Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Sexual Abuse Allegations

Dr. Sanjeev Kumar sexual abuse allegations raised concerns about the safety of patients under medical care. Several individuals, including women, have reported that he violated their trust as a physician.

At Injury Lawyer Team, our doctor sexual abuse lawyers stand with victims and fight tirelessly to ensure their voices are heard, their rights protected, and justice pursued through every legal avenue available.

Allegations of Sexually Abusing Patients Using Medical Devices

According to a federal indictment issued in September in the Western District of Tennessee, Dr. Kumar has been charged with sexually abusing patients while acting in his role as a licensed doctor. The charges are tied to his practice in Memphis, where he treated individuals at a local women’s health clinic.

Prosecutors allege that Kumar engaged in unlawful conduct during medical procedures, at times involving single-use medical devices, violating the trust of those who relied on his care.

The indictment further claims he adulterated and reused these devices on multiple patients without informing them, billing Medicare and Medicaid as if they were new. Their use raised further questions about safeguards and oversight in Memphis-area clinics.

Beyond the sexual abuse charges, Kumar is also accused of performing procedures that may not have been medically necessary, compounding the fraud. The FBI, working with the Department of Health and Human Services, investigated the case and continues to seek information from potential survivors.

Reports describe Kumar as violating the professional trust inherent in the doctor-patient relationship. Survivors, including women, continue to suffer lasting trauma such as emotional distress, anxiety, and difficulty trusting medical professionals.

Legal Options for Survivors

Survivors of misconduct by a doctor like Kumar can pursue both criminal and civil actions. The federal indictment addresses punishment, while civil lawsuits allow survivors of OB/GYN sexual abuse to recover compensation.

In Tennessee, this may include civil assault and battery claims for non-consensual sexual contact. Misconduct during procedures presented as medically necessary, including the unsafe handling of medical devices, could also fall under the Tennessee Medical Malpractice Act (Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-26-118). 

With the help of hospital sexual abuse lawyers, facilities that employed Kumar while he was acting in his role may be held liable for negligent supervision or failure to inform patients of risks properly.

Federal protections may also apply:

• Crime Victims’ Rights Act (18 U.S.C. § 3771): guarantees survivors important rights in federal criminal proceedings, including notice of hearings and the opportunity to be heard.
• 42 U.S.C. § 1983: allows claims when a physician employed by a public institution violates constitutional rights under color of law.

Through these avenues, victims may be entitled to seek:

• Compensatory damages for medical care, therapy, replacement of improperly used medical devices, and expenses not fully covered by insurance programs.
• Pain and suffering damages for trauma and diminished quality of life.
• Punitive damages to punish Dr. Kumar and deter misconduct.

How Injury Lawyer Team Can Help

At Injury Lawyer Team, we know the courage it takes for patients to come forward after abuse. Survivors, especially women seeking medical care, deserve justice, accountability, and resources to rebuild their lives. Our sexual abuse law firm provides confidential case review, clear guidance, and strong representation.

If you or someone you love has been affected by Dr. Sanjeev Kumar, we encourage you to reach out today to learn how we can help you move forward and hold negligent parties accountable.