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Mark E. Mulholland

Perpetrator Alert: Dr. Mark Mulholland, OB-GYN in Richland, WA

PCVA is alerting Washington residents and patients in the Tri‑Cities area about reported misconduct by Dr. Mark E. Mulholland, a Richland-based obstetrician–gynecologist, who is currently under investigation by the Washington Medical Commission for alleged unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward patients from December 2022 through August 2024. This includes accusations of unsolicited touching (e.g., medical examinations without gloves, etc.) and improper comments related to body appearance and sexuality, unrelated to any medical necessity.

If you or someone you know has experienced inappropriate touching or other unconsented to conduct by Dr. Mulholland, or you have relevant information, our attorneys are here to listen and support you. Learn more about our work supporting medical misconduct and sexual misconduct survivors, or schedule a free, confidential consultation by completing our online form or by calling us at (206) 462-4334.

Below is an overview of the allegations, followed by frequently asked questions.

PCVA is searching for anyone who has information pertaining to possible sexual abuse perpetrated by a Richland, WA-based OB-GYN, Dr. Mark Mulholland

What are the allegations against Dr. Mulholland?

On April 29, 2025, Washington Medical Commission published its Statement of Charges against Dr. Mulholland. You can find the entirety of the Statement of Charges here. Below is a summary of the charges against Dr. Mulholland:

  • Inappropriate physical contact: The Washington Medical Commission states Dr. Mulholland “inappropriately touched patients without consent.”
  • Unprofessional verbal comments: He is also accused of making unsolicited remarks about patients’ bodies—body‑shaming and sexualized comments unrelated to care or diagnosis.
  • Ongoing complaints: According to the statement of charges, such behavior was “often rationalized, normalized and minimized,” prompting complaints from both patients and staff that were allegedly dismissed.
  • Investigation timeframe: The alleged misconduct occurred between December 2022 and August 2024 while he worked at a women’s clinic in Richland. There is reason to believe Dr. Mulholland’s misconduct may predate the timeframe of this investigation.

Where/When did Dr. Mulholland practice?

Dr. Mulholland has been practicing for over 30 years and was most recently based in Richland, WA, working through Kadlec Clinic – Associated Physicians for Women located at 945 Goethals Drive, Suite 200, Richland, WA 99352. He has had a long-standing professional presence at this site and through Kadlec Regional Medical Center.

If you, a loved one, or a patient of Dr. Mulholland believes they’ve experienced similar misconduct, PCVA’s team is ready to help. Receive confidentiality, care, and legal support from PCVA. Schedule a consultation today.

How can sexual abuse impact its victims?

Even if there is no outward injury to the body, sexual abuse of a child can have serious psychological effects.

The effects of sexual violence can include:

  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Flashbacks
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Dissociation
  • Panic attacks
  • Substance abuse
  • Disordered sleep
  • Sexual dysfunction

These are serious issues that can harm a person’s ability to work, study, maintain relationships, and enjoy their lives.  Treatment for sexual abuse-related damage can take a long time and become very expensive.

What is the current statute of limitations for child sex abuse in Washington State?

In certain circumstances, survivors in Washington can file lawsuits decades after the abuse ended.  If you have any questions about the statute of limitations for your potential case, please contact us directly.

Can I come forward or sue anonymously if I’m worried about my privacy?

Most likely. The law usually allows attorneys to file lawsuits on behalf of survivors of childhood sexual abuse using a pseudonym, like “John Doe” or “Jane Doe,” or a person’s initials.  It also may be possible to resolve your case privately without filing a lawsuit or going to court.

How can survivors receive damages for sexual abuse?

Our attorneys have been involved in some of the most complicated and concerning sexual abuse cases in the country, and we are often consulted by other law firms for guidance and expertise when representing abuse survivors.  We take a trauma-informed approach to our representation that acknowledges the sensitive nature of each person’s case.

Every case is different and results – which depend on the facts of the case – cannot be guaranteed.  However, we will fight to hold negligent institutions and individuals accountable.  Through our efforts, we have helped recover hundreds of millions of dollars in damages on behalf of abuse survivors.  While no amount of monetary compensation can erase the trauma, the financial assistance can help pay for necessary expenses to allow the healing process to begin.

How much do you charge?

Our work is done on a contingency basis.  This means that you do not pay us on an hourly basis, and we advance the costs of litigation.  If we help you resolve your case, we receive a percentage of the amount you receive, and you reimburse us for the costs we advanced on your behalf.

Our case results

PCVA has a lengthy history of pursuing damages from youth-serving organizations that employed individuals who abused their positions of authority to sexually abuse children, including school districts, religious organizations, foster care agencies, boarding homes, and hospitals.  See below for more information about our case results involving such entities:

 

Sexual Abuse Survivors

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual abuse at the hands of Albert Virachismith, our attorneys are here to listen and help. Learn more about how we help sexual abuse survivors or schedule a no obligation consultation with one of our lawyers by completing our online form or by calling us at (253) 777-0799 or (206) 462-4334.