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Editor's Spotlight

By Rachel Gilbride, Public Information Officer I

Today, we bring you a combined issue that covers the second and third quarters of this year. With Halloween just around the corner, this issue includes some reminders to help keep all the little goblins and ghouls healthy at school. Although parts of California are starting to embrace sweater weather, fun in the sun can happen nearly year-round in our state. So, we've also included some advice to help keep you and your family safe whenever you are working or playing outdoors.

Keeping reading to see Board President Kristina Lawson's update on our key priority for this legislative session and her update about the membership of the Board. We also have a recap of our most recent Board meeting.

Other articles in this issue include updates from the Midwifery Advisory Council and the licensing and enforcement teams. Finally, since publishing the prior issue, we've completed the Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2024-25. We encourage you to take a look at the Board's key achievements and various statistics related to our work between July 1, 2024, and June 30, 2025.

In our next and final issue of the year, you can expect some updates and information about new laws that take effect in 2026.

Consumer Corner: Keeping Kids Healthy Throughout the School Year

By Rachel Gilbride, Public Information Officer I

With school back in full swing, and the Fall season upon us, children and families may be at an increased risk of getting sick. The California Department of Public Health has published guidance to help reduce the spread of communicable diseases in schools and childcare settings. This guidance includes helpful reminders for parents to reinforce with their children, including:

• Covering your face when coughing and sneezing.
• Discouraging sharing of personal items, like water bottles, utensils, and mobile phones.
• Keeping hands clean through frequent handwashing or using hand sanitizer.
• Staying home, when appropriate, to lower the risk of spreading certain diseases.
• Staying up to date on vaccines.
• When and why to wear a mask.

Following this guidance can help you and your loved ones avoid getting sick during this school year. For additional resources or questions related to your child's health, contact your licensed healthcare provider.

Postgraduate Training Program Resources Hub Now Available

The Medical Board of California (Board) is excited to announce the launch of its new Postgraduate Training Program (PTL) Resources webpage, which provides an overview of licensing documents, deadlines, and resources related to the Board's PTL Program.

This centralized resource is part of the Board's ongoing efforts to streamline processes and improve communication with training institutions by providing clear guidance to help ensure that the Board receives accurate and timely submission of forms and other documentation.

Whether you are verifying training participation, submitting documentation to the Board, or assisting residents as they transition to a physician's and surgeon's license, this webpage offers all the essential information needed in one convenient location.

New DOCS Enhancements for License Renewals and Medical School Transcripts

The Board has made important updates to its Direct Online Certification Submission (DOCS) portal to further streamline the licensing process for institutions and applicants:

Postgraduate training programs must submit the Initial License Renewal (Form ILR) through the DOCS portal. This enhancement allows for faster processing and a more secure method for submitting required renewal documentation for residents.

Medical schools registered and verified through DOCS can now submit transcripts without needing a signature, graduation date, or official school seal. This change reflects the Board's confidence in DOCS-registered institutions and reduces unnecessary administrative burden while maintaining document integrity.

These improvements are part of the Board's ongoing commitment to efficiency, security, and modernization. These enhancements help ensure timely and accurate submission of licensing materials.

For more information on how to register with DOCS, visit the Board's applicant resource page.

Changes for Canadian Medical School Graduates

Beginning July 1, 2025, the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) no longer accredits Canadian medical schools. Accreditation responsibilities will shift solely to the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS). Without LCME accreditation, Canadian medical graduates are classified as international medical graduates (IMG) when applying to U.S. residency programs, and must obtain Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification to enter U.S. ACGME accredited residency programs. This includes:

• Passing USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) within a seven-year period.
• Fulfilling clinical and communication skills requirements via a valid Step 2 CS result (if previously taken) or through an approved ECFMG Pathway.
• Obtaining ECFMG certification (required to begin residency and obtain a California Postgraduate Training License), followed by a full and unrestricted California Physician and Surgeon License once all postgraduate training and examination requirements are met.

ECFMG certification is now mandatory for participation in the National Resident Matching Program Main Residency Match beginning with the 2025-2026 cycle.

ECFMG offers IMGs alternative pathway options to meet the clinical and communication skills requirements. Each pathway has unique eligibility and documentation criteria. Detailed information, including application deadlines and instructions, is available on the ECFMG website.

Canadian graduates pursuing licensure within Canada can still follow the Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC) route, administered by the Medical Council of Canada. This pathway remains separate from U.S. residency and licensure requirements.

Because of these changes, future Canadian medical graduates should begin planning early to meet the U.S. requirements and avoid any delays in their postgraduate training.

For more information on applying to U.S. residency programs, visit the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and ECFMG websites.

Midwifery Advisory Council Updates

Karen Roslie was selected to fill the public member vacancy, effective June 30, 2025.

The Medical Board of California (Board) is seeking applications from interested parties for two licensed midwife positions and one licensed physician position on the Midwifery Advisory Council (MAC). The vacant positions are for a three-year term that will run through June 30, 2029.

At its September 11, 2025, meeting, the Midwifery Advisory Council (MAC) scheduled its meeting dates for 2026. Meetings will take place on the following dates: January 22, April 16, and September 17, 2026. All MAC meetings are held via WebEx and begin at 1:00 p.m. Subscribe to the Board's email list to receive notification of the posting of the meeting agenda and materials.

The 2024 Licensed Midwife Annual Report (LMAR) Summary has been posted to the Board's website. In this report, you will find statistics on the number of births supported by licensed midwives along with other client statistics throughout the state.

The Medical Board's Enforcement Program has Consultant and Expert Reviewer opportunities for Licensed Midwives.

• Consultants evaluate the specific standard of care issues raised by a complainant to determine if further investigation is required.
• Expert Reviewers provide expert reviews and opinions on Board cases and testify at administrative hearings.

For application and eligibility requirements, visit the Expert Reviewer Program or Medical Consultant webpages.

Enforcement Reminder: Proper Evidence Submission

As part of the investigation process, the Board may request evidence from physicians, which could include paper documentation or certain material evidence items. Any physical items submitted to the Board should be sent either via certified mail or through a carrier with tracking capabilities.

Hazardous materials, such as sharps or needles, should not be sent to the Board. Instead, such items should be disposed of properly and in accordance with your facility's Medical Waste Management Program. However, the Board can accept pathology slides, when sent through the appropriate procedures.

Please contact the Board's Enforcement Unit if you have any questions.

Protecting Yourself from Skin Cancer

By Rachel Gilbride, Public Information Officer I

No matter the time of year, it's important to stay vigilant about protecting your skin from sun damage. UCLA Health offers the following advice on how to PROTECT your skin and reduce your risk of developing skin cancer.

P — Protect Yourself from the Sun

Ideally, protection begins before any exposure with Ultra-Violet Light (UV). Regardless of your skin tone, always apply sunscreen and wear appropriate clothing.

Not sure what kind of sunscreen to choose? UCLA Health recommends a broad-spectrum sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Apply it generously to all exposed skin, including places like ears, lips, and feet. For the best protection, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, and shoes. Choose fabrics like linen to keep your clothes light and breathable, helping you stay cool. Finally, add a wide brim hat and sunglasses.

R — Risk Factor Awareness

Know your personal risk factors for skin cancer, including:

• Increased age
• Fair skin that burns and freckles easily and tans poorly
• History of sunburns
• Prolonged and/or repeated excessive exposure to the sun
• Previously diagnosed skin cancer or precancerous lesions
• Family history of skin cancer
• Atypical or numerous moles
• Skin damage from scars and/or burns
• Radiation exposure
• Hazardous chemical exposure
• Compromised immune system

O — Outdoor Activity Planning.

When possible, schedule outdoor activities before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. during times of less intensive UV exposure. Consider holding activities in areas with shade structures or bring your own. Even if the sun isn't shining brightly, cloud cover does not eliminate UV exposure. Additionally, UV light can reflect off water, sand, and snow increasing your UV exposure risks.

T — Tanning Beds Should Be Avoided.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says the effects of artificial UV exposure can be as dangerous as the sun's rays.

E — Examine Your Skin Monthly.

Perform regular and thorough skin cancer self-evaluations, including the use of a mirror to check hard to see places. According to the Mayo Clinic, skin cancer can happen anywhere on the body.

When checking, UCLA Health points out the following warning signs to look out for:

• A new growth on an adult that does not disappear within 4 to 6 weeks
• A skin lesion that grows larger and turns pearly, translucent, brown, black or multi-colored
• A mole, birthmark or beauty mark that grows larger, changes color, texture or shape
• An open sore or wound that doesn't heal for more than 4 weeks or heals and then reopens or recurs
• A skin spot or growth that scales, scabs, oozes, erodes or bleeds for several weeks
• A growth with changes in sensation such as itching, burning, pain or tenderness
• Any worrisome skin lesion

If you see anything suspicious, consult your healthcare provider immediately. Early detection is vital and skin cancer can happen regardless of age.

C — Consult Your Dermatologist Annually

It is recommended to have an annual exam performed by a dermatologist (a physician who specializes in conditions that affect the skin).

T — Take Skin Health Seriously

According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, skin cancer is the most common type of cancer, with more than 9,500 cases diagnosed daily. Taking appropriate steps to protect your skin can minimize your risk of developing sun-related conditions.

ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS — January - March 2025

PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS

AHMED, MOHAMMED HABEEB, M.D. (A 69198), SAN JOSE, CA

Committed acts of sexual misconduct, gross negligence, repeated negligence, dishonesty, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on seven years' probation until anticipated end date of 02/12/2032. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, sixty (60) days actual suspension from the practice of medicine beginning the sixteenth day after the effective date of the decision; completing an education course and an ethics course; completing a professional boundaries program prior to practicing medicine; obtaining a practice monitor; required to have a third party chaperone present while consulting, examining or treating female patients; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $30,000.00. February 13, 2025.

AHUJA, RENO K, M.D. (C 141861), CARBONDALE, IL

No admissions but charged with being disciplined by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for prescribing controlled substances without renewing her Illinois Controlled Substance License, and failure to meet the standard of care in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete an ethics course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $10,636.31. Public Reprimand. March 3, 2025.

AKBAR, WAHEED, M.D. (A 42374), SAGINAW, MI

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being reprimanded and assessed a fine in the State of Michigan on October 21, 2022. February 19, 2025.

ASFORA, WILSON THEOPHILO, M.D. (A 42432), SIOUX FALLS, SD

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being reprimanded in the State of South Dakota on September 8, 2022. March 12, 2025.

BAGGA, SUMIT SINGH, M.D. (A 161444), DOWNEY, CA

No admission but charged with repeated negligent acts, incompetence, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Acceptance of this stipulated settlement is not an admission of guilt. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/09/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course and a medical record keeping course; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $28,843.25. January 10, 2025.

BAKER, JONATHAN LOUIS, M.D. (A 64312), LOS ANGELES, CA

No admission but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of three patients. Physician must complete an education course, medical record keeping course, ethics course, clinical competence assessment program, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $40,000.00. Public Reprimand. February 7, 2025.

BARON, ROBINSON VILLAVERDE, M.D. (A 32332), WEST COVINA, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. March 3, 2025.

BEESLEY, ELLIS NORMAN JR (A 41548), LOS ANGELES, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. February 3, 2025.

BENJAMIN, HILMA ROSALIA, M.D. (A 99339), NORTHRIDGE, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for issuing medical exemptions for vaccinations to multiple patients for unsupported and non-medical reasons. January 31, 2025.

BERG, ULRICH, M.D. (A 26459), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

No admissions but charged with repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients; excessively prescribed controlled substances to three patients; and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of three patients. Acceptance of this stipulated settlement is not an admission of guilt. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 02/06/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, notification to patients of probation status; maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $49,111.00. February 7, 2025.

BLUMIN, JOEL HOWARD, M.D. (A 53887), MILWAUKEE, WI

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2234 for being reprimanded in the State of Wisconsin on May 18, 2022. January 9, 2025.

BONILLA, ROBERTO CARLOS, M.D. (A 200850), VISALIA, CA

Based on unusual circumstances that occurred during their training program relating to clinical competency concerns leading to their training program putting them on probation and extending their training. Probationary license issued and placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/26/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, successfully completing an ACGME-accredited postgraduate training/residency program and becoming ABMS Member Board eligible prior to completion of probation; prohibited from practicing outside of an ACGME-accredited postgraduate training/residency program until notified by the Board; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. January 27, 2025.

BOSSINGHAM, ELISABETH ANN, M.D. (G 69388), VISALIA, CA

Petitioner's previously surrendered license was reinstated, revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 02/20/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing a clinical competence assessment program prior to practicing medicine; notification of employer; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. February 21, 2025.

BRENEISEN, KIMBERLY ANN (G 83111), FAIRFIELD, CA

No admissions but charged with using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, another person, or to the public, and having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. February 14, 2025.

BUCKNER, LEANNE RENEE, M.D. (A 100254), TEMPLETON, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more with the special allegation that Respondent had a blood alcohol content of .15% or higher; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, another person, or to the public; prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication; failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records; failing to obtain a fictitious name permit; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/16/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; completing an ethics course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; completing a clinical diagnostic evaluation prior to practicing medicine; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $55,378.00. January 17, 2025.

BYRON, RUDY V, M.D. (C 145950), RACINE, WI

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being issued a Decision and Order for remedial education in the State of Wisconsin on September 21, 2022. February 27, 2025.

CAPALDINI, LISA CLAIRE, M.D. (G 54552), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/22/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; completing a professional enhancement program after successful completion of the clinical competence assessment program; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $35,299.80. January 23, 2025.

CASTILLO, MARLON FIDEL (A 93971), INDIO, CA

No admissions but charged with sexual misconduct, gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, violation of liposuction extraction and postoperative care standards, unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient, and failure to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. January 1, 2025.

CHETKOWSKI, RYSZARD JERZY (G 47258), WALNUT CREEK, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. February 18, 2025.

COE, JEFFREY DEAN, M.D. (G 43782), LOS GATOS, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete an ethics course, a professional boundaries program, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $32,226.00. Public Reprimand. February 12, 2025.

COLON-GARCIA, PATRICIA, M.D. (C 159842), FORT MYERS, FL

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being issued a Letter of Concern in the State of North Carolina on June 16, 2022. January 17, 2025.

COLOSI, THERESA (A 66895), LOS GATOS, CA

Convicted of one felony count of assault with a deadly weapon with enhancement for inflicting great bodily injury on a non-accomplice during the commission of a felony, committed acts of dishonest and corrupt acts, and unprofessional conduct. Revoked. March 7, 2025.

CONTRERAS, VICTOR DELGADO (G 52723), SANTA PAULA, CA

Admitted to being convicted of one count of health care fraud, dishonest or corrupt acts, unprofessional conduct, and failure to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. March 28, 2025.

CUBER, SHAIN ARNOLD, M.D. (G 164808), IRVINE, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to maintain adequate record-keeping and documentation for one patient in 2022. January 29, 2025.

DANG, TUAN CONG, M.D. (A 64701), SAN DIEGO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of two patients. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course, clinical competence assessment program, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $34,300.00. Public Reprimand. January 24, 2025.

DARSEY, REBECCA LYNNE (A 88782), VACAVILLE, CA

Committed acts of failing to comply with Conditions 1, 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14, and 16 of her Board-ordered probation. Revoked. February 18, 2025.

DELOACH, STEVEN RHEA, M.D. (C 55434), YOUNGSVILLE, LA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being reprimanded and assessed a fine in the State of Louisiana on October 25, 2021. January 9, 2025.

DHARIWAL, MANOJ KUMAR, M.D. (A 120096), LAKELAND, FL

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being issued a Public Letter of Concern in the State of North Carolina on January 14, 2022. January 3, 2025.

DORIO, RAYMOND JOHN, M.D. (A 29371), NEWHALL, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, repeated negligent acts, violating professional confidence, incompetence, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/19/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, prohibited from ordering, prescribing, dispensing, administering, furnishing, or possessing any controlled substances except for those drugs listed in Schedules IV and V and provided that this restriction shall not apply to hospice care patients in a clinical setting, and from issuing an oral or written recommendation or approval to possess or cultivate marijuana; maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $48,700.00. March 20, 2025.

EBRAHIMI ADIB, TANNAZ (A 121761), OCEANSIDE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, repeated negligent acts in the treatment and care of three patients, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the treatment and care of one patient. Surrender of License. January 31, 2025.

EL-HENAWI, IGLAL, M.D. (A 62143), HEMET, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation until anticipated end date of 02/06/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $30,000.00. March 7, 2025.

ELIAS, AHDI IBRAHIM (A 63745), SHORT HILLS, NJ

No admissions but disciplined by the State of New Jersey for conducting medically deficient physical examinations on multiple patients without the presence of a chaperone and without proper notice given that patients have a right to request one. Surrender of License. March 12, 2025.

ELIAS, SAMI SELIM (C 42061), LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA

Committed acts of unprofessional conduct and failed to comply with a Board-ordered examination. Revoked. February 13, 2025.

ERBE, EDWARD JOSEPH, M.D. (G 76886), SAN DIEGO, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete a prescribing practices course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $2,000.00. Public Reprimand. January 2, 2025.

FREDERICKS, ROBERT STEPHEN, M.D. (G 32625), RENO, NV

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being reprimanded in the State of Nevada on June 10, 2022. February 26, 2025.

GALLAGHER, GABRIEL LEIGH, M.D. (A 120671), SIMI VALLEY, CA

Convicted of one misdemeanor count of battery, failure to report his criminal conviction to the Board within the 30-day time limit, and unprofessional conduct. Physician must reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $20,000.00. Public Reprimand. February 21, 2025.

GAMBHIR, ANITA R, M.D. (A 84218), SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for failing to review patient notes, follow the patient’s right to make their own decision to not undergo completion axillary node dissection, and proceeded with the dissection surgery. February 6, 2025.

GLICK, DAVID GEORGE (G 53604), BEVERLY HILLS, CA

Cause for action exists pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 822 for having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked. March 24, 2025.

GUPTA, ABHAY, M.D. (A 88550), SAN DIEGO, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct and failing to comply with terms of his Board-ordered probation by testing positive for alcohol and failing to submit to biological fluid testing. Revoked, stayed, placed on two years' probation, consecutive to his existing probation in Case No. 800-2019-057074, until anticipated end date of 07/19/2029. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, submitting to biological fluid testing; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $5,677.00. February 28, 2025.

HAYAVI, KEVIN KEYVAN, M.D. (A 70365), ENCINO, CA

No admissions but charged with advertising violations and failure to have a valid fictitious name permit, violating, attempting to violate, aiding or abetting, or conspiring to violate the Medical Practice Act; attempted corporate practice, and unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete an ethics course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $33,276.19. Public Reprimand. January 23, 2025.

HAYAVI, MICHAEL MEHRAN, M.D. (G 77704), BEVERLY HILLS, CA

No admissions but charged with advertising violations and failure to have a valid fictitious name permit, violating, attempting to violate, aiding or abetting, or conspiring to violate the Medical Practice Act; attempted corporate practice, and unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete an ethics course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $29,425.31. Public Reprimand. January 23, 2025.

HUEN, FLOYD, M.D. (G 41373), OAKLAND, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients; and failing to comply with terms of his Board-ordered probation by failing to obey all laws. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/12/2029. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, prohibited from practicing medicine until Respondent provides documentary proof to the Board or it's designee Respondent's DEA permit has been surrendered to the Drug Enforcement Administration for cancellation, together with any state prescription forms and all controlled substances order forms; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Second Amended Accusation and Petition to Revoke Probation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $54,016.72. March 13, 2025.

IONESCU, ADRIAN, M.D. (A 147912), ENCINITAS, CA

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being admonished in the State of Massachusetts on February 3, 2022. January 3, 2025.

JALADAT, YASAMAN, M.D. (A 200621), LOMA LINDA, CA

No admissions but charged with demonstrating incompetence during a residency program; dishonest or corrupt acts; knowingly making a false statement of material fact that is required to be revealed in the application for the physician's and surgeon's license; and unprofessional conduct. Probationary license issued and placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/05/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, prohibited from practicing medicine outside of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited postgraduate training program until Applicant obtains an additional twelve (12) months of postgraduate training credit; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. January 6, 2025.

JOHNSON, NOAH COMPTON, M.D. (A 79548), SANTEE, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/16/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, notification to patients of probation status; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $28,413.56. January 17, 2025.

KAMALI, SEYED SAIED, M.D. (A 77562), NEWPORT BEACH, CA

Violated statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances; and committed acts of repeated negligence and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/15/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, an ethics course, a prescribing practices course and a medical record keeping course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $32,555.83. January 16, 2025.

KAVANAGH, PATRICK DESMOND, M.D. (C 154678), ISABELA, PR

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being issued a Letter of Concern, fined, and ordered to complete additional continuing medical education courses in the State of Florida on February 18, 2022. For being ordered to pay a monetary fine in the State of Michigan on December 16, 2022. For entering into a settlement agreement and assessed an administrative fine in the State of Hawaii on February 9, 2023, and for being censured and reprimanded in the State of New York on December 20, 2023. March 21, 2025.

KIKANI, DIVYAKANT J, M.D. (A 34717), SAN BERNARDINO, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 02/17/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,187.52. February 18, 2025.

KLANG, ADAM ROBERT, M.D. (A 66296), BAKERSFIELD, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the treatment and care of one patient. Physician must complete an education course, prescribing practices course, medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $36,614.61. Public Reprimand. January 17, 2025.

KROOP, RICHARD JEFFREY, M.D. (G 36316), BURBANK, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, excessively prescribed controlled substances, unprofessional conduct, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/23/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, prohibited from ordering, prescribing, dispensing, administering, furnishing, or possessing any controlled substances and from issuing an oral or written recommendation or approval to possess or cultivate marijuana; prohibited from practicing medicine until Respondent provides documentary proof to the Board or its designee that Respondent's DEA permit has been surrendered to the Drug Enforcement Administration for cancellation, together with any state prescription forms and all controlled substances forms and shall not reapply for a new DEA permit without prior written consent of the Board or its designee; completing an education course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $27,681.15. March 24, 2025.

LALL, ASHOK, M.D. (A 64108), STEVENSON RANCH, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, excessively prescribed controlled substances, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation until anticipated end date of 12/23/2027. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, a clinician-patient communication course, and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $40,025.00. January 24, 2025.

LIU, XIUSHI, M.D. (A 109894), MONROVIA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of two patients. Physician must complete an ethics course and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $19,589.00. Public Reprimand. February 10, 2025.

LOGAN, JAMES RUSSELL, M.D. (G 72586), CHICO, CA

No admissions but was charged with repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and general unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Physician must complete an education course, medical record keeping course, is prohibited from making or issuing any written exemption from immunizations for a period of three consecutive years and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $19,900.58. Public Reprimand. February 24, 2025.

MAHENDRA, TOM, M.D. (A 35504), LANCASTER, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/30/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing a clinical competence assessment program; completing a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,648.60. January 31, 2025.

MARIANELLA, LORENZO (G 38835), SANTA ROSA, CA

Admitted to repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Surrender of License. February 10, 2025.

MARSHALL, GRANVILLE H (A 70232), SACRAMENTO, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. January 15, 2025.

MCMAHON, DENNIS MICHAEL, M.D. (A 88141), EAST GREENWICH, RI

Petitioner's previously surrendered license is reinstated, revoked, stayed, and placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/09/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program; attending psychotherapy; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. January 10, 2025.

MILLS, DONALD FREDRIC (G 54273), IRVINE, CA

No admissions but charged with using alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public, and being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving under the influence of alcohol and one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more. Cause for action exists pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 822 for having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. March 21, 2025.

MILSTEIN, DAVID REID (G 37026), LAS VEGAS, NV

Committed acts of gross negligence and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient and failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. January 6, 2025.

MISRA, MUKESH (A 95774), LANCASTER, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of two patients, repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients. Surrender of License. March 31, 2025.

MULTANI, KANWAR BIR VARINDER JEET SINGH, M.D. (A 143529), YUBA CITY, CA

Convicted of one misdemeanor count of wet reckless driving; committed an act of using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; failed to timely report the misdemeanor conviction; and failed to comply with terms of his Board-ordered probation by failing to obey all laws. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/02/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; providing 40 hours of medical or non-medical community service; completing an education course and an ethics course; attending psychotherapy; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,877.75. March 3, 2025.

ONUBAH, BONIFACE OKWUDILI (A 52415), LOS ANGELES, CA

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Revoked. January 13, 2025.

OPAI-TETTEH, DAVID, M.D. (A 53194), CLAREMONT, CA

No admissions but charged with sexual exploitation and sexual misconduct with one patient; gross negligence and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of three patients; repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of multiple patients; prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication in the care and treatment of two patients; and failure to attend and participate in an interview by the Board. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation, to run consecutively from the conclusion of the probation term in Case No. 800-2020-065831, until anticipated end date of 09/26/2031. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a professional boundaries program; submitting to a psychiatric evaluation; attending psychotherapy; obtaining a practice monitor; required to have a third party chaperone present while consulting, examining or treating female patients; notification to patients of probation status; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $31,126.75. February 26, 2025.

OVERTON, KATHERINE AMELIA, M.D. (G 54757), VISALIA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation until anticipated end date of 01/29/2029. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and a patient communication course; submitting to a medical evaluation and obtaining medical treatment; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $53,408.00. January 30, 2025.

PALMER, MICHAEL ANTHONY, M.D. (G 65321), EUREKA, CA

No admissions but charged with unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete a professional boundaries program and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $16,311.60. Public Reprimand. February 7, 2025.

PATEL, SONA C, M.D. (A 88229), LOS ANGELES, CA

Petitioner's previously revoked license was reinstated, revoked, stayed, placed on seven years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/11/2032. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing a clinical competence assessment program prior to practicing medicine; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. March 12, 2025.

PENDLETON, ROBERT BRIAN (G 83487), OCEANSIDE, CA

No admissions but was charged with sexual misconduct with one patient and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. February 27, 2025.

PHAM, JOHN PAUL, M.D. (A 123403), MILPITAS, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, and repeated negligent acts and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on thirty-five months' probation until anticipated end date of 02/13/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $40,092.00. March 14, 2025.

REEVES, CODY (G 56265), NEVADA CITY, CA

Convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more and using alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or the public. Revoked. March 25, 2025.

ROMIG, CHRISTOPHER BRENT, M.D. (A 96968), IRVINE, CA

No admissions but charged with using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances; and gross negligence and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/27/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; completing a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; notification of employer; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $39,950.00. March 28, 2025.

ROSE, CHADRON, M.D. (A 133207), SANTA MARIA, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely; using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or to the public; and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/13/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, notification to patients of probation status; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; attending psychotherapy; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; notification of employer; submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $35,218.63. March 14, 2025.

ROSE, KAREN EILEEN (C 52911), NOVI, MI

Failed to comply with the terms and conditions of her Board-ordered probation. Revoked. February 5, 2025.

ROY, PRISCILLIA (A 108537), LONG BEACH, CA

No admissions but charged with using drugs and/or alcohol in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, to another person, or to the public, and being convicted of one misdemeanor count of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more, and unprofessional conduct. Surrender of License. January 23, 2025.

RUSS, KARL FEHSKENS, M.D. (A 153548), WALNUT CREEK, CA

No admissions but charged with having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked, stayed, placed on three years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/19/2028. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, attending psychotherapy; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $26,311.31. March 20, 2025.

SIEW, ROBERT D, M.D. (A 45333), PASADENA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, excessively prescribed controlled substances, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/19/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, maintaining a record of all controlled substances ordered, prescribed, dispensed, administered, or possessed and any recommendations or approvals to possess or cultivate marijuana; completing a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses, except when rendering care and treatment to patients who are hospitalized in an acute care hospital setting; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $65,000.00. March 20, 2025.

SIMMONS, WALTER NEIL (C 54119), SCOTTSDALE, AZ

Unable to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. January 23, 2025.

SINE, DAVID ALAN, M.D. (A 54357), MADERA, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of two employees, three patients, and regarding his self-prescribing of medications; and repeated negligent acts, prescribing without an appropriate prior medical examination or indication, violating statutes regulating dangerous drugs or controlled substances, excessively prescribed controlled substances, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of two employees and three patients. Revoked, stayed, placed on four years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/13/2029. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a prescribing practices course, a medical record keeping course and an ethics course; completing a professional boundaries program; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from self-prescribing medication; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $24,587.75. March 14, 2025.

SPELLMAN, EDWARD LEWIS, M.D. (G 154133), BEAUMONT, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence in the care and treatment of one patient, repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of two patients, and unprofessional conduct. Physician must complete a professional boundaries program and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $21,914.85. Public Reprimand. January 10, 2025.

SPIVAK, RYAN MATTHEW, M.D. (A 113632), AGOURA HILLS, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on two years' probation to run consecutively from the conclusion of the probation term in the Board's Decision in Case No. 800-2019-060028, for a total of thirteen (13) years' probation until anticipated end date of 11/26/2030. All terms and conditions in the current probation are included and adds completing a clinical competence assessment program and reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $50,694.00. January 24, 2025.

STEINBERG, ALAN JEFFREY (G 55097), BEVERLY HILLS, CA

Unable to satisfy the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. February 7, 2025.

SUNDARAM, SHANKAR MEENAKSHI, M.D. (C 141352), KETTERING, OH

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation to run concurrent to the probationary order in Case No. 800-2020-066788, until anticipated end date of 01/20/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course, a medical record keeping course, and an ethics course; completing a clinical competence assessment program prior to practicing medicine; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $32,618.54. January 21, 2025.

THOMPSON, JEFFREY SCOTT (G 49798), SHELL BEACH, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, knowingly making or signing a document directly related to the practice of medicine that falsely represented an existence of a statement of facts, and failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records in the care and treatment of multiple patients. Surrender of License. January 29, 2025.

TOBLER, LORI PAMELA (G 145748), MOUNT SHASTA, CA

Admitted to having a condition affecting her ability to practice medicine safely. Surrender of License. February 12, 2025.

TRAN, NANCY KIEU DIEM, M.D. (A 201478), NEW ORLEANS, LA

Convicted of driving with a blood alcohol content of .08% or more. Probationary license issued and placed on five years' probation until anticipated end date of 03/03/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, submitting to biological fluid testing; attending substance abuse support group meetings; obtaining a worksite monitor; abstaining from the use of controlled substances; abstaining from the use of alcohol; attending psychotherapy; submitting proof of notification of Decision to required parties; notification of employer; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses. March 4, 2025.

VERNAL, RAUL ANDRES (A 25770), LOS GATOS, CA

Cause for action exists pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 822 for having a condition affecting his ability to practice medicine safely. Revoked. March 24, 2025.

VILLAROSA, DANIEL MARK, M.D. (C 50281), APPLE VALLEY, CA

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, failure to maintain adequate and accurate records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete an education course, medical record keeping course, clinical competence assessment program, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $30,704.13. Public Reprimand. January 16, 2025.

VO, TIEN TAN, M.D. (A 111104), EL CENTRO, CA

No admissions but charged with being convicted of one misdemeanor count of Accessory After the Fact to Entry of Goods by means of False Statement and one misdemeanor count of Receipt in Interstate Commerce of Misbranded Drugs and Delivery for Pay or Otherwise, dishonest or corrupt acts, and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years' probation until an anticipated end date of 02/09/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an education course and an ethics course; obtaining a practice monitor; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prohibited from supervising physician assistants and advanced practice nurses; reimbursing the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $11,160.00. February 10, 2025.

WHERRY, PATRICK E (A 32798), SAN JOSE, CA

Committed acts of gross negligence, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and repeated negligent acts in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked. March 26, 2025.

ZAHOOR, TALAL AHMED, M.D. (A 171059), FRISCO, TX

Public Letter of Reprimand issued pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 2233 for being reprimanded in the State of Oklahoma on June 23, 2022. January 17, 2025.

ZOLCIK, WOJCIECH (C 146992), DENVER, CO

Unable to comply with the terms and conditions of his Board-ordered probation. Surrender of License. January 30, 2025.

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BASTANI, MICHAEL, D.P.M. (E 5477), ADDRESS NOT DISCLOSED

Committed acts of repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Revoked, stayed, placed on two years’ probation until an anticipated end date of 02/20/2027. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prior to receiving assistance from a physician assistant, Respondent must notify the supervising physician of the terms and conditions of probation; and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $20,000.00. February 21, 2025.

JOSEPH II, ROBERT JOHN, D.P.M. (E 4013), ADDRESS NOT DISCLOSED

Admitted to being convicted of one felony count conspiracy and unprofessional conduct. Revoked, stayed, placed on five years’ probation until anticipated end date of 01/01/2030. Terms and conditions include, but are not limited to, completing an ethics course; completing a psychological evaluation; obtaining a practice monitor; prohibited from engaging in the solo practice of medicine; submitting proof of notification of Decision and Accusation to required parties; prior to receiving assistance from a physician assistant, Respondent must notify the supervising physician of the terms and conditions of probation; and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $40,589.25. January 2, 2025.

WON, LUKE SUNGHYUM, D.P.M. (E 5409), ADDRESS NOT DISCLOSED

No admissions but charged with gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, failure to maintain adequate and accurate medical records, and unprofessional conduct in the care and treatment of one patient. Physician must complete an education course, medical record keeping course, and reimburse the Board its costs of investigation and enforcement in the amount of $25,578.75. Public Reprimand. March 14, 2025.

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