Med Board Pulse

We could all use a little help with understanding how good nutrition fuels our bodies and contributes to overall healthy living. In this episode, you'll hear a registered, Ohio licensed dietitian explain the benefits of dietetics and the many ways patients can seek care. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . E...

Have you ever heard of ketamine? It's been used by physicians as an anesthetic agent for years, but recently, its popularity has grown in additional clinical settings. In this episode, we'll be speaking with one of our board members, Amol Soin, MD, as he explains why the recent trends for this drug have caught the attention of the Medical Board. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠...

Physicians are an important part of our health care system and their training and education takes many years to complete. An important aspect of this training along the way is a residency program. In this episode, we hear from the Board's Chief of Licensure about the need for a training certificate and from three graduating medical students awaiting their match to a residency program. Resources me...

This month, the State Medical Board of Ohio celebrates its 130th anniversary! The board exists to serve Ohio residents. As we look back over our long history, we're excited to share this milestone with you. In this episode you'll hear from five guests all sharing important board history, accomplishments and guidance for the future. We hope you enjoy going down memory lane with us in this s...

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. In this special episode, we're taking an inside look into the ways Ohio is working to fight human trafficking across the state. Joining in the conversation, you'll hear from Kelli Cary, Director of the Governor's Ohio Human Trafficking Task Force, Aaron Dennis, an investigator from the Ohio Organized Crime Investigations Commissio...

Have you ever been treated by a respiratory therapist? Would you recognize them in a clinical setting? Maybe you read about them during the pandemic or saw courses available at your university. No matter your experience, it's time you learned about the profession of respiratory care and why it's a critical aspect of health care. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Faceboo...

Weight loss continues to be a hot topic in health care and wellness spaces. You may have heard of GLP-1 drugs, but how much do you really know about the way they are used? In this episode, Dr. O'Neal will provide an overview of GLP-1 drugs, who regulates them and how patients should approach treatment. Resources mentioned in the episode: Compounding of Glucagon-like Peptide-1 Drug Products (GL...

Over the years, many trends have swept through health care. Still, it's not always clear which ones are fleeting and which ones are here to stay. In this episode, we'll discuss retail IV hydration clinics and identify the expectations patients should have when visiting one. Join your host and special guest, Executive Director, Stephanie Loucka, as they discuss the recently issued joint reg...

The Medical Board's mission is protecting the public. Sometimes that mission includes investigating an illegal industry, illicit massage. In this episode, you'll learn about how illicit massage is carried out and the role of the board in helping to identify the businesses and help victims find a way out. For more information about the Ohio Anti-Human Trafficking Taskforce, visit https://oc...

How much do you know about massage therapy? In this episode, we're interviewing a member of the Board's Massage Therapy Advisory Council and talking to him about the profession and overall benefits of massage. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Email your questions to ⁠⁠⁠⁠communications@med.ohio.gov⁠⁠⁠⁠ .

In the last episode, we reviewed some of the Board's prescribing rules and how they affect providers and patients. Despite the rules, the Board still encounters providers that neglect their responsibility and are faced with the consequences. In this episode, the Board's Chief of Enforcement will share three cases with different fact patterns and concerns that came before the Board related to presc...

Every day, Ohio patients receive prescriptions for medications that help treat their illnesses and conditions. In this episode, we will have a conversation about the types of rules the Board has in place to ensure prescribers are safely and effectively treating patients. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . Em...

In the last episode, we learned about the different types of impairment providers may experience and the resources available to help them. Still, the board’s priority is always to ensure the public is protected. In this episode, you’ll hear from an enforcement attorney assigned to a case involving a struggle with addiction and criminal acts. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ,...

It's common to see medical professionals in positions of authority and not realize they also have vulnerabilities that can impact their professional and personal lives. In this episode, we will be talking about the different ways that providers may struggle with impairment and how the board responds. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ , and...

This episode first aired in April 2024. An important legislative update was added to the intro. The State Medical Board of Ohio takes allegations of licensee misconduct seriously, especially when it involves sexual misconduct. In this episode we will explore the board's sexual misconduct rules in chapter ⁠4731-26 of the Ohio Administrative Code⁠ . We will also describe the many ways the board has...

This episode first aired in April 2024. An important legislative update has been added to the intro. The Medical Board's sexual misconduct rules deliberately identify provider behavior that is both inappropriate and prohibited in practice. What happens when a physician violates those rules and engages in sexual misconduct with a patient? In this episode, we will walk through the details of a real...

Medical Board licensees have a tremendous responsibility to safely and competently treat their patients. In this episode, we will walk through the details of a case that came before the board because of a physician's failure to meet the standard of care when performing cosmetic procedures. To file a complaint against a Medical Board licensee, visit ⁠⁠https://med.ohio.gov/help-center/file-a-com...

From October 6 -12, we recognize Physician Assistant Week.  What is a physician assistant? Tune into our bonus episode to learn all about the history and role physician assistants have in today’s health care system. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠⁠X⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ , and ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ . Email your questions to ⁠⁠⁠communications@med.ohio.gov⁠⁠⁠ .

Medical Board licensees in all professions are required to meet the minimal standard of care. But what is that standard? In this episode, we will take the time to understand the expectations of board licensees in their practice and how the board determines when they’ve failed to provide the appropriate level of care.   Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠⁠X⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ , ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ ,...

The Medical Board's sexual misconduct rules deliberately identify provider behavior that is both inappropriate and prohibited in practice. What happens when a physician violates those rules and engages in sexual misconduct with a patient? In this episode, we will walk through the details of a real case that came before the board involving allegations of sexual misconduct against a licensed phy...

The State Medical Board of Ohio takes allegations of licensee misconduct seriously, especially when it involves sexual misconduct. In this episode we will explore the board's sexual misconduct rules in chapter 4731-26 of the Ohio Administrative Code . We will also describe the many ways the board has prioritized understanding sexual misconduct complaints and has put in place measures to protec...

When a licensee acts inappropriately, a complaint should be filed with the Medical Board. In this episode, learn how to file a complaint and what happens when the board investigates and determines whether Ohio law or rules have been broken. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on X , Facebook , YouTube , and LinkedIn . Email your questions to communications@med.ohio.gov .

In this episode, we will sit down with Executive Director Stephanie Loucka, to explore the board’s daily operations and immense responsibility to keep Ohioans safe. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on X , Facebook , YouTube , and LinkedIn . Email your questions to communications@med.ohio.gov

The State Medical Board of Ohio is a regulatory body tasked with licensing and regulating nearly 100,000 medical professionals, including physicians, physician assistants, massage therapists and more! Visit med.ohio.gov to learn more about the board's responsbilities and stay up-to-date on important changes. Follow the State Medical Board of Ohio on ⁠X⁠ , ⁠Facebook⁠ , ⁠YouTube⁠ , and ⁠LinkedIn...