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How will a felony charge affect my license?
As a medical professional, your medical license is a privilege. While you did earn it, you did not earn the right to keep it. If you violate the rules and regulations of licensing, you could lose it. One particular area of concern is when it comes to criminal...
How to inform patients about confidentiality limits
As a psychologist, counselor or psychiatrist, you have a legal and ethical obligation to disclose information about a patient under certain circumstances. If you receive a court order, or a client tells you about a threat of harm to self or others, you must report...
How does patient-doctor confidentiality work?
The confidentiality agreement between a doctor and a patient is something that you must uphold at all costs. It is not something to take lightly. The American Academy of Family Physicians explains that you have strict responsibility to ensure the privacy of your...
Can substance abuse treatment cause me to lose my license?
Many physicians and medical professionals in Pennsylvania resist treatment for addiction out of fear of losing their license. Over time, addiction is becoming less stigmatized, but unfortunately, it can still result in the loss of the right to practice your...
What are the continuing education requirements for a medical license?
Once you secure your medical license, you must continue your education so that you can keep your license valid and avoid a suspension. The Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine sets the continuing education requirements. The basic requirement is that you must have 100...
