A Michigan doctor has come under scrutiny after a report by the 7 Investigators in Detroit claimed that he engaged in a series of problematic behaviors while he ran the psychiatry program at Pontiac General Hospital. The doctor has now resigned from one of the hospitals where he was in charge but remains employed in at least two other hospitals where he has control over patients.  

Dr. Nagy Kheir has been accused of pre-signing commitment forms and failing to properly evaluate patients before having them involuntarily committed. Multiple witnesses claim Dr. Kheir allowed his residents, who were not qualified psychiatrists, to fill out his pre-signed forms. Former patients and family members of former patients also claim Dr. Kheir placed financial benefit over patient well-being, frequently prescribing medication and extending hospital stays in order to charge insurance companies, even if the patients did not need them.  

The Michigan Psychiatric Society (MPS) condemns the practice of pre-signing clinical certificates for involuntary psychiatric treatment. Actions like those Dr. Kheir allegedly engaged in can lead to consequences with your professional board. If you are worried about your professional license, the Professional License Defense Team at the Lento Law Firm can help. Contact us today at 888-535-3686 or through our online form so we can discuss your case. 

Understanding the Need for Expediency – With Limits 

Dr. Kheir defended his practices of pre-singing forms and seeing a high volume of patients a day when questioned by the 7 Investigators. He, however, denied all other accusations of unethical conduct and claimed he treated all patients respectfully. However, the number of allegations against him paints a very different picture from the one Dr. Kheir paints for himself. 

Though pre-signing forms might help Dr. Kheir with expediency, it would be beneficial for him to consider the optics of the practice. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Kheir needs to have a relationship with patients that is based on trust. Right now, that trust has been shaken by the perception that he doesn't really care about the well-being of the people under his care. The only way for Dr. Kheir to earn back some of that trust is to demonstrate he's willing to follow the rules and regulations set forth by the Michigan Psychiatric Society (MPS). 

Fighting for the Best Outcome When Facing Possible Board Issues 

Dr. Kheir's case is ongoing, and no complaints to the board have yet been reported. Allegations like the ones against Dr. Kheir, however, might easily result in an investigation that could jeopardize a doctor's ability to practice their profession.  

No professional ever wants to be the target of an investigation by their licensing board. The board wields immense power over a professional's career. They can restrict your license, or even completely revoke it, which could mean the end of the career you've worked so hard for. 

If you are facing an investigation from your professional board, you don't have to face the fight alone. Contact the Professional License Defense Team at the Lento Law Firm at 888-535-3686 today or through our online form, and let us fight for you.