A male gynecologist has found himself in hot water after dyeing a patient’s vagina purple during a routine examination, claiming it was a lighthearted prank. Dr. Alan Smith, the physician involved, has been charged with misdemeanor harassment but will not lose his medical license.
According to reports, the incident took place in 2017 when a patient approached Smith regarding a concerning vaginal lesion, fearing it was a sign of recurring breast cancer.
The Incident
During the examination, Smith acted strangely and suggested the woman show the dyed area to her husband later. The woman, already anxious about her health, was shocked to discover purple dye on her toilet paper that day. She recognized it as “gentian violet,” a dye historically used for treating certain medical conditions like yeast infections. Confused about the dye’s purpose, she confronted Smith the following day, who dismissed it as a joke intended for her husband, a man he barely knew.
Escalation and Legal Proceedings
The situation escalated when Smith shared the prank with other colleagues, thereby violating the patient’s privacy. She expressed her distress in court, stating, “I was treated like a joke, reduced to an object in a prank aimed at my husband.” Initially, the police investigated the case as sexual assault; however, due to insufficient evidence of sexual intent, Smith was only charged with harassment.
Consequences and Concerns
The outcome is troubling, as Smith can maintain his medical license provided he completes a course on professional ethics. The victim described her experience as “horrific and humiliating,” akin to being hazed by a frat boy. This raises significant concerns about the professionalism and ethics within the medical community.
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Conclusion
In summary, a male gynecologist dyed a patient’s vagina purple during an exam, claiming it was a joke, which led to harassment charges but no loss of his medical license. The victim expressed deep humiliation over the incident, highlighting significant concerns regarding professional conduct in the medical field.