of sexual assault and abuse, and non-fatal strangulation and suffocation.
Medsac is governed by a Board. From 1 July 2023, medsac's structure has changed.