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Couples Sue Doctor for Unauthorized Embryo Relocation

3/4/2026

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  • Twenty-six couples have filed suit accusing Dr. Brian Acacio, a California fertility doctor, of moving their embryos without consent.
  • Plaintiffs allege Acacio concealed a medical license suspension for drug abuse and continued practicing.
  • They say the embryos were relocated to Bakersfield and were discovered only when attempting to schedule transfers.
  • The suit notes risks in transporting embryos and that Acacio reportedly demanded liability waivers for returning them, raising viability concerns.