News Release — December 16, 2004

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December 16, 2004

Medical Board of California Investigators
Arrest Unlicensed Newark Practitioner

SACRAMENTO—On December 15, 2004, investigators from the Medical Board of California served an arrest warrant at a residence in Newark concerning the unlicensed practice of medicine. The investigators were assisted by the Newark Police Department during the arrest.

Fang "Connie" Wang, a 40-year-old female, was arrested at the location for felony unlicensed practice of medicine and felony grand theft. She was transported to the Alameda County Jail, where she was booked on $50,000 bail. The arrest came after several complaints from patients. The Medical Board's investigation found that Wang was using a laser machine on patients without having the appropriate license to operate such a medical device. Wang advertised as a medical clinic, the "Rejuvenation Center," and performed the medical procedures from the business in Santa Clara County.

The board's investigation is continuing. Consumers are strongly cautioned to only seek medical care from physicians or licensed individuals practicing under the supervision of a physician. This includes the more invasive cosmetic treatments such as the use of a laser or anything injected into the skin.

Anyone who has received treatment from Fang "Connie" Wang is asked to contact the Medical Board's Central Complaint Unit at (800) 633-2322.

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The mission of the Medical Board is to protect healthcare consumers through the proper licensing and regulation of physicians and surgeons and certain allied healthcare professions and through the vigorous, objective enforcement of the Medical Practice Act.

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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