Jane Doe 105 accuses Dr. Mark Mulholland of removing her fallopian tubes without her knowledge; Providence and Kadlec ignored her complaints
SEATTLE - Jane Doe 105 is the latest to file a new lawsuit amid mounting allegations against Dr. Mark Mulholland, a Tri-Cities OB-GYN who practiced for over 20 years at Providence St. Joseph Health and Kadlec Regional Medical Center. Ms. Doe is represented Tamara Holder Law in Chicago.
Jane Doe 105 met Mulholland after being admitted to Kadlec Hospital in 2016 due to severe concerns around her pregnancy, including hypertension and pre-eclampsia, which compromised both her and her unborn child’s health and safety.
Ms. Doe recalls a nurse suggesting tubal ligation as her medical team prepared to deliver her baby via caesarean section. She was reassured that a tubal ligation, more commonly known as “getting your tubes tied” was an entirely reversible procedure, as Ms. Doe had expressly stated she was interested in growing her family further following this pregnancy.
During the procedure, Ms. Doe recalls hearing a nurse over the privacy curtain ask Mulholland why he was performing the tubal ligation in that manner – Mulholland responded, “Insurance pays more this way.”
Following the procedure, Ms. Doe experienced severe complications, including irregular periods, hot flashes, and extreme fatigue, all symptoms consistent with menopause and not expected after a standard caesarean section or tubal ligation.
Nearly ten years later in 2024, Ms. Doe was ready to continue growing her family. After meeting with a fertility specialist, Ms. Doe and her husband’s worlds were turned upside down. The specialist informed them that she would not be able to reverse her tubal ligation, as Mulholland had entirely removed her fallopian tubes. Ms. Doe was left sterilized against her will by Mulholland.
Ms. Doe complained to the hospital, but her complaints were ignored.
Holder added, “This case reveals how a healthcare institution gave a male doctor unfettered power over and access over hundreds of female patients’ bodies over dozens of years. Due to Mulholland’s alleged abuse, our client now lives with the irreversible consequences. We will not rest until we have held every person and institution accountable for turning a blind eye to Mulholland’s conduct.”
Jane Doe 105’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of violating the Washington Law Against Discrimination, corporate negligence by the hospitals, battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress.
If you or someone you know has information about Mark Mulholland or the institutions where he worked, please reach out as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the amount of time to come forward is limited.
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Another Case Alleges Providence and Kadlec Ignored Patient Complaints of Abuse
SEATTLE – Following two similar sexual abuse lawsuits, Jane Doe 102, represented by Tamara Holder of Tamara Holder Law in Chicago, has filed a lawsuit in King County Superior Court. The complaint contributes to the growing number of female patients coming forward with allegations of physical abuse or sexual abuse by Mark E. Mulholland, a Tri-Cities OBGYN who worked for Providence St. Joseph Health and Kadlec Regional Medical Center, in Richland, Washington, from 1999 through June 2025.
Jane Doe 102 alleges that during an appointment in 2022, Mulholland explicitly asked her about her sex life and noted in her chart that she was a lesbian “and has never been in relationships with men.” During the appointment, a pre-operative meeting before Jane Doe 102’s hysterectomy, Mulholland performed a pelvic “exam” without informed consent and without explaining its purpose. Shoving his fingers inside her, he said, “You’re really tight in there.”
According to Jane Doe’s lawsuit, she worried that if she immediately complained, she risked affecting her upcoming medical care which included a hysterectomy. After surgery, however, she reached out to multiple people within the hospital’s hierarchy, including its CEO, and yet she received no response.
“Providence and Kadlec claim to be ‘the leading health care organization in the region’ while enjoying not-for-profit tax-exempt status. And despite allegedly being “committed to its mission of providing safe, compassionate care,” we have heard from hundreds of women who say this institution has chosen profits over female patient safety. ” Holder added
Jane Doe 102’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of gender-abusive conduct, failure to protect patients, and institutional negligence.
If you or someone you know has information about Mark Mulholland, OBGYN, or the institutions where he worked, please reach out to tamaraholderlaw.com/ or SGB as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the amount of time to come forward is not unlimited.
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Growing Number of Female Patients Allege Providence and Kadlec Ignored Complaints of Doctor Sexual Abuse
SEATTLE – A new lawsuit filed in King County Superior Court by Jane Doe 101, represented by attorney Tamara Holder of Tamara Holder Law and Washington co-counsel adds to the mounting allegations of sexual abuse and gender-based discrimination against Tri-Cities OB-GYN Mark Mulholland.
Jane Doe 101 alleges that in 2022, after surgery to remove an ovarian cyst, Mulholland subjected her to a painful and unnecessary pelvic “exam” at Kadlec Clinic, in Richland, where he shoved his entire hand inside her vagina without informed consent or an explanation. When she cried out in pain, Mulholland laughed, withdrew his hand, then said, “I will only use two fingers,” before continuing the invasive “exam.”
The complaint further alleges that Mulholland ignored Jane Doe’s medical needs, made dismissive comments about her medical concerns, and exploited his position of trust as her first gynecologist. Jane Doe 101 revealed that she did not recognize the conduct as sexual abuse until recently, when she learned that Mulholland was under investigation for assaulting other patients.
Jane Doe 101’s lawsuit signals a pattern of misconduct stretching back more than two decades. Since as early as 2003, Providence and Kadlec began receiving complaints about Mulholland engaging in suspicious behavior including unnecessary, and gloveless pelvic “exams;” as well as fat-shaming and abusive language yet the institutions allowed him to continue seeing patients until June of this year.
“As a Kamiakin graduate myself, these cases hit close to home,” added Holder. “Our clients were failed twice: first by their doctor, then by the very institutions that promised safe, respectful care. We are devoted to obtaining justice for our clients, and to exposing how Providence and Kadlec profited off Mulholland’s alleged abuse rather than protecting the community.”
Jane Doe 101’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of sex-based discrimination, failure to protect patients, and institutional negligence.
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SEATTLE – Jane Doe 104 has filed a lawsuit in King County Superior Court against Tri-Cities OB-GYN Mark E. Mulholland, Providence St. Joseph Health and Kadlec Regional Medical Center, alleging sexual abuse.
The case, brought by Chicago attorney Tamara Holder of Tamara Holder Law and Washington co-counsel, adds to the surge of legal action from women who say Mulholland abused them under the guise of legitimate medical care.
Jane Doe 104 met Mulholland in 2023 after making an appointment due to concerns regarding pelvic pain and her contraceptive care. According to the lawsuit, Mulholland began the “exam” by lifting the privacy sheet, making eye contact with Ms. Doe and smiling. He then reached under her with both hands and squeezed her buttocks before aggressively shoving his fingers in her vagina. Mulholland performed such an aggressive “exam” that she cried out in pain, even causing the nurse in the room to notice.
At the end of that same visit, as Mulholland was preparing Jane Doe 104 for an upcoming surgery, he told her through her Spanish-language interpreter: “Everything is ready for your surgery.” He then turned to the interpreter and added in English, “I’m excited to meet with your vagina again,” and instructed the interpreter to not translate his words to Jane Doe 104. Although she relied on interpreter services, Doe 104 understood enough English to know exactly what he said.
Holder added, “This case highlights that institutions still protect their doctors over their female patients. These initial complaints only scratch the surface of what we already know; rest assured, we are seeking liability from the bottom all the way to the top of Providence.”
Jane Doe 104’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of sex-based discrimination, failure to protect patients and institutional negligence.
If you or someone you know has information about Mark Mulholland or the institutions where he worked, please reach out as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the amount of time to come forward is limited.
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Sep 5, 2025
Case claims Providence and Kadlec concealed decades of patient complaints
SEATTLE – Lawsuits continue to mount against Tri-Cities OBGYN, Mark E. Mulholland. Another, filed by Jane Doe 103, adds to the more than 100 other women who have come forward with abuse allegations. Represented by Tamara Holder of Tamara Holder Law and Washington co-counsel, Jane Doe 103’s lawsuit in King County Superior Court alleges physical and sexual abuse by Dr. Mulholland, who worked for Providence St. Joseph Health and Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, Washington, from 1999 through June 2025.
Jane Doe 103 alleges that during her first appointment with Mulholland in 2022, he abused her by inserting his fingers into her vagina and rectum to perform an “exam.” He told her that she would need further treatment and directed her to return for another appointment. At the subsequent appointment, Mulholland performed the same “exam,” and complimented her figure and weight.
According to Jane Doe’s lawsuit, she continued to see Mulholland for an operation, and later, about a possible yeast infection. During her 2024 appointment regarding a yeast infection, Mulholland performed an “exam,” swabbing the inside of her vagina. He proceeded to sniff the swab and say, “It smells great,” and “You have a nice-looking vagina.”
Had she been notified by Kadlec Providence of the numerous complaints from female patients about Mulholland’s conduct, Jane Doe 103 would not have agreed to see him to begin with.
Dr. Mulholland treated his female patients in the most unthinkable ways. Additionally, despite Kadlec claiming to have ‘safe, compassionate care,’ it did not respond to the dozens of complaints about Mulholland that piled up over decades. We will not rest until we hold everyone accountable for this atrocious conduct on all levels,” Holder added.
Jane Doe 103’s lawsuit accuses the defendants of sex discrimination and abuse, failure to protect patients and institutional negligence.
If you or someone you know has information about Mark Mulholland or the institutions where he worked, please reach out as soon as possible. Unfortunately, the amount of time to come forward is limited.
To learn more about the firms’ work representing survivors of abuse and discrimination, visit: tamaraholderlaw.com/
Jane Doe is represented by Tamara Holder of Tamara Holder Law and The Quinlan Firm
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BARNETT'S STATEMENT: “The claims made in (the) complaint against me have no basis in reality and are untrue. We will vigorously defend this lawsuit through the appropriate legal process. I am looking forward to being entirely vindicated and exonerated.”
CAA'S STATEMENT: “While the complaint attempts to connect these allegations to CAA’s business, Ms. Doe has never been an employee, consultant, or contractor of CAA, ICM, or Stellar, nor has she ever had any business connection to CAA, ICM, or Stellar. Mr. Barnett exited Stellar in February 2024.”
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Yet another fraternity has been found in violation of egregious conduct, including hazing, and other forms of violence.
This time, fraternity Sigma Nu has been exposed and punished. The University of Utah terminated its recognition of the Sigma Nu fraternity, claiming it violated university policies.
Specifically, the information alleged that Sigma Nu engaged in hazing new members during the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 recruitment cycles. The following are examples of the hazing, according to the Office of the Dean of Students:
"These violations are egregious— the behavior found to have taken place were of all three types of hazing categories — subtle, harassment, and violent — and there has been a pattern of misbehavior over the past six years including hazing, alcohol-related violations, and destruction of property," she said, in part. "I do not have confidence the Sigma Nu chapter will follow the University's directions, policies, or terms of a suspension, and therefore, termination of the University's recognition of the chapter is warranted."
Read the Dean's letter here: https://d26toa8f6ahusa.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/03223507/Sigma_Nu_Hearing_Decision_May_2025_Redacted-1.pdf
Tamara Holder Law represents victims of fraternity abuse - rape, sexual harassment, hazing, and other forms of violent conduct. We represent women and students throughout the country. If something happened to you at the hands of a fraternity member or at a fraternity party or event, we can help. Call us at 312-440-9000 or intake@tamaraholder.com
Consent Education: A Key to Preventing Sexual Abuse in Schools
At Tamara Holder Law, we represent survivors of sexual abuse throughout Illinois and beyond.
One of the most powerful tools we have to prevent abuse before it happens? Comprehensive
consent education.
Unfortunately, not all states agree on how—or even whether—to teach students about sexual
consent. A recent controversy in Indiana over Senate Bill 442 (SB 442) illustrates the ongoing
battle over whether schools should be required to teach this life-saving information.
Indiana’s SB 442: The Debate Over Consent in Schools
Senate Bill 442 in Indiana initially included a mandate to teach students about the importance of
consent as part of human sexuality education. That provision was then removed—sparking
public backlash—before ultimately being restored in the final version.
While the bill’s passage is a step forward for consent education in Indiana, the episode reveals
how fragile progress can be when sexual health education is politicized.
Illinois Consent Education Law: A Stronger, More Proactive Approach
In contrast, Illinois requires schools that offer sex education in grades 6–12 to include
consent instruction. This requirement, enacted under Public Act 101-0579, ensures students
learn that:
Further strengthening this commitment, the Keeping Youth Safe and Healthy Act aligns
Illinois' sex education standards with the National Sex Education Standards, covering topics
like consent, sexual orientation, gender identity, and healthy relationships.
Sexual Abuse in Illinois: Why Early Education Matters
Illinois’ approach isn’t just policy—it’s a response to sobering statistics:
These figures show just how urgent and essential early consent education is in Illinois and across the country.
What Our Law Firm Sees Every Day
As Illinois sexual abuse attorneys, we work with survivors who were never taught the language
of consent or didn’t understand their right to say “no.” Many share how they felt ashamed or
confused after being assaulted—feelings that better education might have helped prevent.
Consent education isn’t just about information—it’s about protection, empowerment, and
prevention.
Illinois vs. Indiana: Two Different Paths, One Urgent Issue
Illinois has set a strong example with its laws on consent education. Indiana, while now
including consent instruction in SB 442, showed how vulnerable progress can be.
The difference between the two states sends a clear message: some lawmakers still treat consent
education as optional. But in reality, it’s a non-negotiable part of keeping students safe from
sexual abuse and assault.
Survivors Deserve Support. We’re Here to Help.
If you or someone you care about has experienced sexual abuse, you are not alone. At Tamara
Holder Law, our experienced team of Illinois sexual abuse attorneys provides compassionate,
trauma-informed legal representation.
We handle cases involving:
Let us fight for the justice and healing you deserve. Contact us here, or by calling 312-440-9000.
According to The Mirror, The Daily Mail:
April 4, 2025: "A leading football agent was arrested moments after stepping off a flight at Heathrow last weekend on suspicion of rape. The agent, who has represented a host of top Premier League stars, was taken to a nearby station to be interviewed and he was subsequently released on bail pending further enquiries. He has been accused of raping and causing grievous bodily harm to a woman at an address in Knightsbridge eight years ago. The allegations were first reported to police early last year and he was met by officers after landing off a plane from the United States last Saturday morning. A number of electronic devices were also seized by officers at a London property in connection with the case. A Met Police spokesperson said: “On Saturday, 29 March 2025, at approximately 10:52 hrs, a man was arrested when his flight landed at Heathrow Airport. He was arrested on suspicion of rape and causing grievous bodily harm. “He has been released on bail. Enquiries into the circumstances continue.”
Tamara Holder Law represents the woman who reported this agent to police. We are seeking any information you may have. Although we have chosen not to name the sports agent at this time, please contact us if you have any information about suspected misconduct by any soccer agents.
Please call: 312-440-9000 or contact intake@tamaraholder.com
All information is confidential.
