300 women suing Chicago-area gynecologist who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing patients

Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CHICAGO (WLS) -- Three-hundred women are now suing a suburban gynecologist who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing patients during exams.

Fabio Ortega worked at NorthShore University HealthSystem.
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He pleaded guilty to criminal sexual abuse in 2021.
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The lawsuit also claims NorthShore, now Endeavor Health, knew of Ortega's conduct and failed to investigate patient complaints.

Endeavor said in a statement that it can't comment on any specific case, but said the company has no tolerance for abuse of any kind.
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