Richmond Hill doctor charged with sexually assaulting patient in 2016

York police have charged a 71-year-old doctor with allegedly sexually assaulting a patient in 2016. 

Police began investigating in April after a victim reported being sexually assaulted by Brian Sheffield during a medical exam in July 2016, according to a news release Thursday. 

"The suspect touched the victim for a sexual purpose and conducted no other examinations," the release said. 

Sheffield has been working as a doctor in Richmond Hill. Police believe there may be more victims. 

Anyone with information is asked to contact police or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers. 

Those who are not ready to report but are seeking support are encouraged to contact York Region Victim Services, the Cedar Centre or the Women's Support Network, the release said. 

Sheffield's registration page on the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) website shows he worked at The Doctor's Office, located at 9625 Yonge St. The page shows he was charged in February. 

In an email to CBC Toronto, CPSO spokesperson Laura Zilke said the college is aware of the charge but cannot comment beyond information in the physician register due to confidentiality restrictions. 

She said the CPSO website has information about how to submit a complaint with the college about a doctor.

"The college is committed to serving in the public interest and ensuring patients receive care in a safe and professional environment," Zilke said.