GMC resources to support victims of sexual misconduct by doctors

Summary

New resources including support for victims and survivors of sexual misconduct by doctors have been published by the General Medical Council (GMC).

It covers:

• What constitutes sexual misconduct and how to raise a concern. 
• What to expect from an investigation, and organisations that can provide support.
• What to do if you think you have been subject to sexual misconduct by a doctor.

It is intended for patients, those supporting them, and for doctors, medical students and other colleagues who may have been subject to unacceptable behaviour by doctors either within or outside of the workplace.

The regulator has also today published information for employers and responsible officers – senior doctors responsible for clinical governance processes at their places of work – to support them in preventing, identifying and responding to cases of sexual misconduct.

This information covers:

• How sexual misconduct can manifest in the workplace.
• How employers can create cultures where behaviours can be safely challenged.