When should a doctor “fire” a patient?

The relationship between doctor and patient is sacrosanct,  and it requires a high level of commitment and trust on both sides. While it’s never pleasant to tell a patient that you will no longer be their physician, protecting your practice and yourself from unnecessary professional liability is important.  9 reasons to end a relationship with…

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When doctor-patient relationships become inappropriate

Doctors owe a duty of care to patients. This means making an accurate and timely diagnosis and administering the appropriate medical treatment. The relationship between doctors and patients should remain professional.  In some cases, doctors may face accusations of having or forming an inappropriate relationship with a patient, which can put their professional license in…

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Common Board of Nursing disciplinary actions

As a nurse, the risk of facing disciplinary action from the State Board of Nursing is a concern you should be aware of, as it can have significant repercussions on your career and reputation within the healthcare community. You could face disciplinary action due to substandard medical care, violating scope of practice, a criminal conviction…

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Small mistakes can lead to scrutiny of pharmaceutical professionals

Pharmaceutical work requires state licensing and absolute precision on the part of medical professionals. Even a tiny error could lead to a poor outcome for a patient. Other types of mistakes could lead to criminal accusations against a pharmacist. Pharmacy fraud is a serious issue that affects not just private health insurance companies and patients…

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