For every medical professional, the medical license is critical to being able to maintain a career. If you lose your license, you cannot continue working as a nurse, doctor or physician. If you are facing an investigation from the medical board, you need to protect...
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Mental health issues and medical licenses
Physicians and prospective doctors face a number of challenges in their careers, such as anxiety about obtaining or keeping their medical license, work-related hardships, financial problems (especially with the high levels of debt many incur during their education)...
What happens if your nursing license is suspended?
Pennsylvania nurses work hard to get their licenses. Because of that, having your license suspended is a heavy blow. It is important to discuss the possibility of a license suspension. If you end up facing this, it has very real affects. Today we will take a look at...
Understanding the legal ramifications of a POLST
The Pennsylvania Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment is a document designed to help a patient receive the type of end-of-life care he or she desires. As a medical professional, understanding this form helps you give better treatment to patients and to avoid legal...
What are confidentiality limits in psychology?
As a psychologist, both federal law and the American Psychological Association's code of ethics require you to maintain clients' confidentiality. When patients feel comfortable being completely open and honest, treatment can be much more effective. However, sometimes...