The Case & Advocacy
The Landmark Case: Kowalski v. Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
The case that shook the healthcare world began in 2016, when young Maya Kowalski was admitted to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in Florida. The hospital staff, suspecting medical child abuse, initiated actions that led to her prolonged separation from her family—an ordeal that resulted in profound emotional and legal consequences.
During the Take Care of Maya trial, Dr. Joe Corcoran provided critical expert testimony, shining a light on the hospital’s procedural failures, internal culture, and the broader issues of medical overreach. His insights into hospital management, quality control, and patient care helped expose systemic flaws, reinforcing the importance of patient advocacy and due process in medical decision-making.
Key Takeaways from the Case
Medical Overreach & CPS Involvement: The case highlighted the dangers of hospitals making unchecked allegations that can separate families without just cause.
Lack of Oversight in Large Institutions: The trial exposed systemic failures, including an echo-chamber mentality and a disregard for patient-centered care. Critical breakdowns in communication between the leadership and care teams and a culture which the hospital’s own CEO described as one of “retaliation and retribution”, caused harm to the Kowalski family and placed other patients at risk.
The Power of Advocacy: The $261 million verdict sent a clear message: Patients and families have rights, and hospitals must be held accountable.
Continuing the Fight for Patient Rights
Dr. Corcoran’s audience members are known as The Advocates as he believes that we each need to stand up and speak out on behalf of ourselves and our loved ones. Through his advocacy, Dr. Corcoran aims to:
Through his advocacy, Dr. Corcoran aims to:
✅ Educate patients and families on their rights and help them safely navigate the Healthcare System.
✅ Expose unethical or dangerous practices in hospitals and medical institutions.
✅ Empower individuals with the tools and knowledge to stand up for themselves in medical settings.
How You Can Stay Informed and Get Involved
Watch Dr. Corcoran’s Testimony
Share Maya’s Story
Help raise awareness about patient rights and medical accountability
Stay Updated
Future legal developments, advocacy efforts, and healthcare transparency discussions
Dr. Corcoran remains committed to ensuring that no family has to endure what the Kowalskis went through. Whether through legal advocacy, media outreach, or direct education, his mission is clear: fight for fairness, expose injustice, and empower patients.