Dr. Darius Paduch Lawsuit: How Patients Can Seek Help
Dr. Darius Paduch is a former New York urologist accused of medical sexual assault, misconduct, and harassment by numerous male patients over 19 years. If you suffered sexual abuse while under Dr. Paduch’s care, you have rights and options, and Helping Survivors can help you explore your options.
Author: Kathryn Kosmides
Survivor Advocate
Key Takeaways
- Dr. Paduch was convicted in May 2024 on 13 charges related to sexually abusing his patients, including six minor boys.
- Over 130 of his former patients have filed doctor sexual abuse lawsuits against Paduch and his previous employers for the harm that happened to them.
- If you or someone you love was a patient of Dr. Paduch, you have legal rights and options, including filing a lawsuit to seek financial compensation for the harm that happened to you. We can put you in touch with an experienced attorney today to help discuss your case.
Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Dr. Darius Paduch
Dr. Darius Paduch is accused of sexually abusing his male patients over nearly two decades, including both minor and adult men.
His alleged misconduct occurred under the guise of urological care while employed at various medical institutions in the New York area including:
- Weill Cornell Medical Center
- Northwell Health’s North Shore University Hospital
- Long Island Jewish Medical Center
The allegations against Dr. Paduch include touching patients’ genitalia without their consent, including sometimes not wearing gloves, allegedly directing patients to masturbate in front of him, forcing them to watch pornography in his presence, and penetrating them both digitally and with sex toys and other objects without medical justification.
Additionally, Paduch allegedly performed unnecessary surgical procedures without anesthesia to purposely inflict pain on his patients. He also has been accused of dispensing excessive quantities of opioid medications to get his patients addicted, allowing him to gain more control over his victims and further his sexual abuse of them.
Paduch has also allegedly sent inappropriate text messages to patients, including underage boys, from his personal cell phone. The messages often contained sexual comments and directions to visit his office after normal business hours.
If you were a patient of Dr. Paduch, you deserve to be heard regarding your experience.
You have legal rights and options, and we at Helping Survivors can help you understand them. We can answer questions and put you in touch with an experienced lawyer who can help explore your options, including filing a doctor sexual abuse lawsuit against Paduch and the hospitals that employed him.
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Who Is Urologist Dr. Paduch?
Darius Adam Paduch is a former urologist who treated patients in and around Great Neck, New York. He received his medical degree from the Medical University of Lodz in 1993 and practiced medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Paduch also worked as an Associate Professor of Urology and Reproductive Medicine and Director of Sexual Health and Science at Weill Cornell Medicine.
Paduch was affiliated with several New York hospitals throughout his career, including Weill Cornell Medical Center, Northwell Health’s North Shore University Hospital, and Long Island Jewish Medical Center with his primary specialty was urology.
Paduch’s practice primarily emphasized the male reproductive system. He often treated patients with conditions such as erectile dysfunction, enlarged prostate, penile injury, infertility, and Klinefelter syndrome.
In May 2024, he was found guilty in Manhattan federal court on all 13 counts he was charged with regarding his sexual abuse of eight patients, including six minor boys, under the guise of medical treatment.
We can connect you to an experienced doctor sexual abuse attorney today.
Rights and Options for Former Patients of Dr. Paduch
If you were a patient of Dr. Paduch and believe you may have experienced any form of doctor sexual abuse, you have legal rights and options. It is believed that he may have dozens of victims in the New York area, many of whom have yet to come forward.
Over 130 of his former patients have already filed lawsuits against Paduch and his employers for the harm that happened to them.
Doctor sexual abuse can be an incredibly traumatizing experience — especially given that many patients, especially if they were a minor at the time, may not be able to recognize the signs of abuse given the inherent trust between patients and doctors and the lack of knowledge around what is and is not a proper medical procedure.
If you were a patient of Dr. Paduch, you have two main reporting options:
- Report to Law Enforcement: Although Paduch was recently convicted of 13 charges related to sexually abusing eight of his patients, he can still face additional criminal charges.
- File a Lawsuit Against Dr. Paduch: You can join the 130+ patients who have already filed claims against Paduch and his employers for the harm that happened to you.
An experienced doctor sexual abuse lawyer can help you understand these processes and help you understand the best path forward for you. Filing a lawsuit against Paduch can help you seek financial compensation for the harm that happened to you so you can seek mental health support, cover any lost work, and other support you may need on your path towards healing.
Helping Survivors works with leading law firms across the country, including lawyers experienced in medical abuse cases. We can put you in touch with someone today so you can understand your legal rights and options as a former patient of Dr. Paduch.
Speak to a Lawyer: Dr. Paduch Lawsuit Claim
If Dr. Darius Paduch or any other doctor has harmed you by medical sexual assault, misconduct, or harassment, you do not need to suffer in silence. You may have the right to seek justice and compensation for the harm you’ve suffered through a civil lawsuit against the perpetrator and those parties whose negligence enabled the abuse.
With the help of a lawyer experienced in medical sexual abuse claims, you can explore your legal options and make an informed decision about how to proceed. If you decide to file a lawsuit, there will be no upfront costs and your lawyer will handle all the legal details so you can focus on healing. A skilled and experienced attorney has the resources to level the playing field between you and the powerful medical institutions that have made you feel powerless for so long.
An attorney experienced in doctor sexual abuse cases can help with:
- Gathering and documenting evidence of the abuse
- Reporting the incident to law enforcement, should you wish to do so
- Filing a lawsuit against Paduch and his employers
- Handling all communications related to the case, including with Paduch’s attorneys and the courts
- Negotiating with representatives for a possible settlement
- Filing the suit as a “John Doe” to help protect your information as applicable
- Representing you in all court appearances related to the claims
At Helping Survivors, we’re on a mission to help heal, educate, and empower those impacted by sexual assault and abuse. To discuss your rights and learn more about the resources available, contact us today.
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