What Is This About?

According to dark web monitoring sources, West Side GI, LLC d.b.a. Westside GI Center, an ambulatory surgery center in Manhattan, New York, may have experienced a data breach allegedly carried out by the threat group known as PEAR. Our firm is investigating this incident and would like to speak with people who have received medical care at Westside GI Center.

What Happened?

On or around September 21, 2026, dark web monitoring websites including Hacknotice.com detected that the cybercriminal threat group known as PEAR (“Pure Extraction and Ransom”) had claimed to have breached files from Westside GI Center in a post made to PEAR’s dark web leak site. PEAR claims to be in possession of 216 gigabytes (216 GB) of information that it says includes patient and staff personal information, patient health records, and internal company information.

As of publication, Westside GI Center has not confirmed the alleged breach’s authenticity. Details of the alleged breach, such the full scope of potentially affected information and the number of potentially affected individuals, remain under investigation.

What Information Was Impacted?

While Westside GI Center has not confirmed the alleged breach nor its associated details, based on the nature of ransom attacks on healthcare practices, the following categories of information may have been compromised:

• Names;
• Health information such as info about medical treatment, condition, or diagnosis;
• Health insurance information;
• Contact information;
• Demographic information; and
• Other sensitive personal information and protected health information.

What Action Can You Take?

Levi & Korsinsky, LLP is investigating whether affected persons are entitled to compensation. If you are a current or former patient of Westside GI Center, there is no cost or obligation to participate. Follow the link below to find out about your rights and potential legal remedies available.