Healthcare Law

The Texas Medical Board (the “Board”) is responsible for regulating the practice of medicine. The Board is authorized by the Texas Medical Practice Act (the “Act”) to investigate and discipline licensees for violations of the Act and Board rules. Over the last 10 years, patient complaints have nearly doubled and

The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (“TSBDE” or “Texas Dental Board”) is responsible for regulating dentistry in the state of Texas, to include dentists, dental hygienists, registered dental assistants, and dental laboratories. The Board’s stated mission is to “protect public health and safety and promote high quality and safe

The Texas Board of Nursing (referred to as the “BON” or the “Board”) is responsible for regulating the practice of nursing and is authorized by the Texas Nursing Practice Act (the “Act”) to investigate and discipline Licensees for violations of the Act and Board rules. The BON receives over 16,000

Understanding and negotiating the terms of a physician employment agreement is critical to the newly formed employment relationship, in that the agreement will define the rights and responsibilities of the parties for the entire term of the employment relationship. Some physicians are hesitant to negotiate and suggest modifications to the