Dr Hay, who practiced in Derbyshire and Staffordshire, is currently under investigation following serious concerns about his clinical conduct. It is alleged that his failings in care may have harmed at least 116 women during his three-year tenure from 2015 to 2018 at the Trust, with potentially hundreds more at risk.
An independent report commissioned by the Gynaecology Review Steering Group and published in October 2025 examined Dr Hay’s clinical practice during his time at the Trust. The panel contacted 325 women who had been treated by Dr Hay and found that many patients who underwent hysterectomies felt it was presented as the “only option,” despite the potential availability of less invasive alternatives. The report concluded that Dr Hay “demonstrated poor clinical practice” and “failed to recognise possible risks”.
Our client sought medical help for persistent gynaecological symptoms, including heavy bleeding and pain. After two years of non-surgical management, she was offered a hysterectomy by Dr Hay, with no alternative treatments discussed. She was not informed of the long-term implications of the procedure, including the onset of early menopause.
Following the surgery, our client experienced multiple infections, one of which required emergency hospital treatment. These physical complications have been compounded by ongoing psychological distress. She was later contacted by the NHS Trust to share her experience but was unprepared for the extensive media coverage that followed, which added to her emotional burden.
Greg Almond, Partner and Head of Serious Injury at Rothera Bray said: “The impact of Dr Hay’s actions continue to affect our client’s health and wellbeing. We are committed to ensuring she receives the appropriate medical care and mental health support she needs.
“We encourage any other women who believe they may have been affected by Dr Hay’s treatment to come forward. Our team is ready to provide legal guidance and support to those seeking justice.
“We also call for a full and transparent inquiry into Dr Hay’s conduct to ensure accountability and to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.”
