NYU Langone Statement on Settlement with DOJ

September 18, 2026

NYU Langone Health has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that protects our providers and secures the privacy and confidentiality of our patients and their families. Under this agreement, DOJ has agreed to resolve its investigations, removing the threat that NYU Langone would have to provide the confidential information previously demanded about patients under 18 who received gender-affirming care at our institution.

NYU Langone has not entered into this settlement because of any wrongdoing and has affirmatively denied any wrongdoing or liability in the agreement.

We believe this resolution is in the best interests of our patients and their families, protecting them as well as our providers and the institution from prolonged litigation. It allows us to remain focused on our mission of delivering top-quality patient care, advancing medical research, and educating future physicians.

Throughout this process, NYU Langone has remained committed to protecting patient privacy and supporting our providers.

We are grateful to our physicians, nurses, and staff for their professionalism and dedication during a period of significant uncertainty. We recognize the concerns and challenges faced by patients and their families and remain committed to treating every patient with compassion, dignity, and respect.

The resolution has no impact on our pediatric mental health care programs or care provided to patients who are 18 and over, which will continue.