Rape Charge Filed Against Towson Doctor

TOWSON, MD — A Towson physician is charged with rape and other offenses after patients alleged he made inappropriate contact with them, police said. Two victims have come forward, according to officials.

Alberto R. Yataco, MD., of the 1200 block of Culvert Road, is being held without bail at the Baltimore County Detention Center, police reported Thursday.

Dr. Yataco is the owner and operator of Get Well Immediate Care in the 7800 block of York Road, according to officials, who said he has been charged with second-degree rape, sex abuse of a minor, third-degree sex offense, two counts of fourth-degree sex offense and two counts of second-degree assault.

The investigation began after a 16-year-old girl notified authorities that she was touched during a routine medical treatment at the practice in a way that was not appropriate, police said.

A 28-year-old woman also told investigators she was touched by Dr. Yataco in a way that was not consistent with her symptoms.

Dr. Yataco has been denied bail. Anyone with additional information may contact the Baltimore County Police Department at 410-307-2020 or the Baltimore County Police Crimes Against Children Unit at 410-853-3650.

Photo courtesy of the Baltimore County Police Department.