The Right Legal Medicine

Losing a medical license during an investigation is possible, but it does not happen in every case. The outcome depends on what conduct is alleged and what evidence supports the allegations. This is what physicians should know about investigations and their potential impact on medical licensure. ...

When a hospital begins an investigation involving a physician, one of the first concerns is whether hospital privileges will be affected. The answer depends on the nature of the allegations, the hospital’s bylaws, and whether patient safety is believed to be at risk. Whether or not you are...

You should hire an attorney as soon as you believe that your medical license may be in jeopardy. Taking the immediate action of hiring a medical license defense attorney is critical because licensing investigations, complaints, and disciplinary proceedings can move quickly and may have serious...

When a physician’s medical license is suspended after a medical license investigation, there are profound consequences for the provider and the healthcare institution. Most importantly, the provider is unable to practice. Fortunately, there is a possibility of license reinstatement. Here are tips...

Facing a board investigation can be one of the most stressful times during a medical professional’s career. It is easy to become overwhelmed by the process and inadvertently commit an error that can negatively impact the outcome of the investigation. However, by understanding the process and...