Scarring Image Clinic Days NO LONGER AVAILABLE
PLEASE NOTE: Due to repeated fights I have had with SGI wherein they have tried to not pay-out the money they owe for services, I am no longer providing SGI Scar Image clinics. I feel bad for the clients because I know that they just want to move on with their lives, however I am sick of constantly having to fight for SGI to pay professional fees when their rates have not increased in several years. Despite the fact that they insist that their clients must go to a professional photographer with professional equipment, they try to convince us as photographers that they are only able to pay out $125 per session. SGI clearly does not respect the vendors that work with them.
I’m sorry to those of you who are struggling to find someone able to provide the services. I highly recommend you write to:
The Minister Responsible for SGI:
Hon. Jeremy Harrison oversees the Crown corporation. You can address your letter to:
Room 348, Legislative Building
2405 Legislative Drive
Regina, SK, S4S 0B3
Phone: (306) 787-7339
Email: cic.minister@gov.sk.ca
If you do that and you STILL feel strongly about this, you can also contact the SGI Fair Practices Office.
Phone (Toll-Free): 1-888-558-5559
Phone (Local in Regina): 306-751-1397
Email: fairpracticesoffice@sgi.sk.ca
BELOW IS A DESCRIPTION OF WHAT IS ENTAILED IN
SGI SCAR IMAGES.
NO APPOINTMENTS ARE CURRENTLY AVAILABLE
One of the less sexy facets of the job, is something not everyone will need, but when you do, you will need a professional. Scar images.
Full disclosure, I did not take this photo as I try to keep my clients medical images private. I got this free image from Pexels.com just to illustrate what we’re talkin’ about here.
SCAR IMAGE CLINICS NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING
If you have been in an accident in Saskatchewan that has left scars on your body, you may need the scars visually documented by a professional photographer. Your adjuster will keep these images on record and review them in order to determine your payout. This process usually happens about a year, if not longer, after your initial injury as they want to see how the scar has healed.
Long time followers may recall that I used to work for Medical Media for the SHA, which covered a myriad of responsibilities over the years, but primarily began as Medical photography. Scar photos were one of the services we provided to the community, you could just contact the department at the Pasqua Hospital and book an appointment for them to do the photos, but this service ended years ago. But it’s a skill I can still put to use!
If you require scarring imagery, click the link provided below to see availability and to book your appointment. This service is offered free only on clinic days - you can book other times but the session will incur a $25 fee. You will need to book your appointment ahead of time as walk-in sessions may not be accommodated.
Click Here to Book your Session Time
What to know ahead of time
In order to have your scar session done, you MUST: have your permanent impairment form filled out by a doctor or a physiotherapist. I will need to take a copy of it in order to do your session as I use the form when I submit the images to SGI. Photos are done at my photography studio, located at 599 Henderson Drive.
Each scar requires a long-shot of the body part affected (leg, arm, face) as well as two close up shots with the length and width measurements. If you have more than two scars that need to be photographed at once, I may need to speak to your adjuster before the photo session can proceed.
If the images are for a person under 18, or if the scars are located on areas of the body of an intimate nature, you are welcome to bring a support person with you. If you are uncomfortable with a woman photographer you may need to make alternate arrangements.
Once the images are processed, I will submit them directly to SGI for their files.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!