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News Release — August 27, 2004
MEDICAL BOARD OF CALIFORNIA
August 27, 2004
Medical Board of California
Revokes License of Los Angeles County Physician
SACRAMENTO—The Medical Board of California has revoked the medical license of Beverly Hills physician La Vonne Willis, M.D. The decision became effective August 26, 2004.
The Medical Board filed an Accusation against Willis on April 5, 2001 and subsequently adopted a Stipulated Settlement and Disciplinary Order that revoked Willis' license to practice medicine in California. The revocation was stayed by the board and Willis' license was placed on probation for six years, under various terms and conditions, including successfully completing the board's Diversion program, practice monitoring, obeying all laws, submitting quarterly reports, complying with probation surveillance, and paying the cost of the disciplinary action and probation.
While entering into the Stipulated Settlement and Disciplinary Order, Willis admitted to violations of Business and Professions Code section 822, impaired ability to practice safely because of mental or physical illness affecting competency, and section 2239, excessive use of drugs or alcohol.
During probation, Willis subjected herself to further discipline for violating conditions of her probation, including but not limited to, failure to: complete Diversion, practice with an approved practice monitor, obey all laws, and comply with probation surveillance.
Due to the above, Willis' probation was revoked and the disciplinary order that had been stayed was imposed, revoking Willis' license to practice medicine in California effective August 26, 2004. Willis' approval to supervise physician's assistants, pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 3527 also was revoked.
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If you have a question or complaint about the healthcare you are receiving, the board encourages you to visit its Web site at www.caldocinfo.ca.gov or for questions call the Consumer Information Line at (916) 263-2382, or with complaints call (800) 633-2322.
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