“The Patient Has The Disease” I will never forget having that epiphany. It was in early on in my oral & maxillofacial surgical residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center probably in the wee-early hours of the morning on call where I heard another surgical resident in another discipline make a statement about a […]
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In November 2015, a personal tragedy shattered Dr Ann Phelan-Adams, leading to months of grief, trauma, and a toxic mix of alcohol, antidepressants, and sedatives. With the support of family, friends, and therapists, she slowly recovered, but her medical board accused her of being impaired due to substance abuse and mental illness, threatening her license
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Practitioner fitness-for-duty exams are designed to ensure that healthcare professionals are capable of performing their duties without compromising patient safety. While these exams can be necessary, they also raise important questions about the rights of practitioners and the potential for misuse. Understanding how to navigate these exams is crucial for protecting your career and personal
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NC Senate Bill 382 (SB 382) had several provisions but perhaps the one which drew the most attention was that which might empower the NC State Board of Dental Examiners (NCBDE) to compel licensees to undergo physical examination and/or testing without a court order. Ostensibly this bill might relate to mental health and substance abuse
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