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May 11, 2023Medical License Defense

What is a Remedial Plan Before the Texas Medical Board?

After you have spent years attending classes, passing exams, and completing your residency, obtaining your medical license is a long-awaited milestone. However, even after reaching this major achievement, you still must take care to follow the rules and laws that govern your profession. Violations of those rules or laws can lead to investigations by the Texas Medical Board (TMB), and, ultimately, disciplinary action against your medical license.  Any disciplinary complaint alleging a violation of a...

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May 10, 2023Medical License Defense

Complaints Against Speech-Language Pathologists

Disciplinary actions against your occupational or professional license can be devastating. After all, you have spent countless hours studying to earn the credentials necessary for your license, only to suffer what may be a significant setback to your career. In many occupations, complaints and enforcement actions occur at the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR).  Enlisting the help of a speech-language defense lawyer can help you fight back against the complaint and work to...

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May 08, 2023Medical License Defense

Handling Complaints Against Your EMT Certification

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), a Texas Department of Health and Human Services division, licenses and regulates Paramedics, EMTs, and Emergency Care Attendants (ECAs) in Texas. If you are one of these professionals and a client files a complaint against you, DSHS also handles the complaint and any disciplinary proceedings. Any licensed professionals in this situation should consult an EMT certification defense attorney for help.  Processing Complaints Against EMTs When DSHS receives...

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May 07, 2023Medical License Defense

What Should I Do if the Board of Nursing Refuses to Renew My Nursing License?

Nurses must obtain and periodically renew their licenses through the Texas Board of Nursing (BON). As a result, BON also investigates misconduct allegations and takes necessary enforcement action. Findings of misconduct can lead to a denial of license renewal and other severe consequences. Therefore, having a nursing license defense attorney on your side can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. Conditions for Nursing License Renewal The Nursing Practice Act allows BON...

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March 06, 2023Medical License Defense

Texas Physician Assistant Scope of Practice

As a physician assistant (PA), being closely familiar with your scope of practice can help you ensure that you are not operating outside the limits of your license. Performing duties that you aren't licensed to perform could lead to complaints, disciplinary action, license suspension, or even license revocation. If your license is in jeopardy or if you are facing disciplinary action from the Texas Medical Board (TMB), you'll need an experienced attorney. At Bertolino LLP,...

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March 06, 2023Medical License Defense

Appealing Disciplinary Actions and License Denials with the Texas Medical Board

Licensed medical professionals may face disciplinary action or license denials throughout their careers. If your ability to practice medicine is on the line, you'll need help from a lawyer to successfully navigate the appeals process. At Bertolino LLP, we can connect you with an experienced Texas license defense attorney. Your lawyer can investigate the disciplinary actions you have received and help determine why your license request was declined. From there, they'll gather evidence and draft...

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October 03, 2022Medical License Defense

Obtaining and Renewing Your Texas Medical License

Whether you are hoping to obtain or renew your medical license in Texas, you may be wondering what the requirements are, how long you have before you need to renew your license, or why your license renewal may have been denied.  Keeping your Texas medical license active and in good standing is of utmost importance if you hope to continue with your career. Protect your license with help from a medical license defense attorney at...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense

Do I Have to Report My Arrest to the Texas Medical Board?

When you hold a professional medical license, your future could be in jeopardy if you are arrested and required to notify the Texas Medical Board (TMB) of the charges against you or a criminal conviction. However, that does not mean that all arrests must be reported to the TMB. Before you contact the state licensing board, make sure you contact your medical license defense attorney at Bertolino LLP to find out what your legal obligations...

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September 15, 2022Medical License Defense

What does the Texas Medical Board Do?

Healthcare providers in the state of Texas must secure and maintain their license to practice in order to hold a job serving their patients. The Texas Medical Board oversees the licensing process and addresses complaints that may arise. The Board’s website maintains a searchable database the public can use to verify a physician’s licensure status. Patients and others can also request an investigation when they register a complaint against a practitioner. The Board is comprised of 7...

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How common are complaints against texas doctors and should i worry if i receive one

February 17, 2022Medical License Defense

How Often Are Texas Medical Board Complaints Filed Against Doctors and Should I Worry if I Receive One?

The Texas Medical Board (TMB) receives over 7,000 complaints each year against the medical professionals they regulate. These complaints come from patients, the family members of patients, other health professionals, and other sources. The most common complaints relate to allegations of substandard care, professional incompetence, unprofessional conduct that poses a danger to the public, and mental or physical impairments that impact the ability to practice medicine. The TMB Investigation Phase Receiving a complaint notice from...

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