Trial scheduled after widespread allegations from local patients
A criminal jury trial has been scheduled next year for a former Provo obstetrician-gynecologist who is accused by hundreds of women of sexual misconduct during medical appointments. The first case is expected to run several weeks between September and November, according to court scheduling discussed in recent proceedings.
The physician, now 79 years old, practiced in Provo for more than four decades. Over the past few years, a growing number of former patients have come forward alleging a pattern of inappropriate conduct during clinical encounters. The charges brought in multiple criminal cases stem from individual patient accusations filed between June 2024 and June 2025.
Prosecutors to try one case before considering others
Attorneys on both sides agreed to present a single criminal case to the jury first, with the understanding that the outcome could influence whether additional pending criminal matters go to trial or are resolved in other ways. Prosecutors asked for a 24-day trial period for the initial case.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Defendant age | 79 |
| Allegation period for criminal filings | June 2024 to June 2025 |
| Trial window proposed | September–November (next year) |
Grave allegations detailed in charging documents
The initial case being set for trial includes multiple serious charges. Charging documents describe incidents in which a patient was undressed from the waist down in a treatment room and alleges the physician touched her inappropriately, lifted her shirt and bra and grabbed her leg in a manner she perceived as sexual. The complaint also alleges a later Pap smear that the patient says lasted more than 100 seconds — described by prosecutors as substantially longer than necessary for the procedure.
In that case, the doctor faces an object rape charge, a first-degree felony, and a forcible sexual abuse charge, a second-degree felony.
"Many of the women have had depositions in the civil cases, leading to recordings she is hoping to get as she prepares for the trial,"
That quote reflects remarks by the defendant's criminal defense attorney, who has said she expects to review deposition recordings from civil litigation tied to these allegations as part of trial preparation.
Overlap of civil and criminal actions
The criminal prosecutions come amid a wave of civil litigation. Hundreds of women have filed lawsuits related both to the physician and to institutions where he practiced. The doctor surrendered his medical license in June 2022, months after the first civil suit was filed.
- Multiple criminal cases were brought between June 2024 and June 2025, each tied to a specific patient allegation.
- Civil actions involving the physician and several associated organizations are ongoing and have produced depositions now part of the legal landscape.
- The initial criminal trial will be used to evaluate whether other criminal matters proceed to jury trial.
The breadth of accusations and the mix of civil and criminal proceedings make this case complex and consequential for the community. For Provo residents, the trial raises questions about patient safety, regulatory oversight and institutional accountability for medical professionals who have long-standing practices in the city.
Court filings and statements from attorneys indicate readiness to present evidence and witness testimony, but the precise list of witnesses and exhibits has not been finalized publicly. The prosecution is seeking a lengthy trial window to allow time for witness testimony, cross-examination and the presentation of detailed records.
As scheduling moves forward, local health providers and patients are likely to watch closely. The outcome of the first criminal case could shape legal strategy for dozens more allegations and affect civil settlements or future prosecutions tied to the same conduct.
Provo-area residents with concerns about care can consult existing state medical board records and resources provided by local advocates and legal aid organizations. The court docket will determine final trial dates and provide a clearer timeline as next year approaches.
