Ex-Brigham and Women's doc in court for sexually assaulting patients
Former doctor Derrick Todd appeared in court facing new charges of sexually assaulting 11 additional patients while practicing at Charles River Medical Associates.Summary
Derrick Todd, a former rheumatologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Charles River Medical Associates, was arraigned on Wednesday on new charges of raping and indecently assaulting 11 more patients between 2022 and 2023. This follows previous charges and a class action lawsuit alleging sexual assault against over 200 patients. Prosecutors sought $100,000 bail, citing the severity of the allegations – including unnecessary and prolonged examinations and inappropriate comments – but the judge set bail at $15,000 in addition to existing bail. Todd’s attorney argued against increased bail, stating he is not a flight risk and is unable to work. The case stems from complaints received in 2023, detailing exams that went “beyond what was normal,” with patients reporting pain and lack of consent. Todd voluntarily agreed to stop practicing medicine in September. 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)