Former Brigham and Women's doc charged with sexually assaulting more patients

Derrick Todd, a former rheumatologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital, has been indicted on new charges of raping and indecently assaulting 11 more patients between 2022 and 2023 while practicing at Charles River Medical Associates. These allegations, according to Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan, represent a severe abuse of trust. Todd is already facing charges related to assaults on two other women and is the subject of a class action lawsuit involving over 200 patients alleging unnecessary and inappropriate examinations.

Prosecutors detail allegations of unnecessary prolonged examinations, including pelvic and breast exams, and inappropriate sexual comments. Todd’s attorney, Ingrid S. Martin, maintains his innocence and suggests the new indictments coincide with the civil lawsuit seeking monetary damages. The alleged abuse dates back to 2010, coming to light in 2023 after Brigham and Women’s received anonymous complaints.

Todd has surrendered his medical license and was released on bail with conditions including surrendering his passport and avoiding contact with victims. Attorney William Thompson, representing the plaintiffs in the civil suit, emphasized the power imbalance Todd exploited for his “personal sexual gratification.” Resources for victims of sexual assault are available through the National Sexual Violence Resources Center and the National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline.

(Source：NBC10 Boston)