Breaking the silence on sexual misconduct in surgery: one year on: A year after publication of the Breaking the Silence report, the authors share the progress made and discuss what still needs to be done by us all.

The article discusses the issue of sexual misconduct in the field of surgery, particularly affecting women, one year after the publication of the Breaking the Silence report. The report revealed high rates of sexual assault and harassment in the surgical workforce, prompting a strong response from the medical profession and the public. The article emphasizes the need for action to address this problem, including the implementation of sexual violence policies, codes of conduct, education on recognizing and addressing sexual misconduct, and data collection to assess progress. Various organizations and stakeholders have taken steps to support these recommendations and improve the culture and performance of accountable organizations. The article provides resources and support for those who have experienced or witnessed sexual misconduct and highlights the importance of reporting incidents. It also calls for educational interventions and mandatory training to improve the culture and behavior in the medical workforce. [Extracted from the article]