“Quamae Taylor took advantage of this survivor’s vulnerable state and raped her while she was asleep and physically helpless,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I thank the survivor for her resilience and her strength in speaking at today’s sentencing. The facts of this case bely many common misunderstandings of rape, while mirroring what we see across our Special Victims Division. This defendant was an acquaintance, not a stranger, and raped this survivor in a relative’s apartment, not a stereotypical darkened street corner. I want to reiterate that regardless of the circumstances, rape is rape, and we are here to help you. I urge survivors to call us at 212-335-9373.”

“Jermaine Gabadian inflicted a horrific cycle of abuse on this survivor, using threats and extreme violence to keep her in fear while he repeatedly sexually assaulted her over the course of two months,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I commend this survivor for her incredible bravery in reporting these crimes and testifying at trial for six days.

“As alleged, this prominent doctor used his position to lure a woman to his apartment under the guise of professional networking and mentorship,” said District Attorney Bragg. “Instead, he allegedly displayed a firearm that he said was loaded, and sexually assaulted her as she repeatedly said no. This investigation is ongoing. If you have any information about similar assaults, please call our Special Victims Division at 212-335-9373.”

“This alleged conduct is absolutely abhorrent, and I hope the survivor is able to recovery both physically and emotionally,” said District Attorney Bragg. “I want all survivors of assault and rape to know that we are here to help secure accountability and justice, and I encourage them to call our hotline at 212-335-9373.”