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Editor's Spotlight

By Alexandria Schembra, Public Information Manager

Congratulations to all those who recently matched into a residency program in California! The Board is here to assist with your questions and licensing needs.

Those who matched into a residency in California and have not yet obtained enough training credits to qualify for a Physician's and Surgeon's License will need to obtain a postgraduate training license (PTL) within 180 days of beginning their training program. Please visit the Board's website for information on applying for your PTL. We encourage you to do so as soon as possible!

In this issue of the newsletter, the Board also reminds physicians of licensing and renewal requirements, requirements for electronic submission of documents by medical schools, mandatory reporting requirements, rules for medical assistants, and other updates from the Board's units.

April was World Autism Month and at the February/March 2024 Board Meeting, the Board members heard a presentation from Dr. Alice Kuo, M.D., Ph.D., called "Rethinking Autism: Identity, not Disease." In this presentation, Dr. Kuo discussed autism as more than a disease and provided information on the available resources.

Finally, we encourage you to subscribe to the Board's various update lists, including Board Meeting information. As always, please contact the Board with any questions, concerns, or requests.

President's Message

By Dr. Randy W. Hawkins, MD

It is an honor and privilege to serve California's consumers as the President of the Board. Each day, our dedicated Board Members and staff work to help ensure that the residents of this state have access to high quality care.

During my time as a Board member, and while President, I've worked to promote mutual respect between the Board and all those who advocate before the Board for themselves and others. If we work together, we can accomplish much.

Earlier this year, I was invited to participate as a guest observer on the California Pregnancy-Associated Mortality Review Committee. Their mission is to eliminate preventable pregnancy-related deaths and associated health inequities. At the Board's May 23-24, 2024, Board meeting, I shared what I am learning from this experience.

As mentioned during our February 29-March 1 Board meeting, I am creating a task force of Board members who will conduct a public process to review and take input from the public and other stakeholders regarding the current questions about potential practice impairment or limitations asked on the Board's initial application for a physician and surgeon license and postgraduate training license. This will be an important opportunity for the Board to learn more about how other state medical boards handle this topic and consider changes to our application questions.

Those are just a couple of the key projects that the Board is working on this year. To keep up on these and other matters, I encourage you to subscribe to receive updates about the Board's public meetings, proposed regulation changes, and other important updates about our activities.

Additionally, we recently said goodbye to two Board members, Mr. Ryan Brooks and Mr. David Lee, and welcomed two new Board members. We are fortunate to have on the Board Dr. Hemant Dhingra, MD, who joined in February 2024 and Dr. Felix Yip, MD, who rejoined the Board last December. I look forward to their contributions.

Finally, I was saddened to learn that our former Board member and Vice-President, Dr. Ronald Lewis, MD, passed away. I will remember his years of service to the Board with appreciation and I recognize how important his voice was in our collective efforts to further the Board's mission to protect consumers. He will be missed.

Mandatory Reporting Requirements: Reporting to the Board

There are California Business & Professions Code sections that require physicians and surgeons, and certain allied health professionals licensed in California to file specific reports with the Board under certain conditions. Below is a summary of those required reports.

All Licensees

• Email Address: All licensees must have an email address and provide it to the Board, including when it changes.
  • https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/loginCADCA.do
  • Business and Professions Code (BPC) section 2021(d)
• Notification of Name Change: Name changes must be reported within 30 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/nc-1.pdf
  • BPC section 2021
• Address of Record: A change of address must be reported within 30 days.
  • https://www.breeze.ca.gov/datamart/loginCADCA.do
  • BPC section 2021(b)

Any of the above changes must be submitted within 30 days of the change through the BreEZe webpage.

Physicians

• Renewal Requirements: When submitting a license renewal application, physicians must disclose the following: criminal convictions, disciplinary actions from other government agencies, and financial interests in health-related facilities. See the renewal application for details.
• Settlements: Each physician or their attorney, insurance company, or state or local governmental agency that self-insures the physician must report each settlement (over $30,000), judgment (any amount) or arbitration award (any amount) within 30 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-801.pdf
  • BPC section 801.01
• Criminal Actions: An indictment or information charging a felony or any conviction of any felony or misdemeanor must be reported within 30 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-802.pdf
  • BPC section 802.1
• Transfer to Hospital Form, or Death of Patient in Outpatient Surgery Setting: Physicians performing a medical procedure outside of a general acute care hospital resulting in patient death must report the incident within 15 days. Physicians performing a medical procedure outside of a general acute care hospital resulting in a patient transfer to a hospital for treatment of more than 24 hours must report the incident within 15 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/oss-patient-death.pdf
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-2240b.pdf
  • BPC section 2240
• Required written information physicians must provide to patients: /Resources/Publications/
  • A Patient's Guide to Blood Transfusion
    • HSC section 1645
  • A Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer Treatment
    • HSC section 109275
  • Gynecologic Cancers... What Women Need to Know
    • HSC section 109278
  • Professional Therapy Never Includes Sex
    • BPC section 728
• Miscellaneous Reporting Requirements: reporting requirements for lost or stolen controlled substances or prescription forms, reporting obligations for illegal use of your DEA number.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Resources/Medical-Resources/prescription-pads.aspx

Licensed Midwives

• Licensed Midwife Annual Report (LMAR)
  • LMAR User Guide
  • BPC section 2516
• Reporting Transfer of Planned Out-of-Hospital Births: A hospital shall report each transfer by a licensed midwife of a planned out-of-hospital birth to the Medical Board of California and the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/out-of-hospital-delivery-mw.pdf
  • BPC section 2510

Reports Required by Others

• Health facilities and entities that allow a licensed healthcare professional to provide care for patients, must report allegations of sexual abuse and sexual misconduct made by a patient in writing against a licensed healthcare practitioner within 15 days of receiving the written allegation.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/forms/enf-805-8.pdf
  • Senate Bill 425 (Hill)
• Insurers' report of Malpractice Settlement or Arbitration Award within a specified time frame.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-801.pdf
  • BPC section 801.01
• Self-insured employers of physicians' report of settlement, judgment or arbitration award within 30 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-801.pdf
  • BPC section 801.01
• State or local government agencies that self-insure physicians, report of settlement, judgment, or arbitration award within 30 days.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-801.pdf
  • BPC section 801.01
• Peer Review and Health Facility Reporting
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-805.pdf
  • BPC section 805
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-805-01.pdf
  • BPC section 805.01
• Reporting for Coroners who receive certain information that a death may be the result of the gross negligence or incompetence of a physician, podiatrist, or physician assistant.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/coroner_report.pdf
  • Business and Professions Code §802.5
• Reporting requirements for court clerks and prosecuting agencies.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/enf-805-01.pdf
  • BPC sections 803, 803.5, and 803.6
• Accredited Outpatient Surgery Settings must report adverse events to the Board no later than five days after the adverse event is detected, or, if that event is an ongoing urgent or emergent threat to the health and safety of patients, personnel, or visitors, not later than 24 hours after adverse event is detected.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/oss-adverse-event.pdf
  • Business and Professions Code §2216.3
• Reporting Transfer of Planned Out-of-Hospital Births: A hospital shall report each transfer by a licensed midwife of a planned out-of-hospital birth to the Medical Board of California and the California Maternal Quality Care Collaborative.
  • https://www.mbc.ca.gov/Download/Forms/out-of-hospital-delivery-mw.pdf
  • Business and Professions Code §2510

Reporting To Other Entities

• Live births must be registered with the local registrar of births and deaths for the district in which the birth occurred within 21 days following the date of the event.
  • Health and Safety Code (HSC) section 102400
• Medical and health section data and the time of death shall be completed and attested to by the physician last in attendance, or, in some cases, by a licensed physician assistant. Physicians or licensed physician assistants in certain cases will state conditions contributing to death (except in cases to be investigated by the coroner) and the hour and day the death occurred on a certificate of death and indicate the existence of cancer.
  • HSC sections 102795 and 102825
• Certificates of fetal death must be completed by the physician, if any in attendance, within 15 hours after the delivery.
  • HSC section 102975
• Diseases reportable by physicians, physician assistants, nurses, midwives and others in California.
  • cdph.ca.gov/Programs/PSB/Pages/CommunicableDiseaseControl.aspx
• Reportable to the local health officer for jurisdiction where patient resides.
  • Title 17 California Code of Regulations section 2500
• Injuries by deadly weapon or criminal act.
  • Penal Code (PC) section 11160: Reportable to local law enforcement.
• Child Abuse (PC sections 11165.7(a)(21), 11165.9, 11166(a)(c)): Reportable to local law enforcement, county probation department or county welfare department.
• Adult and Elder Abuse (Welfare and Institutions Code §15630): Reportable to local law enforcement or an adult protective service agency.
• Injuries Resulting from Neglect or Abuse (PC section 11161.8): Reportable to local law enforcement and the county health department.
• Lapses of Consciousness (HSC section 103900): Reportable to local health officer.
• Pesticide Poisoning and Illness (HSC section 105200): Physicians must report pesticide illnesses to the local health officer by telephone within 24 hours.

License Application Processing Timeframes Posted on Board Website

The Board's Licensing Application Processing Times webpage provides public access to the Board's processing timeframes for the Physician's and Surgeon's (P&S) License application, the Postgraduate Training License (PTL) application, and the Transition from a PTL to a P&S License application.

These timeframes (based on calendar days) are updated weekly to reflect the most accurate processing times. Processing time is measured from the date both the application AND required fees are received, to the date of the initial application review.

Processing times can increase or decrease depending on the volume of applications received. Despite the posted timeframes, the Board encourages applicants to apply at least six months prior to when their license is needed.

Please note: Expedited applications are excluded from the posted timeframes. For more information on the requirements for application expedite, see the Priority Review and Expedited Application Process webpage.

A Reminder About the Appropriate Role for Medical Assistants

The Board frequently receives questions about the role of medical assistants (MA) in a medical practice and what types of services an MA can perform. Ultimately, the responsibility for the appropriate use of unlicensed persons in health care delivery rests with the physician.

With training, authorization, and appropriate supervision, these unlicensed professionals may perform a variety of non-invasive, routine, technical supportive services under the supervision of a licensed physician and surgeon, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or certified nurse-midwife. The MA's supervisor must be physically on the premises of the treatment facility where the MA is performing their services. MAs may not be employed by a licensed general acute care hospital for inpatient care.

To perform the services described below, and other technical supportive services, the MA must be at least 18 years old and obtain a certificate from a training institution or directly from a licensed physician or other authorized medical professional as indicated under Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations section 1366.3(a)(1).

These authorized services include (not all inclusive):

• administering some medications (but not by IV) with verification of medication and dosage by supervisor
• collect and record patient vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, height and weight; perform limited tests
• remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions or lacerations
• apply and remove bandages and dressings to superficial incisions or lacerations
• apply orthopedic appliances such knee immobilizers, envelope slings, orthotics
• remove casts splints and other external devices
• swab the throat
• administer flu shots, allergy shots, and other vaccines, and narcotic injections except anesthetic agents
• draw blood for tests

Regardless of their training, MAs are not allowed to perform or assist with the following services (not all inclusive):

• Determine that a test is required
• Make a diagnosis
• Interpret results of skin tests, lab tests, etc.
• Perform invasive procedures or tests not authorized by statute or regulation

More information about the laws regulating medical assistants is available on the Board's website, including on a frequently asked questions webpage.

Update: Midwifery Advisory Council

The Medical Board of California (Board) recently welcomed four new members to the Midwifery Advisory Council (MAC): Faith Freeman L.M., Dr. Kenneth James, M.D., Tamara Robertson, Public Member, and Mason Wilson-Tanev, L.M. The MAC currently has one vacant public member position. If you are interested in applying for this position, contact Tonya Morairty at Tonya.Morairty@mbc.ca.gov or go to the Board website for more information. The next MAC meeting is scheduled for May 30, 2024.

Reminder: All licensed midwives should have completed the Licensed Midwife Annual Report (LMAR) for the 2023 reporting year. Completion of the LMAR is required by all licensed midwives in California pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2516 (c). Please note: a hold will be placed on your renewal if the LMAR has not been submitted.

The Board is seeking experienced licensed midwives to serve as reviewers for the Board. Reviewers play a crucial role in ensuring that licensed midwives practicing in California meet the highest standards of care and adhere to the state's regulations. Reviewers are responsible for evaluating the conduct of licensed midwives and providing recommendations to the Board regarding disciplinary action. If you are interested in applying to become a licensed midwife reviewer, please visit the Board's website.

You Asked For It, Questions Received from the Web

Byline: Alexandria Schembra, Public Information Manager

I need copies of my old medical records, but don't know the name of the physician or where to find them. How can I obtain my records?

If you do not know the name of your previous physician, you should contact the healthcare facility where you received treatment for help locating your records.

If you know your physician's name (but don't know where they currently practice) you may search the Board's website for your physician and send a letter to their address of record to request a copy. Even if the physician is no longer in practice or has passed away, you can still request your records from your physician or through the physician's estate. If you can't locate your physician, the Board suggests contacting your local county medical society or medical insurance company for assistance.

I requested my medical records months ago and still haven't received them from my physician. Does my physician have to provide me with my records?

Yes. As long as you requested your medical records in writing, to be sent directly to you, your physician is required to send you a copy within specified time limits. If you are having difficulty getting your records, you can file a complaint with the Medical Board. Please include a copy of your written request(s). If we can substantiate that the complaint is against a Board licensee, the Board may take action against the physician's license for failing to provide the records within the legal time limit. Please contact the Osteopathic Medical Board of California regarding an osteopathic medical doctor.

What is the penalty if a physician does not respond to my request for a copy of my medical records?

The Board may take enforcement action against the physician for failing to provide you a copy of your medical records when required by law. Options include contacting the physician in an effort to obtain their compliance in providing you a copy of your medical records, issuing a citation and fine, or even taking disciplinary action against the physician's license.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS — August 2023 - December 2023

Physicians and Surgeons

ABAD-SANTOS, CRISELDA CALAYAN (A 105195), WOODLAND HILLS, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, and repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked. August 24, 2023.

ABDULHADI, YOUMNA M., M.D. (C 55715), CHULA VISTA, CA

Admitted to having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely, and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on seven years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; obtaining psychiatric treatment; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $26,102.00. September 1, 2023.

ABRIKOSOVA, NATALIA ALEXIS, M.D. (A 82312), SAN JOSE, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts, incompetence and prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication in the care and treatment of one patient; failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients; and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $31,509.25. November 27, 2023.

ABUDU, ASSIBI Z., M.D. (G 32689), BURBANK, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and an ethics course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $18,661.75. October 27, 2023.

AHROON, CARL R., M.D. (G 13598), CLOVIS, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,000.00. Public Reprimand. August 4, 2023.

AMIN, CHIRAG NARAYAN, M.D. (A 72688), LAS VEGAS, NV

Admitted to failing to obtain a fictitious name permit; violating, attempting to violate, or directly or indirectly assisted in or abetted the violation of one or more statutes, rules or regulations pertaining to the corporate practice of medicine; and unprofessional conduct. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $5,000.00. Public Reprimand. September 7, 2023.

AMINI, PARHAM, M.D. (A 131804), NORTHRIDGE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of three patients, repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication in the care and treatment of one patient, and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; obtaining a practice monitor; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $48,490.00. November 27, 2023.

ANDERSEN, CARLOS EDUARDO (A 29532), CONCORD, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. November 9, 2023.

ARGUEDAS, CARLOS ALBERTO, M.D. (A 45750), LOS ALAMITOS, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for visiting a patient's personal residence when not invited. November 7, 2023.

ASEJO, ESTRELLA PINEDA (A 37718), DELANO, CA

Admitted to having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. November 14, 2023.

ASHER, DAVID TODD, M.D. (A 67110), ANAHEIM, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate records relating to a patient. October 17, 2023.

AUSTIN, JR., RICHARD LEE (G 85946), SAN DIEGO, CA

Convicted of one misdemeanor count of unlawful tampering with vehicle, one felony count of attempted kidnapping, one felony count of stalking, and one felony count of attempted murder; and committed acts of being convicted of violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances and unprofessional conduct. Revoked. December 29, 2023.

BACON, CARRIE WYNN, M.D. (A 85044), TEMECULA, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing an ethics course; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $7,680.00. August 4, 2023.

BALCOS, ENRICO URO, M.D. (A 63363), SANTA ANA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of multiple patients, and repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,106.00. August 18, 2023.

BANISTER, STEPHEN (G 23826), NEVADA CITY, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, incompetence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients; and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. December 19, 2023.

BEBLA, NORMAN SARGON, M.D. (A 79656), EL PASO, TX

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate records in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $7,770.00. Public Reprimand. October 5, 2023.

BEZEMA, ERIK MARTIN, M.D. (A 103644), MOORPARK, CA

No admissions but charged with self-prescribing drugs, knowingly making or signing a document directly related to the practice of medicine that falsely represented an existence of a statement of facts, forging prescriptions for self-use, obtaining/procuring prescription for controlled substances by fraud/deceit, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, and dishonest or corrupt acts. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; attending psychotherapy; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $14,796.00. August 18, 2023.

BHARADIA, JUMA AHMED, M.D. (A 56515), ROLLING HILLS, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $17,993.60. October 27, 2023.

BOATMAN, BRIAN GLEN (C 133563), LONG BEACH, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one felony count of opening or maintenance of unlawful places for the selling or use of controlled substances, being convicted of violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, and dishonest or corrupt acts; admitted to having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. October 24, 2023.

BODEPUDI, ARUDRA (A 73676), STOCKTON, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Revoked. November 27, 2023.

BORRIS, WILLIAM MICHAEL (A 34001), AUBURN, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessively prescribed controlled substances, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients. Surrender of License. September 14, 2023.

BROAD, WILLIAM GOWING (G 67157), LOS GATOS, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. September 14, 2023.

BUTCHER, MICHAEL DANE (C 31760), LOS GATOS, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. October 3, 2023.

BUXBAUM, EVAN REECE, M.D. (A 116531), EASTSOUND, WA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, dishonesty, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; prohibited from issuing medical vaccine exemptions to patients; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $30,663.75. September 22, 2023.

CALVIN, JR., TRAVIS H. (C 21462), EL CENTRO, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. December 31, 2023.

CAMINHA, SERGIO DA SILVA (C 50172), VISALIA, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. October 9, 2023.

CARO, MARICELINA DORELEY, M.D. (C 188294), CHAPEL HILL, NC

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2221.05 for dishonesty and being disciplined by the Virginia Medical Board for withholding information on an application, the Michigan Board of Medicine for the Consent Order by the Virginia Medical Board and failure to notify the Michigan Board of Medicine of the disciplinary action within thirty (30) days, the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine for failing to disclose a suspension on an initial application, the North Carolina Medical Board based on the Virginia Medical Board's and Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine's Consent Orders, and the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts for failing to disclose information and for the disciplinary action taken by the Boards in Virginia, Pennsylvania and Michigan. October 9, 2023.

CASTILLO, MANOLITO VELASQUEZ, M.D. (A 67937), MERCED, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an education course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $25,815.94. Public Reprimand. November 9, 2023.

CERVANTES, JOHN ALEXANDER, M.D. (G 51144), SANTA BARBARA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, excessively prescribing controlled substances, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,659.00. August 10, 2023.

CHARLES, JOAQUIN RENE, M.D. (A 191634), KING CITY, CA

Has a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; used drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and committed acts of unprofessional conduct. Probationary license issued, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; attending psychotherapy; and prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. October 17, 2023.

CHOI, EDWIN HYUN-KYU, M.D. (A 54943), LOS ANGELES, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate and accurate records relating to patient services. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course. October 2, 2023.

COLBURN, GREGORY O. (G 57384), PALO ALTO, CA

Admitted to dishonest or corrupt acts and being convicted of one felony count of conspiracy to commit mail fraud, wire fraud, honest services mail fraud, and honest services wire fraud. Surrender of License. September 28, 2023.

DACHA, PHOEBE OGUDA (A 171183), HENRICO, VA

No admissions but charged with failure to comply with the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. October 31, 2023.

DATTEL, FREDERICK SCOTT, M.D. (C 139597), KANSAS CITY, MO

No admissions but charged with failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients, and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,357.50. August 23, 2023.

DAVIDSON, DONALD DALE (A 137144), LAS VEGAS, NV

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. October 19, 2023.

DAVIS, TIMOTHY ALAN, M.D. (G 70793), MODESTO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate records relating to patient services. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course. October 26, 2023.

DEITCHMAN, JASON KEVIN, M.D. (A 118590), CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessive prescribing, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients; and unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course and a clinical competence assessment program, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $39,900.00. Public Reprimand. December 21, 2023.

DENES, BELA S. (G 87685), ST. LOUIS, MO

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. September 15, 2023.

DHILLON, SATWANT SINGH (G 76370), PORTERVILLE, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of sexual exploitation of a patient by a physician, gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, sexual exploitation with one patient, and sexual misconduct with one patient. Surrender of License. October 1, 2023.

DIBELLA, GEOFFREY ANGELO, M.D. (G 21681), ANAHEIM, CA

Admitted to gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, and repeated negligent acts and failed to maintain adequate and accurate records in the care and treatment of three patients. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,426.00. Public Reprimand. September 15, 2023.

DOKUKIN, ANDREI NIKOLA, M.D. (A 110631), ORANGE, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol and one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on seven years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing an ethics course; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; submitting to a medical evaluation and obtaining medical treatment; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $13,000.00. August 9, 2023.

DUSAY, JOHN M., M.D. (G 8558), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to run drug screening and lacking proper documentation of records for patient services. September 20, 2023.

FEI, HAILING (A 78381), REDWOOD CITY, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Surrender of License. October 20, 2023.

FETTMAN, NICHOLAS AARON, M.D. (A 116624), THOUSAND OAKS, CA

No admissions but charged with using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing a written examination prior to practicing medicine; attending psychotherapy; obtaining a practice monitor; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $17,889.00. December 14, 2023.

FOSHAG, LELAND JAY, M.D. (G 61645), LOS ANGELES, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to have a chaperone in the room and not documenting an explanation or indication for the exam. November 15, 2023.

FRIEDMAN, MICHAEL L. (G 15327), TORRANCE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Surrender of License. November 30, 2023.

GABRIEL, VIKTOR, M.D. (A 138820), CHICO, CA

No admissions but charged with using drugs or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol and one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; completing an education course and an ethics course; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $12,000.00. October 20, 2023.

GHALY, FOUAD IBRAHIM, M.D. (C 39588), TORRANCE, CA

No admissions but charged with aiding and abetting the unlicensed practice of medicine, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from practicing any medical therapy that involves the use or direct application of stem cells for the treatment of any condition; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $17,500.00. August 4, 2023.

GILCHRIST, HEIDI MARIE (A 118353), ENCINITAS, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of "Wet" Reckless Driving; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. November 21, 2023.

GODDARD, RICHARD MARK (G 67660), FORT MADISON, IA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of two patients; and repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. September 8, 2023.

GOHIL, RAHUL RAMESH, M.D. (A 99375), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct and gross negligence. Physician must complete an education course, an anger management course, and an ethics course; and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $22,350.00. Public Reprimand. November 1, 2023.

GORDON, STEPHEN WINSLOW (G 155995), LAS VEGAS, NV

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. October 12, 2023.

GROSS, JEFFREY DAVID (G 79394), NEWPORT BEACH, CA

Convicted of one felony count of conspiracy in violation of 18 U.S.C. Section 371, committed dishonest or corrupt acts and unprofessional conduct. Revoked. September 8, 2023.

HALLER, DAVID LEE (G 80488), INGLEWOOD, CA

Convicted and required to register as a sex offender. Revoked. September 11, 2023.

HAM, JOHNNIE ALAN (A 90443), PISMO BEACH, CA

Admitted to gross negligence, repeated negligence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. October 31, 2023.

HANSEN, ROBERT PAUL (G 53037), CLOVIS, CA

No admissions but charged with failing to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. August 18, 2023.

HANSEN, VERNAL MARTIN (G 34639), CHINO HILLS, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. November 16, 2023.

HARASZTI, JOSEPH SANDOR, M.D. (G 37865), PASADENA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessively prescribing controlled substances, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, prohibited from ordering, prescribing, dispensing, administering, furnishing, or possessing any controlled substances and from issuing an oral or written recommendation or approval to possess or cultivate marijuana until he completes a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course; after completing a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course, prohibited from ordering, prescribing, dispensing, administering, furnishing, or possessing any controlled substances except Suboxone, Ativan, Klonopin, and Restoril, and prohibited from issuing an oral or written recommendation or approval to possess or cultivate marijuana; maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $36,556.25. November 9, 2023.

HARRIS, NORVELLE A. (A 17446), MONROVIA, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. October 3, 2023.

HAYES, CHRISTOPHER BARRETT, M.D. (A 148378), POMONA, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for deviating from the standard of care in the care and treatment of a single patient on a single visit. November 22, 2023.

HIGHSHAW, RALPH ANTHONY, M.D. (A 56419), ST. PETERSBURG, FL

Committed acts of aiding and abetting the unlicensed practice of medicine; gross negligence; repeated negligence; and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; violating, directly or indirectly, and assisting in or abetting the violation of the Moscone-Knox Professional Corporation Act and the ban on the corporate practice of medicine; failing to obtain a fictitious name permit; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, an ethics course, and a medical record keeping course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $39,190.00. December 21, 2023.

HO, SAI-SUN, M.D. (G 66825), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from registering for a DEA certificate until successful completion of the prescribing practices course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $10,537.25. October 20, 2023.

HSU, ANDREW S., M.D. (A 108956), CHULA VISTA, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from being on any on-call panel for general surgery; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $24,171.35. December 15, 2023.

JONELIS, FRANK J., M.D. (G 28239), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to place himself on medical/disability leave until vision issues were resolved, which led to the failure of identifying skin cancers on a patient. December 20, 2023.

KELLERMANN, ALAN SCOTT, M.D. (A 24844), NEVADA CITY, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, aiding and abetting the unlicensed practice of medicine, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $14,000.00. Public Reprimand. October 5, 2023.

KHAN, AAZIB, M.D. (A 168622), REDDING, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; completing a professional enhancement program; obtaining a practice monitor; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,156.60. August 24, 2023.

KING, AUBREY ANCIL, M.D. (G 56023), UPLAND, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,000.00. September 15, 2023.

KLOPE, WILLIAM TAFT, M.D. (G 70045), VENTURA, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to follow safeguards to prevent wrong site surgery, lack of informed consent, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate records in patient services. Physician must complete an education course and a medical record keeping course. December 20, 2023.

KRAM, HARRY BERNARD, M.D. (G 52608), TORRANCE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient; and repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $13,600.00. October 12, 2023.

KUNHARDT, GEORGE RANDOLPH (C 40625), SAN LUIS OBISPO, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct and gross negligence. Surrender of License. November 6, 2023.

LAJVARDI, ROBERT BEHROOZ, M.D. (A 89608), LA MESA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Physician must complete an education course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $26,159.00. Public Reprimand. December 29, 2023.

LEE, KARL (G 77379), DALY CITY, CA

No admissions but charged with failing to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. September 29, 2023.

LEE, ON-TAT, M.D. (A 138659), MOUNTAIN HOUSE, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of two patients. Physician must complete an education course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $28,706.50. Public Reprimand. October 20, 2023.

LITTLEJOHN, BEN LAWRENCE DOUGLASS, M.D. (A 87510), EMERYVILLE, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failure to document that a chaperone was present during patient examinations. August 21, 2023.

LOPEZ, NICETO, M.D. (A 96421), SANTA MONICA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $7,296.25. November 1, 2023.

LUCERO, KENNETH GRANT, M.D. (G 60508), BLYTHE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, repeated negligent acts, excessively prescribing controlled substances, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $12,293.13. December 29, 2023.

LUZ, JAMES JEFFREY, M.D. (A 128235), SACRAMENTO, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; using drugs or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, notification to patients of probation status; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing an ethics course; attending psychotherapy; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $12,617.26. October 27, 2023.

LYONS, HARVEY (C 38214), SOMIS, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of two patients, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Surrender of License. August 18, 2023.

MALONE, KATHRYN, M.D. (A 53252), BERKELEY, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients; and gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $14,164.00. Public Reprimand. December 20, 2023.

MARCUS, STEVEN JAY, M.D. (G 33630), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admissions but charged with failing to obtain a fictitious name permit; violating corporation provisions; assisting in the violation of corporation provisions; and gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $33,978.00. October 20, 2023.

MATSUMURA, KENNETH NAOYUKI (G 20670), BERKELEY, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence, repeated negligence, incompetence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked. December 18, 2023.

MCKEE, KAITLIN VARADY, M.D. (C 140067), VACAVILLE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on one year probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,250.00. December 29, 2023.

MCNUTT, JOHN GILBERT, M.D. (A 61636), LADERA RANCH, CA

Has a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; submitting to a medical evaluation and obtaining medical treatment; and prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. September 25, 2023.

MEREDITH, RANDALL JOHN, M.D. (G 39666), HYAMPOM, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $19,018.75. December 20, 2023.

MERUPULA, SWAPNA, M.D. (A 139338), OAKLAND, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $10,757.50. December 15, 2023.

MEYER, ALEXANDER BRIAN (A 70543), SANTA PAULA, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. December 20, 2023.

MONROE, ALLISON LEACH, M.D. (A 86075), SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, incompetence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Physician must complete an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $20,575.25. Public Reprimand. August 9, 2023.

MORTON, BRYCE ANDREW, M.D. (G 75727), TEMECULA, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving a vehicle while under the influence of any drug; being convicted of one misdemeanor count of having in his possession a controlled substance; being convicted of violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances; violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending psychotherapy; obtaining a worksite monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $20,000.00. December 15, 2023.

MURRAY, SONYA RAYMOND (A 77254), LADERA RANCH, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. September 22, 2023.

NAM, UN HUI FAITH, M.D. (A 106352), MENLO PARK, CA

Convicted of one misdemeanor count of willfully delaying a peace officer. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an anger management course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,000.00. October 16, 2023.

NELSON, MISCHELLE RENEE, M.D. (A 192197), NAPERVILLE, IL

Committed acts of incompetence during the training program relating to professionalism, clinical competency concerns, and medical knowledge leading to probation. Probationary license issued, placed on two years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, practicing in an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)-accredited postgraduate training program until an additional twelve (12) months of postgraduate training credit is obtained; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; and prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. December 4, 2023.

NWOYE, UZOAMAKA O. (A 97114), NORTH WALTHAM, MA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Revoked. September 7, 2023.

O'BRIEN, MICHAEL TERRENCE (G 61152), CASTRO VALLEY, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of multiple patients, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Surrender of License. October 16, 2023.

OLESNICKY, BOHDAN THEODORE (C 53051), KEY WEST, FL

Admitted to sexual misconduct with multiple patients; dishonest or corrupt acts in the care and treatment of multiple patients; gross negligence and committing acts of repeated negligence in the care and treatment of three patients; and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. December 5, 2023.

OPAI-TETTEH, DAVID, M.D. (A 53194), CLAREMONT, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; and excessive treatment in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, a clinician-patient communication course, and a professional boundaries program; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $17,268.80. October 27, 2023.

PIERCE, LASHA KIM, M.D. (A 75116), OAKLAND, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $11,000.00. October 20, 2023.

PIRANI, YASMIN (A 102053), RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA

Admitted to having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. September 21, 2023.

POSADA, JUAN ESTEBAN, M.D. (A 54533), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Admitted to being convicted of one felony count of knowingly and willfully soliciting and receiving kickback payments under a federal healthcare program; and dishonest or corrupt acts. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, providing 30 hours of medical or non-medical community service; completing an ethics course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $3,662.50. November 22, 2023.

QURESHI, FURHAN RASHID, M.D. (A 189864), ASHBURN, VA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2221.05 for unprofessional conduct for entering into a Consent Order with the West Virginia Board of Medicine for treating patients via telemedicine without first establishing a physician-patient relationship; for entering into a Consent Order with the Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners for failure to report the West Virginia Board of Medicine's disciplinary action within thirty (30) days of the action; for entering into a Consent Order with the North Carolina Medical Board based upon prior disciplinary action by the West Virginia Board of Medicine; for entering into a Settlement Agreement with the Florida Board of Medicine based upon prior disciplinary action by the West Virginia Board of Medicine; for entering into a Consent Order with the Illinois State Medical Board based upon prior disciplinary action by the West Virginia Board of Medicine; and for entering into a Stipulated Order with the Oregon Medical Board based upon prior disciplinary action by the North Carolina Medical Board, Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners, Illinois State Medical Board, and Florida Board of Medicine and failure to disclose those actions. September 1, 2023.

RAO, UMA MALEMPATI, M.D. (A 78409), FRESNO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $61,454.10. December 1, 2023.

REDDY, VISWANATHA JUVVALA, M.D. (A 87285), PATTON, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being convicted of Vehicle Code 23103/23103.5 — Wet Reckless. December 20, 2023.

REN, XING-JIAN, M.D. (A 54295), SAN DIEGO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and violating or attempting to violate, directly or indirectly, one or more provisions of the Medical Practice Act in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; prohibited from practicing, performing, or treating any patients in the area of pain management, which shall be defined as utilizing pharmacological approaches to prevent, reduce, or eliminate pain of a recurrent or chronic nature; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $28,631.00. December 15, 2023.

RILEY, JOHN MADISON (G 54859), MCKINLEYVILLE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, incompetence, violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Surrender of License. October 5, 2023.

ROBBINS, CLARK HAMILTON (G 76689), DIAMOND BAR, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. December 21, 2023.

ROBLES LARSEN, JULIE NICOLE, M.D. (A 153269), MISSION VIEJO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being convicted of Vehicle Code 23152(B) - DUI Alcohol/0.08%. December 20, 2023.

RODRIGUEZ, GERONIMO GIRALDO, M.D. (A 36572), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of battery, dishonest or corrupt acts, and gross negligence and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, providing 40 hours of medical or non-medical community service; completing an education course, an ethics course, and a professional boundaries program; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; required to have a third party chaperone present while consulting, examining or treating female patients; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $11,000.00. October 20, 2023.

ROJAS, ALVARO (A 26089), LOS ANGELES, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. November 2, 2023.

ROSEN, RANDY SCOTT (G 82218), LOS ANGELES, CA

Convicted of four felony counts of violating Penal Code section 550(b)(3) (insurance fraud) and admitted the enhancement of Penal Code section 186.11(a)(1) and (a)(2) (aggravated white collar crime over $500,000 loss), convicted of two felony counts of violating Penal Code section 550(a)(5) (insurance fraud-written claim) and two separate felony counts of violating Penal Code section 550(b)(3) (insurance fraud) and admitted the enhancement of Penal Code section 186.11(a)(1) and (a)(2) (aggravated white collar crime over $500,000 loss). Revoked. August 4, 2023.

ROSS, ANDREW JAY, M.D. (G 74867), BERKELEY, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence and repeated negligence in the care and treatment of two patients, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $15,000.00. Public Reprimand. September 25, 2023.

ROWEN, ROBERT JAY (G 39465), SANTA ROSA, CA

Committed dishonest or corrupt acts and convicted of one felony count of tax evasion. Revoked. September 25, 2023.

RUTTENBERG, ALAN S., M.D. (C 27473), CANOGA PARK, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessively prescribed controlled substances, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; and self-prescribing drugs. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $10,217.38. October 20, 2023.

SAMRAO, AMANZOOPINDER KAUR, M.D. (A 109227), FRESNO, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, another person, or to the public; having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely; dishonest or corrupt acts; and failure to report conviction to the Board. Revoked, stayed, placed on two additional years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use or alcohol; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; notification to patients of probation status; and prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses, except when employed by The Permanente Medical Group and while practicing medicine within the scope of that employment. September 22, 2023.

SAUL, KENNETH LAWRENCE, M.D. (G 43044), THOUSAND OAKS, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for committing repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate records in the care and treatment of five patients. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course. November 28, 2023.

SAVAGE, III, WILLIAM TIGRETT (G 84426), SONORA, CA

Admitted to gross negligence and committing acts of repeated negligence in the care and treatment of two patients. Surrender of License. August 10, 2023.

SCHOENWETTER, PHILLIP EDWARD (A 30285), SAN PEDRO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; prescribed controlled substances or other medications for self-use; prescribed for fraudulent purposes; and violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances. Surrender of License. August 15, 2023.

SCHWAB, MARK HOLBERT, M.D. (A 104792), CHICO, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; obtaining a practice and billing monitor; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $24,881.75. December 28, 2023.

SCHWARTZ, DAVID WAYNE (G 20562), TEMECULA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, excessively prescribed controlled substances, prescribing to an addict, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. August 31, 2023.

SHAHAM, ELSAGAV SAGI, M.D. (G 50824), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and an ethics course; prohibited from supervising, practicing, and/or performing any laser and/or cosmetic or other type of procedures; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $11,676.25. December 15, 2023.

SHAREEF, TAHSEEN NAJMA, M.D. (G 84109), GRAND TERRACE, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records for the treatment of patients. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course. August 4, 2023.

SHARMA, SANJEEV (A 75773), OCEANSIDE, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. December 15, 2023.

SHEIKH, FIROZ, M.D. (A 54835), CULVER CITY, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate and accurate records relating to patient services. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course. September 14, 2023.

SHUMWAY, ROBERT ALAN, M.D. (G 75694), SAN DIEGO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $20,053.50. Public Reprimand. October 27, 2023.

SIDHU, AJEET SINGH (A 150265), TORONTO, ON

No admissions but charged with sexual misconduct with one patient. Surrender of License. October 17, 2023.

SINGH, PRADEEP KUMAR, M.D. (A 46155), PALMDALE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessive prescribing, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication in the care and treatment of one patient; and prescribing to an addict in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,000.00. September 22, 2023.

SMITH, BRADLEY MARION (G 50489), CHICO, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. August 4, 2023.

SOHAL, JEETINDER, M.D. (A 110878), YUBA CITY, CA

Used alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; was convicted of one misdemeanor count of battery on a cohabitant, one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more, and one misdemeanor count of a sentence enhancement for DUI over .15% BAC; and committed acts of unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on seven years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, actual suspension from the practice of medicine until notified by the Board or its designee he has satisfied the condition precedent under Probation Condition 6 (psychiatric assessment and psychological testing); notification to patients of probation status; abstaining from the use of alcohol; providing medical or non-medical community service; completing an ethics course; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; prohibited from engaging in the practice of medicine until notified by the Board or its designee Respondent is mentally fit to practice medicine safely; attending psychotherapy; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation prior to practicing medicine; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $14,000.00. December 14, 2023.

SOLIMAN, KARIM ADLY (C 51512), SAN MARINO, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. October 19, 2023.

SPRAGUE, MARGARET (G 56228), LA JOLLA, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Revoked. December 11, 2023.

STREETER, DAVID GLEN, M.D. (G 55098), SONOMA, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $9,054.00. September 22, 2023.

SUMCHAI, AHIMSA PORTER, M.D. (G 48983), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, providing telehealth services without documenting oral or written patient consent, failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and repeated negligence in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $24,363.75. December 29, 2023.

SUN, SALLY (A 31180), ARCADIA, CA

Has a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked. November 27, 2023.

TANG, LAWTON WAI-CHOY, M.D. (A 104375), PASADENA, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of conspiring, aiding or abetting another to practice medicine without a certificate; aiding and abetting the unlicensed practice of medicine; failing to obtain a fictitious name permit; violating corporation provisions; gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, incompetence and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients; committing acts of fee splitting; gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, dishonest or corrupt acts, knowingly making or signing a document directly related to the practice of medicine that falsely represented an existence of a statement of facts, and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; gross negligence, repeated negligent acts and failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; and failing to comply with requests for medical records. Revoked, stayed, placed on ten years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, providing 25 hours of non-medical community service; completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; required to practice in a setting that is 100% physician-owned; prohibited from supervising physician assistants; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $8,235.00. October 20, 2023.

THAYER, CRAIG RICHARD, M.D. (G 62641), COHUTTA, GA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of multiple patients, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $25,652.40. Public Reprimand. October 20, 2023.

TRAN, WAYNE HUA, M.D. (A 120522), MANTECA, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more and one infraction of failure to exchange information after an accident: using drugs or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; completing an education course and an ethics course; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; submitting to a medical evaluation and obtaining medical treatment; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $6,000.00. October 27, 2023.

VARGAS, VICTOR MANUEL, M.D. (A 99927), FRESNO, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate records in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete an education course and a medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $17,646.25. Public Reprimand. August 9, 2023.

VORPERIAN, ADELINA (C 50390), TUJUNGA, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. November 6, 2023.

WATKINS, GERALD RAY (G 31539), LANCASTER, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. December 12, 2023.

WATSON, THOMAS DOYAL, M.D. (G 54134), FALL RIVER MILLS, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; and using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; completing an ethics course; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; submitting to a medical evaluation and obtaining medical treatment; obtaining a worksite monitor; notification of employer; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,684.00. November 22, 2023.

WILSON, GEORGE WILLIAM (G 10335), RANCHO MIRAGE, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence, repeated negligence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked. September 22, 2023.

WONG, JARED SZE WEI, M.D. (A 137345), MONTCLAIR, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and an ethics course; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; prohibited from supervising advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,779.00. September 7, 2023.

YADEGARI, MICHAEL, M.D. (A 100335), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $9,690.00. September 8, 2023.

YASSINI, PATRICK REZA, M.D. (G 83939), CORONADO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for improper immunization exemption recommendations. Physician must complete an education course. November 22, 2023.

YIP, IAN, M.D. (G 73119), WOODLAND HILLS, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a medical record keeping course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $5,464.00. Public Reprimand. December 22, 2023.

YUO, JAN JENG (A 37730), MONTROSE, CA

Admitted to having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. October 4, 2023.

ZAREI, SARA, M.D. (A 191478), SAN DIEGO, CA

Committed acts of unprofessional conduct by accessing her own medical record and the medical record of another resident, in violation of hospital policy and Federal law. Probationary license issued, placed on three years' probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an ethics course, and prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. October 11, 2023.

ZINNANTI, WILLIAM J., M.D. (A 118089), SANTA CRUZ, CA

Committed acts of repeated negligence and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; and dissemination of false or misleading information and creating false or misleading advertisements. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $3,500.00. Public Reprimand. November 30, 2023.

Licensed Midwife

SCHAUB, DIANE MARIE (LM 37), RENO, NV

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. August 11, 2023.

Podiatric Medical Board of California

ENDO, CLIFFORD KAZUO (E 3323), MODESTO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records and incompetence in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. November 14, 2023.

FANOUS, MICHAEL M., D.P.M. (E 3544), NORCO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, incompetence, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient; failed to attend and participate in an interview by the Board; and failed to comply with a request for medical records. Revoked, stayed, placed on one year probation with terms and conditions including, but not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; notify the supervising physician of the terms and conditions of probation prior to receiving assistance from a physician assistant; and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $19,500.00. October 12, 2023.

TU, RICHARD TON, D.P.M. (E 4680), SAN DIEGO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failed to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Must complete an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement of $7,500.00. Public Reprimand. October 12, 2023.

WAGNER, LEONARD ROBERT (E 1949), SHERMAN OAKS, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. September 22, 2023.

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