Nathaniel John Spencer, 38, of Quinton, Birmingham, will appear before North Staffordshire Justice Centre on 20 January 2026. Dedicated helplines have been set up for former patients with concerns
Russells Hall hospital (Image: Local Democracy Reporting Service)
A former Birmingham doctor who has been charged with dozens of alleged sexual assaults against his patients worked at two Midlands hospitals.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, who is British, is due in court next month to face 15 counts of sexual assault and 17 counts of assault by penetration.
He is also charged with nine counts of sexual assault of a child under 13, three counts of assault of a child under 13 by penetration, and one count of attempting to assault by penetration.
It follows a complex investigation by Staffordshire Police’s Public Protection Unit into reported offences at the Royal Stoke University Hospital, in Stoke-on-Trent, and Russells Hall Hospital, in Dudley.
He previously worked at the University Hospitals of North Midlands (UHNM) NHS Trust between August 2017 and August 2020 as a resident doctor (formerly known as junior doctor).
Spencer then was employed as a resident doctor on a placement at The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust from August 2020 to April 2021.
Dedicated helplines set up
Dr Paul Hudson, operational medical director, The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust said: “We understand that many of our patients, staff, and people in the wider community will find this news very distressing.
“Anyone with concerns or questions about the care they have received in our hospital should contact our dedicated helpline on 01384 322 311.
“Our dedicated colleagues continue to support those affected by these issues, while cooperating with the police and relevant authorities in their investigations, throughout the process.
“Although we cannot comment on an ongoing criminal process, we would like to reassure the public that the safety and well-being of our patients and their relatives remains our highest priority.”
UHNM said: “UHNM has fully cooperated with the police and relevant authorities throughout their investigation.
“We cannot comment on an ongoing criminal process but would like to reassure the public that the safety and well-being of our patients and their relatives are our highest priority.
“We understand that many will find this news deeply concerning for our patients, staff, and the wider community.
“We would encourage anyone who is concerned about the care they have received at our hospitals to contact our dedicated helpline on 01782 672540.”
Spencer has been suspended from medical practice in the UK pending the outcome of the investigation.
He is due to appear at the North Staffordshire Justice Centre on 20 January 2026.
Anyone with concerns please contact Staffordshire police here https://mipp.police.uk/operation/STAFFS22R02-PO1 or the investigation team’s voicemail on 01785 234999.