Florida Nurse’s Licenses Suspended After Alleged Sexual Misconduct During Patient Examination
Florida nurse Yordy Brito Aguila has had both his Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licenses emergency suspended after the Florida Department of Health concluded that allegations involving inappropriate conduct toward a patient presented an immediate danger to the public.
According to the Florida Department of Health’s Emergency Suspension Order, Brito Aguila allegedly engaged in unwanted physical contact and romantic advances toward a female patient while treating her during a follow-up medical appointment in February 2026. The emergency action allows regulators to immediately prohibit him from practicing while disciplinary proceedings move forward.
Although these allegations remain subject to the administrative disciplinary process, state regulators determined that the reported conduct warranted immediate intervention to protect patients.
Allegations Stem From a Follow-Up Appointment with Yordy Brito Aguila for an Ankle Injury
According to the Emergency Suspension Order, the patient visited Brito Aguila at Primary Medical Physicians in Hollywood, Florida, for follow-up treatment of an injured ankle.
The Department of Health alleges that during the appointment Brito Aguila:
- Told the patient she was “beautiful.”
- Said he wanted to “pamper” and “please” her.
- Massaged and caressed her foot in a manner the patient believed was sexual rather than medically necessary.
- Claimed he needed to look into her eyes to check for an iron deficiency.
- Kissed her on the cheek.
- Attempted to kiss her on the mouth on more than one occasion.
- Hugged her as she attempted to leave the examination room.
- Sent her a text message after the appointment asking if she was okay.
According to the Emergency Suspension Order, the patient rejected the alleged advances, left the office, and did not return for additional treatment.
Florida Immediately Suspended Nursing Licenses for Yordy Brito Aguila
Following its investigation, the Florida Department of Health issued Emergency Suspension Orders affecting both of Brito Aguila’s professional licenses:
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Emergency Suspension Orders are reserved for situations in which state regulators determine that allowing a healthcare professional to continue practicing presents an immediate and serious risk to patients while disciplinary proceedings are pending.
Patients Place Extraordinary Trust in Healthcare Providers
Patients seek medical care during moments of illness, injury, fear, and vulnerability.
Healthcare providers including nurses and advanced practice registered nurses are entrusted with responsibilities that require professionalism, compassion, and strict adherence to ethical boundaries.
Patients should never have to worry that medical treatment will become an opportunity for inappropriate personal or sexual conduct.
When allegations involve a healthcare professional abusing the provider-patient relationship, they can cause lasting emotional trauma and undermine trust in the healthcare system.
Professional Boundaries Exist to Protect Patients
Medical professionals are expected to maintain clear professional boundaries with every patient.
Those boundaries generally prohibit conduct such as:
- Unwanted physical affection.
- Romantic or sexual advances.
- Kissing or intimate touching unrelated to medical treatment.
- Sexual comments.
- Flirtatious communications.
- Personal relationships that exploit the provider-patient relationship.
Professional licensing boards enforce these standards because patients often feel vulnerable or unable to challenge inappropriate conduct during medical treatment.
Civil Claims May Extend Beyond Professional Discipline
Professional licensing proceedings determine whether a healthcare provider should continue practicing.
Civil lawsuits serve a different purpose.
Depending on the facts of a case, patients may pursue compensation for:
- Emotional distress.
- Psychological counseling.
- Medical expenses.
- Pain and suffering.
- Other damages resulting from inappropriate sexual misconduct during medical treatment.
In some situations, civil investigations may also examine whether a medical practice or healthcare employer had prior knowledge of misconduct, failed to supervise employees appropriately, or failed to respond to complaints.
Patients Should Feel Safe Seeking Medical Care
Healthcare providers occupy positions of significant trust.
Patients should be able to seek treatment without fear of unwanted touching, sexual comments, romantic advances, or exploitation by the professionals responsible for their care.
When allegations arise involving inappropriate conduct during medical treatment, both licensing authorities and civil attorneys may examine whether patient safety protocols were followed and whether additional safeguards were needed.
Survivors May Have Legal Rights
Individuals who experience sexual misconduct or inappropriate sexual contact by a healthcare provider may have legal options beyond filing a complaint with a licensing board.
Depending on the circumstances, survivors may be able to pursue civil claims against the individual provider and, in some cases, against healthcare organizations whose negligence contributed to the harm.
Anyone who believes they experienced inappropriate sexual conduct by Yordy Brito Aguila or another healthcare professional may wish to consult an attorney experienced in representing survivors of sexual abuse and professional misconduct to understand their legal rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Yordy Brito Aguila?
Yordy Brito Aguila is a Florida registered nurse and advanced practice registered nurse whose professional licenses were emergency suspended after allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct toward a patient during a medical appointment.
Why were Yordy Brito Aguila’s nursing licenses suspended?
The Florida Department of Health issued Emergency Suspension Orders after concluding that allegations involving inappropriate physical contact and attempted romantic advances toward a patient presented an immediate danger to the public while disciplinary proceedings continue.
What allegations have been made against Yordy Brito Aguila?
According to the Emergency Suspension Order, Brito Aguila allegedly made inappropriate comments, massaged a patient’s foot in a sexual manner, kissed her on the cheek, attempted to kiss her on the mouth, hugged her as she left the examination room, and later sent her a text message. The allegations remain subject to the administrative disciplinary process.
Where did the alleged misconduct occur?
According to state regulators, the alleged conduct occurred during a follow-up appointment at Primary Medical Physicians in Hollywood, Florida.
Can patients file a civil lawsuit against a healthcare provider for sexual misconduct?
In some circumstances, yes. Patients who experience sexual misconduct by a healthcare professional may have civil legal claims in addition to filing complaints with professional licensing boards.
Can a medical practice be held responsible for a provider’s misconduct?
Depending on the facts, a healthcare employer or medical practice may face civil liability if it failed to supervise employees appropriately, ignored warning signs, or otherwise failed to protect patients.
What should I do if I experienced inappropriate conduct by a healthcare provider?
Anyone who believes they experienced sexual misconduct by a healthcare provider may wish to report the conduct to the appropriate licensing board and consult an attorney experienced in representing survivors of professional sexual misconduct.
Contact Andreozzi + Foote
At Andreozzi + Foote, our Florida sexual abuse attorneys represent survivors of childhood sexual abuse and institutional abuse throughout the United States. We investigate whether hospitals, private practices, and other institutions failed to protect children from sexual abuse.
If you or someone you love experienced sexual abuse by a nurse or health care worker, or another trusted adult, our trauma-informed Florida sexual abuse attorneys are available to discuss your legal options during a confidential, no-obligation consultation.
If you believe you may have information related to the allegations involving Yordy Brito Aguila, or you are a survivor seeking legal guidance, contact Andreozzi + Foote today to learn more about your rights.
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