Robert Hadden

Robert Hadden is a former OB-GYN who practiced at Columbia University for nearly 25 years. He is newsworthy due to revelations of widespread sexual abuse of over 1,000 patients during his tenure. Recently, Columbia University released a report detailing a culture of silence that enabled Hadden's abuse to continue despite decades of warnings. Simultaneously, the New York State Attorney General's office has launched an investigation into Columbia University's institutional response, specifically examining how Hadden was allowed to continue seeing patients despite repeated warnings about his misconduct. This case is significant because it highlights institutional failures to protect patients and address allegations of sexual abuse, prompting scrutiny of Columbia University's policies and accountability measures.