Conaway & Strickler, PC handles assisting clients who face issues with the Georgia State Board of Physical Therapy
We have handled many licensing issues including: (but NOT limited to)
-If you have been arrested for a DUI or any type of illegal substance, the Board will want to know. It is always a good idea to have an attorney assist you in notifying the Board and keeping them abreast of your criminal case and dealing with resolving any issues with the Board caused by the arrest
As a nurse, your license is one of your most valuable assets. Yet, complaints or accusations against you could jeopardize your ability to practice. At Conaway & Strickler, P.C., we understand the gravity of these situations and are here to help. Attorney Meg Strickler is experienced license defense attorney who has handled these issues for years. Below are some questions and answers that will help you navigate any issues you might having with the Nursing Board.
Question: What types of issues come before the State of Georgia Nursing Board?
Answer: Below are some common issues the Board handles. Many of these issues may overlap, as most of this conduct also constitutes a crime.
The Georgia Composite Medical Board is the state organization that monitors physicians and other medical professionals through its licensing and disciplinary policies. The purpose of the Board is to safeguard public health by ensuring proper licensing procedures and regulating healthcare professionals.
Who makes up the Composite Board? The Board is made up of fifteen members appointed by the Governor. Thirteen of those members are physicians, and two of those members are public representatives who have no ties to medicine. Each Board member typically serves a four-year term.
What does the Board do? The Board’s functions include screening candidates for licensure, issuing licenses to qualified professionals, developing rules and guidelines for healthcare practice, and disciplining licensees when necessary. In Georgia, the Composite Board licenses and monitors healthcare professionals including the following: Medical doctors (MDs), Doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), Physician assistants (PAs), Anesthesiologist assistants (AAs), Acupuncturists, and pain management clinics. However, the Composite Board does not license or regulate podiatrists, chiropractors, dentists, marriage and family therapists, social workers, professional counselors, physical therapists, registered nurses, or licensed practical nurses – those professions are regulated by the Office of the Secretary of State.
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