George Tyndall, former USC gynecologist accused of sexually assaulting hundreds of women, was found dead at his home. He was 76 years old.
Who was George Tyndall?
Dr. George Tyndall was a former gynecologist and physician who faced significant legal and professional consequences due to allegations of sexual misconduct and abuse during his time at the University of Southern California (USC).
Tyndall worked at USC’s student health center for nearly 30 years, from 1989 to 2016. During his tenure, numerous complaints and reports were made against him by students, staff, and colleagues regarding his inappropriate behavior during medical examinations, including unnecessary and invasive pelvic exams, making lewd comments, and taking inappropriate photographs. Despite these complaints, USC failed to take appropriate action against Tyndall for many years.
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In 2018, the Los Angeles Times published an investigative report that brought to light the extensive allegations of sexual misconduct against Tyndall. The report detailed how USC had not properly addressed these complaints, allowing Tyndall to continue practicing for years. This revelation led to a public outcry and legal action against Tyndall and USC.
Following the media exposure and public scrutiny, Tyndall was arrested in June 2019 and charged with sexual misconduct involving 16 patients. In February 2020, he pleaded not guilty to these charges. The criminal case against him was ongoing, and he faced the possibility of imprisonment if convicted.
Additionally, numerous civil lawsuits were filed against Tyndall and USC by former patients who alleged sexual abuse and misconduct. USC eventually agreed to a settlement in a class-action lawsuit brought by former patients, which included a payout of $215 million to the victims and various reforms in how the university handles sexual misconduct complaints.
The case of George Tyndall and the handling of his misconduct allegations by USC highlighted the importance of addressing sexual misconduct and abuse in educational and medical institutions and the need for proper oversight and accountability. It also contributed to discussions about improving reporting mechanisms and support systems for survivors of such misconduct.
