This is the story of one of the most terrible scandals in the medical history of Britain. In 2003, Deborah Douglas was diagnosed with breast cancer by Ian Paterson, a surgeon based in the Midlands. Over the next seven years, Deborah trusted Paterson, undergoing mastectomy, reconstructive surgery, and extensive chemotherapy under his care – only to discover that her cancer diagnosis had been overestimated and her treatment was entirely unnecessary. Was Deborah not alone? In 2017, Paterson, who was disgraced by the media as the 'Butcher Surgeon,' was sentenced for 17 intentional harm acts and three illegal harm acts, receiving a 20-year prison sentence. These were only a fraction of his victims. He deceived thousands of patients during his tenure as an NHS and private surgeon. "Cost of Trust" is a shocking investigative journalism work that reveals the true extent of this medical scandal. The author is Deborah Douglas, in collaboration with writer Tracy King – who is also a victim of Paterson. The book offers an in-depth look into the devastating impact of Paterson’s actions and the work required to bring him to justice. Deborah Douglas led the campaign to uncover Paterson’s mismanagement and the failures of medical authorities that allowed him to operate unchecked. After Paterson’s conviction, the Chief Coroner opened investigations into the deaths of 54 patients treated by Paterson, with more deaths being examined. NHS and private healthcare systems will respond to charges of systemic failures that permitted such a severe breach of trust. "Cost of Trust" is a compelling narrative of David versus Goliath and an essential work of non-fiction. Pages: 304, Dimensions: 15.9x15.9cm