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If you are under investigation by the New York State Department of Health’s Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) or Office of Professional Discipline (OPD) or suspect that an investigation will take place in the near future, please read on, then contact an experienced OPMC/OPD misconduct defense attorney to discuss what you should bring to […]
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Being under investigation by the New York State Department of Health’s Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) or Office of Professional Discipline (OPD) can be a painful and alienating experience. Like people all over the world and in every possible occupation, you may be drawn to social media. However, you place yourself, your medical career […]
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The public might not realize, or appreciate it, but the work performed by dentists is every bit as important as brain surgery, heart bypasses and other serious medical procedures. Without regular visits to the dentist and adherence to proper oral health regimens, individuals might find it difficult or even impossible to eat, talk or work. […]
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The Office of Professional Discipline, OPD, is the branch of the Department of Education that investigates and prosecutes medical licensees other than physicians and physician assistants. So, if you are a Registered Nurse, a Nurse Practitioner, a Podiatrist, a Psychologist, or other licensed health care provider, be very worried if you receive a letter from […]
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If you face accusations of medical malpractice in New York, please read on, then contact an experienced OPMC/OPD misconduct defense attorney to learn what you should do. You have been accused of medical malpractice in New York – now what? If you have been accused of committing medical malpractice in the Empire State, you should […]
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Thousands of the most passionate and dedicated medical professionals in the world call New York City home. Many of these professionals chose this field in order to help others. Unfortunately, medical professionals can face charges of medical malpractice if they are not careful, potentially risking their careers. But there are actions you can take to […]
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An OPMC investigation is intimidating enough, but the thought that any of its findings might be leaked to the public could destroy your medical career even if you are cleared. If the OPMC has opened a complaint against you, please read on, then contact one of our attorneys skilled in OPMC/OPD misconduct defense to learn […]
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You must know what is at stake and what to expect if you are facing allegations of medical malpractice as a pharmacist. So, please read on, then contact an experienced New York health care professional defense lawyer to learn what you should know about pharmacist malpractice in the state of New York. Can a pharmacist […]
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It is not easy being a medical professional, due to years of specialized schooling, high-stress work environments and the demands of patients. Unfortunately, your career as a medical professional may now be at risk due to an allegation of medical malpractice. These allegations can come in the form of either OPMC or civil complaints. Either […]
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Being accused of misconduct can permanently damage or destroy a nurse’s livelihood and future. But what does nurse misconduct entail and how can someone defend against such charges? If you are a nurse asking yourself that very question, please read on, then contact one of our experienced New York health care professional defense lawyers to […]
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Working in the health care field can be a thankless job. Patients generally do not come to you when they are feeling their best. However, you take pride in your work. If you face charges of medical malpractice and do not have insurance, please read on, then contact one of our experienced New York City […]
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Over the last several years, we here at Walker Medical Law have encountered many physicians who are addicted to drugs or have been, incorrectly, accused of substance abuse. This, of course, is an enormously dangerous situation as any doctor who is not functioning at 100% of his/her mental capacity can be a danger to patients. […]
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If you face accusations of billing fraud, please read on, then contact an experienced New York billing fraud attorney to learn more about defending physicians from a billing audit in New York. What happens in a New York billing audit? Physician billing is one of the most common targets of auditing companies, who seek to […]
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If you have had your medical license revoked and are seeking its restoration, please read on, then contact an experienced New York medical license restoration lawyer to learn what you should know about medical license restoration in the state of New York. How long will you have to wait to have your medical license restored […]
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If you are facing accusations of medical malpractice as a medical professional, you are likely wondering about your options for defense. Our New York health care professional defense lawyers are prepared to assist you. We understand the weight that these accusations can have on a medical professional’s future and livelihood. Our legal team will work […]
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When a medical professional receives allegations against them, they will receive a letter from the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC) stating their plan to investigate their behavior. If this has happened to you, our legal team at Walker Medical Law understands how worrying and stressful this may be, especially if you are an uninsured […]
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If you are facing allegations of misconduct as a medical professional, it is important to understand a malpractice defense attorneys’ role in the process ahead. To learn about physician malpractice defense attorneys and their practice, continue reading and contact our firm. Here are some questions you may have: What does a physician malpractice defense attorney […]
Read MoreIf you are a dentist facing medical malpractice allegations, continue reading to discover what steps you can take next. To discover the most common examples of dental malpractice and the actions that may take place after a dentist is accused of malpractice, read on. For assistance with these allegations, do not hesitate to contact our […]
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Medical professionals, like anyone else, may face hardship in their lives. This may include alcoholism for some. These medical professionals may be concerned about their ability to maintain their medical careers while battling addiction. If a medical professional allows their addiction to impact their practice and patients, they may face consequences after being investigated by […]
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When a physical therapist breaches their duty of care to their patients, a medical malpractice claim may be filed. If you are facing a medical malpractice claim as a physical therapist, it is important to know what to expect. To learn more about physical therapist negligence and the steps you can take with your attorney, […]
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If you are facing medical malpractice accusations as a physician’s assistant, your career may be at stake. To learn what constitutes medical malpractice and the most common examples of physician’sassistant negligence, continue reading. Do not hesitate to contact our experienced New York physician defense lawyers. Our legal team will fight these accusations. We understand the […]
Read MoreIf you have been accused of sexual misconduct as a medical professional, you may face a wide array of serious consequences if you are found guilty. Being convicted of sexual misconduct or inappropriate sexual contact with a patient could risk your medical license being revoked. You may also face criminal prosecution if a civil lawsuit […]
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When a nurse is accused of misconduct during their practice, these accusations can have a huge weight on the nurse’s future and livelihood. To learn more about these accusations and what qualifies as nurse misconduct, continue reading. If you are facing allegations of nurse misconduct, it is important that you retain the services of our […]
Read MoreIt is important that you retain the services of an experienced OPMC/OPD misconduct defense attorney if you are facing a complaint as a medical professional. Medical malpractice allegations can risk a medical professional’s career. To learn the difference between an OPMC complaint and a civil complaint and how our medical defense attorney can assist you, […]
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If you have been accused of malpractice and received a complaint letter from the Office of Professional Medical Conduct, one of the first steps you should take is to reach out to an experienced OPMC/OPD misconduct defense attorney. Being accused of misconduct can risk any medical professional’s career and livelihood. The OPMC will launch an […]
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When a pharmacist acts negligently in their practice, they can be held liable for medical malpractice. A pharmacist has a wide range of responsibilities to their patients. Any type of negligence when handling medication can result in serious harm. If you are facing allegations of malpractice as a pharmacist, you must know what to expect […]
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If you are facing discipline by the Office of Professional Medical Conduct, you are likely wondering what information about this discipline is made public. To discover the answer to this question, continue reading. If you are facing OPMC discipline, you require the assistance of an experienced OPMC/OPD misconduct defense attorney. Our legal team at Walker Medical Law […]
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Medical professionals chose their careers to help others. New York City is home to some of the most passionate and dedicated medical professionals. However, if medical professionals are not careful, they can risk facing charges of medical malpractice which can put their careers on the line. If you are a medical professional in New York […]
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When a medical professional acts negligently, they may be accused of misconduct, which will prompt an investigation by the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC). The OPMC’s responsibility is to ensure that medical professionals maintain a standard of care throughout their practice. When an individual is found guilty of misconduct, this can severely impact their […]
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HIPPA was created in 1996 to prohibit medical professionals from disclosing patient information. To learn more about HIPAA and what is considered a HIPAA violation, continue reading and reach out to our experienced New York medical misconduct defense attorney. Here are some questions you may have: What is HIPAA? Patients of medical professionals deserve to […]
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There are many ways that medical professionals may risk losing their medical licenses. One of the ways that this may occur is through allegations of medical malpractice by harming a patient physically. Another way that a physician may risk losing their license is by being accused of insurance fraud. This does not have as severe […]
Read MoreAll physicians must meet strict standards in their practice. Mistakes made by a physician due to negligence can lead to serious consequences. This may prompt an accusation of medical misconduct. When a doctor is accused of medical misconduct, an investigation will be launched by the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC). To learn more about […]
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