For as much as we in dentistry are told “burnout” is THE underlying mental health problem within our ranks – is it possible that’s really an oversimplification? Our medical colleagues have developed a deeper understanding into the drivers of dissatisfaction in the healthcare industry – is it really burnout or is it moral injury? In […]
Is It Really Burnout? Read More »
This begins a series of blog posts hopefully to highlight belief systems affecting healthcare seemingly in disarray…legislative boondoggles…proverbial tails wagging the dog. In a previous post, I proposed data that demonstrated the lack of evidence of the need for more continuing education – a la the “MATE Act”. Yet seemingly politicians ostensibly fawning for the
Welcome To “The Clown World” Read More »
Just in case you wondered…right about the time the proponents of the MATE Act decided you should have more opiate compliance continuing education to renew your DEA permit…this little gem came out… Just sayin’…
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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
The Disrupted Physician Read More »
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
On PHP Programs & A Follow-Up On SB 382… Read More »
In 2023 Beth Wood, the North Carolina State Auditor, initiated an audit of the North Carolina Medical Board (NCMB) that revealed significant issues in the board’s oversight of physician misconduct, including obstruction of access to investigation records. This raised concerns about the board’s effectiveness in protecting the public. Subsequently, Wood faced accusations of misusing state-owned
NC Auditor Beth Wood Resigns Amid Controversy Following 2023 NC Medical Board Audit Read More »
Join us for a brief informational presentation on the Mate Act – hope this helps answer all your questions!
Mate Act Explained Read More »
The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has outlined an eight-hour training requirement on the treatment and management of opioid patients. The Medication Access and Training Expansion Act mandates the training for all DEA-registered providers, with the deadline for completion set for the date of a practitioner’s next scheduled DEA registration submission beginning on June 27. Graduates from medical and dental schools are exempt from the requirement. The training does not have to occur in one session, and courses previously undertaken in accordance with state-mandated continuing education will apply.
DEA Issues Guidance on Opioid Treatment Training for Medical Practitioners Read More »
This article discusses the recent approval of the first over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray for use in reversing opioid overdoses. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first over-the-counter (OTC) naloxone nasal spray, Narcan, to help prevent opioid overdoses. The nasal spray is intended for use in adults and adolescents, and the FDA
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The ADA has issued a FAQ (frequently asked questions) providing additional information regarding the 2022 Omnibus Bill with provisions for the MATE Act – which included a controlled substance education requirement for continuing DEA registration. The FAQ suggests further information and guidance will be forthcoming by the end of March. The Act contains exclusions and
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