Army Brings More Charges Against Former Tripler Gynecologist

Maj. Blaine McGraw now faces 146 specifications across 6 charges related to alleged misconduct in Texas and Hawaii.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 10:05am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a metal medical instrument, such as a speculum or forceps, sharply lit by a direct camera flash against a black background, conceptually representing the clinical and investigative nature of the case against the former Army gynecologist.A medical instrument's harsh flash-lit details expose the troubling allegations against a former Army gynecologist.Fort Hood Today

The U.S. Army Office of Special Trial Counsel has announced additional charges against Maj. Blaine McGraw, a former Army gynecologist accused of secretly recording women during exams and other sexual misconduct. McGraw is now facing a total of six charges and 146 specifications, with 73 victims officially included in the case. The alleged offenses occurred in both Texas and Hawaii, where McGraw previously worked at Tripler Army Medical Center.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing issues with sexual misconduct and abuse of power within the military medical system. Despite prior complaints against McGraw, he was allegedly able to continue his abusive behavior for years, raising concerns about the military's handling of such allegations and the need for stronger oversight and accountability.

The details

The new charges against McGraw include 64 specifications of sexual abuse and assault, one specification of attempted sexual assault, 66 specifications of indecent recording, 13 specifications of conduct unbecoming, one specification of extramarital sexual misconduct, and one specification of willfully disobeying a superior commissioned officer. The charges build upon the initial 54 specifications of indecent visual recording, five specifications of conduct unbecoming an officer, one specification of willful disobedience of a superior officer, and one specification of making a false official statement that were brought against McGraw in December 2025.

  • McGraw's alleged misconduct occurred on various occasions between October 6, 2023, and December 1, 2025.
  • The initial charges against McGraw were brought on December 9, 2025.
  • The additional charges were announced on April 10, 2026.

The players

Maj. Blaine McGraw

A former Army gynecologist accused of secretly recording women during exams and other sexual misconduct in both Hawaii and Texas.

U.S. Army Office of Special Trial Counsel

The office that has announced the additional charges against Maj. Blaine McGraw.

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center

The medical center in Fort Hood, Texas, where McGraw allegedly committed misconduct against 72 patients.

Tripler Army Medical Center

The medical center in Hawaii where McGraw previously worked as a resident in the Obstetrics and Gynecology Service department between June 2019 and June 2023.

Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight

The law firm that has filed a new complaint on behalf of a woman referred to as 'Jane Doe 8', joining a federal tort claim by seven other women represented by the firm filed in December.

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What’s next

A neutral officer will be assigned to conduct a preliminary hearing, which is required before the charges can be referred for trial by general court-martial.

The takeaway

This case highlights ongoing issues with sexual misconduct and abuse of power within the military medical system, raising concerns about the military's handling of such allegations and the need for stronger oversight and accountability to protect patients.