Total payments settling allegations against former UCLA gynecologist reaches nearly $700 million

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UCLA says it will pay another $374.4 million to settle lawsuits from 312 plaintiffs, just the latest in a series of settlements from scores of women accusing former gynecologist James Heaps of sexual misconduct.

"I am still tormented by the events that transpired," said Gabby, one of Heaps' former patients.

The conduct alleged to have been committed by Heaps is reprehensible and contrary to our values. We are grateful to all those who came forward, and hope this settlement is one step toward providing some level of healing for the plaintiffs involved. The University of California has also issued additional directives and guidance in furtherance of these objectives, and UCLA Health and the Ashe Center have taken actions to incorporate those directives, including:

 

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