A trainee surgeon, Ryan Cho, has been charged with secretly recording hundreds of medical colleagues in hospital restrooms.
What Happened
Ryan Cho, a 28-year-old trainee surgeon from Melbourne, Australia, has been charged with secretly recording intimate videos of his colleagues in hospital staff restrooms. The charges are linked to 4,500 video recordings he allegedly made using his phone between 2021 and 2025. Cho faces around 500 charges for the illegal recordings, which primarily targeted at least 460 women at three hospitals in Melbourne, including Austin Hospital, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, and the Royal Melbourne Hospital.
The charges stemmed from a police investigation, which began after a phone was discovered recording from a mesh bag in a hospital toilet. Cho was arrested in July 2025 and has since been released on bail, with a $50,000 surety posted by his parents.
Who Is Ryan Cho?
Ryan Cho, a 28-year-old trainee surgeon, moved to Australia from Singapore in 2017 to pursue his medical career at Monash University. Cho, who became an Australian permanent resident in April 2025, was working in various hospitals in Melbourne as part of his training. However, his career and life have been put in jeopardy after the charges were laid. He faces potential deportation if convicted and sentenced to a term of 12 months or longer in prison.
Background or Timeline
- 2017: Cho moved to Australia from Singapore to study medicine at Monash University.
- 2021–2025: Cho allegedly began recording intimate videos of his colleagues, mostly women, in staff restrooms across three Melbourne hospitals.
- July 2025: Cho was arrested after a phone was found recording in a hospital restroom.
- August 2025: Cho appeared in the Victoria state Supreme Court, where he was released on bail under strict conditions.
Public or Social Media Reaction
The case has caused significant public outrage, especially within the healthcare community. Medical professionals have expressed shock and disgust at the allegations, with many calling for justice to be served. Social media platforms have been flooded with discussions, with many questioning how such a breach of trust could have gone unnoticed for so long in medical institutions.
Official Statement or What Happens Next
Ryan Cho has yet to enter pleas for the charges laid against him, which now include 127 new charges. His lawyer, Julian McMahon, rejected concerns from prosecutors about Cho interfering with witnesses, stating that there were likely hundreds of witnesses who could testify to the offenses. The case is ongoing, with the possibility of a trial ahead. Cho’s future in the medical field is uncertain, and he could face significant prison time if convicted. His parents, who posted bail for his release, arrived at the Supreme Court with Cho for the hearing.
Closing
This case highlights the disturbing breach of privacy in trusted environments and the serious consequences for those who violate that trust. The investigation continues, and further updates are expected as the case unfolds. This story may be updated with more information as it becomes available.
