Girard Sharp is investigating reports that patients may have been subject to physical, verbal, and sexual abuse at Universal Health Services (UHS) hospitals.
Have you or a loved one suffered physical, verbal, or sexual abuse at a UHS hospital? You may have a claim for relief.
Speak to a Girard Sharp attorney about your rights and your eligibility for relief. Please fill out our form or call (866) 981-4800 for a free consultation.
Lawsuits Filed Against UHS for Patient Abuse
UHS operates more than 400 healthcare facilities across 39 states, which served 3.7 million patients in 2024. UHS operates acute care hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, behavioral health facilities, and freestanding emergency departments. Examples of UHS hospitals include the Northwest Texas Healthcare System and St. Mary’s Regional Medical. UHS also operates numerous behavioral health centers, including the River Vista Behavioral Health Hospital and Via Linda Behavioral Hospital. See a full list of UHS-operated healthcare facilities here.
According to a recent investigation, staff at UHS-operated-psychiatric hospital BHC Alhambra may be underreporting instances of sexual and physical patient abuse. Furthermore, lawsuits have been filed against UHS and its hospitals for physical and verbal abuse.
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