Personal Security for Doctors and Healthcare Professionals Facing Harassment

Short answer: Healthcare workers sometimes face harassment that follows them outside work. Employers, the police and professional bodies should be the first points of support; private security can add home and travel protection where a specific threat continues.

First steps

• Report incidents to your employer and the police.
• Keep a log of messages, calls and sightings.
• Review what personal information is online, including private practice listings.
• Speak to your medical defence organisation about wider concerns.

Private practice

Consultants in private practice may have published clinic addresses and photos. Consider using a practice address only and limiting personal social media.

Practical protection

Options include a residential security review, accompaniment for commutes and, where justified, short-term close protection.

Checking a provider

Check any officer on the SIA public register before appointing them. Ask for a written risk assessment, clear confidentiality terms and the names of the officers who will attend.

Next step

VIP Protection Services provides discreet, SIA-licensed close protection across London, the UK and internationally, with every arrangement subject to risk assessment and officer availability. See our close protection services, personal protection or executive protection across the UK. You can call 020 3488 5714, WhatsApp us or send your requirements. Written quotations are usually provided the same working day.

Where anyone is in immediate danger, call 999. Private security never replaces the police or legal advice.