"I’ve been a doctor for 20 years, but for the first 15, I’d never heard of sexual safety in the workplace... why are we talking about this now?" 

In this vital episode, Amie and Simon are joined by  Dr. Ellen Knox, Consultant Obstetrician and Associate Postgraduate Dean, to tackle the complex and often "harrowing" reality of sexual misconduct within the NHS.

Support Resources & Links

• National 24/7 Sexual Abuse Support: 0808 500 2222 | rapecrisis.org.uk
• BMA Wellbeing Support (24/7): 0330 123 1245 | bma.org.uk/wellbeing
• NHS Practitioner Health: practitionerhealth.nhs.uk
• Surviving in Scrubs: Peer stories and advocacy | survivinginscrubs.co.uk

Further reading 

• Breaking the Silence Report (WPSMS): Read the report
• NHS Sexual Safety Charter: The 10 Commitments
• GMC Good Medical Practice (2024 Updates): Professional Standards

Disclaimer: This episode contains discussions of sexual misconduct and harassment. If you have been affected by these issues, please use the resources below or reach out to a trusted colleague.

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