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Why would a real estate agent lose their license?
A real estate agent must have a license in order to work legally, similarly to how doctors and nurses need to have a valid license. If they lose this license for some reason, it’s impossible for them to continue in their career. But it’s often easier for people to understand why a doctor or a…
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3 tips for medical professionals on social media
Social media has invaded nearly every corner of life, and it has dramatically changed how people relate to each other. It’s not at all unusual for medical professionals of all kinds – emergency room doctors, nurses, dermatologists and more – to have their own YouTube channel or TikTok feed. Unfortunately, social media also provides a…
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Can a PLLC help protect your professional license?
If you are a partner in a professional business or have a private practice, it is important to structure the organization in a manner that will help shield you from liabilities. Common business entities to consider include a partnership, LLC (limited liability company) or sole corporation. These entities offer some protection but may not extend…
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Can an arrest lead to the loss of your medical license?
As a physician, people tend to hold you in high regard and expect you to always act with integrity. But what happens if you are accused of breaking the law? Can an arrest lead to the loss of your medical license? If you are facing any kind of criminal charges, you must know to protect…
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What could cause you to lose your marriage counseling license?
Working as a marriage counselor puts you in a unique position. You can help couples who are struggling with their marriage but also interact with them at low or vulnerable points in their life. A misstep or wrong action can lead to legal trouble if you aren’t careful. In fact, some things may cause you…
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Can understaffing lead to nursing malpractice?
Understaffing is a perennial problem in most healthcare facilities. This is partly due to the shortage of qualified healthcare providers like nurses. It also happens when hospitals deliberately keep their workforce low to reduce operational costs while increasing their profits. However, this cost management strategy can put patients’ lives at risk and lead to costly…
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Can a personal complaint by a patient cost your medical license?
Physicians practicing medicine in Pennsylvania must have a license. The same is true of nurses, chiropractors and many other medical professionals. To obtain your job, you needed to complete specialized training and pass a state test. You had to submit documentation to the relevant licensing board. You also pay a fee for the privilege of…
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How could breaching patient confidentiality affect your license?
If you work as a doctor, nurse or dentist, you are subject to strict rules regarding patient confidentiality. A breach, whether intentional or accidental, could put your license to practice at risk. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) sets out the rules you need to abide by when dealing with sensitive…
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My nursing license has been suspended. Can I appeal?
You have made sacrifices to pursue your nursing studies and reached a significant milestone in your life. You are a licensed nurse. Unfortunately, a single mistake can throw all these away. The good news, however, is that with the right defense, you can appeal and restore a suspended nursing license so you can continue doing…
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Can PNAP help you keep your nursing license?
Drug addiction – and opioid addiction in particular – has become an issue that affects people in every line of work. Nurses are certainly no exception. The immense stress, long hours and access to drugs that go along with this occupation all make nurses as well as other medical professionals susceptible to falling victim to…