(BOSTON, December 24, 2025) – Top surgeons are boycotting Rhode Island Hospital (RHH) following allegations of sexual harassment, according to a report by The Mercury.
A widespread boycott by prominent surgeons is underway at Rhode Island Hospital in response to reported instances of sexual harassment.
- top surgeons are refusing to accept new patients at RHH.
- The boycott stems from allegations of sexual harassment within the hospital.
- The Mercury reports that the hospital is facing increasing pressure to address the situation.
A notable number of surgeons are boycotting Rhode Island Hospital due to allegations of sexual harassment,The Mercury reported. The surgeons are refusing to accept new patients at the hospital, citing concerns about a unfriendly work surroundings.
Surgeon Boycott Details
The Mercury reports that the boycott involves a number of highly regarded surgeons. The specific details of the harassment allegations were not immediately available in the report, but the surgeons involved are calling for a thorough examination and significant changes to RHH’s policies and procedures.
Did you know?-Sexual harassment in healthcare settings is often underreported due to power dynamics and fear of retaliation, impacting patient care and staff well-being.
The boycott is expected to put additional strain on RHH, which is already facing challenges related to staffing shortages and increased patient demand. The hospital has not yet issued a formal response to the boycott, according to The Mercury.
“This is about creating a safe and respectful environment for everyone who works at RHH,” a surgeon involved in the boycott told The Mercury. the surgeons initiated the boycott on December 20, 2025, after repeated attempts to address concerns internally were unsuccessful. They allege a pattern of inappropriate behavior and a lack of accountability within the hospital’s surgical departments. The boycott aims to force RHH to implement mandatory sensitivity training, establish a confidential reporting system, and conduct an independent investigation into the allegations.
Pro tip-Organizations should prioritize clear policies against harassment, robust reporting mechanisms, and swift, impartial investigations to foster a safe workplace.
As of December 24, 2025, RHH has acknowledged the boycott and stated it is taking the allegations seriously. A spokesperson for the hospital released a statement promising a full review of its policies and procedures, but did not provide a timeline for completion. Negotiations between hospital management and representatives of the boycotting surgeons are reportedly ongoing,mediated by a third-party conflict resolution firm. The surgeons have indicated they will end the boycott once they receive assurances of concrete changes and a commitment to a harassment-free environment. The hospital confirmed on December 24th that they have agreed to an independent investigation and will implement temporary measures to address patient care concerns during the boycott.
Reader question-What steps can hospitals take to proactively prevent harassment and ensure a respectful work environment for all staff?
time.news based this report in part on reporting by The Mercury and added independent analysis and context.
