Fort Wayne Medical Education Program Data Breach Lawsuit

Fort Wayne Medical Education Program (FWMEP) has reported a data breach that exposed sensitive personal information of nearly 30,000 individuals. Impacted individuals are now being offered free identity protection services.

Fort Wayne Medical Education Program (FWMEP)’s Data Breach Investigation

Fort Wayne Medical Education Program (FWMEP), a healthcare training institution, recently disclosed a data privacy breach affecting 29,485 individuals. The organization detected suspicious activity in its network on December 17, 2024, prompting immediate security measures and the initiation of a formal investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts.

The investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred between December 12 and December 17, 2024. During this five-day window, sensitive files containing personally identifiable information were likely accessed or exfiltrated by an external actor. The complexity of the data and the need for detailed analysis delayed the breach confirmation until September 9, 2025—when FWMEP concluded that specific individuals’ information had been compromised.

In response, FWMEP took affected systems offline, engaged law enforcement, and began a review of existing security protocols. The institution is also offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX. While only three Maine residents were reportedly affected, nearly 30,000 individuals nationwide may be at risk.

The breach highlights growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the healthcare sector, where institutions handle vast amounts of personal and medical data. At Class Action U, we believe no one should suffer in silence after their data has been mishandled. Victims of this breach have legal rights—and potentially a path toward compensation.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The unauthorized access took place from December 12, 2024, to December 17, 2024. The breach was discovered and confirmed on September 9, 2025.

What Information Was Breached?

• First and last name
• One or more of the following sensitive identifiers (depending on the individual):
  • Social Security number
  • Driver’s license or government ID number
  • Financial account details
  • Health-related information
  • Other confidential personal identifiers

What You Can Do

If you’ve received a breach notice from FWMEP, it’s essential to take the following steps immediately:

• Enroll in the free credit monitoring and identity protection services provided by IDX for up to 24 months.
• Check your credit reports from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion at AnnualCreditReport.com.
• Place a fraud alert or credit freeze to make it harder for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name.
• Monitor all financial and medical accounts for suspicious activity and report any irregularities to your bank or provider.
• File complaints with the FTC or your state’s attorney general if you suspect identity theft.

Don’t navigate this process alone. Class Action U can connect you with a legal expert who understands how to protect your rights and hold organizations accountable.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Fort Wayne Medical Education Program