State Board Series - DVM
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  • A map of consumer complaints filed with state agencies



    Data compiled by DVM Newsmagazine editors

    Editor's blog: A second salvo on state boards



    I am absolutely convinced that veterinarians will be faced with more intrusive government rules and regulations than ever before. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's going to get worse.

    The cross hairs of complaints


    Sacramento, Calif. — Invite Dr. Wade Himes to shed light on the inner-workings of state regulatory agencies and he pauses, then laughs and asks, "Do you want me to lose my license?"

    Exclusive DVM Survey: Client demand fuels spike in complaints to state boards


    National Report — When a medical case goes bad, consumers are more likely to complain to state boards than in years past, veterinarians report.

    Complaint filing, free; notification, 41 cents; impact, immeasurable


    National Report — A veterinarian seeking to protect his or her reputation and practice may be forced to battle an unlikely nemesis — the mailman.

    Communicate first, discipline second


    As various associations adopt guidelines or standards of care for the practice of veterinary medicine, a concern exists that they will be interpreted as current standards of practice by state regulatory boards and the attorneys general who represent them before they have been accepted by the masses.

    The costs of care


    National Report — Client expectations have increased over the last two years, according to 80 percent of veterinarians surveyed.

    Ultimate authority


    Boston — It's a surprise when Alan Van Tassel comes to visit. He drops by unannounced during business hours, makes a quick introduction and starts poring over a seven-point inspection checklist.

    Defending a state-board action has far-reaching costs


    Are you facing a state-board inquiry? Think you can handle it alone?

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