A former employee of Memorial Hermann Hospital, Robert Shrader, 41, from Magnolia, faces multiple charges after authorities discovered hidden cameras in hospital bathrooms.
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office arrested Shrader on Wednesday and initially charged him with one count of Invasive Visual Recording. Court records now show the charges have increased to seven counts.
Detectives launched an investigation into Shrader after hospital engineers found a concealed camera during routine HVAC maintenance on August 21, 2025. Authorities discovered a second camera on August 25. Court documents reveal these cameras contained over 300 images and videos. Among the footage was a video of Shrader installing a camera, which assisted investigators in securing his arrest.
Upon his arrest, law enforcement executed a search warrant at Shrader’s residence in Magnolia. According to Montgomery County Sheriff Wesley Doolittle, the search yielded successful results, although specific details remain undisclosed as the investigation continues.
Prior to his employment at Memorial Hermann, Shrader worked as a teacher for the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (Cy-Fair ISD) in Northwest Harris County. He served as a substitute teacher from October 1, 2006, to January 2007, and then as a full-time teacher until his resignation on December 30, 2011. Cy-Fair ISD confirmed Shrader’s resignation was due to his intention to return to school.
The sheriff emphasized the complexity of the investigation, noting the need for detailed analysis of the gathered evidence. Detectives are working with digital forensics teams to review the recorded materials and identify potential victims. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities anticipate additional charges as new victims are identified.
Following the discovery of the hidden cameras, Memorial Hermann terminated Shrader’s employment. The hospital issued a statement expressing their shock and outrage over the incident, asserting their commitment to ensuring the safety and privacy of their patients and staff. They conducted security sweeps of the Woodlands Campus and are collaborating with law enforcement on a broader security response plan for all facilities.
Memorial Hermann also addressed concerns regarding Shrader’s employment history, confirming that there had been no prior complaints against him related to similar misconduct. Hospital officials pledged full cooperation with the ongoing investigation and committed to providing support to employees and patients affected by the incident.
The case against Shrader underscores the significant privacy violations experienced by staff and patients at Memorial Hermann. Investigators continue to piece together evidence while working to ensure justice for the victims involved. This developing story remains under close scrutiny as authorities work to fully uncover the extent of the illicit recordings and hold those responsible accountable.
