Feb 12 β€’ 10:17 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

Doctor is suspected of sexually abusing young woman during examination in BH

A doctor in Belo Horizonte is under investigation for allegedly sexually abusing an 18-year-old woman during a medical examination.

A 31-year-old doctor is accused of sexually abusing an 18-year-old woman at a clinic in the Santa EfigΓͺnia neighborhood of Belo Horizonte. The alleged incident occurred while the victim was undergoing a transvaginal ultrasound that was not outlined in her medical request. After the victim initially received an abdominal examination due to stomach pain, the doctor proceeded with the ultrasound inappropriately, which raised serious concerns about professional conduct.

According to the victim's report, the incident escalated as the doctor reportedly committed the abuse after the ultrasound despite her immediate attempts to rise from the examining table. Alarmingly, after the examination, the doctor allegedly attempted to further engage in inappropriate behavior by inviting the victim to leave the door open when she exited the consultation room. The young woman, feeling threatened and violated, sought assistance and promptly contacted the Military Police for support.

This case highlights concerns about patient safety and the potential for abuse in medical environments, prompting discussions about regulations and safeguards for vulnerable patients during examinations. The investigation not only focuses on the specific actions of the doctor involved but also raises broader questions regarding the accountability of medical professionals and how to protect individuals from abuse in healthcare settings.

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