An Army gynecologist stationed in Texas, Major Blaine McGraw, is facing serious allegations as a lawsuit filed on Monday accuses him of secretly recording intimate examinations of patients. The complaint, which spans 13 pages, portrays McGraw, an OB-GYN at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center at Fort Hood, as having abused his trusted position to exploit and manipulate women under his care.
The lawsuit was filed anonymously under the pseudonym Jane Doe to protect the identity of the accuser, who sought medical assistance for pelvic pain and uterine health concerns. According to the legal filing, McGraw allegedly conducted unnecessary and invasive breast and vaginal examinations during multiple appointments while sending nurses away. These actions reportedly left the plaintiff feeling violated, as the procedures had no relevance to her medical needs.
The plaintiff’s spouse, an active-duty service member with over two decades of service, is represented by attorney Andrew Cobos, who disclosed that he is also representing 45 other women who have similarly accused McGraw of misconduct. In total, the allegations paint a troubling picture of a healthcare provider who abused his role.
McGraw’s legal representative, Daniel Conway, stated that his client has been “fully cooperative” in the ongoing investigation into the allegations. Following the initial reports, Fort Hood officials announced that McGraw was suspended on October 17, coinciding with the first complaint lodged against him. They also noted that additional administrative actions have been taken to protect patient safety, although these measures are not publicly disclosed.
The Office of the Army Criminal Investigation Division is conducting a thorough investigation which began almost immediately after the allegations surfaced. They have notified McGraw’s patients of the situation, emphasizing that multiple inquiries are underway to scrutinize various clinical processes and policies at the medical center to prevent any future misconduct.
The lawsuit outlines a specific incident from October 14, 2025, wherein McGraw reportedly feigned a phone call to covertly record a pelvic examination while encouraging Jane Doe to undress, despite her objections regarding any breast-related concerns. Investigators later revealed to the plaintiff that McGraw had filmed her and potentially other patients without their consent during medical examinations, storing these recordings across several devices.
The lawsuit expresses grave concerns regarding the Army’s response to the allegations, claiming organizational indifference and failure to act on prior warnings regarding McGraw’s behavior. It alleges that the Army leadership dismissed credible claims while allowing McGraw to continue his practice, thus enabling a troubling breach of trust that further victimized women seeking care.
In moving forward, advocacy for the affected patients is crucial. The lawsuit highlights the necessity for the Army to provide trauma care and counseling for the victims, denouncing the lack of proactive outreach following the emergence of these allegations. Immediate support and acknowledgment of the plight of the affected women remain vital as the investigations continue, ensuring accountability and a commitment to the safety of service members’ families in military healthcare.