Dr. Blaine McGraw Sex Abuse Lawsuit
Dozens of people have come forward to accuse obstetrician and gynecologist Major Blaine McGraw of sexual assault at the Fort Hood Army Base in central Texas and the Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii.
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- Dr. Blaine McGraw was an OB-GYN practicing at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center in Fort Hood, a central Texas military base.
- McGraw has been accused by dozens of women of sexual assault and exploitation, and the Army has found evidence that he filmed at least 30 women during physical exams without their permission.
- If you or a loved one experienced sexual assault, harassment, or misconduct by Dr. Blaine McGraw at Fort Hood or the Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, you have legal rights and options for holding the responsible parties accountable.
Army Major Blaine McGraw, a former OB-GYN at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center at Fort Hood in Texas, was suspended from his position in October following allegations of sexual assault, harassment, and exploitation by a patient. In the months since, one lawsuit has been filed against Dr. McGraw, and dozens of other alleged victims have come forward.
According to the lawsuit, McGraw allegedly filmed women during pelvic and breast exams by placing his cell phone in his breast pocket and recording video as they undressed. Some victims complained to hospital administration, but he was allowed to continue treating patients. Accusations against him date back more than two years to McGraw’s previous assignment in Hawaii, and women from both installations have come forward and described similar experiences.
The misconduct allegations came less than a year after the conviction of Major Michael Stockin, an Army doctor who sexually abused 41 patients at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. Stockin was sentenced to nearly 14 years in prison.
Sexual Assault Allegations Against Dr. Blaine McGraw
Army Major Blaine McGraw, a former OB-GYN at Fort Hood, has been accused of using his position of trust to sexually assault, manipulate, and record women in his care. A lawsuit filed in November alleged that McGraw sent nurses away and groped a woman, performing invasive breast and vaginal examinations in ways that were unnecessary, humiliating, violating, and had nothing to do with the medical issues for which she sought care. The woman’s spouse is an active-duty service member who has been enlisted for over 20 years.
The lawsuit alleges that the army was aware of McGraw’s conduct at Fort Hood and his former assignment at Tripler Army Medical Center in Hawaii, but dismissed the allegations and allowed him to continue practicing. One attorney is representing at least 56 other alleged victims of McGraw, who was suspended in October and taken into military custody.
In December 2025, seven Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) complaints were filed against the U.S. Army, the Department of Defense, and Defense Health Agency on behalf of alleged victims of McGraw. These lawsuits assert that the Army was negligent for “hiring, supervising, and [retaining] McGraw. They also allege that the Army lacked adequate protocols to keep patients safe from sexual abuse.”
The Army’s Ongoing Investigation into McGraw
The Department of the Army’s Criminal Investigation Division, or CID, initiated an investigation into Dr. Blaine McGraw within hours of receiving the first allegation in October, and as of December 3, 2025, the investigation remains ongoing. Additional investigations are underway to examine systems, clinical processes, policies, and other aspects to ensure that standards were followed. So far, McGraw has not been charged with a crime.
In November, the commander of the medical center where Dr. McGraw worked sent a letter to more than 1,400 patients informing them of the investigation into McGraw. According to news sources, at least 85 patients reached out to the Army CID about the investigation, and Army investigators have identified at least 30 women who were photographed or videotaped by the doctor.
Legal Rights and Options for Patients of Dr. McGraw
As a military physician, McGraw’s actions fall under the Uniform Code of Military Justice and could be prosecuted as sexual assault or conduct prejudicial to good order and discipline. If evidence shows that Army officials failed to supervise McGraw and dismissed prior complaints, they could be liable for institutional negligence.
Survivors of abuse, harassment, or assault by Dr. Blaine McGraw have rights and legal options for holding the responsible parties accountable. These include reporting the misconduct to the Army and filing an administrative complaint–if the complaint is denied or takes too long, you may also be able to file a civil lawsuit.
Report Misconduct To the Army Criminal Investigation Division
If you have experienced sexual assault or harassment involving the military and need immediate assistance, call 911 or your local Military Police station to report the assault. You can also call +1-877-995-5247 or file an anonymous report to the Army CID online. Additionally, the Army has created a hotline for cases involving Dr. Blaine McGraw, which can be reached at 1-844-ARMY-CID or army.CID.crime.tips@mail.mil.
For survivors or anyone with information on Dr. McGraw’s practices, contact the Army CID Central Texas Field Office at (254) 258-2560 or complete the Criminal Investigation Screening Questionnaire.
File A Civil Lawsuit or Administrative Claim Against Blaine McGraw
Under the Federal Tort Claims Act, individual victims must first file an administrative claim with the Department of the Army before filing a civil lawsuit against Blaine McGraw or any government agencies. At least one former patient of Dr. McGraw has already filed a claim with the Army.
Active-duty service members are generally prohibited from filing traditional lawsuits against government agencies. However, they can pursue administrative claims. Veterans and dependents can file federal lawsuits if their administrative claim is denied or no decision is reached within six months. During this process, gather as much evidence as possible and document all details you can recall about any inappropriate interactions with Dr. McGraw.
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