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The Kansas Abuse Guardian is Monsees & Mayer, PC; Reed Martens, Esq.
Hi - I’m Reed. I am a lawyer licensed to practice law in Kansas. Our attorneys fight every day for the rights of sexual abuse victims in Kansas City, Wichita and other cities across the state. My team and I are ready to help.
On December 23, 2019, Dr. Randy Hassler turned himself in to face serious allegations of rape and sexual assault against a patient in Salina, Kansas. This shocking case has raised significant concerns about patient safety and the abuse of trust in medical settings.
Dr. Hassler is accused of sexually assaulting a female patient at Salina Regional Health Center in February 2019. The victim reported the incident to the police in July, prompting a months-long investigation that culminated in an arrest warrant.
The charges against Dr. Hassler are severe and include:
These allegations represent a grave breach of medical ethics and patient trust.
Following the victim's report in July, both the Salina Police Department and Salina Regional Health Center conducted investigations into the allegations. The police investigation led to an arrest warrant, which resulted in Dr. Hassler turning himself in on December 23, 2019.
Dr. Hassler was briefly held at the Saline County Jail before being released the same afternoon he turned himself in. As the case progresses, it will likely involve both criminal proceedings and potential civil litigation.
This case has sent shockwaves through the Salina medical community and beyond. It highlights the critical importance of patient safety measures and the need for rigorous screening and oversight of medical professionals.
Victims of sexual assault by medical professionals have rights in both criminal and civil courts. While the criminal justice system focuses on punishing the offender, civil lawsuits can provide victims with financial compensation and hold negligent institutions accountable.
Reed Martens, Esq., a senior attorney at Abuse Guardians, offers the following insight:
"The allegations against Dr. Hassler are deeply troubling and represent a severe breach of the trust patients place in their physicians. As attorneys specializing in abuse cases, we at Abuse Guardians understand the profound impact such incidents can have on victims. It's crucial for those affected to know that they have legal options beyond the criminal justice system. Civil lawsuits can provide a path to compensation for damages and help hold both individual perpetrators and negligent institutions accountable. We encourage any victims of medical sexual assault to seek legal counsel to understand their rights and options for pursuing justice."
The case against Dr. Randy Hassler serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of patients and the importance of robust safeguards in medical settings. As the legal process unfolds, it's crucial that victims are supported and that the medical community takes steps to prevent such incidents in the future. Organizations like Abuse Guardians stand ready to advocate for victims and help them navigate the complex legal landscape in the aftermath of such traumatic events.
Source:
https://www.kwch.com/content/news/Salina-doctor-accused-of-raping-patient-566462281.html
