In a statement on Friday morning, IU Health said a review found Dr. Bernard, the doctor who performed an abortion for a 10-year-old rape victim, is in compliance with privacy laws. STORY:
INDIANAPOLIS — An Indianapolis doctor who was called out by Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita properly filed the termination of pregnancy report after she performed an abortion for a 10-year-old girl, documents show.
In a statement on Friday morning, IU Health said a review found Bernard is in compliance with privacy laws. “Aside from the horror caused here by illegal immigration, we are investigating this situation and are waiting for the relevant documents to prove if the abortion and/or the abuse were reported, as Dr. Caitlin Bernard had requirements to do both under Indiana law. The failure to do so constitutes a crime in Indiana, and her behavior could also affect her licensure. Additionally, if a HIPAA violation did occur, that may affect next steps as well. I will not relent in the pursuit of the truth.
Bernard, an Indianapolis-based obstetrician-gynecologist, tweeted a statement of support for victims Wednesday — the same day it was first reported a man had been charged with the child's rape. The Indiana Department of Health has regulatory authority over facilities we license, not individual practitioners. If we receive a complaint against a facility, we conduct a survey to determine whether the complaint is substantiated. Complaints about an individual practitioner would be handled by the Professional Licensing Agency or Medical Licensing Board.
President Joe Biden addressed the case during a speech Friday, during which he signed an executive order on abortion access.
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