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The medical license of a prominent local orthopedic surgeon has been suspended because of his alcohol and drug?

what would you do if this was the same doctor that performed surgery on you

full article stated that he was drinking and under the influence while practicing

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  • july
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    If it was the doctor that performed the tendon surgery that you mentioned in a previous Question, you may want to contact your state Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. (For instance, ours in Oklahoma is called the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.) The Board should have a website where you can contact them for a formal complaint. Depending on your state, you may also be able to look up whether this surgeon has ever had action taken against his license. Without knowing your state, I can't suggest further action. (Medical boards do take these complaints seriously, though.)

    It doesn't sound as if your tendon surgery was successful; the surgeon should have at least ordered physical therapy if you were still having difficulty with your mobility.

    Source(s): Healthcare teaching assistant.
  • elpi
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    No harm, no foul.

    What is your question?

    Source(s): I am a biologist.
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