Thirteen Toledo families are suing former Nationwide Children’s Hospital–Toledo pediatric urologist Dr. Bryan Shanley Sack, 43, alleging he photographed child patients during medical exams, according to a newly filed lawsuit reported by 13abc/WTVG. The suit says Sack’s Dropbox account held more than 27,000 files of children.

The lawsuit, filed Nov. 4 on behalf of 13 children and their families, alleges invasion of privacy, intentional infliction of emotional distress and negligence. It names Sack and Nationwide Children’s Hospital–Toledo, among others, according to 13abc.

Sack most recently practiced at Nationwide Children’s Hospital–Toledo, where he worked about 18 months. The hospital fired him immediately after his arrest and said he no longer has access to patients, facilities or medical records.

Sack was arrested Feb. 20, 2026, in Ann Arbor, Michigan, on six Michigan felony charges, including aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material and using a computer to commit a crime. A federal grand jury indicted him May 20, 2026, on two counts — receipt and possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor under 12. He has pleaded not guilty, and both criminal cases remain pending.

Law enforcement and the hospital have said the criminal charges are not related to his clinical work. The patient-photography claims are allegations in the new civil lawsuit, not findings, and have not been proven in court.

In addition to financial compensation, the families are asking for the hospitals to notify patients Sack treated and for counseling for affected children and their families to be paid for, according to 13abc. Background on the charges against Sack is available here.

The Lucas County Courthouse in Toledo (historic postcard image, public domain).

The civil lawsuit is separate from the two criminal cases against Sack. Until the civil case is decided, the claims about patient photographs remain allegations. ToledoBuzz is not naming any alleged victims, and none are named in the reporting on the lawsuit.

13abc published its report on the lawsuit on Nov. 6 and included the complaint with its story.