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Neurologist Convicted For Sexual Assault Of Union Square Patients: DA
Ricardo Cruciano was found guilty of preying on patients after over-prescribing them pain medications, said DA Alvin Bragg's Office.

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Ricardo Cruciano was found guilty of preying on patients after over-prescribing them pain medications, said DA Alvin Bragg's Office.

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