Blog: Medical Malpractice

July 27, 2024Medical Malpractice

How Must a Veterinarian Comply with the Prescription Monitoring Program?

Texas veterinarians are subject to the oversight of the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (TVBME). This agency not only licenses veterinarians but regulates them to ensure compliance with laws and regulations appliable to their profession. Under Texas law, the TVBME has the authority to discipline licensed veterinarians who violate these laws, which can lead to dire consequences.  If you are facing a complaint or disciplinary proceedings before the TVBME, your first call should be...

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September 23, 2023Medical Malpractice

Can I Use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to Manage My Texas Medical Practice? Am I Liable if It Makes a Mistake?

State and federal law imposes significant duties on physicians to responsibly manage and maintain their medical practices, including extensive rules about how to maintain patient records. The Texas Medical Board (TMB) also has established ethical rules governing physicians' management of their practices. In addition, the recent rise in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to manage office operations and perform other routine tasks has given physicians a new tool that promises innovative increases in efficiency...

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