Workplace Violence and Safety Perception Among ENT Physicians in Turkey

This multicenter, cross-sectional survey study aims to evaluate the perceived level of safety and security against workplace violence among otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (ENT-HNS) physicians in Turkey. The study investigates the association between exposure to workplace violence and perceived safety, as well as the adequacy of institutional support mechanisms. Data will be collected through an anonymous online questionnaire distributed nationwide. The findings are expected to contribute to awareness and the development of preventive strategies and institutional safety policies for healthcare professionals.

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Key information

Conditions

Workplace Violence Occupational Health Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Physicians Perceived Safety

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

About this study

Workplace violence against healthcare professionals represents a significant occupational hazard, particularly for physicians working in high-risk clinical settings. ENT-HNS physicians frequently encounter high patient volumes, emergency conditions, and invasive procedures, which may increase the risk of violent incidents.

This non-interventional, cross-sectional study will be conducted using an anonymous, online survey distributed to ENT-HNS specialists and residents across Turkey. The questionnaire includes demographic and professional characteristics, workload indicators, exposure to different types of workplace violence (verbal, physical, and threats), reporting behaviors, and perceived safety levels measured using the "Healthcare Professionals' Safety and Security Perception Scale Against Violence."

The study involves minimal risk, limited to possible psychological discomfort due to recalling prior experiences of violence. No identifying information will be collected, and all data will be stored securely. Results will be reported in aggregate form only.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Licensed ENT-HNS specialist or resident physician
Aged 18 years or older
Willingness to participate and provide informed consent

Exclusion criteria

Physicians from other medical specialties
Surveys with more than 20% missing data

Treatment and study plan

Online survey questionnaire

Other

An anonymous, web-based questionnaire administered via Google Forms to assess demographic characteristics, workload, exposure to workplace violence, reporting behaviors, and perceived safety against workplace violence using a validated safety perception scale.

Primary outcomes

Perceived Safety Score Against Workplace Violence

Time frame: At survey completion (single time point, baseline assessment)

Total score obtained from the Healthcare Professionals' Safety and Security Perception Scale Against Violence, a self-administered questionnaire assessing perceived safety and security in the workplace.

The scale consists of items scored on a Likert-type scale, with a minimum score of 0 and a maximum score of 10.

Higher scores indicate a higher perceived level of safety and security against workplace violence.

Secondary outcomes

Number of Participants Reporting Exposure to Workplace Violence

Time frame: At survey completion (single time point, baseline assessment)

Self-reported exposure to workplace violence, categorized as verbal violence, physical violence, and threats, assessed using a structured questionnaire developed for this study.
Correlation Between Perceived Safety Score and Exposure to Workplace Violence

Time frame: At survey completion (single time point, baseline assessment)

Correlation between:

Perceived Safety Score measured by the Healthcare Professionals' Safety and Security Perception Scale Against Violence (continuous total score, range 0-10), and

Exposure to workplace violence (yes/no), assessed via self-reported questionnaire.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi

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Registry information

Official study title

Perceived Safety and Security Against Workplace Violence Among Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Physicians: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Survey Study in Turkey

Important dates

Study start: 2026
Primary completion: 2026
Study completion: 2026
First posted: Dec 31, 2025
Registry last updated: Apr 22, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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