Wiltshire GP Thomas Plimmer struck off for sexual misconduct

As some other alleged acts took place in private, the tribunal was forced to accept these reports were “one party’s word against another”.

Miss A summarised their relationship and interaction by claiming Mr Plimmer goaded and belittled her, saying “unkind and nasty things”.

As the relationship progressed, she believed that ‘trauma bonding’ had begun to take place, as she described feeling exploited and coerced.

“He was someone I’d gone to as a friend in trust, and he kind of used that to his advantage.

“I felt like a mouse batted about for his amusement, and I felt like that was my purpose for him and all I deserved”.

The tribunal also noted his impact on another woman – Miss F – who explained in her statement that she contacted the police after Mr Plimmer threatened her with violence if she reported his misconduct.

“The events that unfolded involving Dr Plimmer, including the threat that was made against me by him, has affected my ability to trust people when dating, as well as my trust in healthcare professionals,” said Miss F.