A former Birmingham doctor is set to appear in court next month to face a total of 45 charges relating to alleged sexual assaults against patients at two NHS hospitals in the Midlands.
Details of the Charges and Investigation
Nathaniel John Spencer, a 38-year-old from Quinton, Birmingham, will appear at North Staffordshire Justice Centre on 20 January 2026. The charges follow a complex investigation by Staffordshire Police's Public Protection Unit.
The charges against Spencer include:
- 15 counts of sexual assault
- 17 counts of assault by penetration
- 9 counts of sexual assault of a child under 13
- 3 counts of assault of a child under 13 by penetration
- 1 count of attempting to assault by penetration
The alleged offences are reported to have occurred at Royal Stoke University Hospital in Stoke-on-Trent and Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley.
Employment History and Suspension
Spencer worked as a resident doctor, formerly known as a junior doctor, at the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) NHS Trust between August 2017 and August 2020.
He was then employed on a placement as a resident doctor at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust from August 2020 to April 2021.
Spencer has been suspended from medical practice in the UK pending the outcome of the criminal investigation and court process.
NHS Trusts Respond and Launch Helplines
Both NHS trusts involved have issued statements acknowledging the distressing nature of the news and have set up dedicated support lines for former patients.
Dr Paul Hudson, operational medical director at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust, stated the trust is supporting those affected and cooperating fully with authorities. He encouraged anyone with concerns to contact their dedicated helpline on 01384 322 311.
A spokesperson for UHNM also confirmed their full cooperation with the police and reassured the public that patient safety is their highest priority. Their dedicated helpline for concerned patients is 01782 672540.
Staffordshire Police continue their investigation and ask anyone with information to contact them via their Major Incident Public Portal or by calling the investigation team's voicemail on 01785 234999.
