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Fertility doctor sued for allegedly using his own sperm during treatments without patient consent
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Bobby Falat, Jordan Gartner , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The doctor is a chairman at a university in North Dakota.
A lawsuit has been filed against a doctor. He is accused of using his own genetic material in fertility treatments. The doctor is a chairman at a university in North Dakota.
The lawsuit was filed by three patients. They claim the doctor did not have their consent. The alleged incidents occurred several decades ago in Minot.
Further information about the lawsuit is available from the source, including details about the patients and the doctor's current residence. The case is ongoing in Ward County District Court.
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Category: local Published: July 29, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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