Personal relationships between doctors and their patients are fraught with danger and can lead to serious consequences. A university doctor's medical license was suspended for one year after he engaged in an inappropriate relationship with a patient while she was under his care.

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Doctor's License Suspended for One Year as a Result of Inappropriate Relationship

A doctor working at the student health center at Mississippi State University admitted that he had a sexual relationship with a student. The doctor started treating her while she was an undergraduate; later, when she was in graduate school, a sexual relationship developed. The doctor testified that when the sexual relationship began, he had transitioned her care to other physicians and stopped writing her prescriptions. He believed that the physician/patient relationship had ended. However, there was no written record that the doctor formally terminated the professional relationship, and the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure found that the doctor engaged in professional misconduct. The Board suspended the doctor's medical license for one year and ordered him to undergo rehabilitative treatment focused on medical ethics, professionalism, and boundary training.

Physician/Patient Relationships Are a Minefield

This matter demonstrates the complicated nature of relationships between doctors and their patients. Although the doctor had taken steps to curtail his treatment of the patient, the state medical licensure board found that the physician/patient relationship had not been terminated.

It is crucial to have strong representation in any matter before a state medical board, particularly in fact-sensitive cases such as this. The Lento Law Firm and its Professional License Defense Team will conduct a thorough investigation and present the facts in their most favorable light. The finding of an inappropriate relationship with a patient can result in severe consequences and may even result in a loss of your license. Trust the Lento Law Firm team to advocate for you.

The Lento Law Firm Professional License Defense Team Has the Experience You Need

For many years, the Lento Law Firm has defended doctors and other healthcare professionals nationwide in numerous licensing board matters, including ethical violations and other professional misconduct. We understand the sensitive nature of these proceedings, and that an adverse finding can result in harsh punishment. If you're facing an allegation of misconduct, our team stands ready to help.

The Lento Law Firm Professional License Defense Team has the experience you need to negotiate a fair resolution. Call 888-535-3686 or use our contact form to consult with one of our professionals. All information will be held in strict confidence.