Welcome to the Medical Board of California Licensee Profile search page. Here you will find profiles for all physicians and other allied health care providers who are licensed/registered in the state of California.
Physician Profile Descriptions
The Medical Board of California (Board) wants you to be an informed patient. A physician’s profile
contains all the information available to the Board and authorized by the law to be posted about a physician.
Important information on the profile includes the fact the physician is licensed, the status of the physician’s
license, and whether or not the physician has had any administrative or disciplinary action taken against their
license by the Board or another State or Federal Government Agency. The profile also includes information regarding
the physician’s practice location and the physician’s specialty or areas of practice. Lastly, at the bottom of the
physician’s profile are links to the actual documents related to the actions the Board has available on a physician.
In order to obtain all the information regarding a physician, it is recommended that you review all of these documents.
Please be sure when you are reviewing a physician’s profile to review the entire profile by scrolling all the way to the
bottom of the physician’s profile.
The sample physician profile below can be used to assist you in understanding the information on the physician’s profile.
Please scroll over and click on the various titles below to obtain definitions and important information to assist you when
reviewing a physician’s profile.
All of this information will aid you in making an informed decision about a physician.
However, should you have additional questions, you may contact the Medical Board
of California at 1-800-633-2322 or via email at webmaster@mbc.ca.gov. In addition, the Board recommends that if you have
any questions regarding the information posted on a physician’s profile you discuss
that information with the physician.
Represents the license number given to the physician by the Medical Board of California when the physician’s and surgeon’s license was issued. When the License Type is included with this number, it is unique to the individual physician.
License Type
Represents the physician’s pathway to licensure for a physician as described below:
License Type ‘A’ - Licensee is a U.S. or Canadian medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on: 1) The FLEX, USMLE or LMCC written examination and has been licensed less than four years in another state, OR 2) An international medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on the above exams or approved combinations of the NBME, FLEX, and USMLE.
Type C — Licensee is a U.S., Canadian, or international medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on licensure in another state for four or more years.
Additionally, international graduates may also be subject to the C-SPEX examination.
Type G — Licensee is a U.S. or Canadian medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on the NBME examination.
Name
Represents the name the physician submitted on the application for a physician’s and surgeon’s license or the name
that was provided by the physician through an official name change request. This is the name the licensee should
be using to practice medicine in the State of California.
License Type
Represents the physician’s pathway to licensure for a physician as described below:
License Type ‘A’ - Licensee is a U.S. or Canadian medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on: 1) The FLEX, USMLE,
or LMCC written examination and has been licensed less than four years in another state, OR 2) An international medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on the above exams or approved combinations of the NBME, FLEX, and USMLE.
Type C — Licensee is a U.S., Canadian, or international medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was based on licensure in another state for four or more years.
Additionally, international graduates may also be subject to the C-SPEX examination.
Type G — Licensee is a U.S. or Canadian medical school graduate whose pathway to licensure was
based on the NBME examination.
License Status
This status indicates the physician’s primary license status with the Medical Board of California as described below:
Current The physician is licensed and can practice medicine in California unless otherwise indicated in the secondary status field, below.
Delinquent The physician is licensed, however the license renewal fee has not been paid. Therefore, the physician cannot practice medicine.
Renewal Pending The physician is licensed and has paid the license renewal fee, however, the physician has not met all requirements for renewing the license. The physician can practice medicine unless the license Expiration Date is past the Current Date.
Expiration Date Represents the date the physician’s license expires, if not renewed.
Current Date This date and time is placed on the Physician Profile based on when it is opened for viewing.
Canceled The physician requested to voluntarily cancel the license, or the license has been expired for at least five years and the physician has not paid the license renewal fee. The physician cannot practice medicine.
Deceased The physician is deceased.
Revoked The physician’s license is revoked as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being revoked, review the Accusation or the Decision that can be viewed under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Administrative Disciplinary Action An administrative disciplinary action is any action taken by the Board against a physician’s license. This action is the result of a violation or alleged violation of the Medical Practice Act after an investigation has been completed by the Board. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the Board has taken an action against the physician’s license. To view this action click on the word “Found” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to see a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
If applicable, the information publicly disclosed lists the following:
Accusation, petition to revoke, or accusation and petition to revoke
If disclosed, this means the Board has filed an accusation, petition to revoke, or an accusation and petition to revoke against the physician’s license. This document is a formal charge by the Board alleging the physician violated the Medical Practice Act. This is the result of a fully investigated complaint that has been referred to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution. This is the initial step of the Board’s disciplinary process. The physician has not had a hearing or been found guilty of any charges. Practice is permitted unless otherwise specified. To know the reasons for the action being filed, review the accusation, petition to revoke probation, or the accusation and petition to revoke probation by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Revocation of license
If disclosed, this means the physician’s license is revoked as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being revoked, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Surrender of license
If disclosed, this means the physician surrendered the license in order to resolve an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician surrendering the license, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
License placed on probation
If disclosed, this means the physician’s license has been placed on probation as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The probation is ordered for a specific period of time during which the physician must comply with specified terms and conditions and report to a Board probation monitor. The physician can practice medicine unless otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. To know the reasons for the physician being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Suspension/cease practice order, interim suspension order, automatic suspension order, out-of-state suspension order, stipulated agreement to suspend or restrict the practice of medicine
If disclosed, this means the physician’s license to practice has been temporarily restricted or suspended. The physician’s practice is limited or no practice is allowed while the suspension/restriction is in place. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being restricted or suspended, review the documents by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Other decisions
If disclosed, this means the physician was issued a disciplinary order. To know the reasons for the disciplinary order and the action taken, review the documents by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Public reprimand
If disclosed, this means the physician was publicly reprimanded for a minor violation(s) of the law. This is considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the public reprimand being issued, review the Accusation, Decision, or Public Letter of Reprimand by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Petition for reconsideration granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician’s license has been stayed (put on hold) pending the Board’s reconsideration. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Stay order granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician’s license has been stayed (put on hold) by the Board or the Superior Court. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Surrendered The physician surrendered the license in order to resolve an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician surrendering the license, review the Accusation or the Decision that can be viewed under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Current Temp The physician was issued a temporary 150-day license for noncompliance with a judgment or order for family support. The physician can practice medicine until the Expiration Date. Any questions regarding this information should be directed to the Department of Consumer Affairs' Family Support Unit at (916) 574-8018.
Expiration Date Represents the date the physician’s license expires, if not renewed.
Family Support Suspension The physician’s license is suspended for noncompliance with a judgment or order for family support. The physician cannot practice medicine. Any questions regarding this information should be directed to the Department of Consumer Affairs' Family Support Unit at (916) 574-8018.
Denied Renewal The physician’s license is denied for noncompliance with a judgment or order for family support. The physician cannot practice medicine. Any questions regarding this information should be directed to the Department of Consumer Affairs' Family Support Unit at (916) 574-8018.
Fee Exemption
The physician has a license, however, it is limited as defined by the following classifications:
Disabled
The physician is unable to practice due to a disability. The physician cannot practice medicine.
Military
The physician is licensed, however, the practice is limited to military service including military dependents.
Retired
The physician retired their license. The physician cannot practice medicine.
Voluntary Service
The physician has a license, however, it is limited to providing voluntary services with no payment allowed for the medical services.
Secondary Status
This status displays important additional information relating to the physician’s license as described below:
Accu Filed and Pend Against Licensee
The Board filed an accusation, petition to revoke probation, or an accusation and petition to revoke
probation against the physician’s license. This document is a formal charge by the Board alleging the
physician violated the Medical Practice Act. This is the result of a fully investigated complaint that
has been referred to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution. This is the initial step of the Board’s
disciplinary process. The physician has not had a hearing or been found guilty of any charges. Practice is
permitted unless otherwise specified. To know the reasons for the action being filed, review the accusation,
petition to revoke probation, or the accusation and petition to revoke probation under the Administrative
Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until a
final decision is rendered.
Administrative Disciplinary Action
An administrative disciplinary action is any action taken by the Board against a physician's license. This action is the result of a violation or alleged violation of the Medical Practice Act after an investigation has been completed by the Board. If the words "None found" are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word "Found," followed by a number, is listed, the Board has taken an action against the physician's license. To view this action click on the word "Found" and on the following screen, click on the "URL Link" to see a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
If applicable, the information publicly disclosed lists the following:
Accusation, petition to revoke, or accusation and petition to revoke
If disclosed, this means the Board has filed an accusation, petition to revoke, or an accusation and petition to revoke against the physician's license. This document is a formal charge by the Board alleging the physician violated the Medical Practice Act. This is the result of a fully investigated complaint that has been referred to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution. This is the initial step of the Board's disciplinary process. The physician has not had a hearing or been found guilty of any charges. Practice is permitted unless otherwise specified. To know the reasons for the action being filed, review the accusation, petition to revoke probation, or the accusation and petition to revoke probation by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Revocation of license
If disclosed, this means the physician's license is revoked as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician's license being revoked, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Surrender of license
If disclosed, this means the physician surrendered the license in order to resolve an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician surrendering the license, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
License placed on probation
If disclosed, this means the physician's license has been placed on probation as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The probation is ordered for a specific period of time during which the physician must comply with specified terms and conditions and report to a Board probation monitor. The physician can practice medicine unless otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. To know the reasons for the physician being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Suspension/cease practice order, interim suspension order, automatic suspension order, out-of-state suspension order, stipulated agreement to suspend or restrict the practice of medicine
If disclosed, this means the physician's license to practice has been temporarily restricted or suspended. The physician's practice is limited or no practice is allowed while the suspension/restriction is in place. To know the reasons for the physician's license being restricted or suspended, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Other decisions
If disclosed, this means the physician was issued a disciplinary order. To know the reasons for the disciplinary order and the action taken, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Public reprimand
If disclosed, this means the physician was publicly reprimanded for a minor violation(s) of the law. This is considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the public reprimand being issued, review the Accusation, Decision, or Public Letter of Reprimand by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Petition for reconsideration granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician's license has been stayed (put on hold) pending the Board's reconsideration. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Stay order granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician's license has been stayed (put on hold) by the Board or the Superior Court. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Suspended
The physician’s license has been suspended as a result of Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine.
To know the reasons for the physician’s license being suspended, review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action or the
Court Order field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until the suspension no longer remains in effect.
Court Order
This is an order issued by a municipal, criminal, or superior court judge. The order will contain a
suspension or restriction of the physician’s ability to practice medicine. If the words “None found” are
listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word
“Found,” followed by a number is listed, the Board has received a court order related to the physician’s practice.
To view this action, click on the word “Found,” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to see a list
of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Pract Temp Restr/Susp by Admin Law Judge
The physician’s license to practice has been temporarily restricted or suspended by an Administrative Law Judge. The physician’s
practice is limited or no practice is allowed while the suspension is in place. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being
restricted or suspended, review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains
on the physician’s profile until the restriction or suspension no longer remains in effect.
Pract Temp Restr or Susp by Court Judge
The physician’s license to practice has been temporarily restricted or suspended by a court order. The physician’s practice is
limited or no practice is allowed while the suspension is in place. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being restricted
or suspended, review the documents under the Court Order field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until
the restriction or suspension no longer remains in effect.
Suspended Pursuant Section 2236.1
The physician’s license is suspended due to incarceration following a felony conviction. The physician cannot practice medicine while the
license is suspended. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being suspended, review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary
Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until the suspension no longer remains in effect.
Prt/Full Lic Rest Pursu Penal Cde Sec 23
The physician’s practice has been temporarily restricted or prohibited pursuant to a court order. The physician’s practice is restricted
or no practice is allowed while the order is in place. To know the reasons for the physician’s practice being restricted or prohibited, review
the documents under the Court Order field on the profile.
This information remains on the physician’s profile until the practice restriction or prohibition no longer remains in effect.
Susp by Another State or Fed Government
The physician’s license has been suspended due to action taken by another state or the federal government agency.
The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician’s license being suspended, review the documents under
the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until the suspension
no longer remains in effect.
Limitations on Practice
Limitations have been placed on the physician’s practice. To know the reasons for the physician’s practice being limited,
review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action or the Court Order field on the profile. This information remains
on the physician’s profile until the limitation no longer remains in effect.
License Suspended Pursuant to B&P Code section 494.5
The physician’s license is suspended because their name was on the Franchise Tax Board’s certified list of persons who have
the 500 largest tax delinquencies. The physician cannot practice medicine. The Board has no further information regarding this suspension.
For additional information, please contact the Franchise Tax Board at (888) 426-8555.
Probation – Licensee Placed on Probation
The physician’s license has been placed on probation as a result of Administrative Disciplinary Action. The probation is ordered
for a specific period of time during which the physician must comply with specified terms and conditions and report to a Board probation
monitor. The physician can practice medicine unless otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information
is listed on the profile. To know the reasons for the physician being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision under
the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Prob/Susp-Prob Includes Actual Susp
The physician’s license has been placed on probation as a result of Administrative Disciplinary Action. In addition, a condition of
probation includes a suspension of the physician’s license for a specific period of time. The physician cannot practice while the license is
suspended. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. To know the reasons for the physician being
placed on probation and suspension, review the Accusation or the
Decision under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Probationary License
The physician was issued a license on a probationary basis subject to terms and conditions. The physician can practice medicine
unless otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. To know the
reasons for the physician being issued a probationary license, review the Decision under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field
on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile while the physician is on probation.
Probation Completed
The physician successfully completed the probation ordered by the Board. To know the reasons for the physician being placed on
probation, review the Accusation or the Decision under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information
remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Prior Probation Completed
The physician successfully completed the probation ordered by the Board, however, the physician is on a subsequent probation. To know the reasons
for the physician being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision under
the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Public Reprimand
The physician was publicly reprimanded for a minor violation(s) of the law. This is considered disciplinary action.
To know the reasons for the public reprimand being issued, review the Accusation, Decision, or Public Letter of Reprimand under the Administrative
Disciplinary Action field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile for ten years from the effective date of the action.
Licensing PLR Issued (Non Disciplinary)
Due to a minor violation, a Public Letter of Reprimand was issued to the physician at the time the license was issued. This is not
considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the Public Letter of Reprimand being issued, the document can be viewed under the
License Issued with Public Letter of Reprimand
(Non-Disciplinary) field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile for three years from the date of issuance.
License Issued with Public Letter of Reprimand (Non-Disciplinary)
The Medical Board of California may concurrently issue the physician a medical license and a Public Letter of
Reprimand for a minor violation that does not require probationary status or warrant denial of licensure. The issuance of
a Public Letter of Reprimand is not considered disciplinary action and is not reported to the National Practitioner
Databank or the Federation of State Medical Boards. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the
physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the Board
has issued a Public Letter of Reprimand to the physician. To view the Public Letter of Reprimand, click on the word “Found”
and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the
individual.
Other Disciplinary Decision
To know the reasons for the disciplinary order and the action taken, review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action
field on the profile.
Non-Completion of Probation
The physician did not complete the term of probation issued by the Board. To know the reasons for the physician
being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile.
This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Stay Order Issued Stop Exec. of Decision
The Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician’s license has been stayed (put on hold) pending the Board’s
reconsideration or judicial review by a Superior Court. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents under the
Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile.
Order Vacating Decision
The Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician’s license has been set aside (put on hold) pending further
action by the Board. To know the reasons for the order to vacate, review the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action
field on the profile.
Citation Issued
The physician was issued a citation and/or fine for a minor violation(s) of the law, which was not appealed by the physician.
This is not considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the Citation being issued, the document can be viewed under the
Administrative Citation Issued field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile until the matter is resolved.
Citation Resolved
The physician was issued a citation and/or fine for a minor violation(s) of the law, which has been resolved. This is not
considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the Citation being issued, the document can be viewed under the Administrative
Citation Issued field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile for three years from the date of resolution.
Misdemeanor Conviction
The physician was convicted of a misdemeanor that occurred after January 1, 2007, and resulted in an accusation or disciplinary action being
filed by the Board.
Review the Accusation or the Decision under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the profile to learn more information on the misdemeanor.
Felony Conviction
The physician was convicted of a felony. For more information regarding the felony conviction, contact the court of
jurisdiction identified in the Felony Conviction field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Disciplined by Other State/Fed Govt
The physician’s license issued by another state or federal government agency has been disciplined. For more information
regarding the action, contact the state or government agency identified in the Administrative Action Taken by Other State or Federal
Government field on the profile.
Administrative Action Taken by Other State or Federal Government
The Board is notified if a physician licensed in California has had action taken against a license the physician holds in another state/federal government agency.
The Medical Board reviews all such reported actions and takes action if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred.
If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has not had any other state of federal government action reported
to the Board for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has had other state or federal government
action reported to the Board. To view information regarding this action click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will
provide the Jurisdiction, Description of Action and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public
document available from the Board concerning this action. For more information or verification, contact the agency under the Jurisdiction. If the
Board has taken action based upon the other state or federal government action, more information regarding the action may be found by looking at the
documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the physician’s profile.
Hospital Discipline per B&P Code section 805
The physician’s hospital privileges were terminated or revoked for a medical disciplinary cause or reason.
This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely unless a court finds the action was conducted in bad faith.
If the hospital privileges are restored, the information remains on the physician’s profile for 10 years from the restoration date.
Malpractice Judgment
A malpractice judgment has been rendered against the physician by a civil court. For more information regarding the judgment,
contact the court of jurisdiction identified in the Malpractice Judgment field on the profile. This information remains on the
physician’s profile indefinitely.
Malpractice Judgment
The law requires the Board be notified of all malpractice judgments for damages for death or personal injury caused by the
physician’s alleged negligence, error, omission in practice, or by their rendering of unauthorized professional services.
The Medical Board reviews all such reported judgments and takes action if it is determined that a violation of the Medical
Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no malpractice
judgments reported to the Board for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician
has received a malpractice judgment. To view information regarding this judgment click on the word “Found.” The information
on the subsequent screen will provide the Court, Docket, Judgment Amount, and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed
on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board concerning this action. The Medical
Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of the judgment report or any other information concerning the judgment.
For more information contact the court of jurisdiction. If the Board has taken action based upon the malpractice judgment,
more information regarding the judgment may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action
field on the physician’s profile.
Arbitration Award
A malpractice arbitration award rendered against the physician by a neutral third party arbitrator has been paid. For more information regarding the arbitration award, view the information listed under the Arbitration Award field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile indefinitely.
Arbitration Award
The law requires the Board be notified of all arbitration awards for damages for death or personal injury caused by the
physician’s alleged negligence, error, omission in practice, or by their rendering of unauthorized professional services.
An arbitration award is a payment for damages in a civil case. The Medical Board reviews all such reported arbitration awards,
and action is taken only if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found”
are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no arbitration awards reported to the Board for public disclosure. If
the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has paid an arbitration award. To view information regarding
this judgment click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will provide the Arbitrator, Docket Number,
Amount of Award, and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document
available from the Board concerning this action. The Medical Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of the arbitration
award report or any other information concerning the award. If the Board has taken action based upon the arbitration award, more
information regarding the award may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on
the physician’s profile.
Malpractice Settlements
The licensee resolved a malpractice claim by settlement. For more information regarding the malpractice settlement, view the
information listed under the Malpractice Settlements field on the profile. This information remains on the physician’s profile during
each five-year period that the licensee has 3 or 4 settlements.
Voluntary Limitations on Practice
The physician signed an agreement to limit their practice. The limitation is identified by scrolling over the question mark at the end of the description.
Inactive
The physician placed their license in inactive status. The physician cannot practice medicine.
School Name
Represents the name of the medical school where the physician graduated.
Date of Graduation
Represents the physician’s medical school graduation date. In some instances, the month and date of graduation may not be available.
Thus, the graduation date will display as ‘01/01/YYYY’ with the ‘YYYY’ representing the year of graduation.
Address of Record
Represents the physician’s public address of record as supplied to the Board by the physician. This address may not represent the physician’s actual practice location.
Original Issuance Date
Represents the date the physician’s license was initially issued by the Board.
Expiration Date
Represents the date the physician’s license expires, if not renewed.
Current Date
This date and time is placed on the Physician Profile based on when it is opened for viewing.
An administrative disciplinary action is any action taken by the Board against a physician's license. This action is the result of a violation or alleged violation of the Medical Practice Act after an investigation has been completed by the Board. If the words "None found" are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word "Found," followed by a number, is listed, the Board has taken an action against the physician's license. To view this action click on the word "Found" and on the following screen, click on the "URL Link" to see a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
If applicable, the information publicly disclosed lists the following:
Accusation, petition to revoke, or accusation and petition to revoke
If disclosed, this means the Board has filed an accusation, petition to revoke, or an accusation and petition to revoke against the physician's license. This document is a formal charge by the Board alleging the physician violated the Medical Practice Act. This is the result of a fully investigated complaint that has been referred to the Attorney General's Office for prosecution. This is the initial step of the Board's disciplinary process. The physician has not had a hearing or been found guilty of any charges. Practice is permitted unless otherwise specified. To know the reasons for the action being filed, review the accusation, petition to revoke probation, or the accusation and petition to revoke probation by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Revocation of license
If disclosed, this means the physician's license is revoked as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician's license being revoked, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Surrender of license
If disclosed, this means the physician surrendered the license in order to resolve an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The physician cannot practice medicine. To know the reasons for the physician surrendering the license, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
License placed on probation
If disclosed, this means the physician's license has been placed on probation as a result of an Administrative Disciplinary Action. The probation is ordered for a specific period of time during which the physician must comply with specified terms and conditions and report to a Board probation monitor. The physician can practice medicine unless otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. To know the reasons for the physician being placed on probation, review the Accusation or the Decision by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Suspension/cease practice order, interim suspension order, automatic suspension order, out-of-state suspension order, stipulated agreement to suspend or restrict the practice of medicine
If disclosed, this means the physician's license to practice has been temporarily restricted or suspended. The physician's practice is limited or no practice is allowed while the suspension/restriction is in place. To know the reasons for the physician's license being restricted or suspended, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Other decisions
If disclosed, this means the physician was issued a disciplinary order. To know the reasons for the disciplinary order and the action taken, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Public reprimand
If disclosed, this means the physician was publicly reprimanded for a minor violation(s) of the law. This is considered disciplinary action. To know the reasons for the public reprimand being issued, review the Accusation, Decision, or Public Letter of Reprimand by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Petition for reconsideration granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician's license has been stayed (put on hold) pending the Board's reconsideration. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Stay order granted
If disclosed, this means the Board's decision to impose discipline against the physician's license has been stayed (put on hold) by the Board or the Superior Court. To know the reasons for the stay order, review the documents by clicking on the "URL Link" to take you to a list of the Board's public documents relating to the individual.
Felony Conviction
The law requires that the Board be notified of felony convictions related to a physician. The information provided only includes felony
convictions that are known to the Board. All felony convictions known to the Board are reviewed and administrative action is taken only
if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title,
the physician has no felony convictions available to the Board for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed,
the physician has received a felony conviction. To view information regarding this conviction click on the word “Found.” The information on
the subsequent screen will provide the Court, Docket, Description of Action, Sentence and Effective Date of Action. Although a URL link is
listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board concerning this action. For more information
regarding felony convictions, contact the court of jurisdiction. If the Board has taken action based upon the felony conviction, more
information regarding the felony conviction can also be found by looking at the documents found under the Administrative Disciplinary
Action field on the physician’s profile.
Administrative Action Taken by Other State or Federal Government
The Board is notified if a physician licensed in California has had action taken against a license the physician holds in another
state/federal government agency. The Medical Board reviews all such reported actions and takes action if it is determined that a
violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has
not had any other state of federal government action reported to the Board for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a
number, is listed, the physician has had other state or federal government action reported to the Board. To view information regarding
this action click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will provide the Jurisdiction, Description of Action and
Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board concerning
this action. For more information or verification, contact the agency under the Jurisdiction. If the Board has taken action based upon the
other state or federal government action, more information regarding the action may be found by looking at the documents under the
Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the physician’s profile.
Court Order
This is an order issued by a municipal, criminal, or superior court judge. The order will contain a suspension or restriction of the
physician’s ability to practice medicine. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions
available for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number is listed, the Board has received a court order related to the
physician’s practice. To view this action, click on the word “Found,” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to see a list
of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Misdemeanor Conviction
The law requires the Board to post all misdemeanor convictions resulting in a disciplinary action or an accusation that is not
subsequently withdrawn or dismissed. In addition, upon receipt of a certified copy of an expungement order, the Board will post
notification of the expungement order. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no convictions
that meet the reporting requirements. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has received a misdemeanor
conviction that meets the reporting requirements. To view information regarding this conviction, click on the word “Found.” The information
on the subsequent screen will provide the Court, Docket, Description of Action, Sentence and Effective Date of Action. Although a URL link
is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board concerning this action. However, more
information regarding this misdemeanor conviction can be found by looking at the Accusation and/or Decision found under the Administrative
Disciplinary Action field on the physician’s profile. Please be aware that not all misdemeanors are listed, only those that resulted in the
Board filing an accusation or taking disciplinary action.
Probationary License
The physician was issued a license on a probationary basis subject to terms and conditions. The physician can practice medicine unless
otherwise specified. The probation has not been completed as long as this information is listed on the profile. If the words “None found”
are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a
number, is listed, the Board has issued a probationary license to the physician. To view the probationary license document, click on the
word “Found” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the
individual.
Malpractice Judgment
The law requires the Board be notified of all malpractice judgments for damages for death or personal injury caused by the physician’s
alleged negligence, error, omission in practice, or by their rendering of unauthorized professional services. The Medical Board
reviews all such reported judgments and takes action if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the
words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no malpractice judgments reported to the Board for public
disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has received a malpractice judgment. To view information
regarding this judgment click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will provide the Court, Docket, Judgment Amount,
and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board
concerning this action. The Medical Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of the judgment report or any other information concerning
the judgment. For more information contact the court of jurisdiction. If the Board has taken action based upon the malpractice judgment, more
information regarding the judgment may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the physician’s profile.
Hospital Disciplinary Action
The law requires the Board be notified if a healthcare facility terminates or revokes a physician’s staff privileges to provide
healthcare services at the facility and it was based upon a medical disciplinary cause or reason. The Medical Board reviews all such
reported actions and takes action if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found”
are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no hospital disciplinary action reported to the Board meeting the requirements
for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has received a hospital disciplinary action.
To view information regarding this action click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will provide the Healthcare
Facility, Description of Action and Effective Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no
public document available from the Board concerning this action. The Medical Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of the action
or any other information concerning the action. If the Board has taken action based upon the hospital disciplinary action, more information
regarding the action may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the physician’s profile.
License Issued with Public Letter of Reprimand (Non-Disciplinary)
The Medical Board of California may concurrently issue the physician a medical license and a Public Letter of Reprimand for a minor
violation that does not require probationary status or warrant denial of licensure. The issuance of a Public Letter of Reprimand is not
considered disciplinary action and is not reported to the National Practitioner Databank or the Federation of State Medical Boards.
If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no actions available for public disclosure. If the word
“Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the Board has issued a Public Letter of Reprimand to the physician. To view the Public Letter of
Reprimand, click on the word “Found” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public
documents relating to the individual.
Administrative Citation Issued
A citation and/or fine was issued to a physician for a minor violation of the law. This is not considered disciplinary action under
California law but is an administrative action. Payment of the fine amount represents satisfactory resolution of this matter. If the
words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no citations available for public disclosure. If the word
“Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the Board has issued a Citation to the physician. To view the Citation, click on the word
“Found” and on the following screen, click on the “URL Link” to take you to a list of the Board’s public documents relating to the individual.
Arbitration Award
The law requires the Board be notified of all arbitration awards for damages for death or personal injury caused by the physician’s alleged
negligence, error, omission in practice, or by their rendering of unauthorized professional services. An arbitration award is a payment
for damages in a civil case. The Medical Board reviews all such reported arbitration awards, and action is taken only if it is determined that
a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no
arbitration awards reported to the Board for public disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has paid
an arbitration award. To view information regarding this judgment click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will
provide the Arbitrator, Docket Number, Amount of Award, and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen,
there is no public document available from the Board concerning this action. The Medical Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of
the arbitration award report or any other information concerning the award. If the Board has taken action based upon the arbitration award,
more information regarding the award may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the
physician’s profile.
Malpractice Settlements
The law requires the Board be notified of all malpractice judgments for damages for death or personal injury caused by the physician’alleged negligence, error, omission in practice, or by their rendering of unauthorized professional services. The Medical Board reviews all such reported judgments and takes action if it is determined that a violation of the Medical Practice Act occurred. If the
words “None found” are listed to the right of this title, the physician has no malpractice judgments reported to the Board for public
disclosure. If the word “Found,” followed by a number, is listed, the physician has received a malpractice judgment. To view information
regarding this judgment click on the word “Found.” The information on the subsequent screen will provide the Court, Docket, Judgment Amount,
and Date of Action. Although a URL link is listed on the public disclosure screen, there is no public document available from the Board
concerning this action. The Medical Board is prohibited by law from releasing a copy of the judgment report or any other information concerning
the judgment. For more information contact the court of jurisdiction. If the Board has taken action based upon the malpractice judgment, more
information regarding the judgment may be found by looking at the documents under the Administrative Disciplinary Action field on the
physician’s profile.
The information listed in this section is self-reported by the physician via a Physician Survey at time of
licensure and license renewal. The information is not verified by the Board but is compiled and publicly
disclosed in accordance with the law.
Are You Retired?
Displays the physician’s response to being retired from the practice of medicine. This does not necessarily
correspond to the physician’s status, which may not reflect Retired in the ‘Fee Exemption’ field.
Activities in Medicine
Displays the physician’s response to the number of hours per week worked in the categories of ‘Patient Care,’
‘Telehealth,’ ‘Administration,’ ‘Research,’ ‘Teaching,’ and ‘Other’.
Patient Care Practice Location
Displays the physician’s response identifying the primary practice location by zip code and county.
Patient Care Secondary Location
Displays the physician’s response identifying the secondary practice location by zip code and county.
Telemedicine Practice Location
Displays the physician’s response identifying the primary telemedicine practice location by zip code and county.
Telemedicine Secondary Practice Location
Displays the physician’s response identifying the secondary telemedicine practice location by zip code and county.
Current Training Status
Identifies whether the physician is currently training as a resident or fellow, or currently not in training.
Areas of Practice
Identifies the physician’s primary and/or secondary specialty practice areas, e.g., cardiology, pediatrics, etc.
Board Certifications
Medical specialty certification is a voluntary process granted by a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), a private organization, or other equivalent board. Board certification is not required by the Medical Board for a physician to practice. This portion of the profile, reported by the physician, displays the board certifications obtained.
Postgraduate Training Years
Indicates the number of years of postgraduate training completed by the physician.
Cultural Background
Displays the physician’s cultural background(s). For some profiles, this information is not displayed at the request of the physician.
Foreign Language Proficiency
Displays the physician’s foreign language proficiencies. For some profiles, this information is not displayed at the request of the physician.
Gender
Displays the physician’s gender. For some profiles, this information is not displayed at the request of the physician.
