Former GP’s Appeal Against Medical Register Removal Rejected

A medical practitioner, previously removed from the medical register for engaging in sexual activity with multiple women at his GP surgery, has had his appeal against this dismissal rejected. In September, a Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service hearing determined that Thomas Plimmer, a former GP from Gloucester, had admitted to transmitting explicit content to colleagues, engaging in sexual activity during working hours, and displaying inappropriate conduct towards women. The BBC recently reported that Mr Plimmer, who had previously worked in Swindon, was continuing to advise private patients. A spokesperson for the General Medical Council (GMC) affirmed, stating, “Our position is very clear, there is no place for any form of sexual misconduct in the medical profession.” Dr Plimmer has subsequently been prohibited from practicing within the medical profession. The GMC further commented: “In Dr Plimmer’s case his serious misconduct over several years, including non-consensual sexual touching and engaging in sexual activity whilst at work, was so egregious that his behaviour was fundamentally incompatible with continued registration.” The judge concurred that Dr Plimmer’s removal from the medical register was entirely justified given all the circumstances. The tribunal concluded that Dr Plimmer’s conduct was “so shocking” that a member of the public would be concerned if the sanction of erasure was not imposed. BBC Wiltshire can be followed on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Story ideas may be sent to us via email or WhatsApp at 0800 313 4630. All rights are reserved by BBC, copyright 2024. The BBC bears no responsibility for the content of external websites. Details concerning our approach to external linking are available.