Quick Summary

  • Hidden cameras were found in restrooms at two Northwell Health facilities in Great Neck, NY.
  • Recordings occurred between August 2022 and April 2024.
  • A former employee has been indicted for unlawful surveillance.
  • Dell & Dean, PLLC, is investigating possible legal action.

Long Island Patients Deserve Better 

What if your most vulnerable moments in a medical facility weren’t as private as you thought? That fundamental trust between medical providers and patients was shattered when hidden cameras were discovered in bathrooms at two Northwell Health offices in Great Neck, New York. Between July 2023 and April 2024, it’s estimated that hundreds of patients may have had their privacy violated in what should have been a safe, confidential space.

A former Northwell Health employee has been indicted for this breach of trust, and now, victims have legal options. Dell & Dean, PLLC, is actively investigating claims from individuals who were potentially recorded without consent at these Great Neck facilities. This article covers what happened and where, patient rights, and how to determine your legal options.

What Happened: Hidden Cameras Discovered in Bathrooms

In 2024, a disturbing investigation revealed that a former Northwell Health employee had secretly placed hidden cameras inside smoke detectors in patient restrooms at two outpatient facilities in Great Neck, NY. According to the Nassau County District Attorney, the former staff member allegedly used these hidden cameras to capture hundreds of videos of patients—including children—and then attempted to destroy the evidence.

The former staff member now faces criminal charges, including unlawful surveillance and tampering with physical evidence. While the criminal case moves forward, patients impacted by the recordings are also exploring their right to seek civil justice for the profound invasion of their privacy.

Locations Affected: Where the Hidden Cameras Were Found

The illegal recordings are believed to have taken place at two specific Northwell Health locations, both on Community Drive in Great Neck:

Sleep Disorders Center
155 Community Drive, Lower Level
Great Neck, NY 11021

STARS Rehabilitation (Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation Services)
145 Community Drive
Great Neck, NY 11021

If you visited either of these offices between July 2023 and April 2024, you may have been affected, particularly if you used the patient restroom facilities.

Your Rights as a Patient: Why This May Be a HIPAA Violation

Medical visits should be private. Federal and New York State laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), protect patient confidentiality and strictly prohibit unauthorized recordings in healthcare settings, particularly in personal areas such as restrooms.

Secretly recording patients is not only unethical, but it may also be illegal under multiple statutes. Even if no video was publicly released, simply being filmed without consent is a serious violation of your rights. You may be entitled to take legal action for emotional distress, loss of dignity, and the breach of your personal privacy.

If a significant number of patients were affected, this case may proceed as a class action. This legal process enables many individuals with similar claims to join forces in a single patient privacy breach lawsuit.

At the same time, we are prepared to help individuals pursue their own medical privacy violation claims if appropriate. Whether this moves forward as a group case or individual litigation, our goal remains the same: to hold Northwell Health accountable and seek justice for every person impacted.

How to Know if You May Have Been A Victim of Unlawful Surveillance

Your privacy and patient confidentiality are important. If this alleged violation impacted you, you may qualify for compensation if any of the following criteria apply:

  • You were a patient at either STARS Rehabilitation or the Sleep Disorders Center in Great Neck
  • You visited those facilities between July 2023 and April 2024
  • You used a patient restroom during your visit

Even if you’re unsure whether you were recorded, we encourage you to reach out. Our team will review your situation confidentially and let you know how we can help.

Explore Your Legal Options With Dell & Dean, PLLC

Dell & Dean, PLLC is your local personal injury law firm based in Garden City. We are investigating claims related to the unauthorized videotaping of patients at Northwell Health facilities in Great Neck, specifically the Sleep Disorders Center and STARS Rehabilitation.

Our Long Island-based legal team has a strong track record of standing up for individuals harmed by institutional misconduct and privacy violations. We’re here to help you understand your rights and explore the best legal path forward—whether through a potential class action or individual claim.

Contact us today for a free and confidential consultation. There’s no cost to speak with us, and everything you share will be handled with care and discretion.

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