ISTAP Patient Photo Consent and Release Forms
Thank you for contributing to the work of the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP). In order to ensure that all submitted images of skin tears are handled ethically and legally, we require the completion of specific consent and release forms.
These forms confirm that proper informed consent has been obtained from the patient—or their legal representative—for the use, storage, and distribution of their images. By submitting the completed forms, you are granting ISTAP permission to use these images for educational, promotional, and publication purposes, in line with our mission to advance skin tear prevention and management globally.
Required Forms
To submit a photo of a skin tear, the following three documents must be completed and submitted together:
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Patient or Legal Representative Consent Form
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Healthcare Provider Confirmation Form
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Submitter Consent Form
All three forms must be completed, signed, and submitted together. This process protects the patient’s rights and ensures that ISTAP remains fully compliant with the terms of the consent provided.
How to Submit
Please email all three signed forms to ISTAP at info@skintears.org.
Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or require support, feel free to contact us:
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Email: info@skintears.org
Please note: Forms are currently available in English only. If you require a translated version, contact us at info@skintears.org and we will do our best to accommodate your request.