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Dignity4Patients is a charity based in Drogheda providing support, advocacy & information Dignity4Patients is a patient support and advocacy organisation.

We work with people who have suffered s*xual assault or inappropriate s*xual behaviour whilst a patient in a medical or therapeutic setting. If you have had such an experience, up to now you may have felt alone, isolated or confused. Perhaps you did not know where to turn to or who to speak to. Dignity 4 Patients will treat you with the respect and dignity that you deserve. We will listen without

judgement. Our many years of working with patients helps us understand your many needs. Your confidentiality will be respected at all times. Outside of Dignity4Patients service hours help is available at the National 24hr Helpline on 1800 77 8888 and Connect Counselling service on 1800 477 477 www.connectcounselling.ie

04/09/2026

What is medical trauma, and how can it be prevented?
Clinical Psychologist Niamh Delmar looks at the impact of medical trauma and how it may be prevented.
To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/what-is-medical-trauma-and-how-can-it-be-prevented

Clinical Psychologist Niamh Delmar looks at the impact of medical trauma and how it may be prevented. Medical-related experiences can lead to significant psychological distress among certain patients.

03/09/2026

Under new legal powers, the Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Council closed 34 complaint files out of 175 opened during a recent reporting period.
To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/some-bounce-back-on-ceo-complaint-decisions-medical-council

Under new legal powers, the Chief Executive Officer of the Medical Council closed 34 complaint files out of 175 opened during a recent reporting period.

28/08/2026

Radiologist who reviewed HSE patient scans had medical licence revoked in two countries.

To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/radiologist-who-reviewed-hse-patient-scans-had-medical-licence-revoked-in-two-countries

Dr Sattar Kadhem provided reports on Irish patients until 2024, despite Sweden and Norway revoking his licence in 2023 for misreading images

27/08/2026

Irish doctor jailed in UK for s*xually assaulting patients worked in Dublin care centre.

To Read More: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/irish-doctor-jailed-in-uk-for-s*xually-assaulting-patients-worked-in-dublin-care-centre

An Irish doctor who was jailed in the UK last week for s*xually assaulting two patients worked in a centre for people with intellectual disabilities in north Dublin for 22 years.

14/08/2026

This survivor’s testimony is a stark reminder that the devastating impact of abuse can last a lifetime, extending far beyond the individual to families and loved ones who carry its consequences alongside them.
To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/he-healed-my-hand-but-wrecked-my-head-victim-recalls-abuse-by-surgeon-michael-shine

‘He healed my hand, but wrecked my head’ – victim recalls abuse by surgeon Michael Shine

13/08/2026

This deeply disturbing case highlights the importance of safeguarding vulnerable people in healthcare settings, where every patient should be able to place their trust in those responsible for their care.

To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/healthcare-assistant-who-undressed-teenage-girl-treated-for-overdose-convicted-of-s*xual-assault

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Healthcare assistant who undressed teenage girl treated for overdose convicted of s*xual assault

30/07/2026

It is deeply saddening that so many victims died before the Government made the decision to establish a Commission of Investigation into the abuse they suffered at the hands of Michael Shine. Justice delayed is justice denied.

To read more: https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/twenty-four-victims-of-pa******le-doctor-michael-shine-died-without-justice-as-abuse-toll-mounts

Twenty-four victims of pa******le doctor, Michael Shine, have died without ever getting justice.

29/07/2026

"Every account is different, but they all deserve to be heard with compassion, believed without hesitation and investigated with determination"

To read more:
https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/louth-motoring-journalist-paddy-comyn-reveals-abuse-by-pa******le-surgeon-michael-shine

A brother of Senator Alison Comyn was abused by pa******le monster Michael Shine. Renowned motoring correspondent Paddy Comyn told his story in the Journal.ie last week.

28/07/2026

After decades of campaigning, perseverance and determination, this marks an immensely significant milestone for everyone at Dignity4Patients. It has been a long journey to reach this point.

To read more:
https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/investigation-recommended-into-convicted-s*x-offender-and-ex-hospital-consultant-michael-shine

Shine was convicted of assaulting seven boys between 1971 and 1992 and served three years in prison A statutory commission of investigation should be carried out into convicted s*x offender and former hospital consultant Michael Shine, an independent report has recommended.

27/07/2026

The impact of child s*xual abuse is “the real legacy”
“a family, a marriage, children, friendships, careers and lives shaped” and changed forever “by something that should never have happened.”

To read more:
https://www.dignity4patients.org/post/there-were-hundreds-of-victims-and-i-am-one-of-them

'There were hundreds of victims, and I am one of them'

Address

29 Park Heights Grangerath
Drogheda
A92P8FP

Telephone

+353419843730

Website

http://www.dignity4patients.org/

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