Valley Doctor Arrested for Abuse
According to an article by abc15.com, a valley doctor has been arrested for allegedly assaulting and sexually abusing a female patient. Dr. Galen Johnson works as an OB/GYN in an Avondale facility. On Monday, Johnson was taken into custody after an investigation by the Departments Family Investigation Bureau.
The victim was a 28 year-old female who alleged that she was physically assaulted and sexually abused by Dr. Galen Johnson during a visit at the Estrella Women’s Health Center on May 18th. Johnson was immediately taken to MSCO jail for one count of assault and one count of sexual abuse. Police are currently looking for anyone with more information about the crime or the people involved in this case.
A trust between a patient and doctor should never be compromised. Sexual abuse can occur in various places. Doctor’s offices, nursing homes, and even hospitals can pose a potential threat. Predators often seek out those victims who are in vulnerable positions. If you or a loved one has been wrongfully abused by a doctor or health care provider, then contacting an Arizona personal injury attorney can help you receive the justice you deserve. If your physician or other health official is acting oddly, inappropriate, or if you feel uncomfortable during an examination then leave the situation immediately and find someone to talk to. Doctors who abuse their patients trust need to be brought to justice so that they do not hurt anyone else.
