Dr. Patrick Clyne Sexual Assault Lawsuits

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Thu. Nov 20, 2025 | Attorney, Matthew Dolman

Status: Active | Accepting Cases

Defendants: Dr. Patrick Clyne; Santa Clara Valley Medical Center; Pediatric Medical Group of Watsonville

Topic: Medical Sexual Abuse / Pediatric Sexual Assault / Foster Care Abuse

Photo of front of Santa Clara Valley Medical Center where Dr. Patrick Clyne committed many of his sexual assaults on minors

Parents place a great deal of trust in pediatricians. We trust them to heal our children, not to harm them. For decades, families in Santa Clara County and the state of California entrusted Dr. Patrick Clyne with the care of vulnerable children, both as a physician and a licensed foster parent. That trust was allegedly betrayed in the most horrific way possible.

At Lawsuit Legal News, we are currently investigating claims that Dr. Clyne sexually abused dozens of children under his care. While the Medical Board of California effectively revoked his license in June 2025, true justice has yet to be served for the many survivors left in the wake of his alleged abuse.

If your child was harmed by Dr. Patrick Clyne, you do not have to deal with all of this alone. Our team at Lawsuit Legal News, backed by the national litigation resources of Dolman Law Group, is ready to help you get accountability from the doctor and the institutions that enabled him to commit these egregious crimes.

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Who Is Dr. Patrick Clyne?

Dr. Patrick Clyne was a fixture in the California medical community for over 20 years, serving as a pediatrician at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and the Pediatric Medical Group of Watsonville. Beyond his private practice, Clyne was deeply embedded in the child welfare system, serving as a foster parent to children who were already navigating the trauma of state care.

Despite an outward appearance of community service, investigations have revealed a dark pattern of predatory behavior. As reported by the Juvenile Law Center, Clyne has faced allegations of abuse dating back to 2001, raising serious questions about how he was allowed to maintain access to children for so long.

Allegations of Sexual Abuse and Institutional Negligence

The allegations against Dr. Clyne are extensive and disturbing. According to civil lawsuits and state investigations, Clyne’s abuse was systemic, calculated, and often disguised as medical care.

Reported acts of abuse include:

  • Inappropriate Touching: Fondling patients during routine check-ups.
  • Medically Unnecessary Exams: Performing genital and rectal examinations on children without legitimate medical justification.
  • Voyeurism: Allegedly instructing child patients to walk naked around his office or home.
  • Oral Copulation: Lawsuits allege specific instances of oral sexual abuse.
  • Foster Care Exploitation: Abusing his power as a foster parent to victimize children placed in his home.

Despite Complaints, Dr. Clyne Continued To Work

Perhaps most alarming is the potential institutional negligence.

Despite complaints from social workers, therapists, and staff members over the years, Dr. Clyne was allowed to continue practicing medicine. The Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and relevant state agencies may share liability for failing to act on reports that could have prevented further harm.

Update: Medical License Revoked (June 2025)

After years of complaints and mounting civil pressure, the Medical Board of California finally took decisive action. Effective June 13, 2025, Dr. Patrick Clyne’s medical license was surrendered and revoked. While this action prevents him from harming future patients, it does not erase the trauma inflicted on his past victims.

When facing a predator with decades of experience manipulating the system, or a powerful medical institution like Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, you need a legal team that understands the unique complexities of sexual assault litigation.

We don’t just handle these cases; we specialize in them. We have built a reputation for aggressively pursuing justice against predators across every sector of society.

A Proven Track Record Against Predatory Doctors

We have successfully investigated and filed actions against numerous specific doctors who abused their positions of power, including:

We Hold Enabling Institutions Accountable

Abusers rarely act alone; they are often enabled by the organizations that look the other way. We have deep experience litigating against a wide range of facilities that failed to protect their charges, such as:

Leading the Fight Against Roblox Sexual Abuse

At Lawsuit Legal News, our mission to protect children extends beyond physical medical offices. We know that predators adapt to new environments, including digital spaces.

Our parent law firm, Dolman Law Group, is currently spearheading a massive national litigation effort regarding rampant minor sexual abuse on Roblox.

While platforms like Roblox market themselves as safe, creative playgrounds, investigations have revealed them to be hunting grounds where predators can easily target children. As reported by major outlets like The Guardian, Roblox has faced intense scrutiny and lawsuits for allowing adults to groom children, move them to encrypted messaging apps, and even lure them into physical meetings.

Dolman Law Group is representing families across the country whose children were exploited on the platform. Just as we hold medical institutions accountable for enabling doctors like Clyne, we are fighting to hold tech giants accountable for prioritizing profits over the safety of their youngest users.

Is It Too Late to File a Lawsuit Against Dr. Clyne or Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

Many survivors hesitate to come forward because they believe too much time has passed. However, California has some of the most survivor-centric laws in the nation. Recent legislation has significantly expanded the statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims, allowing many survivors to file lawsuits for abuse that occurred years or even decades ago.

Do not assume you are barred from filing. The only way to know for sure is to speak with a qualified attorney who can review the specific timeline of your case.

Your story matters, and your voice deserves to be heard. If Dr. Patrick Clyne abused you, or if you suspect your child was harmed in his care, we are here to listen.

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