Darius Paduch, a disgraced urologist, was sentenced to life in prison for sexually assaulting male patients, including minors, at prestigious hospitals in New York City. Convicted on several counts of inducing individuals to engage in unlawful sexual activity, Paduch preyed on vulnerable patients seeking treatment for sensitive medical issues. Over the years, he abused dozens of patients, including children, under the guise of medical treatments at hospitals such as Weill Cornell Medical Center and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. The abuse involved various forms of sexual misconduct, including masturbation, digital penetration, and the use of sex toys.
According to prosecutors, a total of 310 victims have come forward with allegations and lawsuits against Paduch. The urologist’s abusive behavior spanned from 2007 to at least 2019 and occurred at multiple hospitals. Victims reported enduring years of abuse during medical appointments, with Paduch justifying his actions as medically necessary exams. The sentencing of Paduch to life in prison is seen as a crucial victory for justice and accountability by lawyers representing the victims. They applaud the survivors who testified during the trial, as their bravery helped ensure Paduch was held accountable for his actions.
Paduch is also facing multiple civil lawsuits from former patients detailing additional instances of alleged abuse, including inflicting pain during procedures and performing penile enlargements that led to disfigurement. Lawyers representing the victims plan to hold the institutions where Paduch worked accountable for enabling his exploitation of patients. They emphasize the importance of seeking justice for every patient exposed to Paduch’s abuse. The sentencing of Paduch marks the closing of an important chapter for survivors who experienced abuse at the hands of the disgraced doctor.
The sentencing of Paduch has been praised by legal representatives for the victims, highlighting the strength of survivors who endured abuse at the hands of a trusted medical professional. Mallory Allen, who represents 140 former patients, commended the survivors for their bravery and emphasized the need to hold perpetrators of sexual abuse accountable. The focus now shifts to holding institutions accountable for covering up and enabling Paduch’s exploitation of patients. The lawyers seek justice for every patient affected by the abuse and are committed to fighting until justice is served. Civil court actions are planned against the institutions that allowed Paduch’s abuse to go unchecked.
In response to the sentencing, DiPietro and Allen encourage individuals who have been sexually assaulted to seek help and support. They emphasize the importance of speaking out against abuse and seeking help through crisis counseling services. Survivors of sexual assault can access free and confidential crisis counseling by calling 1-800-942-6906 in New York or the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-4673. Support is available for survivors who have experienced abuse and ensuring that perpetrators of sexual abuse are held accountable remains a priority for legal representatives of the victims.
