In a significant report released by Columbia University, it was revealed that the institution maintained a culture of silence that enabled former OB-GYN Robert Hadden to abuse over 1,000 patients during his nearly 25-year tenure. This revelation came in light of a ProPublica investigation that uncovered Columbia's negligence in addressing complaints against Hadden, including his continued practice after being arrested following a complaint from a patient in 2012. The report itself details how top university executives were informed of Hadden’s arrest the same evening it occurred yet failed to take appropriate action to safeguard patients. Furthermore, as patients came forward with their experiences, Columbia faced criticism for dismissing their claims and making efforts to shield Hadden from accountability. Last week, the New York attorney general announced an investigation into Columbia’s handling of this case, highlighting the ongoing concern over the university's response to the abuse allegations. Survivors of Hadden's assault expressed their anguish over the report, claiming it inadequately addressed the institutional efforts to discredit and combat the claims of the victims once the abuse was uncovered, further characterizing the environment as one that discouraged transparency. Columbia has since extended the deadline for survivors to submit claims for compensation through their survivor fund, signaling their acknowledgment of the need for some restitution. Though calls for accountability have grown louder, survivors stress that the report does not fully capture the extent of the cover-up culture and the distress they faced in seeking justice against Hadden.