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License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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| 10973 | Allen | CP21-365 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about June 17, 2021, Respondent treated a dachshund, Pickle,
for gastrointestinal issues and Pickle had recently been seen on
several other previous occasions. During a prior visit, a
radiograph was performed and Respondent said it was
unremarkable. The client requested bloodwork, but it was not
performed because Respondent felt it would also be unremarkable.
The client mentioned a concern about a lump on Pickle's side.
Respondent was unable to locate the lump and failed to do any
other diagnostic testing. Respondent only treated Pickle
symptomatically. After the last exam, Pickle rapidly declined in
a matter of hours and died on the way to the emergency clinic.
There, the veterinarian diagnosed Pickle with a swollen liver
with neoplasia. |
Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 15337 | Longview | CP21-113 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about November 19, 2020, a donkey, Ellie May, was suspected
to be pregnant. The owner called Respondent to come to her barn
and confirm the pregnancy. Respondent claimed Ellie May was
aggressive and hard to manage; however, Respondent was
ultimately able to obtain a blood sample. One week later, the
results came back, and Respondent misread them and advised the
owner that Ellie May was not pregnant. On November 24, 2020,
Ellie May gave birth. The owner continuously contacted the
clinic to let them know of the birth and that Ellie May was not
nursing the foal and that her belly was still contracting.
Respondent acknowledged that they received calls but she was
tending to other patients and could not make a house call at the
time. Because of misreading the bloodwork, Ellie May was not
properly cared for or monitored during the foaling and
post-foaling process. Both Ellie May and the foal died the next
day. |
6 hrs. add'l
CE |
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| 8729 | Houston | CP20-062 | 01/17/2023 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During an October 22, 2019 inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Beuthanasia, Buprenorphine, Telazol, Diazepa, Ketamine, and Tramadol. Respondent also had no log for Telazol/Ketamine/Xylazine, Ketamine/Dolorex/Telazol, and Butorphanol/Acepromazine. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8230 | Stephenville | CP22-033 | 07/18/2023 | Extra-Label or Off-Label Use of Drugs;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about June 22, 2020, a horse named Point of No Return was
seen by Respondent who diagnosed a torn bladder sphincter and
prescribed phenylpropanolamine (#30 tablets). Complainant was
told to order it from the in-house pharmacy. Due to cost, she
stated she would pay for it on a week-by-week basis. When she
picked up the medication from the pharmacy, it stated "Dogs
only." She asked the pharmacist if there had been a mistake and
was told it was correct. She proceeded to give the medication to
her horse as instructed by Respondent. On July 1, 2020, her
horse was found under a shaded tree with her head down and not
eating. She called the equine hospital to question the state of
her horse. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13093 | Houston | CP21-112 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On November 3, 2020, a cat was seen by Respondent for inappetence and not defecating for 7 days but drinking water and wobbly in the rear limbs. On November 9, the patient was seen again by Respondent for posterior ataxia and was not eating or drinking. Respondent prescribed medication and sent the patient home. On November 20, the patient went to a specialty clinic that found the patient had otitis and vestibular disease. Respondent did not correctly diagnose the ear infection and instead stated that it was a kidney infection. | 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| Campbell, Glen Glen Campbell DVM
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6791 | Hurst | CP21-088 | 07/18/2023 | Professional
Standard of Care |
On
or about May 1, 2020, a dog named Vader was presented to
Respondent for a neuter surgery. Several months later, Vader's
regular veterinarian found one testicle was not removed.
Another veterinarian who worked at the same clinic as
Respondent removed the testicle free of charge. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin.
penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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Glen Campbell DVM
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6791 | Hurst | CP20-166 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about December 16, 2019, a poodle named Ava was presented to
Respondent to be spayed. Ava was acting funny when she returned
home, and the owner took Ava to the Emergency Room the next day.
Ultrasound showed that Ava's intestines were sewn up into the
closure when closing the wound. Ava died on December 24, 2019. |
Formal Reprimand; 1 yr. suspension with suspension stayed and probated entire term; quarterly reports; other conditions outlined in order; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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Glen Campbell DVM
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6791 | Hurst | CP20-166 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about December 16, 2019, a poodle named Ava was presented to
Respondent to be spayed. Ava was acting funny when she returned
home, and the owner took Ava to the Emergency Room the next day.
Ultrasound showed that Ava's intestines were sewn up into the
closure when closing the wound. Ava died on December 24, 2019. |
Formal Reprimand; 1 yr. suspension with suspension stayed and probated entire term; quarterly reports; other conditions outlined in order; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
| 11692 | Austin | CP21-154 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about November 25, 2022, a dog named Dolly was presented to Respondent after failing to improve after an after hours clinic visit for pain and nausea. Respondent treated Dolly with fluids but did not note evidence of ileus despite Dolly having all the symptoms. A couple of days later, another veterinarian found an obstruction and Dolly died shortly after it was removed. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11693 | McKinney | CP19-381 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about July 25, 2019, Respondent treated a 2-year-old Belgian
Malinois named Sadie. The treatment provided did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's Rules
of Professional Conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 4926 | Quinlan | CP22-019 | 01/17/2023 | Use of Prescription Drugs |
Respondent
had an account set up with a drug distributor enabling a friend
who owned an animal shelter to order dangerous drugs and/or
controlled substances for use on animals at the shelter. The
drugs were being administered to the animals at the shelter by
his friend without Respondent establishing a veterinarian client
patient relationship. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
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Rob Coke DVM
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7928 | San Antonio | CP20-273 | 01/17/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about April 10, 2020, Respondent treated a 35-year-old Double
Yellow parrot named Duke, and the medical records did not meet
the standards required by the board's rules of professional
conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
| 3560 | Sidney | ALO
3560 |
01/17/2023 | Application for Reinstatement of License
after Revocation |
Respondent submitted an application for reinstatement of his license to the board on December 9, 2021, 5 years after revocation for a Driving While Intoxicated conviction under DK2017-072. |
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| 14330 | Rockwall | CP22-062 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about October 12, 2021, a 4-year-old pug named Paisley was
presented for an annual vaccine, nail trim, and anal expression.
During the nail trim and anal expression, Paisley became very
stressed out. Respondent placed Paisley in a kennel and
administered a shot of diphenhydramine to calm her down.
Respondent retrieved Paisley from the kennel ~20 minutes later
to finish her services and administer the rabies, DHLPP, and
Bordatella vaccines altogether, even though historically
Paisley's vaccines were spread out and Respondent was aware of
the protocols. Respondent placed Paisley back into the kennel.
Five to 10 minutes later, a veterinary assistant checked on
Paisley and noticed her tongue was purple and she was foaming at
the mouth. Paisley's oxygen saturation level was low. She
stopped breathing and died. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Douglas Dawson DVM
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5466 | Houston | CP19-312 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about May 19, 2019, Respondent treated a 12-year-old cat
named Travis. The treatment provided allegedly did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
| 15240 | Houston | CP21-289 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about April 20, 2021, a cat named Shadow was presented to
Respondent for a dental procedure. Shadow passed away during the
two-tooth extraction while under anesthesia. Shadow had
underlying health conditions that made the surgery risky. Shadow
was under anesthesia for 3 hours partly because Respondent was
busy performing multiple surgeries simultaneously. |
$1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13596 | Longview | CP19-287 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about April 25, 2019, Respondent treated a 5-year-old dog named Wonder. The treatment provided allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 7 hrs. add'l CE (This is a MODIFIED board order. The original board order, which the respondent signed, was for a FORMAL reprimand - not an informal reprimand. The original board order is located here.) | |
| 9375 | Temple | CP21-432 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
August, 6, 2021, Lucy was presented for grooming. The owner
requested pre-op bloodwork, but Respondent failed to draw
because Lucy was too fractious. Lucy had undergone previous
sedation/anesthesia on June 16, 2020, and the same medications
were used. No weight was listed for the visit in question. The
amount of DKT (dexmedetomidine, ketamine, and butorphanol) was
twice the amount used for the previous OHE performed on June 15,
2020. Lucy died under sedation. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 1663 | Odessa | CP22-320 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about July 13, 2022, a 1.5-year-old Schnauzer named Bella was
presented to Respondent for a spay. Upon discharge after an
overnight stay, no pain medication was prescribed. The use of
balanced analgesia for surgical procedures especially major
abdominal procedures has been the standard of care since the
early 2000s. There are several negative effects of untreated
pain, including but not limited to lethargy, inappetence, and
decreased water intake. Bella was taken to a second veterinarian
with lethargy, diarrhea, inappetence, and painful distended
abdomen. Differential diagnoses included post-operative
complications of urethral obstruction and hypoadrenocorticism.
The second veterinarian advised of the poor prognosis and tried
to stabilize Bella, but Bella died. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Thomas Evans DVM
|
5177 | Alvin | CP21-102 | 04/25/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
October 26, 2020, a 1.5-year-old Blue Heeler named Maggie was
spayed by Respondent. The medical record contained no
description of the procedure or documentation of monitoring
after surgery. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
| 3670 | Willis | CP20-391 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
July 29, 2020, a dog named Maggie was presented to Respondent to
be spayed. The medical record lacked documentation from
completion of surgery at 10:10 am until 11:50 am when it was
noted that the patient was given 0.2 mL of Acepromazine IM to
calm her down because she was not happy with the cone.
Respondent and staff left for lunch from noon until 1:00 pm
leaving Maggie unmonitored. Upon their return to the clinic,
Maggie was in shock. Resuscitation attempts were made but Maggie
died. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11281 | Whitehouse | CP20-399 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
In
August 2020, the board received a complaint alleging that
Respondent performed an ovariohysterectomy on a dog and left
gauze inside. The dog died as a result. The board's medical
reviewer determined that gauze being left inside the dog was a
violation of standard of care. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12089 | Santa
Fe |
CP21-052 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
September 14, 2020, Respondent examined a dog's left tibia for a
spiral fracture that was splinted 10 days prior. Respondent did
not change, remove, or adjust the splint and sent the patient
home with a prescription for Carprofen and trazodone. On
September 17, a colleague changed the splint on a follow-up
visit. The office received phone calls between September 22 and
24 with the owner reporting abnormal behavior by the dog. On
September 25, Respondent re-examined the dog and noted the
dorsal area of the splint near the hip was abrasive. Respondent
added additional padding but did not remove the splint for
closer examination. On October 2, the dog returned and a severe
infection in the leg had developed. A colleague ended up having
to amputate to save the patient's life. |
6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11986 | Plano | CP21-033 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about March 1, 2018, a dog named Harry was presented to
Respondent for a dental cleaning. Respondent documented that a
severely fractured molar on the left mandible, 309, was
extracted. On or about March 4, 2020, the owners took Harry to
another veterinarian for a dental cleaning, and that
veterinarian found hidden roots of the 309 molar. The roots that
were left in led to an infection and suffering by Harry for 2
years. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Autumn Gillespie DVM
|
16288 | Katy | CP21-180 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
Thanksgiving Sunday 2020, a dog named Lupita was presented to
Respondent after vomiting part of a turkey string she had
swallowed on Thanksgiving Day. Respondent treated Lupita with
fluids and Cerenia. Xrays were inconclusive for a foreign body.
Lupita was re-presented the next day and new xrays were taken,
but no new treatment was given. Lupita died after a subsequent
veterinarian performed surgery and removed the foreign body. |
Informal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
| 4121 | Coupland | CP20-356 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Unauthorized Treatment |
On
July 1, 2020, a dog named Leah was presented to Respondent for a
dental procedure. The owner explained that Leah could not have
anesthesia due to previous bad reactions. Respondent advised tht
only a tranquilizer would be used. When Leah got stressed and an
infected molar could not be removed, Propofol was administered.
The owner was notified upon pick up that Propofol was
administered. The next day at home Leah let out a sharp cry and
moved to the bed to lay on her side breathing heavily. The owner
rushed her to the hospital where she passed away. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 5302 | Lumberton | CP22-089 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about September 17, 2020, a 2.5-year-old Schnauzer named Ivy
was presented for bladder stone removal. Ivy was masked down
with isoflurane gas and intubated during surgery. The bladder
stones were removed, and the surgical site was closed without
incident. Afterwards, Ivy suffered cardiac arrest. Atropine and
dexdomitor, were administered together during surgery. It is
commonly known not to mix these two drugs. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4319 | Nome | CP22-228 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about December 16, 2021, a Great Dane named Nova was
presented for a spay. Nova was discharged late in the day while
still recumbent due to a late additional dose of xylazine and
ketamine to aid in finishing the sutures. She recovered poorly.
Within a few hours, the client took Nova to a hospital and,
based on her grave prognosis, elected euthanasia. |
$500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7411 | Magnolia | CP21-214 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
January 11, 2020, a dog was presented to Respondent for a mass
on its left flank. Respondent performed an FNA and believed the
mass to be malignant. She offered referral to an oncologist or
removal by her with the mass sent off to the laboratory for
analysis. She removed the mass and it wound up being a kidney.
The dog was taken to Texas A&M for exploratory surgery where
they found a herniation of the dog's intestines through a dorsal
body wall defect which was likely how the kidney appeared to be
a mass that was showing through. |
Not specified
in board order |
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| 9816 | Spring | CP21-192 | 04/25/2023 | Adherence to Law; Supervision of
Non-Veterinarians; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Ordering
a Prescription Drug or Controlled Substance for the Treatment of
an Animal Without First Establishing a
Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship; Practicing Veterinary
Medicine Without a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship |
On
or about January 28, 2021, a cat named Ginger was presented to
Respondent for a spay procedure. Ginger became fractious when
trying to get a blood sample and could not be handled. Ace/Torb
was administered by the veterinary technician to calm Ginger
down. There was no medical record of a physical exam performed
by a doctor or of the administration of Ace/Torb. Ginger bit the
veterinary technician on the hand while she was shaving Ginger's
leg to insert a catheter. The bite was reported to the local
authority. |
Informal
reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 15058 | Austin | CP22-056 | 07/18/2023 | Use of Prescription Drugs |
Respondent
was prescribing Xanax for a Springer Spaniel named Beau without
fully reviewing the records which indicated suspicion of abuse
and suspicious prescribing activity. Client had been
hospitalized three times over the course of 5 months after
having access to Xanax intended for Beau. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6638 | Sweetwater | CP22-032 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about September 26, 2021, a 15-year-old dog named Wrangler
was presented to Respondent for injuries sustained in a dog
fight. Respondent discussed the large tumor in the perianal area
that had been damaged and that she would not be removing it. The
clients were adamant about treatment after Respondent suggested
they consider euthanasia. Respondent called the client to pick
up Wrangler after treatment of the wounds and recovery from
anesthesia. Respondent advised that Wrangler would not be able
to use his back end. Wrangler died by 2pm the same day after
being picked up. Wrangler had a crunchy feeling and sound on
palpating the tumor and Wrangler could not support his own
weight in the rear. Radiographs and ultrasound were not taken or
offered. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7956 | Allen | CP20-378 | 07/18/2023 | Controlled Substances Record
Keeping for Drugs on Hand |
On
or about July 20, 2020 during an on-site TBVME inspection,
Respondent could not find the required 5 years of controlled
drug logs [sic]. He could not provide a biennial controlled
substances inventory or provide purchase receipts for controlled
drugs. When asked for 5 years of controlled drug logs,
Respondent stated the logbooks were kept offsite. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 3421 | Big
Spring |
CP20-372 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
A
cat was presented to Respondent for nasal congestion. Respondent
examined the cat and diagnosed bacterial, fungal, viral inflamed
rhinitis. The owner wanted Respondent to do as much as possible
to save her cat. Respondent did not treat her cat with an
anti-viral medication and had a dismissive attitude toward the
health of the cat due to its breed being a "genetic disaster."
The owner took the cat to another veterinarian where the cat had
another seizure on the table. The owner decided to euthanize the
cat after being informed of the poor prognosis. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
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| 4476 | Houston | CP21-283 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about March 20, 2021, Respondent treated a rat named Betty.
Betty was presented for a surgery to remove a tumor mass.
Respondent instructed the client to have Betty fast before the
surgery. The client dropped off Betty at the clinic early in the
morning. Respondent called the client at ~8:45pm to relay that
Betty was in surgery. Respondent advised the client that Betty
would need to be kept overnight and that nobody would be there
to monitor but it would be okay since Betty would be sleeping
off the anesthesia. Betty died overnight. The late surgery
caused Betty to fast for 20 hours. Medical journal states that
rats don't vomit and have a high metabolism so fasting is not
recommended. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3779 | Harlingen | CP21-290 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about April 20, 2021, a dog named Hash was presented to
Respondent for vomiting, diarrhea, and not eating. Respondent
tested Hash for parvo and determined Hash was positive. Has was
not offered SQ fluids for support. Respondent did not meet the
standard of care. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13180 | Canyon | CP21-268 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about February 23, 2021, Respondent treated a dog named Sassy
that was presented for a spay. Respondent failed to ensure that
the pop-off valve on the anesthesia machine was open. Sassy died
during the pre-surgical procedure due to excessive pressure
within the system and anoxia because the valve on the machine
was closed. The valve should have been open to receive oxygen. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8150 | Conroe | CP19-241 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
March 22, 2019, Respondent provided treatment to a 10-year-old
female dog named Mini-Mini. The treatment did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the Board's Rules
of Professional Conduct. The medical records did not meet the
requirements as provided by the board's Rules of Professional
Conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 14474 | Plano | CP21-267 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
March 9, 2021, the owner took her cat for vaccinations and a
nail trim. The cat was too aggressive to trim its nails or
administer vaccines, but a dental cleaning was recommended. On
March 18, the cat was presented to Respondent for dental
cleaning. Respondent administered a combination of sedative
medications. Shortly afterward, the cat's tongue turned blue and
it went into cardiac arrest and died. |
Informal Reprimand; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8801 | Sudan | CP21-106 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
November 23, 2020, an English bulldog named Bibiana was dropped
off at Respondent's clinic for a spay procedure. Respondent
called the client at 12:15pm and said the dog was fine in
surgery, but shortly afterward he called back to say Bibiana was
dead. Respondent used an anesthetic protocol that was below the
standard of care, particularly on an English bulldog due to
brachycephalic anatomy. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9700 | Conroe | CP21-330 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
In
March 2021, the board received a complaint regarding
Respondent's treatment of a French Bulldog. During the check up,
Respondent failed to notice the dog was not properly vaccinated
for Parvo. Two months later, the dog tested positive for Parvo
and was treated by Respondent. The board reviewer found that the
standard of care was met for vaccination but not for treatment
of Parvo. The test was performed late and fluid therapy fell way
below AAHA guidelines. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11840 | Troup | 2020-039 | 01/17/2023 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On
or about April 6, 2018, a Boxer mix named Romo was presented to
Respondent for a routine neuter procedure. After discharge, the
owner noticed some bleeding from his surgical site. The owner
returned to the mobile clinic, but Respondent had gone home for
the day. A veterinary technician stapled Romo's surgical site
without adequate supervision from Respondent. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 7206 | Pearland | CP23-186 | 07/18/2023 | Use of Prescription Drugs |
For
4 years, Respondent prescribed medication to a private facility
and allowed the owner to use his account number to order
prescription medicines to treat parvo infected dogs. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty | |
| 7169 | Houston | CP20-390 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Performing
or Prescribing Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment |
On
or about April 27, 2020, Respondent administered vaccinations to
a 2.8-pound, 14-week-old Yorkshire terrier named Sassy. The
client told the clinic that Sassy was not to have more than two
vaccines administered at the same time due to a prior bad
reaction. Sassy was administered five vaccines. Within 4 hours,
Sassy's ears and face became swollen with redness and hives,
necessitating treatment at an animal emergency hospital. Sassy
had documented probable vaccine reaction on a prior visit. The
current recommendation for small breed dogs <10 kg is to
split or space out vaccinations. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10037 | Jasper | CP20-116 | 01/17/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about September 15, 2019, a 1-year-old Peekapoo dog named
Mickey was presented to Respondent for persistent seizures. [The
rest of the Findings of Fact were redacted from the board
order.] |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7621 | San Antonio | CP20-318 | 01/17/2023 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility to Refer a Case |
On
or about May 8, 2020, an animal named Lucy was presented to
Respondent for not eating and lethargy. Exam included blood work
and Lucy was diagnosed with an infection. A medication was
prescribed for the infection. Lucy returned to be rechecked and
she was not getting any better. No differential diagnosis or
referral to a hospital was made. A sonogram was suggested by
Respondent. The office manager told the owner to wait until the
following Monday. The owner opted for euthanasia to prevent
further suffering. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Brent Plonski DVM
|
12148 | Santa
Fe |
CP21-059 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about September 22, 2020, Respondent improperly applied
splint on a patient named Zoie's fractured left rear limb. On or
about October 2, 2020, Zoie's leg had to be amputated due to the
severity of the infection and non-union of the tibial fracture. |
$1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
|
Emanuel Ponsford DVM
|
4757 | Garland | CP20-177 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about January 30, 2020, a 14-year-old poodle named Andre was
presented to Respondent for a dental cleaning. Andre was dropped
off at 7:30 am and his owner was contacted to request consent to
remove 3 broken teeth. At 2:00 pm, the owner was contacted again
and told that Respondent was attempting to revive Andre. Andre
did not recover. Andre had an abnormal ECG pattern during the
procedure. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
| 7925 | Dallas | CP18-172 | 07/18/2023 | Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer
a Case |
On
August 4, 2017, a ~17-year-old West Highland terrier named Ally
was presented to another provider at Respondent's clinic. Ally
was diagnosed with Westie Lung Disease or idiopathic pulmonary
fibrosis. Her condition was guarded, but she improved with
treatment. An echocardiogram was recommended. On August 7, Ally
presented to Respondent for her first echocardiogram. She
diagnosed Ally with severe pulmonary hypertension and increased
Ally's sildenafil. On August 23, Ally was presented to another
provider at a different clinic who performed another
echocardiogram and diagnosed moderate pulmonary hypertension
which indicated that the sildenafil was helping. By December of
2017, the client wanted to decrease the medication dosage, so he
contacted several providers to get this accomplished. Respondent
agreed to reevaluate Ally. On January 4, 2018, she performed
another echocardiogram. She had difficulty performing the
pressure test and informed the client of this. Despite the
faulty test, Respondent diagnosed Ally with moderate pulmonary
hypertension and recommended she stay on the same course of
treatment. Respondent did not refer Ally to a cardiologist or
other specialist for further diagnostics or treatment. The
client requested a refund for the echocardiogram or another one
free of charge; his request was declined, reportedly because it
was believed the sildenafil was working, a repeat echocardiogram
would not provide value because pressures change day by day, and
Ally should be seen by a board-certified cardiologist. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 15146 | Belton | CP21-409 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
A
dog was presented to Respondent for dry heaving and anxiousness.
Radiographs were taken for suspected gastric dilation and
volvulus (GDV). The owner thought it was GDV but Respondent did
not agree. Respondent took another radiograph to be sure and
believed the dog did not have GDV. A day later the dog passed
away. A necropsy revealed the dog died from GDV. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9355 | Grapevine | CP20-021 | 01/17/2023 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a September 2019 investigation by the board, discrepancies in
the controlled substance log were noted. |
Informal Reprimand; $8,000 admin. penalty | |
| 8407 | Fort
Worth |
DK2019-091 | 04/25/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
From
September 2015 to October 2017, Respondent treated two Labrador
retrievers through his mobile veterinary service. The medical
records from this period were not sufficiently detailed as
required by the board. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
|
| 4764 | San Antonio | CP22-045 | 01/17/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about April 10, 2020, a 35-year-old Double Yellow parrot named Duke was presented for treatment at Broadway Oaks Animal Hospital, and the medical records did not meet the standards required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12712 | San
Antonio |
CP23-083 | 07/18/2023 | Performing or Prescribing Unnecessary or
Unauthorized Treatment |
On
or about October 10, 2022, a 12-year-old dog named Chanel was
presented to Respondent for concerns about her not remembering
the family and her surroundings. Respondent examined Chanel and
found cataracts, dental decay, tooth loss, and that she was
deaf. Respondent recommended pain medication and gabapentin;
however, due to the state of Chanel, the client opted for
euthanasia. The complainant was charged for euthanasia; however,
on October 11, 2022, she was told Chanel was instead taken to a
senior dog rescue without authorization. Respondent offered a
refund for euthanasia and cremation. The client requested the
refund go directly to the shelter that was caring for Chanel.
Three weeks later, the client had not been given any additional
information about the facility or Chanel. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 11071 | Pearland | CP19-271 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about April 30, 2019, Respondent treated a 5-month-old female
Dachshund named Ginger. The treatment provided allegedly did not
meet the professional standard of care as required by the
Board's Rules of Professional Conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8413 | Salado | CP21-155 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
A
hound dog named Dolly was presented for vomiting, diarrhea, and
excess thirst after being seen recently by three other
veterinarians. Dolly was not improving, so the owner brought her
back again. Respondent examined Dolly and sent her home with
medication for nausea and pain. A day or two later, Dolly was
treated by another veterinarian that found an obstruction and
removed it. Dolly died soon afterwards. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| Schwarzlose,
Phillip Phillip Schwarzlose DVM |
8609 |
San Marcos |
CP22-284 |
01/17/2023 |
Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | PRN completed an intake on Respondent on 12/06/2016 after he had been detoxed 3 weeks prior. He was diagnosed with panic attacks and anxiety. He had a history of ingesting benzodiazepines. He used his DEA license to increase his own dose and began mixing it with alcohol. On 05/03/2022, Respondent was seen in the emergency department due to being involved in a motor vehicle collision, alcohol intoxication, and alcohol abuse. On 06/03/2022, he was seen at another emergency department, reported drinking 12 cans of beer daily, and had increased anxiety, tremors, and sweating. On 10/24/2022, a medical doctor performed an evaluation at the request of PRN and determined that Respondent was not safe to practice veterinary medicine. Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing of imminent threat to public welfare. | Temporary Suspension Order 11/02/2022 Continuing Suspension Order 11/09/2022  Formal Reprimand; 5 yr. suspension, stayed after 6 months or after Respondent is cleared to practie by PRN, whichever occurs later; probation for remaining period of suspension; Peer Assistance Program participation; other conditions outlined in order; $2,500 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE |
| 14031 | Houston | CP21-011 | 01/17/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about July 14, 2020, a dog was presented to Respondent for
pyometra surgery. Respondent did not include any surgical
description or anesthetic monitoring in his medical notes. |
Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 14031 | Houston | CP21-093 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about October 4, 2019, a dog named Jax was presented to
Respondent for a neuter surgery. Jax was cryptorchid. At pickup,
Jax was the only dog not walking out. Respondent advised the
owner everything went fine during surgery. A few days later Jax
stopped urinating. On or about October 9, Jax was rushed to the
hospital for surgery and it was revealed that Jax's prostate was
stitched and urethra was ligated. As a result, Jax was
euthanized. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Nathaniel Shelton DVM
|
13569 | Houston | CP21-263 | 04/25/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about April 2, 2021, a 2-year-old cat named Matcha was
presented to Respondent for a spay. After the surgery,
Respondent noticed that Matcha did not respond well after a
veterinary assistant found Matcha was not alert. Respondent went
back into surgery on Matcha to make sure she was not
hemorrhaging and found that everything was intact. Matcha died 2
days later at the clinic. Respondent failed to document the
post-op treatment of SQ fluids and decline of referral to an
emergency hospital. |
$500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
| 13504 | Decatur | CP20-376;
CP21-002 |
04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about May 12, 2020, Respondent treated two cats named Marley
and Che who were presented for ear cleaning. The treatment
provided did not meet the professional standard of care as
required by the board's Rules of Professional Conduct.
Respondent did not refer the patients to a specialist and did
not document why. The handwritten medical records were difficult
to read and lacked examination details. |
Informal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2820 | Houston | CP20-094 | 07/18/2023 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
On
November
4, 2019 during an on-site investigation by the TBVME, it was
found that the controlled substances logs were out of date for
over 2 years. There was no running balance for Euthanasia,
ketamine, tramadol, TKY-Rompun (xylazine) & ketamine,
torbugesic, torbutrol, phenobarbital, and diazepam, which were
all on hand, several having expired many years ago. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| Starks, Linwood Linwood Starks DVM |
11780 |
Grand Prairie |
CP23-113 |
01/06/2023 |
Violation of Board Order |
Respondent violated Agreed Board Orders CP21-251 and CP20-151. The board received a complaint as outlined in CP20-151, as well as multiple other complaints. In one, a cat died during a routine neuter. In another, a dog had complications due to a dental cleaning. In another a dog was dropped off for a dental surgery and died in a kennel before surgery likely due to heat stress. Other complaints filed with the board have indicated additional issues with the way Respondent operates his mobile veterinary clinic in unsanitary conditions, patients left strewn post-op all over the floor with no one monitoring, cats stacked several crates high after surgery waiting to be picked up without monitoring, numerous spays and neuters being done the same day with inadequate space and no room to walk without stepping on patients laying on the floor post-op. Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing of imminent threat to public welfare. During a TBVME inspection performed on 01/11/2023 (ie, 5 days after a temporary suspension was issued), Respondent was providing Ketamine and Xylazine to a relief veterinarian working on the premises who was operating on patients. Respondent did not have his controlled substances logs with him, and multiple vials were found in two unlocked vehicles parked just outside the clinic's trailer. A continuing suspension order was issued. | Continuing suspension order 01/11/2023 Suspension until superseded by a subsequent order or by operation of law |
| 14352 | Baton
Rouge, LA |
CP18-037 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
July 27, 2017, a 5-year-old Labrador retriever named Bailey was
taken to a specialty clinic to address left hindlimb lameness.
She was examined by other providers and a tibial plateau
leveling osteotomy (TPLO) was performed. Bailey was discharged
the next day. On July 29, the clients brought Bailey back due to
concerns with her breathing. Another provider examined her and
diagnosed aspiration pneumonia. Care was transferred to
Respondent (who was an intern) at that time. Respondent
discussed the plan of treatment with the surgeon on call who
agreed with it. Bailey was hospitalized overnight. Despite
initial improvement, Bailey's oxygen saturation dropped below
90% during the morning hours of July 30, and she began to appear
uncomfortable. She was placed into the ICU's oxygenated cage. At
approximately 1pm, her oxygen saturation did not read above 75%
and she was noted to be pale with a large amount of brown,
foul-smelling liquid coming from her nostrils. Respondent, who
was on call, was notified and ordered IV medications be
administered. Bailey's condition continued to decline.
Respondent was contacted, ordered chest radiographs, and began
traveling to the facility. When Bailey was flipped to her right
side to complete the radiographs, she stopped breathing. Shortly
thereafter, she went into cardiac arrest. Attempts at
resuscitation were unsuccessful. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11786 | Mohanans | CP22-224 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about January 24, 2022, a puppy named Champ was presented for
ear cropping and, on February 8, returned to have the stitches
removed. While Respondent was removing the stitches, Champ began
reacting and had to be restrained. No sedation drugs were
administered. Several milliliters of blood came out of Champ's
mouth and onto the table. Respondent knew that it was lung
blood. Shortly after Respondent removed the sutures, Champ
fainted in the veterinary technician's arms. The client arrived
and while Respondent was discussing with him/her, Champ crashed
and died. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 15721 | Alice | CP22-004 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about September 3, 2021, a cat named Reign was presented to
Respondent to have a nail removed on the right paw. Upon picking
up Reigh, the owner noticed she was bleeding all over with only
one-half of her right paw still left and the left paw was all
cut up and had six staples going up her arm. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10775 | El
Paso |
CP22-135 | 07/18/2023 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about April 8, 2021, a cat named Baby was taken to
Respondent's office around 8am to address blood around her eye
that occurred after another cat swiped her. She met with the vet
tech and was advised to wait outside due to Covid policy. After
a few hours, the client was told Respondent had looked at Baby's
eye and it did have a scratch. Respondent prescribed eye
ointment and pain medication. The client asked if they could do
bloodwork while Baby was there. Later, Baby was brought out in
her crate. While the vet tech was collecting the bill and
medicine, Baby struggled to breathe, her eyes were glassed over,
and she urinated herself. The client addressed the state of Baby
with the vet tech when she came back out, so she took her back
inside to be evaluated by Respondent. Shortly after, Baby died.
The client called regarding Baby's missing bloodwork in the
medical records. The clinic later emailed the client the missing
information. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 15524 | Austin | CP21-336 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about May 31, 2021, Respondent treated a 10-year-old
Pomeranian named Gizmo who was presented for vomiting and
wheezing. Respondent took radiographs and bloodwork and reports
showed Gizmo had an enlarged heart and lung interstitial
pattern. Respondent prescribed Cerenia and furosemide but the
pharmacy and clinic were out of stock on pimobendan. Gizmo was
scheduled for an EKG on June 7, 2021 but died before the
appointment. Medical journal advises that patients with heart
failure should have more aggressive treatment than what was
given. Gizmo should have been referred to an animal emergency
hospital on initial visit. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 14549 | Arlington | CP22-276 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about March 26, 2022, an Australian mix named Boogie was
presented for throwing up and not eating. Respondent
misdiagnosed lower back pain and compression of the spine.
Respondent prescribed medications and sent Boogie home. Later in
the evening, Boogie became disoriented and had to go to the
emergency room where bowel obstruction was diagnosed. Boogie had
to have surgery to remove the obstruction. Respondent ordered
only lower spine radiographs and missed the obstruction. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 5916 | Amarillo | CP21-362 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about June 3, 2021, a dog was presented to Respondent for a
bleeding left cheek under the eyelid. Respondent determined that
the dog had a soft mass tumor and performed surgery to drain the
mass. Respondent did not shave the area before surgery. The
owner took the dog to his regular veterinarian and was told the
dog would need another surgery because the hair was not shaved
and the matted hair was left to fester. The dog woudl have died
had he not gone to his regular veterinarian. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12180 | Carrollton | CP18-109 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
January 3, 2018, a 5-month-old Golden Doodle named Sedona was
presented to Respondent for a spay. Sedona was prepped for
surgery and anesthesia was induced, which included Dexdomitor.
In addition to Respondent, a veterinary technician was present
throughout and monitoring Sedona during surgery. The spay
procedure was completed without any issues. However, during the
suturing to close the abdominal wall, Sedona went into cardiac
arrest. Respondent immediately began CPR and administered
epinephrine, but all attempts to resuscitate were unsuccessful.
Respondent did not administer Atipamezole to reverse the
Dexdomitor she had previously administered. A necropsy was
performed and concluded that the cause of death was unclear, but
was presumably related to the anesthesia. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7899 | Houston | CP20-304 | 01/17/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about April 7, 2020, Respondent treated a 2-year-old dog
named Bree. The treatment provided allegedly did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. Respondent allowed the director and
staff of rescue group, Legends of the Paws, to interfere or
intervene with the practice of veterinary medicine. Respondent
also failed to properly care for and submit the patient to
proper testing prior to surgery which led to Bree's death.
Respondent had prior knowledge of pre-existing medical
conditions that would place the patient in imminent danger of
injury or death. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8626 | Richmond | CP20-374 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
In
July 2020, the board received a complaint stating that
Respondent failed to disclose that a dog's platelet count was
seriously low, instead saying that it was normal. The complaint
stated that this caused the dog to bleed through the right eye,
causing its removal a month later. The board's medical reviewer
found that Respondent violated the standard of care because she
failed to resubmit a new blood sample to get an accurate count. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7081 | Dallas | CP20-212 | 04/25/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about January 8, 2019, a Saint Bernard named Nikki was
presented to Respondent for examination of swelling and lameness
in the pelvis. Respondent diagnosed bilateral medial patella
luxation and scheduled surgery. On January 11, 2019, Nikki was
presented for surgery, and the owner requested that a mass on
the right thigh be removed at the same time as surgery. Rather
than operate on the left knee per the owner's request,
Respondent operated on the right. Respondent contended that
surgery on the right knee was still necessary. |
Informal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 3331 | Amarillo | CP22-195 | 07/18/2023 | Professional Standard of Care |
While
the owner of Ellie was out of town from December 17 to 28, 2021,
a male and female French bulldog could have bred. Ellie was
taken to Respondent several times between February 17 and 28 to
see if she was pregnant and the readiness for C-section. She
asked Respondent several times to do a sonogram but was told
they didn't do them. On Day 1 visit, Respondent performed an
x-ray and could barely notice puppies developing. On or about
February 28, Ellie was taken to Respondent's clinic to check her
progesterone level to see if the puppies were ready to be born.
It was low, so Respondent believed Ellie and the puppies were
ready. Respondent miscalculated the readiness, did not perform
repeat x-rays, and directed her contract-relief veterinarian to
perform a C-section. The relief veterinarian performed a
C-section that same day, but the puppies were premature and all
died. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2568 | CP21-032 | 07/18/2023 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board |
On
August 31, 2020, a TBVME investigator emailed Respondent stating
that he needed full medical records for review regarding a
specific animal on a specific date due to a complaint. Despite
several follow-up emails, no records were received within 21
days. Eventually, Respondent sent the medical records that were
requested, bit not until at least 5 weeks after the original
request was made. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | ||
| 7084 | Leander | CP19-170 | 01/17/2023 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances |
During
a February 2, 2019 inspection by the board, the controlled
substance logs were incomplete for torbugesic and Euthanasia,
and there were no logs for Ketamine. Respondent also failed to
have adequate security for his controlled substances by leaving
a separate bottle of Torbugesic in a room that did not meet the
minimum security requirements. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 2022
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction | |
| 8548 | Crandall | CP19-295 | 01/06/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about May 25, 2019, respondent treated a five year old male
German Shepherd mix, Serge. The treatment provided did not meet
the professional standard of care. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 4898 | Comfort | CP20-300 | 01/14/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about May 12, 2020, respondent treated a ten year old male Siamese mix cat, Bumble. The treatment provided did not meet the professional standard of care. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 9778 | Winters | DK2020-027 | 07/12/2022 | Standard of Care | On or about March 9. 2018, respondent treated a three year old female Welsh Corgi, Bonnie, who was in labor with a puppy stuck in the birth canal. The treatment provided did not meet the professional standard of care. | Informal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 6593 | Castroville | CP20-184 | 07/12/2022 | Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient
Record Keeping |
On or about July 18, 2019 through August 19, 2019, respondent treated a 5 year old female German Shepherd, Coco, and a 3 year old male German Shepherd, Urban. The treatment provided did not meet the professional standard of care. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | ||
| 9524 | Taylor | CP21-264;
CP21-315; CP21-351; CP21-366 |
01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Adherence
to Law; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum
Security for Controlled Substances; Maintenance of Sanitary
Premises |
Respondent
boarded a canine, Jax, at her facility from March 13, 2021 to
March 20, 2021. After the canine was picked up by the owners, he
was subsequently taken to an emergency clinic for ulcers on his
back legs and possible urine scalding. Jax was ultimately
euthanized due to his injuries. On May 20, 2021, the Williamson
County Sherriff's Office executed a search warrant on the
respondemt's premises. TBVME conducted a simultaneous
inspection. The surgery room was found to be in an unsanitary
condition. Some of the kennels for boarding had urine and
feces and some boarded animals did not have access to water;
although the majority of these animals were scheduled for
surgery which necessitated them being placed on NPO orders by
respondent. Animal Control officers determined that the boarded
animals were not being provided adequate care and seized all the
animals. On the date of inspection, respondent could not produce
some of the requested medical records or controlled substances
logs. Respondent's controlled substances cabinet was not
secured. On June 16, 2021, Williamson County issued an arrest
warrant for respondent alleging violations of Texas Penal Code
Section 42.092, Cruelty to Non- Livestock Animals. On June 16,
2021, respondent turned herself in, posted bond, and was
released the same day. On October 11, 2021, Williamson County
issued 4 arrest warrants for respondent alleging two additional
counts of Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals and two counts of
tampering with a government document. On October 11, 2021,
respondent turned herself in, posted bond, and was released the
same day. Respondent was temporarily suspended on October 28,
2021 by a panel of the board. Respondent appeared at an informal
conference on November 8, 2021 pursuant to Texas Occ. Code
801.409(c) where it was recommended that staff prepare a Notice
of Hearing setting out the details of the complaint and
recommended sanctions and forward the Notice of Hearing to the
State Office of Administrative Hearings for setting of an
administrative hearing. On December 27, 2021, respondent's
license was reinstated by operation of law pursuant to Texas
Occ. Code 801.409(d) as respondent was not provided notice of a
hearing as required by the Texas Veterinary Practice Act or
board rule 575.35(g) |
Temporary Suspension Order 06/03/2021 Temporary Suspension Order 10/28/2021 Suspension until the resolution of the underlying criminal matter with said suspension stayed and probated for entire period; other conditions outlined in order |
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| 4080 | Abilene |
CP20-106 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about November 21, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for an 8-month-old English bulldog named Kitty that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
||
| 11802 | San
Antonio |
CP20-137 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about January 2, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for an 8-year-old cat named Sophie that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 5 hrs. add'l CE |
||
| 5697 | Pecos |
CP19-078 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about November 6, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a 4-month-old English bulldog named Piper that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $4,000 admin. penalty; 12 hrs. add'l CE |
||
| 7918 | Conroe |
CP21-423 | 06/13/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Impaired by Chemical
Dependency on Drugs or Alcohol or by Mental Illness |
On May 6, 2021, while examining a cat that had presented for stomach issues, Respondent was bitten on his hand then grabbed the cat by the scruff of its neck, threw it against the wall, and then stomped on it several times. He treated the cat for its presenting signs and returned it to the client without disclosing the bite and his reaction. He also failed to document this in the patient's medical records. The client called Respondent 2 days later expressing concern that her cat had not eaten, didn't want to move around, and had fallen off the bed. On May 8, 2021, Respondent took xrays and found a fractured hip. Rather than explain the cause, he instead talked the client into euthanizing the cat due to its age and ailments in order to conceal his misconduct. He also omitted documentation in the patient records to conceal his misconduct. Respondent manifested violent and angry behavior toward the cat due to an underlying mental problem impairing his ability to perform a professional service. On April 27, 2022, the board temporarily suspended Respondent's license after receiving notice that he abused a pet and was being investigated for animal cruelty by the Conroe Police Department-Case #21050448. On May 11, 2022, a panel of the Enforcement Committee of the TBVME found after at least two separate occasions, after manifesting anger fits, Respondent physically abused animal patients in his veterinary clinic in 2021. Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing imminent threat to the public welfare. Thus, the temporary suspension was continued. | Temporary Suspension Order 04/27/2022
until Respondent is cleared to practice by a Professional
Recovery Network (PRN) approved psychological evaluation.
Thereafter, 5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term;
other conditions outlined in order; $5,000 admin. penalty; 6
hrs. add'l CE; Peer Assistance Program participation |
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| 4222 | Hughes
Springs |
CP20-131 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about December 2, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old dog named Josie that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 6558 | Haslet |
2019-057 | 10/18/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On December 5 and 6, 2017, Respondent provided treatment for an 11-year-old Pug named Zoey that did not meet the standard of care as required by the board. The medical records from this period also did not meet the standard required by the board. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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| 12732 | San
Marcos |
CP20-091 | 06/20/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian
Patient Record Keeping |
On October 23, 2019, a dog named Rowdy was presented to a veterinarian clinic after ingesting a tampon. Xrays showed an obstruction. The examining veterinarian referred the client to the hospital for IV fluids and to bring Rowdy back the next day for surgery if the obstruction didn't pass. The obstruction didn't pass, so the client brought Rowdy back. Respondent was on duty and did not want to perform the surgery because the obstruction had moved a little. The client opted for surgery. Respondent administered two enemas and sent Rowdy home to be observed for one more day. The client returned the next day when he did not pass the obstruction, and the veterinarians suggested euthanasia but the client refused. S/he took Rowdy to another veterinarian who immediately performed surgery, found three perforations causing leakage of fecal matter into the abdomen, and gave Rowdy a 50/50 chance to survive (due to the delay in surgery). The next day Rowdy passed away. | Formal
Reprimand;
1 yr. suspension with suspension stayed and probated entire
term; semi-annual reports; other conditions outlined in order;
$2,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 8917 |
Killeen |
CP20-220 | 04/26/2022 | Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing |
On or about March 10, 2020, Respondent dispensed heartworm preventive medication to four dogs, Wendy, Zedd, Kahlan, and Elphy without performing a heartworm test beforehand. Respondent allegedly refused to perform the test when the client attempted to purchase the name brand heartworm medication. | Informal
Reprimand |
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| 2594 | Corpus
Christi |
CP18-309 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about June 19, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for an 8-year-old cat named Nova that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 4292 | Garland |
CP20-073 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about August 6, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old Chiweenie named Tinkerbell that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 8877 | Harlingen |
CP21-331 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about May 25, 2021, Respondent provided treatment for a 1-year-old cat named Bella that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 5248 | Amarillo |
CP19-280 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On February 4, 2019, a 1.5-year-old Great Dane mix named Noni was presented to Respondent after being hit by a truck. On February 6, Respondent performed surgery on Noni's broken femur. He recommended amputation, but the client elected to try to save it. Complications ensued, and Noni developed a recurring infection and needed a second surgery. Respondent never tested the infection even after a month of continued draining and high doses of antibiotics. On March 29, the client sought a second opinion. Given the severity of the break, that veterinarian referred the case to a surgical veterinarian out of state. On May 2, the surgical veterinarian began treating Noni, but by then serious complications due to a number of Respondent's violations of standard of care prevented full recovery. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12410 | Conroe |
CP22-047 | 01/25/2022 | Violation of a Board Order |
Respondent was arrested for driving while intoxicated on October 1, 2021 while her license was on probated suspension in Case 2018-061 after being convicted of driving while intoxicated in April 2018. | Suspension until April, 9, 2024; Stayed after Respondent cleared to practice by the Peer Assistance Program; Thereafter, probation for remaining period; other conditions outlined in order, including periodic screenings for prohibited substances |
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| 9808 | Vernon |
CP19-307 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about May 24, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for an 11-year-old Dachshund named Bella that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12899 | Mercedes |
CP21-087 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On October 5, 2020, a kitten named Gris was presented to Respondent for hacking and heart racing. Respondent examined Gris, said he probably had an infection and recommended testing for FELV/FIV, although it could not be performed due to Gris' veins being too thin. Respondent gave Amoxicillin, Meloxicam, and Panacur without performing xrays or blood work. After going home, Gris' breathing worsened, so the client took him to a different veterinarian who performed xrays and blood work. After being informed that Gris' lung capacity was at 10% and he had dry pneumonia, the client decided to have him euthanized. Respondent's medical records did not have any veterinarian's name or initials to indicate who provided the service or entered the notes. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 3256 | El
Paso |
CP20-331 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | A dog was presented to Respondent for left rear leg pain upon rising. He found the dog being overweight as the primary cause and prescribed and dispensed Metacam. An unknown person wrote handwritten notes on the patient records but they lacked required details and some of the notes were illegible. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12095 | League
City |
CP19-121;
CP12-122; CP22-256 |
10/18/2022 | Automatically Revoked by Operation of Law on May 6, 2022 |
On
May
4, 2022, Respondent was convicted by the 56th District Court of
Galveston County of Engaging in Organized Crime, a 1st degree
felony, and sentenced to confinement with the Texas Department
of Criminal Justice. Imprisonment began on the date of
sentencing. |
Revoked; May apply for re-licensure in the same manner as a person applying for a new license |
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| 9315 | Tyler |
CP19-353 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about June 22, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 14-year-old Cairn Terrier named Martie that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11716 | Groves |
CP20-211 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On May 3, 2019, an 8-year-old Great Dane named Pippie was presented for TPLO surgery. Several days after the client picked up Pippie, s/he noticed a breakthrough on the stitches and Pippie fell and would not put her foot down, so she brought Pippie back. Respondent recommended xrays, and Pippie's tibia was broken. His improper implant choices were likely why the TPLO failed. Respondent admitted to not having the correct size plates. He should have referred the patient to another veterinarian. While in Respondent's care, Pippie developed bed sores and urine scalding on her tail. The client took Pippie to another veterinarian who diagnosed surgical site infection. On December 10, 2019, Pippie was euthanized. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11716 | Groves |
CP22-040 | 07/12/2022 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees |
During an April 30, 2021 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that a pet brought into Respondent's clinic in critical condition was euthanized by a non-licensed staff member with no supervising veterinarian. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 2910 | Palestine |
CP20-298 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Honesty,
Integrity, and Fair Dealing; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about January 13, 2020, an 18-year-old equine named Bubba was presented to Respondent for euthanasia. The client subsequently left and did not receive any communication from Respondent or sign a euthanasia form. On May 23, 2020, the client returned to Respondent's clinic with other horses. When she arrived, she observed Bubba alive in Respondent's pasture in very poor condition. She took Bubba home and had him euthanized on her property. Respondent was unable to provide patient records for the euthanasia visit. | Formal
Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 5497 | Corpus
Christi |
CP21-085 | 10/18/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians |
In November 2020, the board investigated a compliant alleging that a vet tech was allowed to treat, anesthetize, and suture a dog's paw. During an interview with the board, Respondent stated that he had never seen the patient and allowed the tech to perform this procedure if the client was okay with it. | Informal
Reprimand |
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| 4329 | Austin |
CP21-001 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about August 24, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 7-year-old Chihuahua named Rocco that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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| 13845 | College
Station |
CP19-273 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about August 13, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a 13-year-old Schnauzer named Koda that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 14707 | Austin |
CP21-161 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about December 27, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 15-year-old Bichon named Polly that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 9823 | Corsicana |
CP20-308 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On or about March 4, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for an 8-year-old Dachshund named Tav that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 7663 | Spring |
CP19-174 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about March 26, 2015, Respondent provided treatment for an 5-year-old Australian cattle dog named Lucy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand |
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| 15112 | Nacogdoches |
CP21-128;
CP21-129 |
01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about November 3, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for two 4-month-old cats named Zoey and Chloe that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE; Refund
$304.60 to Client |
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| 8703 | Pearland |
CP19-278 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about April 19, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old Belgian Shepherd mix named Buddy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 13715 | El
Paso |
CP19-277 | 01/25/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about April 25, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 1-year-old Frenchton dog named Laney that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 16046 | Webster |
CP20-097 | 07/12/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about October 24, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 10-year-old Pug named Rowdy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 6281 | Dallas |
CP21-124 | 10/18/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees |
In October 2020, the board received a complaint alleging that Respondent allowed non-veterinarians to give vaccinations. Through investigation, the board discovered that Respondent allowed non-veterinarians to provide vaccinations without a veterinarian present, believed that a doctor-client privilege from seeing the animal in the previous 12 months allowed employees to give vaccinations, and also believed that general supervision meant being only a phone call away. | Informal
Reprimand |
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| Nemetz, Nicole Nicole Nemetz DVM |
11619 | Iowa Colony | CP22-278 | 10/18/2022 | Adherence to Law; Chronic Intoxication, Drug Use, and Drug Dependence | Respondent agreed to Board Order 2020-084 and was placed on a 5-year stayed suspension on June 12, 2020 along with mandatory compliance with a Peer Assistance Program (PAP). On May 2, 2022, Respondent tested positive for Tramadol through a urine sample collected by the PAP. She failed to provide requested documentation that she had been prescribed or administered Tramadol and was discharged from the PAP for failure to comply. On June 13, 2022, the board issued an emergency temporary suspension order due to violation of the previous board order. | Temporary Suspension Order 06/13/2022 Enforced suspension until Respondent is cleared to practice by the PRN network; once cleared, 5-yr. probationary period; Peer Assistance Program participation; quarterly reports; other conditions outlined in order |
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| 11997 | Houston |
CP20-186 | 01/25/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about January 31, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 1-year-old Border collie mix named Nova that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 7385 | San
Antonio |
CP20-263 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about April 21, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 9-year-old cat named Adrian that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE; Refund $573.76 to Client | ||
| 12594 | Lufkin |
CP21-415 | 01/25/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Adherence to Law; Use
of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand; Rabies Control; Veterinarian Patient Record
Keeping; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans |
Respondent provided prescriptions for staff under the names of their pets, allowed non-licensed persons to perform surgeries on animals, and allowed non-licensed employees to perform examinations, administer rabies vaccines and induce anesthesia without supervision. During an on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent's controlled substances inventory contained significant variances and storage did not meet required standards. Respondent's patient records did not include necessary details. | 5 yr. Suspension effective November 2, 2021 with said suspension stayed and probated entire term; other conditions outlined in order | ||
| 14153 | Austin |
CP20-179 | 04/26/2022 | Use of Prescription Drugs | From
October
12, 2019 through February 11, 2020, Respondent treated a
3-year-old Springer Spaniel named Beau. Respondent prescribed 90
1mg Alprazolam monthly for Beau for the treatment of anxiety;
however, the owner had allegedly been taking and abusing the
medication herself. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 10260 | Houston |
CP20-038 | 04/26/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about July 22, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 13-year-old Poodle mix named Scooter that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 16100 | Webster |
CP20-098 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about October 27, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 10-year-old Pug named Rowdy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 9355 | Grapevine |
CP20-134 | 10/18/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On or about October 21, 2019, a 5-year-old Dachshund named Truffles was treated at a facility where Respondent was Co-Hospital Director but not involved in the care or treatment of Truffles. Respondent's supervision of a licensed veterinary technician allegedly did not meet the professional standard as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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| 2699 | El
Paso |
CP20-381 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On April 23, 2020, a dog was presented to Respondent for persistent left rear leg pain upon rising, excessive diarrhea, abnormal sleeping throughout the day, inactivity, depression, and anorexia. Previously, another veterinarian at the same clinic found the dog to be overweight and prescribed and dispensed Metacam. The second veterinarian did not perform any additional examinations or tests but continued the same treatment. On April 27, the client took her dog to a different veterinarian at a different hospital. That veterinarian performed an examination and tests and diagnosed Giardia, hypothyroidism, hip dysplasia, a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament, and overweight. The dog was treated with different medications and referred to a specialist. An unknown person at Respondent's hospital wrote handwritten notes on the patient records but they lacked required details and some of the notes were illegible. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 4582 | Buda |
CP22-035 | 01/25/2022 | Adherence to Law; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | On September 29, 2021, a client called the police after suspecting that Respondent was practicing while intoxicated. That same day, TBVME received a call from the Buda Police Department that Respondent was practicing veterinary medicine while intoxicated, as well as from an employee who not only corroborated that Respondent had practiced while intoxicated that day but Respondent also appeared intoxicated while practicing on other days. Respondent had a history of being chronically or habitually intoxicated with prior arrests and board orders. | 5 yr. Suspension effective October 6, 2021 with said suspension stayed after Respondent is cleared to practice by the Peer Assistance Program; Probation for the remaining period; other conditions outlined in order; Peer Assistance Program participation |
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| 2813 | Terrel |
CP21-397;
CP21-402 |
10/18/2022 | Controlled Substances Registration; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During a July 2021 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that controlled substances were not securely stored, controlled substance logs were incomplete and missing, and controlled substances registration had never been performed. Patient records were also found to be missing necessary details. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
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| 6318 | Lockney |
CP20-142 | 01/25/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about January 10, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 7-week-old Labrador retriever named Aspen that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. Additionally, no medical records indicated care other than radiographs. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 14078 | Plano |
CP19-382 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about August 27 through 28, 2017, Respondent provided treatment for a 6-year-old Golden retriever named Allie that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11780 | Grand
Prairie |
CP20-151 | 10/18/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On January 11, 2020, a dog named Whiskey was presented to Respondent to be neutered. The client picked up Whiskey later in the day and noticed he was bleeding from his incision site so took him to an emergency clinic. The emergency veterinarian determined that Whiskey's incision had reopened and he had developed a hematoma, but s/he did not repair the sutures and instead unsuccessfully attempted to apply skin glue. Whiskey was sent home with antibiotics and instructions to watch the incision. On January 13, the client took Whiskey to his regular veterinarian where he underwent an exploratory procedure for scrotal ablation, blood clot removal, and wound closure. Respondent's medical records did not contain specific details of the procedure performed. | Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11780 | Grand
Prairie |
CP21-251 | 10/18/2022 | Non-Compliance with Peer Assistance
Program |
On April 9, 2021, the board temporarily suspended Respondent's license after being notified that he was arrested on felony driving while intoxicated charges on March 24, 2021. On April 12, 2021 a panel of the Enforcement Committee of the TBVME found Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing imminent threat to the public welfare and continued the temporary suspension. On June 3, they lifted the temporary suspension and reinstated Respondent's license after he self-referred to the Professional Recovery Network (PRN). On March 1, 2022, PRN discharged Respondent for noncompliance with drug screening protocols. | Formal
Reprimand; 5 yr. Suspension effective July 12, 2022 with said
suspension stayed and probated for entire period; other
conditions outlined in order, including Peer Assistance
Program Participation |
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| 11780 | Grand
Prairie |
CP20-258 | 10/18/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On February 21, 2020, a dog named Athena was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. Afterward, the client became concerned because Athena was lethargic and took her to an emergency hospital. There, an ultrasound showed free fluid and blood in Athena's abdomen. The emergency veterinarian performed surgery and found two small bleeders in the uterus and cervix. Respondent contended these were not due to his procedure. Respondent's medical records did not contain specific details about the procedure performed. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 9377 | Kerrville |
CP20-239 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about September 26, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 6-year-old Chihuahua named Carone that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 4892 | Kilgore |
CP19-208;
CP19-401 |
04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Use of
Prescription Drugs; Use of Scheduled Drugs in Racing or
Training; Controlled Substances Registration; Commpounding
Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum Security for
Controlled Substances; Prohibiting Performance of Unauthorized
Treatment; Prohibiting Ordering Prescriptions or Controlled
Substances without a Valid Veterinarian-Client-Patient
Relationship |
TBVME received a complaint that Respondent was issuing testosterone compounds to unlicensed individuals for use in bucking bulls for performance enhancement. An inspection confirmed the allegation. In addition, the records for testosterone, a controlled substance, did not document an examination, diagnosis, treatment plan, or purpose for dispensing. Patient records also lacked necessary details. |  5 yr. suspension effective April 28, 2020; $10,000 admin. penalty |
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| 8621 | San
Antonio |
CP19-314 | 04/26/2022 | Adherence to Law |
During
a
January 24, 2019 inspection of Respondent's clinic, the TBVME
found that Respondent used a fictitious name to order compounded
controlled substances. Respondent then redistributed the
controlled drugs to other patients. Respondent also used her
prescription pad to prescribe controlled drugs to a fictitious
animal and created fictitious patient records for the fraudulent
prescriptions. Respondent allegedly wrote over 56 fraudulent
prescriptions for controlled drugs. |
Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 4 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12718 | El
Paso |
CP19-254 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about April 27, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 1-year-old Frenchton dog named Laney that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. Additionally, Respondent failed to document the options he offered to the clients and charged them for emergency care when the patient was dead on arrival. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12718 | El
Paso |
CP19-341 | 04/26/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about June 17, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier named Halle that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. Additionally, there was an inaccuracy in the medical records with no amendment to correct it. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11878 | Austin |
CP22-010 | 10/18/2022 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board |
In
September 2021, Respondent failed to respond to an email from
the board requesting information pertaining to a complaint. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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| 6589 | Rockwell |
CP19-356 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about July 16, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old cat named Sammy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 6537 | San
Antonio |
CP20-398 | 06/13/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On July 27, 2020, a cat named Black beard was presented to Respondent's clinic for a dental cleaning and tooth extraction. When the client picked up Black beard, she was unable to walk, crawl, see, smell, or eat. The next day she was walking abnormally and appeared to be blind, without the ability to smell or hear, and would not eat or drink. On July 28, the client took Black beard back to Respondent, was told it was anesthesia, and that she would get better. The clients took Black Beard to an emergency clinic that night where she was diagnosed with possible cerebral hypoxia that occurred during the dental procedure due to a mouth gag holding the mouth open too long and applying pressure on the vessels that supply the eyes and the brain. | Formal
Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 10168 | Plano |
CP19-321 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about May 30, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 15-year-old cat named Lewis that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 10564 | Adkins |
CP20-008 | 04/26/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On
or
about April 18, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a
9-year-old male Rottweiler named Diesel that allegedly did not
meet the standard of care as required by the board's rules of
professional conduct. Additionally, Diesel's blood was taken by
Respondent's assistants, and serum was submitted instead of
whole blood. The medical records from this period were also
illegible and did not reflect who made the entries into the
record. |
Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 3341 | Houston |
CP20-287 | 06/13/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping;
Patient Records Release and Charges |
A guinea pig was presented to Respondent because it was not feeling well and not eating like normal. Respondent examined the guinea pig and cleaned its mouth full of food to inspect the teeth. Respondent found nothing visibly wrong with its genital area. When the signs persisted, the client took her guinea pig to another veterinarian the next morning. Respondent's staff faxed over incomplete medical records that lacked necessary details and failed to follow up with amended/complete records. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 10846 | Amarillo |
CP20-245 | 07/12/2022 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Professional Standard of Care |
On or about April 3, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 10-week-old Golden Doodle named Daisy that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 16298 | Houston |
CP20-380 | 01/25/2022 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On or about June 20, 2020, Respondent provided treatment for a 3-year-old Boxer mix named Rakim that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 11802 | San
Antonio |
CP20-081 | 01/25/2022 | Professional Standard of Care | On or about March 30 through April 12, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 14-year-old dog named Bimbo that allegedly did not meet the professional standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction | |
| 3535 | Waller | CP19-082 | 02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about October 13, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
1-year-old dog named Kona that allegedly did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. The medical records from this time did
not include necessary details. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 5580 | Quitman | DK2020-116 | 05/13/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about August 18, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
6-year-old dog named Copper that did not meet the standards
required by the board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 7315 | Southlake | 20-060 | 10/28/2021 | Standard of Care | On
or about September 24, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for
an 8-year-old Pomeranian dog named Bentley that did not meet the
standard of care as required by the board's rules of
professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 8734 | San
Antonio |
2020-060 | 05/13/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about September 256, 2017, Respondent provided treatment for
a 7-year-old Pitbull named Weiser. The client did not receive
the requested medical records until 17 days following Weiser's
death and did not receive copies of xrays or radiology reports.
Furthermore, the medical records from this period did not
include notes from the Respondent. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 3725 | Junction |
2020-082 | 02/09/2021 | Veterinarian Client Patient Relationship;
Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
During
a September 25, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent was compounding medications without
noting in medical records the specific disease or condition the
compound was to be used for, Respondent was prescribing
controlled substances to patients without indicating the medical
necessity in patient records, and Respondent was prescribing
medication to patients without a valid veterinarian-client
patient relationship. |
Formal
Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 10993 | Seguin |
2020-066 | 02/09/2021 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | An
inspection revealed that Respondent was prescribing controlled
substances without adequate description in the medical records
of the purpose for the prescription and the withdrawal times of
the controlled substances. |
Informal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 4047 | New
Braunfels |
CP21-252 | 05/13/2021 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
at least 8 patients between April 27, 2020 and March 23, 2021,
Respondent performed veterinary surgery that did not meet
standards of care. |
5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; other conditions outlined in order; $8,000 admin. penalty; 16 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 8236 | Fort
Worth |
2020-085 | 05/13/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about July 10, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for two
9-year-old cats named Miichan and Kumakun, and the medical
records were inadequate and did not clearly distinguish between
the cats. |
Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 5474 | Waco |
2020-010;
2020-011; CP20-148 |
02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care; Violation
of a Board Order |
On
or about February 7 and March 24 through July 19, 2019,
Respondent provided treatment for a 4-year-old cat named Penny
and a 4-year-old Poodle/Schnauzer mix named Knucklehead,
respectively, that allegedly did not meet the professional
standard of care as required by the board's rules of
professional conduct. Per Agreed Order DK2017-148, Respondent
was to meet certain continuing education requirements by
November 22, 2019, but did not, despite a warning letter on
December 10 and a final email on January 3, 2020. |
Retirement
in Lieu of Discipline |
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| 8714 | Azle |
2021-004 | 02/09/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about January 10, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
cat named Coal, and the medical records were missing necessary
details. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 14306 | Sunset,
LA |
CP19-245 | 05/13/2021 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On April 12, 2019, Respondent provided treatment for a 10-year-old dog named Shasta that did not meet the standard of care required by the board's rules of professional conduct. The medical records from this time did not include necessary details. | Informal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 7 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 14676 | Dallas |
2017-123 | 05/13/2021 | Modified Board Order to 2017-123 |
See prior Board Order with same Docket No. 2017-123 | Stayed suspension until April 4, 2022; Probation entire term | ||
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Hardy,
Robert
Robert Hardy DVM |
7825 | Austin |
CP18-174;
CP19-186 |
10/28/2021 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about February 8, 2018 and January 18, 2019, Respondent
provided treatment for a 4-year-old dog named Leo and a
15-year-old Chihuahua mix named Nosferatu that allegedly did not
meet the professional standard of care as required by the
board's rules of professional conduct. In addition, Respondent's
records from this time did not meet the minimum standard as
required by the board's rules of professional conduct. |
Formal
Reprimand; $4,000 admin. penalty; 15 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 13025 | Houston |
2019-006 | 02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care | 4yo
Mastiff
named Mia presented to Respondent for surgical removal of a mass
on the left forelimb and a sebaceous cyst on the left hindlimb.
Respondent removed the lymph node rather than the sebaceous cyst
without attempting to contact the referring DVM or the owner.
Respondent also did not adequately prepare the surgical site. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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| 6023 | Little
Elm |
2020-086 | 08/03/2021 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
or about June 29, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
3-month-old cat named Kimchi that allegedly did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. Furthermore, the carprofen given for
pain in teh dewclaw procedure was used off-label and the medical
records from this period were inadequate. |
Formal
Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 12305 | Keller |
2019-104 | 08/03/2021 | Professional Standard of Care | On
or about December 26, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
14-year-old Havanese named Dottie that did nto meet the
professional standard of care as requried by the board's rules
of professional conduct. |
Formal
Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 7038 | Dallas |
2019-023 | 02/09/2021 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On
September 20, 2017, a 3-year-old cat named Bella was presented
to Respondent for a spay procedure. Respondent's receptionist
inadvertently wrote on the paperwork that Bella had been
presented for a dewclaw procedure. Respondent declawed Bella. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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| Bastrop |
CP21-294 | 10/28/2021 | Violations NOT LISTED in Board
Order |
Respondent
submitted an application for TBVME licensure on June 10, 2021.
She provided information that she had previously been the
subject of administrative disciplinary proceedings before the
Michigan and Indiana veterinary boards. On November 18, 2018,
the Indiana veterinary board entered an order against Respondent
for failing to properly store medications and failure to
exercise reasonable diligene in the use of expired medications.
Respondent was placed on an indefinite probation that was lifted
on April 23, 2021 at the request of Respondent. Due to the order
issued by the Indiana veterinary board, the Michigan veterinary
board suspended Respondent's license there until her Indiana
license was fully reinstated. Her Michigan license was also
reinstated on April 23, 2021. |
1 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; other conditions outlined in order | |||
| 11498 | Houston |
2020-109 | 02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
or about Octoer 19, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
9-year-old Shih-Tzu named Bella that did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. |
Informal
Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 10928 | Richardson |
2020-058 | 05/13/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about June 1, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for an
8-year-old dog named Patch. The medical records from this period
were inadequate and did not show the specific veterinarian who
treated Patch. |
Informal
Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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Watts,
Ashlee
Ashlee Watts DVM |
12437 | College
Station |
CP22-059 | 11/10/2021 | Adherence to Law | On October 21, 2021, Respondent was indicted by a Brazos County Grand Jury for Felony Cruelty to Livestock Animals. Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing of imminent threat to the public welfare. | Suspension until superseded by a subsequent order or by operation of law |
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| 12666 | Marshall |
2020-021 | 05/13/2021 | Professional Standard of Care | On
or about July 26, 2018, Respondent performed a prophylactic
dental cleaning on a 5-year-old mastiff named Eli. Per the
request of the client, Respondent examined the dog's shoulder
which he had injured while playing with another dog. Respondent
prescribed meloxicam in doses 2.3 to 4.5 times higher than
indicated. Eli died of liver and kidney failure on August 9,
2018. The treatment provided did not meet the professional
standard of care as required by the board's rules of
professional conduct. |
Formal
Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
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| 2983 | Universal
City |
CP20-405 | 02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care;
Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing; Display of License; Use of
Prescription Drugs; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping;
Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans |
During
an August 19, 2020 on-site inspection by the board, records
revealed that Respondent had been providing medical treatment to
at least nine people, including himself. It was also found that
Respondent had been dispensing expired medications. |
Formal Reprimand; 5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; $5,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 12950 | Houston |
2020-101 | 05/13/2021 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
or about November 4, 2018, Respondent provided treatment for a
15-year-old cat named Luna that did not meet the standards
required by the board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 13353 | Austin |
CP19-115 | 02/09/2021 | Professional Standard of Care | On
June 26 and July 12, 2018, Respondent evaluated and treated a
dog named Zoe. On Jun 27 and July 18, she performed surgery to
remove mast cell tumors. She failed to properly prepare the
surgical site which did not meet the standard of care required
by the board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | ||
| 2020
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
| 14089 | Laredo | 2019-053 | 01/27/2020 | Professional Standard of Care; Unprofessional Conduct |
On
October 9, 2017, a 10-year-old Basset hound named Molly was
presented to a different veterinarian at the same facility for
loss of bladder control. Antibiotics were prescribed and workup
for Cushing's disease recommended. On October 19, Molly was
lethargic and had GI symptoms. She was returned to the clinic
and examined by Respondent who did not perform diagnostics or
refer to another veterinarian, but recommended that Molly return
the following Monday. Later that afternoon, as Molly continued
to decline and Respondent's facility did not answer a phone
call, Molly was presented to a different facility. There,
diagnostics showed that she had liver dysfunction, high blood
sugar, anemia, thrombocytopenia, and a stress leukogram, as well
as abdominal fluid and a mass near her heart. Molly coded and
CPR was initiated, but she continued to decline and experienced
brain death, at which point the owners consented to euthanasia.
A necropsy revealed that she died due to renal failure and liver
rupture, and pathology demonstrated multiple liver hemorrhages,
presumably indicative of chronic hepatitis and anemia. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8730 | Alvarado | 2019-134 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a July 3, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have accurate balances on
hand for diazepam, midazolam, and ketamine. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 12985 | Cypress | CP18-126 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a January 24, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have a running balance for
hydromorphone since November 2017 or for hydrocodone since July
2017. |
Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 8113 | Tyler | 2019-136 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a March 12, 20189 inspection by the board, it was discovered
that Respondent did not have accurate balances on hand for
ketamine, butorphanol, midazolam, buprenorphine, and tramadol.
In addition, controlled substance logs lacked required
information like the patient and client name as well as the
reason for administration. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 10857 | Mesquite | CP18-313 | 09/23/2020 | Practicing Vet Med with Expired License |
Respondent's
license expired on April 30, 2018, and she did not renew until
August 2018. She continued to practice veterinary medicine
without a license during the lapsed period, and it was her third
late license renewal since 2014. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 7446 | San
Antonio |
2019-128 | 09/23/2020 | Violation of Board Orders |
On
April 19, 2019, Respondent entered a Final Agreed Board Order
with a probated suspension for 5 years. Respondent was required
to submit to Peer Assistance Program evaluation within 30 days
and enter into a contract for 5 years. Respondent submitted to
the evaluation 3 weeks after the deadline, on June 12, and as of
October 17, 2019 failed to sign the July 17 contract or
communicate the intent to sign to the board or the Peer
Assistance Program. |
Stayed
suspension
until April 19, 2024; Probation entire term; Proof of
compliance with medical treatments, therapies, and medication
protocols |
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| 10098 | San
Antonio |
2019-097 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
June 27, 2018, a 9-year-old cat named Felina was presented to
Respondent for treatment of a possible cancerous lump on her
abdomen. Respondent examined Felina, performed diagnostics, and
recommended surgery to remove the lump. After she performed the
surgery on July 6, she prescribed antibiotics and advised the
client that it would not be necessary to clean the incision, and
she did not place an e-collar. On July 9, Felina was lethargic
and inappetent and had a small hole in her abdomen. Respondent
recommended hospitalization overnight. On July 10, the client
returned to the facility. At that time, the opening had expanded
but the client was given a different antibiotic and instructions
to clean and flush the wound. On July 14, the hole in Felina's
abdomen became larger. Felina was returned to the facility but
no veterinarian was on site, so the client was given a copy of
the medical records and advised to take Felina to a different
hospital. There, Felina was seen by a different veterinarian who
examined and treated the wound and recommended surgery to
reclose the incision and control the infection. A second surgery
was performed to debride the wound and infected tissue, but
there was still a concern for infection. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE; Refund $372.80 to Client | |
| 10098 | San
Antonio |
2019-102 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
December 15, 2017, a rescued French bulldog named Ross was
presented to Respondent for a neuter procedure and to address
vomiting. Respondent performed diagnostics, recommended surgery,
and prescribed Cerenia. On December 18, Ross' condition had not
improved so he was re-presented to Respondent who performed a
neuter/ex-lap surgery to rule out a gastric foreign body. No
gross abdominal abnormalities were found. A local internal
medicine specialist was called to discuss referral. She
recommended an abdominal ultrasound, as well as testing for
Myasthenia gravis and Addison's disease, and Ross was
hospitalized until the results came back. On December 19, Ross
was found to have low cortisol and was given steroids. On
December 20, Ross regurgitated after eating and Cerenia was
added. Tapeworms were observed, so he was given Praziquantel. On
December 22, Ross' condition began to deteriorate. The volunteer
stated that when she arrived to retrieve Ross, he was covered in
dried blood, urine, pus, and fecal matter, and his incisions
appeared infected. On December 23, Ross was presented to a
different veterinarian who advised that he likely had sepsis.
Ross was then euthanized. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8641 | Gainesville |
2017-183 | 09/23/2020 | Loss of Accreditation; Delegation and
Supervision Relating to Official Health Documents; Issuance of
Official Health Documents through Direct Knowledge Only |
On
December 29, 2016, the board received information that
Respondent had attended an informal meeting with the USDA
regarding his accreditation during which he consented to
suspension for 2 years. Findings substantiated by the USDA
showed that Respondent submitted 12 blood samples from 3 horses,
and he also submitted falsified blood submissions on five other
occasions. Respondent further acknowledged that he allowed the
owner of the horses being tested to draw the blood samples
submitted under his name/on his behalf without his direct
supervision. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 11712 | Friendswood |
2019-054 | 01/27/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
April 12, 2017, an 8-year-old Dachshund named Jellybean was
presented to Respondent for routine vaccinations, dental
examination, and a wellness check. Jellybean's blood work and
vital signs were normal, she was bright, alert, and responsive,
and she appeared to be in good health. Approximately 5 minutes
after she was given a distemper/parvovirus/adenovirus booster
and a rabies vaccine (one in each shoulder), she experienced a
severe anaphylactic reaction and low blood pressure. Respondent
treated her, but she continued to decline, so Respondent
contacted a critical specialist. The specialist recommended
further blood tests, then an abdominal tap which showed blood in
Jellybean's abdomen. The specialist suspected Jellybean had a
tumor that ruptured and was bleeding while undergoing a vaccine
reaction. Jellybean's heart and lungs stopped. CPR was initiated
but failed to resuscitate her and she subsequently died.
Post-mortem xrays showed no evidence of a tumor, and a necropsy
performed by Respondent suggested a liver etiology. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4319 | Nome |
CP20-010 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
During
an August 20-21, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent had surrendered his DEA license in
2016 and since used Rompun (xylazine) and chlorhexidine for
euthanasia. |
5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; quarterly reports; $4,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6239 | San
Antonio |
2020-028 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
June 21 and 22, 2018, a 12-year-old dog named Candy was treated
by Respondent. She was brought in with complaints of diarrhea,
anorexia, and lethargy. Respondent performed diagnostics and
treated Candy with IV fluids, antiemetics, anti-inflammatories,
and prophylactic antibiotics and kept her overnight for
observation. The following afternoon, xrays revealed suspected
pyometra. Candy had two seizures that afternoon and did not
survive the second one. A necropsy revealed that Candy had been
suffering from a pyometra. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13859 | Conroe |
2019-092 | 09/23/2020 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians |
Between
April 26 and May 1, 2017, a 2-year-old Teacup Poodle named Bear
was treated by a series of veterinarians, including Respondent,
for a serious case of hemorrhagic gastroenteritis. During his
treatment, different warming systems were used. While under care
of Respondent, he was maintained on heat support with a Gaymar
T/Pump circulating water heating pad set to 107 degrees
Fahrenheit. On April 28, a foreign body was surgically removed
from the ileum. On April 29, a dark discoloration was noted at
the base of Bear's tail and back. A fine needle aspirate
indicated necrosis. A thermal burn was suspected. On May 1, Bear
was presented to a veterinarian at Texas A&M Small Animal
Hospital who examined him and advised that he would not be able
to survive the injuries. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4968 | Fort
Worth |
2019-140 | 01/27/2020 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a July 12, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for midazolam and tramadol. Respondent was asked to furnish
updated and corrected records to the board within 30 days, but
as of November 16 no records had been received. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 7539 | Montgomery |
2019-089 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On January 12, 2017, a 4-year-old Border Collie mix named Jake was presented to Respondent to address a ruptured cranial cruciate ligament. Respondent recommended surgery and transferred Jake to a different facility. On January 25, a Cora Based Leveling Osteotomy or CBLO was performed. Jake was boarded post-operatively on January 26 and administered carprofen 100mg, tramadol 150mg, and cephalexin 1000mg every 12 hours. The client said Jake was not sedated while boarded and removed his e-collar and staples, but she received no communication from Respondent regarding his status or recovery during this time. On January 30, Jake stopped eating and defecating. Respondent did not transfer Jake into observation. On the morning of February 1, Jake worsened. Images of the abdominal cavity revealed a large amount of feces in the colon. Enemas were performed with manual evacuation of the colon to relieve the constipation. Afterward, Jake began gasping for air and his heart subsequently stopped. CPR was unsuccessful and Jake died. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13038 | Cypress |
CP18-131 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During a January 24, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a running balance for hydromorphone since November 2017 or for hydrocodone since July 2017. | Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7473 | Austin |
CP18-290 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
May 24, 2018, Respondent performed surgery on an 8-month-old pug
named Deccie for a broken elbow. Respondent and his facility
provided follow-up care on June 7, 9, 10, and 11. The treatment
provided did not meet the standard of care as required by the
board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE; Refund $1,859.50 to Client | |
| 15508 | Burleson |
2020-041;
2020-042 |
10/16/2020 | Adherence to Law; Controlled Substances
Regisration; Chronic or Habitual Intoxication; Prescribint Drugs
to a Patient without a Valid Veterinarian-Client-Patient
Relationship |
On
September
15, 2019, Arlington EMS responded to Respondent's residence
because Respondent's live-in partner (another veterinarian) was
in cardiac arrest. Respondent admitted to Arlington PD that they
had been using cocaine and that he was also in possession of
cannabis edibles. During the investigation of this complaint, it
was found that Respondent used a veterinary clinic address for
his DEA registration where he worked as a veterinary assistant
(but not a veterinarian) previously. According to the owner of
that clinic, the clinic had received phone calls from
distributors seeking to verify orders for Tramadol from the
Respondent. The Prescription Monitoring Database showed that
Respondent called in a prescription for 180 Tramadol tablets for
a dog that didn't exist. He also called in prescriptions for
Augmentin and Sildenafil for dogs that didn't exist. The
investigation revealed a video of the Respondent from 2017
admitting that he was on Alprazolam and alcohol, although the
Respondent's patient Prescription Monitoring entries showed no
prescriptions for Alprazolam. Respondent's continued practice of
veterinary medicine constitutes a continuing of imminent threat
to public welfare. |
Temporary suspension shall be continued and shall remain in effect until superseded by a subsequent order or by operation of law; temporary suspension shall be lifted after an evaluation by the board's Peer Assistance Program has declared Respondent safe to practice veterinary medicine |
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| 12514 | Campbell |
2020-026 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On or about March 21, 2017, Respondent treated a 7-year-old equine named Rumchata. Conditions in the Respondent's facility were inadequate and contributed to minor injuries sustained by the equine during treatment. The treatment provided did not meet the standard of care as required by the board's rules of professional conduct. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 11840 | Troup |
2020-001 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
June 13, 2018, 5- and 2-year-old Great Danes named Corey and
Camouflage were presented to Respondent to be neutered and
spayed. The client expressed concern that Corey's gums were
white and was advised by Respondent's veterinary assistant that
it was an effect of anesthesia and that she would be fine. On
the drive home, Corey had labored breathing and could not stand
or hold her head up. She died at ~6pm that day. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11256 | Harlingen |
2019-129 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a June 12, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that controlled substance logs were substantially
incomplete and out of date for Euthanasia, Buprenorphine, and
Ketamine. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; follow up report to the board | |
| 5122 | Southlake |
2019-142 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a May 30, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that controlled substance logs were out of date and
had discrepancies for Beuthanasia, Butorphanol, Diazepam,
Ketamine, Telazol, Telazol/Torbugesic/Dexdomitor (TTDex), four
different dosage units of Alprazolam, Hycodan tablets, Hycodan
syrup, Phenobarbital, and Tramadol. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty | |
| 11619 | Iowa
Colony |
2020-084 | 09/23/2020 | Adherence to Law; Chronic Intoxication,
Drug Use, and Drug Dependence |
On
January 27, 2019, TBVME received an evaluation from the
Professional Recovery Network. In the report, Respondent
admitted to diverting ketamine for personal use. She also
admitted to obtaining a DEA license for the sole purpose of
ordering ketamine for personal use. |
5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; Peer Assistance Program participation; quarterly reports; other conditions outlined in order | |
| 13756 | New
Braunfels |
2019-095 | 01/27/2020 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians |
On
June 12, 2017 a 9-year-old miniature Schnauzer named Sal was
presented to Respondent for potential foreign body obstruction.
After radiographic confirmation, Respondent recommended
immediate exploratory surgery. During surgery, a veterinary
assistant warmed fluid bags and placed them on either side of
Sal's thorax for body temperature support. The foreign body was
successfully removed and Sal was hospitalized until June 14.
After returning home with Sal, the clients observed him
flinching and kicking while being touched. On June 25, they
noted hair loss. On June 28, they noticed red oozing raw skin in
circular patches on both sides of Sal's torso and immediately
returned Sal to the facility. Respondent examined Sal and
suspected a thermal burn. She prescribed Silver Sulfadiazine
cream and suggested continuing medicated shampoo. The clients
said she gave no other instructions or recommend a follow-up
appointment, but Respondent and her medical records said she
did. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8815 | Fort
Worth |
2020-025 | 09/23/2020 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
A
dog named Coco was boarded at a facility from March 21 to April
7, 2018. Coco was brought to Respondent's clinic and examined by
him on March 26. Records from this examination do not include
details necessary to substantiate or document the examination. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 16802 |
Henrico,
VA |
2020-107 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum Security for
Controlled Substances |
Respondent
submitted an initial application for TBVME licensure on February
18, 2020. She provided information that she had previously been
the subject of six administrative disciplinary proceedings
before the Virginia veterinary board. A 2008 complaint alleged
that she failed to properly perform a dewclaw procedure, failed
to maintain records, had expired medicine in working stock and
had unsecured medications. A 2009 complaint alleged that she
failed to verify the license of a veterinary employee for 2
months. A 2011 complaint alleged that she failed to renew a
facility permit before expiration, failed to keep proper
inventories of medications, and failed to keep proper records. A
2012 inspection generated a complaint alleging that she did not
post licenses properly, kept expired medicine in stock, and had
issues with drug distribution logs. A 2014 inspection generated
a complaint alleging that she did not post licenses and still
had expired drugs in stock. A 2016 complaint alleged that she
violated the professional standard of care and failed to
maintain proper patient records. |
2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; other conditions outlined in order | |
| 3801 |
Fort
Worth |
CP19-111 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
Respondent
treated a dog named Yale on December 1, 2018. That treatment did
not meet the professional standard of care required by the
board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12813 |
Mission |
2017-153 | 01/27/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
August 26, 2016, a 10-month-old cat named Tootsie Roll was
presented to Respondent for difficultly breathing. The clients
arrived at ~3:45pm but were not seen by a veterinarian for ~1
hour. Respondent did not triage Tootsie Roll, administer oxygen,
or offer to sedate Tootsie Roll during this period. A veterinary
assistant examined Tootsie Roll and stated that he appeared to
be very weak and feeble. S/he informed the clients that Tootsie
Roll might be injured and could possibly have a hernia.
Respondent entered the room and attempted to examine Tootsie
Roll. The clients said he lifted Tootsie Roll up by the scruff
and then threw Tootsie Roll back onto the examination table,
then falling to the floor. Respondent stated that he was scratch
by Tootsie Roll and dropped him in reaction. Tootsie Roll then
went limp and died shortly after. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12813 |
Mission |
2019-121 | 01/27/2020 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board |
On
July 16, 2018 a complaint was filed against Respondent. On July
27, 2018, a board investigator mailed formal notice of the
complaint and sent two emails, directing Respondent to respond
within 21 days. Respondent did not respond to these inquiries.
On March 18, 2019, a board investigator contacted Respondent by
telephone. He confirmed that the email address was still valid.
Respondent was informed that another email was forthcoming and
he was required to respond. As of July 22, 2019 he had not
responded. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 12813 |
Mission |
2019-131 | 09/23/2020 | Adherence to Law |
On
March 23, 2018, a former co-worker of Respondent filed a
complaint alleging that Respondent would leave for lunch and
return smelling of marijuana and alcohol. She believed that he
was habitually under the influence of narcotics and alcohol
while practicing. On March 26, a board investigator spoke with a
former employee who also stated that she observed Respondent
return from lunch smelling of marijuana and alcohol and noted
empty cocaine bags in the bathroom. Between April 30 and June
12, the board investigator conducted a series of interviews with
Respondent's former co-workers and colleagues. They attested
that he had been observed under the influence of narcotics and
alcohol while at work. One stated that a supervising
veterinarian even moved all of the practice's controlled
substances to a new safe and would not give Respondent access.
One licensed veterinary technician at the practice stated that
on at least one occasion the Respondent picked him up and was
smoking marijuana cigar and drinking alcohol in his vehicle.
Another technician stated that he smelled of marijuana at work.
On June 12, the investigator interviewed Respondent who appeared
agitated and stated that he would continue to smoke marijuana. |
1 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; Peer Assistance Program participation; other conditions outlined in order | |
| 9257 |
Allen |
2019-060 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
February 8, 2018, a 1-year-old Yorkshire Terrier named Odin was
presented to Respondent to have his baby teeth extracted. A
heating device was used. After returning home that night, Odin
cried and did not sleep well. The next day, his testicles were
red and appeared to have a burn mark the size of a quarter which
was painful to the touch. On February 10, Odin was returned to
the facility and seen by a different veterinarian. She
identified a thermal injury and prescribed topical
anti-inflammatory spray and an e-collar. Later that day, Odin
was presented to another veterinarian at a different facility
for a second opinion, and he noted the lesion but could not
determine a cause. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9257 |
Allen |
2020-008 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a September 10, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that the controlled substance logs did not contain
accurate balances on hand for Burprenorphine, Butorphanol,
Euthasol, Hydrocodone/Homatropine, Hydromorphone, and Midazolam. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12768 |
Cypress |
CP18-131 | 09/23/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During a January 24, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a running balance for hydromorphone since November 2017 or for hydrocodone since July 2017. | Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 15525 |
Baton
Rouge, LA |
CP20-185 | 09/23/2020 | Reporting of Criminal Activity |
The
TBVME Compliance Division received a fingerprint notification
that Respondent had been arrested on January 17, 2020. As of
February 17, 2020, she had failed to report it to the TBVME. She
was previously issued a warning letter for fraud on her state
application for failing to disclose past arrests and had been
advised about the need to report all arrests to the TBVME. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 7576 |
Littlefield |
2019-114 | 09/23/2020 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
November 21, 2017, a 10-year-old Labrador retriever named Lucy
was presented to Respondent with arthritis, vision problems, and
inappropriate urination. Respondent performed blood work. On
December 4, Respondent prescribed medications for arthritis and
urine leakage. The client also reported a mild cough that had
lasted several months. Respondent took xrays and prescribed
Vetmedin and Furosemide. Respondent stated that he offered a
referral to a cardiologist, but his medical records do not
reflect this. On December 26, Lucy presented to Respondent for
vomiting and decreased appetite. She was hospitalized until
January 1, 2018. Respondent's medical records did not indicate
whether Vetmedin and Furosemide were continued during the
hospitalization and did not include notations of urination and
defecation. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6113 |
Santa
Fe, NM |
CP20-158 | 09/23/2020 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board |
On
December 17, 2019, the TBVME Complaince Division received a
fingerprint report on Respondent for a 2012 DUI arrest in New
Mexico that Respondent had not previously disclosed to TBVME.
The Compliance Division attempted to contact Respondent on
December 19, 20, 30, January 2 and 21, and had yet to receive a
response. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8610 |
Aubrey |
CP19-351 | 01/27/2020 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
October 23, 2018, Respondent examined a horse at a training
farm. The horse had a fever and nasal discharge. These same
symptoms had presented in another horse at the facility and
Respondent prescribed the same antibiotics that had been
successfully used. On June 27, 2019, the owner of the horse
received a bill for services from Respondent. She called the
Respondent's clinic and asked to speak to the treating
veterinarian and for a copy of her records. Respondent spoke
with her to explain the examination and treatment but was unable
to provide any medical records apart from the invoice. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5819 |
Mansfield |
CP20-234 | 09/23/2020 | Failure to Report Criminal Activity |
Respondent
was arrested on April 14, 2019 for driving while intoxicated and
felony evading arrest. She did not report this incident to the
board until April 13, 2020. Respondent has a previous docket for
failing to report in 2017. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5012 |
Midland |
CP19-128 | 09/23/2020 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
Respondent
treated a dog named Bullet on May 3 and 4, 2018 and did not keep
adequate records of this treatment as required by the board's
rules of professional conduct. |
3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10314 |
El
Paso |
2020-022 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Supervision of Unlicensed
Personnel |
On
April 30, 2018, Respondent performed a dental cleaning on a
9-year-old cat and administered 2.8mL of ketamine. The cat was
picked up later in the day, refused to eat, and never fully
opened his eyes and could not stand. The client returned the cat
to Respondent the next morning. He treated the cat with
subcutaneous fluids and a Vitamin B shot. On May 2 and 3, the
cat was seen elsewhere and monitored, The cat's condition was
worsening. He was admitted overnight on May 3 and died during
the night. The treatment provided by Respondent did not meet the
professional standard of care as required by the board's rules
of professional conduct. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; other conditions outlined in order; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10769 |
Houston |
2019-028 | 01/27/2020 | Professional Standard of Care;
Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On
March 5, 2017, an 8-year-old cat named Mushy was presented to an
emergency clinic for failure to urinate and inability to eat.
Another veterinarian diagnosed him with urinary obstruction and
recommended overnight hospitalization. That veterinarian became
busy so Respondent offered to pass the urinary catheter in her
absence. The catheter passed with resistance, a larger one was
attempted but failed so the smaller one was reinserted and
secured. Respondent's medical records stated that not stone was
seen in the radiograph that was taken. Mushy was left to recover
and transferred to a third veterinarian for overnight care. That
veterinarian noted there was no urine in the line but a
veterinary assistant flushed it easily. Later a small amount of
urine was seen, and yet later the catheter backed out. The total
amount of urine collected since Mushy had been unblocked was
10mL. That veterinarian attempted to replace the catheter but
was not able to consistently get urine pulled back in any
position. Her medical records indicated that the original
radiograph by Respondent showed bladder rupture. The client was
called regarding Mushy's condition and exploratory surgery was
recommended, but she elected to have Mushy euthanized. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9232 |
McAllen |
CP20-366 | 09/23/2020 | Violation of Board Order; Prohibition of
Chronic or Habitual Intoxication |
Respondent
submitted an initial TBVME license application on May 17, 2019
and, during the process, noted that he had been arrested for
driving while intoxicated in May 2014, January 2015, and
November 2017. He was, at the time, on probation until June
2021. LA2019-103 required that Respondent submit to an
evaluation with the board's Peer Assistance Program and enter
into a contract with the program for at least 2 years. In
addition, he was required to abstain from the consumption of
alcohol for the duration of the order. Respondent missed four
drug screenings. On July 6, 2020, Respondent tested positive for
alcohol use and admitted to consuming it. Respondent's continued
practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing of
imminent threat to the public welfare. |
Revoked.
Do not seek reinstatement for 5 yrs. |
|
| 10775 |
El
Paso |
2019-040 | 09/23/2020 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Professional Standard of Care |
On
May 5, 2017, a 4-year-old mixed breed dog named Bruce had been
attacked by another dog. He had severe puncture wounds and
lacerations and was bleeding heavily. He was rushed to a
specialty center for emergency treatment. Respondent saw him 20
to 30 minutes after arrival. After an initial examination,
Respondent told the client that Bruce would be started on pain
medications and his injuries sutured. He told her she could go
home and return in the morning. A couple of hours later, the
client called the facility to check on Bruce and was told
Respondent had not yet started treatment. Shortly thereafter, he
started treatment. During anesthesia, Bruce went into cardiac
arrest. Around midnight, a veterinary technician contacted the
complainant to inform her of Bruce's condition. She consented to
CPR, but efforts were unsuccessful and Bruce subsequently died
of hemorrhagic shock. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 9200 |
Midlothian |
2019-141 | 01/27/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
During
a November 18, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent had outdated logs and did not have
accurate balances on hand for LixoTorb, Torbugesic,
Ketamine/Acepromazine, Ketamine, and Tramadol. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 13332 |
Dallas |
CP18-139 | 09/23/2020 | Professional Standard of Care |
On
February 3 and 4, 2018, Respondent provided care to a dog named
Otis that did not meet the professional standard of care as
required by the board's rules of professional conduct. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3659 |
San
Antonio |
CP20-088 | 09/23/2020 | Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans |
During
an October 10, 2019 on-site inspection by the board, Respondent
admitted to writing a testosterone prescription for his dog and
using it for himself. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6713 |
Denton |
2019-139 | 01/27/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Substances on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
During
a September 21, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, a review
of Respondent's medical records revealed lack of required
information and his controlled substance logs did not have
accurate balances on hand for Butorphanol, Euthanasia, and
Midazolam. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5154 |
Fort
Worth |
2019-138 | 01/27/2020 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Substances on Hand |
During
a July 7, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that the controlled substance logs had not been
updated and had numerous discrepancies for Buprenorphine,
Butorphanol, Diazepam, and Ketamine. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 2019
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| 6921 | Arlington | 2019-095 | 01/29/2019 | Default on Child Support Payments | Default
on child support payments, aggravated by multiple prior board
orders. |
5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; Meet other conditions outlined in order | |
| 8548 | Dallas | 2017-226 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Diversion
and personal use of controlled substances, previous Peer Review
Association program required, failure to comply with 2015
board order. 2017-226 for no controlled substance log |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 2862 | Emory | 2019-108 | 10/15/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Professional Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Adherence to the Law; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Records Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Dishonest or Illegal Practice; Gross Malpractice |
Allowed
veterinary assistant to perform surgeries including feline
neuters and tooth extractions. Performed tooth extraction
on dog without owner consent and broke dog's jaw. Dog
died. Did not tell owner what happened. Medical
records violations. Controlled substances violations. |
6
month ACTIVE suspension; 5 year probated suspension; Formal
Reprimand; $6,500 admin. penalty; 12 hrs. add'l CE; Take
and pass jurisprudence examination; other conditions as listed
in attached board order. |
|
| 4880 | Cypress | 2019-031 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Controlled
substance logs did not have required information. No
controlled substance log for tramadol. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 12375 | Mansfield | 2019-096 | 10/15/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On
inspection did not have correct balances of three controlled
substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 4485 | Blanco | 2019-036 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Controlled
substance logs did not have correct balances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 5695 | Groesbeck | 2019-118 | 10/15/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Charged
with assault - family violence and did not report to the board |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9524 | Taylor | 2019-037 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Controlled
substance logs did not have correct balances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 6471 | Millsap | 2018-103 | 01/29/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
November 8, 2017 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for ketamine. At the time of the inspection, Respondent
held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for
the facility. Respondent had prior violations of a similar
nature (see agreed order 1994-05). |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| Cline, Kerry Kerry Cline DVM aka Kerry Fitzpatrick DVM aka Dr. Kerry's PetVet |
12410 | Conroe | 578-18- 5124 |
01/08/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Use of Prescription Drugs; Adherence to the Law; Prohibition Against Treating Humans; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Dishonest or Illegal Practice | On April 4, 2018, Respondent was found by two police officers at the scene of a one-vehicle accident involving her vehicle. The officers found syringes and vials containing controlled substances (e.g., midazolam, morphine), as well as a bottle of tramadol that had been prescribed to Respondent's deceased dog. She was arrested for driving while intoxicated. A blood test showd both morphine and midazolam in her system. She pleaded guilty to a Class B misdemeanor on April 18, 2018, was sentenced to serve 3 days in county jail, and to pay a fine. She did not report her conviction to the board. On June 29, 2018, during an on-site inspection by the board, Respondent did not have a controlled substance log for injectable morphine despite invoices showing the purchase of several vials. On repeated occasions between February through April 2018, Respondent used the morphine to treat herself for migraines. Following the inspection, Respondent surrendered her DEA registration and all controlled substances on hand. That same day, the Executive Committee of the board determined that her continued practice of veterinary medicine constitutined a continuing or imminent threat to the public and issued an order suspending her license. On July 6, 2018, Respondent submitted to a substance abuse and mental health evaluation by Professional Recovery Network (PRN). There was some debate as to whether she suffered from opiois use disorder, but her diversion of drugs from her practice, her improper use of controlled substances to treat herself, and her driving while intoxicated posed serious hazards which were enabled by her access to controlled substances in her practice. She also allowed her husband, an unauthorized individual, access to controlled drugs from her practice for the purpose of injecting her with the drugs on April 4, 2018. On July 10, 2018, a hearing was held before the Executive Committee of the board, and they decided that her license shoudl remain suspended. On August 1, 2018, she agreed to waive the 60-day deadline by which a final hearing must be held, and on August 15, 2018, board staff issued a Notice of Hearing. | Temporary
suspension;
ALJ Recommendations: Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin.
penalty; 5 yr. probated suspension; |
| 10937 | Helotes | 2018-098 | 01/29/2019 | Continuing Education | Respondent
indicated
on her license renewal application that she failed to obtain 7
of the required 17 hours of continuing education during calendar
year 2017. |
$750 admin. penalty; 7 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3867 | Arlington | 2016-104 | 07/02/2019 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Related to Certain Entities | Clients
paid Texas Pet Hospice directly and Texas Pet Hospice paid
D'Amura his portion. Texas Pet Hospice is not owned by a
veterinarian. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 9433 | Taylor | 2019-033 | 10/15/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity |
Pled
no contest to child abuse without great bodily harm in Florida
and did not report to the board |
Informal
Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 4930 | Ft. Worth | 2018-067 | 01/29/2019 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On
August
7, 2017, a 7-year-old Pit Bull named Bailey was presented to
Respondent for lameness. Respondent suspected cranial cruciate
ligament insufficiency and discussed surgical options. The
clients opted for a lateral suture for the left rear leg.
Respondent stated that he also discussed the possiblity of a CCL
tear on the right rear leg, but the medical records do not
reflect any concerns or communications regarding the right leg.
On August 9, surgery was mistakenly performed on the right rear
leg. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 14975 | Dallas | 2019-021 | 10/15/2019 | Professional Standard of Care |
During
TPLO surgery dog regurgitated, resulting in aspiration
pneumonia. Released to go home, but had nasal discharge
per owner. After treatment failures, the dog died. |
Informal
Reprimand |
|
| 8441 | Canyon | 2018-082 | 01/29/2019 | Observance of Confidentiality | Client
left a bad review and Demere responded with information on the
care and treatment of a patient. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 4103 | Hockley | 2016-023 | 07/02/2019 | Cruelty to Livestock Animals;
Reporting of Criminal Activity |
Arrested for cruelty to livestock animals (horses). Failed to timely report arrest | Formal reprimand; 2 yr prob. Susp; quarterly reports; $3,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE | |
| 4103 | Hockley | 2018-065 | 07/02/2019 | Professional Standard of Care; Patient
Record Keeping |
Advised client dog had cancer and should be euthanized. No tests done. Records were later changed after a complaint was filed | Formal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9
hrs add'l CE |
|
| 8918 | Ft. Worth | 2019-017 | 01/29/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On
inspection did not have correct balances of two controlled
substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7446 | San Antonio | 2017-204 | 04/09/2019 | Professional Standard of Care;
Cruelty to Livestock Animals; Dishonest or Illegal Practice;
Gross Malpractice |
Previously abused dog with male aggression was repeatedly beaten by vet. Vet claims he's off his medication to treat pseudobulbar affect. Client was informed something happened, but not the severity of it. | Formal reprimand; 5 yr prob. Susp;
quarterly reports; $2,000 admin. penalty; Peer
Assistance Program participation |
|
| 10918 | Weatherford | 2017-143 | 01/29/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | Treated
5 yo dog, Bart. Foland referred client to tech for
discussion of teeth cleaning. Records do not reflect the
examination, diagnosis or treatment options. Client
reports she was not told there would be teeth extractions.
Foland removed 19 teeth. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8078 | Dallas | 2019-071 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Controlled substance log had incorrect amounts on inspection | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 6002 | Duncanville | 2018-068 | 01/29/2019 | Responsibilty of Veterinarian to Refer a Case | Treated
6 yo dog, Diesel, who was lethargic, vomiting, and unable to eat
or drink. Gleason treated Diesel and sent him home with an
IV catheter in place. Later that day Diesel had seizures
and returned to the clinic. Gleason treated Diesel again
and sent him home without referring to an ER. Diesel was
taken to a different veterinarian who diagnosed Immune-Mediated
Hemolytic Anemia. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| Glover, Todd Todd Glover DVM |
12095 | League City | 2019-043 | 01/16/2019 | Adherence to the Law; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Dishonest or Illegal Practice | On December 27, 2018, Respondent was arrested in Texas and charged with rape and sexual battery allegedly committed on December 1, 2018 in Louisiana. During January 15 and 16, 2019 on-site inspections of Respondent's two facilities by the board in coordination with the DEA, it was discovered that Respondent's controlled substance records did not contain required information, including dates of acquisition and quantity purchsed. The logs also did not have accurate balances on hand for ketamine, tramadol, and diazepam. Respondent did not store controlled substances in a secure manner and permitted an employee with a previous controlled substances conviction to access them. The inspection also revealed that Respondent repeatedly prescribed Adderall to animals when it was not therapeutically indicated. These prescriptions were written for Respondent's own animals and animals owned by Respondent's employees. Respondent's continued practice of veterinary medicine constituted a continuing of imminent threat to the public welfare. | TEMPORARY
SUSPENSION ALJ Recommendations: Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 5 yr. probated suspension |
| 4523 | Huntsville | 2019-073 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Vet had not updated controlled substance log for some drugs for months and other drugs for up to two years | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7825 | Austin | 2019-115 | 10/15/2019 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees |
Respondent prescribed Trifexis 10-20 pounds but staff provided 40-60 pounds. Dog required care for overdose toxicity | Informal Reprimand | |
|
|
5308 | Austin | 2019-013 | 04/09/2019 | Violation of Board Orders/Negotiated
Settlements; Continuing Education |
Failed to timely get CE hours required under prior Board Order and had a standard of care complaint pending and a controlled substance record keeping and patient record keeping complaint pending | Retirement
in Lieu of Discipline |
| 10402 | Decatur | 2019-035 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On inspection controlled subtances log had not been updated and amounts were incorrect | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 11466 | San Antonio | 2019-070 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances |
On inspection controlled subtances log did not include 878 expired pentobarital tablets that had been donated | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 11365 | Austin | 2018-086 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | Dog with prior history of mild BUN elevations was anesthetized for a teeth cleaning. Two teeth were removed. Dog's systolic blood pressure fell below 90mmHG during procedure. Dog was released to owners, but began declining. Four days postop, dog was presented but given only Metacam and no blood work. Six days postop, dog was diagnosed with renal failure with poor prognosis by a different veterinarian. Owner opted to euthanize. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3938 | San Antonio | 2019-069 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances |
On inspection controlled substances log had incorrect balances, drugs stored insecurely | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty | |
| 14098 | McAllen | 2019-120 | 10/15/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
On inspection controlled substances log was not found | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 13273 | Irving | 2019-001 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | Failed to obtain blood work on dog with complications following spay. Blood work indicated presence of active ovarian tissue. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2622 | Robinson | 2018-102 | 01/29/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | On inspection controlled substances log had incorrect balances, drugs stored insecurely | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 3588 | Missouri City | 2016-092 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | Dog died of sepsis following spay and treatment failures | Formal Reprimand; Restitution $44.42; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7559 | Leakey | 2019-030 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On inspection controlled substances log had incorrect balances, and patient records did not contain required information | Formal
Reprimand;
$2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
|
| 4732 | Aledo | 2019-029 | 01/29/2019 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | During
a
June 28, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered
that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log. At the
time, the facility had Euthasol, diazepam, ketamine, and
ketamine/acepromazine mixture on hand. The inspection also
revealed that Respondent's medical records lacked necessary
details, and his drug labels did not contain required
information. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3780 | Houston | 2019-046 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
Controlled substance logs did not have correct balances. | Formal
Reprimand;
$1,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 7126 | Irving | 2018-059 | 04/09/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
9 year old dog presented with lethargy, moving slowly and loss of appetite. Respondent prescribed joint support and administered annual vaccinations | Informal
Reprimand;
$500 admin. penalty |
|
| 7361 | Carrollton | 2017-158 | 04/09/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
8 mo. old shelter dog presented for neutering, experienced swelling at incision. Returned the afternoon of neuter. Records do not reflect exam results. Later that day, dog presented to different vet who noted single cruciate suture leaving 2/3 caudal incision open. Suture was tight, preventing adequate blood supply. Vet also noted scrotal hematoma with significant bruising and infection. | Informal
Reprimand;
$500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
|
| 10821 | Kerrville | 2019-044 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | On inspection, no controlled substance log for several controlled substances | Formal
Reprimand;
$3,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 7201 | El Paso | 2017-037 | 10/15/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | Controlled substance logs did not have correct balances. Two of three safes to store drugs were not secure. | Informal
Reprimand;
$5,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 11910 | Dallas | 2017-117 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On inspection controlled records log had not been updated for four weeks | Informal
Reprimand;
$1,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 3948 | San Antonio | 2019-068 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On inspection did not have an accurate balance on hand of ketamine, tramadol, and diazepam | Informal
Reprimand;
$1,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 2633 | San Antonio | 2019-032 | 04/09/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | On inspection did not have accurate balances of some controlled substances, stored ketamine in unlocked cabinet instead of in safe | Formal
Reprimand;
$2,500 admin. penalty |
|
| 15870 |
Austin | 2018-083 | 04/09/2019 | Fraud or Deception in Examination Process or to Obtain License; Chronic or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Dishonest or Illegal Practice; Subject to Disciplinary Action in Another Jurisdiction | Applied for license in 2018. Responded no to question of whether she was addicted or treated for alcohol dependency. Received inpatient treatment for alcohol dependency. Responded no to question of whether she had received disciplinary action. Received a settlement from the Indiana Horse Racing Commission for participation in and violations of law. Relinquished her IHRC license in 2014 and agreed not to re-apply before 2017. Indiana shows expired. | Formal reprimand; 5 yr prob. Susp; Peer Assistance Program participation | |
| 13715 | El Paso | 2019-012 | 01/29/2019 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain 17 CE hours prior to license renewal | $750 admin. penalty; 17 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12183 |
College
Station |
2019-119 | 10/15/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity |
Arrested for interfering with a public servant. Arrested for assault causing bodily injury - family violence. Neither arrest was timely reported to the board. | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 6672 | Friendswood | 2018-064 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | Dog
sent home with possible injested foreign body rather than
immediate surgical intervention. Surgery performed the
next day by a different clinic, but dog later died of
peritonitis. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 8248 |
McAllen |
2018-048;
2018-049 |
07/02/2019 | Professional Standard of Care;
Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian
Patient Record Keeping |
Two complaints: African Grey parrot died in care. Respondent performed foreign body surgery on dog. Claims he did not use a heat source. Dog sustained burns on left side, but "There is insufficient evidence to determine whether…" the burns occurred under Respondent's care. | Informal
reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE |
|
| 11398 | Fredericksburg | 2015-176 | 01/29/2019 | Modification of Board Order | Modification of prior Board Order (Peer Assistance Program) | May seek to obtain a Controlled Substance registration; Extend Peer Assistance Contract by 3 add'l yrs. | |
| 10509 |
Tyler |
2019-024 | 10/15/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
Cat's temperature dropped from 102.1 to 94 during teeth cleaning. Temperature changes and warming methods were not in the records. | Informal
reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
|
| 4994 |
Stillwater,
MN |
2019-080 | 07/02/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity |
DWI in Minnesota, pleaded guilty, did not report arrest and charges to the board | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8200 |
Lewisville |
2019-025 | 04/09/2019 | Performing or Prescribing Unnecessary or
Unauthorized Treatment |
Removed teeth from dog without consulting owner | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 7834 |
Cedar
Creek |
2019-101 | 10/15/2019 | Performing or Prescribing Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | Removed 17 teeth from 7 year old miniature Schnauzer dog without owner consent. | Informal reprimand | |
| 10244 | San Antonio | 2017-031 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On
September
29, 2016, a 2-year-old Great Pyrenees named Calypso was
presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. That afternoon,
the client was called and informed that Calypso was ready to be
picked up. When she arrived, Calypso was still groggy and had
blood surrounding her incision. A technician took Calypso back
for observation. At ~4pm, dextrose and antisedan were
administered. Calypso remained lethargic, but Respondent did not
refer her to an emergency facility. Instead, Respondent
completed an unrelated surgical procedure and re-evaluated
Calypso. She performed an abdominal tap which revealed frank
blood then anesthetized Calypso and reopened her abdomen to find
the source of the hemorrhage. She did not administer an
intravenous catheter and supportive fluids before operating. She
noted a large volume of blood in Calypso's abdomen. As she
removed it, Calypso's heart rate dropped. Respondent
administered medicines and CPR but was unable to revive Calypso.
|
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7564 | Kerrville | 2018-056 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | Dog
died within two minutes of induction for teeth cleaning and
extraction |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 5342 |
San
Antonio |
2018-055 | 04/09/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
Macaw parrot presented with regurgitation and loose droppings on July 18. Respondent diagnosed crop statis. Owner phoned with info which is not in the records. Macaw again presented on July 22 and diagnosed with egg bound. | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9162 |
Austin |
2019-079 | 07/02/2019 | Reporting of Criminal Activity |
Failed to report March 20, 2014 felony driving while intoxicated with a child | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9162 |
Austin |
2019-103 | 07/02/2019 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated,
Chemically Dependent, or Addicated to Drugs |
Vehicle accident on February 2, 2019, charged with DWI (second offense), blood alcohol content .332. Notified board of arrest and criminal charges on April 1, 2019. | 5 yr prob. Susp; Peer Assistance Program participation | |
| 3801 |
Fort
Worth |
2019-007 | 07/02/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
Cat presented with rapid breathing. Resondent's records do not include any details of the treatment. Records were amended after the complaint was filed, but records do not indicate that an amendment was made | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3138 | Keller | 2019-011 | 01/29/2019 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain CE hours before license renewal | $750 admin. penalty; 4.5 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12766 |
Port
Richey |
2019-041 | 07/02/2019 | Professional Standard of Care |
Cat presented with not eating well, weak, and diarrhea on January 13. Given Convenia and Flocillin. That evening Owner reported cat was limping. On March 2, cat presented with puncture wound on tail and greatly swollen and trailing right hind paw. Given another Convenia injection. March 27, cat had not improved. Respondent took over care on March 29. No medical record entries between March 29 and April 4. April 4 and 5, bacteria and fungal cultures taken, but found negative. Cat sent home April 13. Cat presented again on May 3, but Respondent's records do not include details of the treatment. Records were amended after the complaint was filed, but records do not indicate that an amendment was made. Owner returned to visit on May 11 and found cat shivering. Took cat to different vet. Cat died on May 13 of circulatory collapse secondary to sepsis of leg wound, and subsequent cardiac arrest. | Formal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7997 |
Spring |
2019-100 | 10/15/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
Portions of records on 15 year old cat were illegible and did not identify veterinarian who performed or supervised the procedures recorded. | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12527 |
Dallas |
2019-027 | 07/02/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees |
Veterinary assistant gave medication but did not record it. Second assistant gave the medication again. | Informal reprimand; Jurisprudence Examination | |
| 7232 | Plano | 2018-091 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | On
September
4, 2016, a 10-year-old Labrador retriever named Jake was
presented to Respondent after not wanting to eat all day, dry
heaving, and having a swollen abdomen. Respondent examined Jake
and xrays confirmed gastric dilation-volvulus (GCV). Respondent
discussed the grave prognosis with the client, but he elected
surgical intervention. Respondent stated that the surgery was
routine until she relieved the stomach torsion at which point
Jake became hypotensive and his heart rate dropped. Fluids were
increased and medicines administered, and his blood pressure
improved. A gastropexy was performed and fluids were continued,
but Jake was not given any additional sedatives or pain
medication. At ~5pm another veterinarian assumed responsibility
for Jake. The next day, Jake continued to decline and was found
deceased in his kennel at ~9pm. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 5424 |
Midlothian |
2018-066 | 04/09/2019 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian
Patient Record Keeping |
4 mo. old dog presented on April 3 with vomiting, no appetite, and had not defecated in 5 days. Records indicate owner could not afford surgery, but owner denies this. Records presented to Board were changed but amendments were not indicated by Respondent. Dog died on April 11. Owner thought dog was coming home that day. Records insufficient to determine when or if a surgery for obstruction was performed. | Formal reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7701 | Wichita Falls | 2018-079 | 01/29/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | Respondent
practiced
at a low-cost spay neueter clinic. During 2017, he and other
veterinarians allowed other non-licensed employees to extract
minor retained deciduous teeth. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 7868 | Ft. Worth | 2018-018 | 01/29/2019 | Use of Prescription Drugs | Dog
presented with an inner ear infection. Respondent was busy
in surgery. Assistant prescribed Cerenia without
veterinarian-client-patient relationship. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Jurisprudence Examination | |
| 8410 | Hockley | 2019-016 | 01/29/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 31, 2018 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an up to date or
accurate balance on hand for Euthanasia. At the time of the
inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and orderd
controlled substances for the facility. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9858 |
Katy |
2019-076 | 07/02/2019 | Observance of Confidentiality |
Client left a negative review and vet responded with confidential information of the patient | Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12714 | Tampa, FL | 2017-094 | 01/29/2019 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On
Saturday,
February 27, 2016, a 9-year-old cocker spaniel named Markee
began having trouble breathing and was presented to an emergency
clinic co-owned by Respondent and another veterinarian after a
call to let them know they were on the way. When the client
arrived, the front desk was not staffed. A staff member came
from the treatment area ~10 minutes later but mistakenly
believed the client was there for non-emergent care. The client
waited for over an hour in the waiting area with Markee as he
struggled to breath and staff continued to treat other patients.
After ~1 hour had passed, the client left the facility to go to
another emergency hospital. By that time, Markee was in critical
condition and passed away a few hours later. |
$1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7580 |
Houston |
2019-084 | 10/15/2019 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
5
month old Pomeranian diagnosed with parvo and hospitalized.
Records did not include necessary information such as the method
of administration and total amount of Metronidazole given. |
Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 12771 |
Denton |
2019-072 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for
Drugs on Hand |
On
inspection (Huntsville) had not updated controlled substance log
for some drugs for months and other drugs for up to two years |
Informal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 9232 |
Oceano,
CA |
2019-103 | 10/15/2019 | Chronic or Habitual Intoxication, Chemical
Dependence, or Addiction to Drugs |
3
DWI's in California, disclosed to the Board when he applied to
reinstate his license in Texas. Previously licensed in Texas in
2001-2003. California license on probation in California until
August, 2021. |
2 yr prob. Susp; Peer Assistance Program participation | |
| 8205 | Wichita Falls | 2018-072 | 01/29/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | Respondent practiced at a low-cost spay neueter clinic. During 2017, she and other veterinarians allowed other non-licensed employees to extract minor retained deciduous teeth. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 3655 |
Livingston |
2019-038 | 07/02/2019 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian
Patient Record Keeping |
On
July 6, 10 week old dog presented with fractured leg and was
splinted. On July 10, dog presented to Respondent, who
resplinted the leg. Patient records to not contain details to
substantiate treatment. July 17 dog presented to emergency
clinic who changed the split and noted elasticon applied
directly to skin and multiple small open wounds. |
Informal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 5464 | Bastrop | 2019-004 | 01/29/2019 | Adherence to the Law; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Engaging in Illegal Practices in, or Connected with, the Practice of Veterinary Medicine | During
2017
and 2018, multiple facility employees alleged that they observed
Respondent divert diazepam and hydrocodone for personal use and
appear intoxicated while practicing veterinary medicine at the
facility. They noted that her intoxication impacted her
practice, including an incident in which she fell asleep while
performing surgery. During a July 19, 2018 on-site inspection by
the board, the facility could not produce the requested 5 years
of controlled substance records. Records prior to March 2018
were inaccurate, had incomplete and missing entries, and were
missing balances on hand. Respondent's medical records contained
numerous inconsistencies with the facility's controlled
substance records regarding the amount of controlled substances
administered or dispensed. Respondent's medical records also
indicated that she dispensed allegedly excessive amounts of
tramadol, frequently omitted the identity of the veterinarian
performing the procedure and other necessary details, and
portions were illegible. During an October 10, 2018 on-site
inspection by the board in conjunction with the DEA, Respondent
admitted to converting controlled substances for personal use. |
Temporary Suspension Continuation Tunmire Temporary Suspension 
Surrender veterinary license in lieu of discipline. May petition
for reinstatement in 3 years |
|
| 9682 |
Pearland |
2019-078 | 07/02/2019 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board; Fraud or
Deception in the Examination Process or to Obtain a License |
Charged
with felony assault with a dangerous weapon in Springfield
Massachusetts in 1979. Charges dropped. Charged with destroying
property in Montgomery County, Virginia in 1983. Charges
dropped. Respondent checked no on license application question
regarding are you a party to legal proceedings, either civil or
criminal. |
Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
|
Vodehnal, Matthew
Matthew Vodehnal DVM |
12561 |
Huntsville |
2019-074 | 07/02/2019 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping |
On
inspection controlled substances log was months behind on some
drugs and up to two years on other drugs |
Formal
Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
| Carmel,
IN |
2019-102 | 10/15/2019 | Fraud or Deception in the Examination Process or to Obtain a License | DWI
in Oklahoma in 2000, which Respondent stated on his application.
Did not disclose arrest for DWI in Indiana in 2018. Stated he
graduated from West Point in 1995, but a background check
revealed he resigned in lieu of court martial and did not
graduate. |
Formal reprimand; 2 yr prob. Susp; $2,500 admin. penalty | ||
| 10932 |
Round
Rock |
2017-235 | 04/09/2019 | Expired Veterinary License; Violation of
Board Orders/Negotiated Settlements |
Respondent violated board order 2016-027. Respondent practiced with expired veterinary license. | Formal
reprimand; at
least 1 mo Susp until the board receives documentation of CE
required by 2016-027; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
| 12033 | Odessa | 2018-063 | 01/29/2019 | Professional Standard of Care | 13
year old dog presented for dental procedure. Owner request
bloodwork prior to procedure. Bloodwork indicated renal
compromise, but Respondent did not notify Owner before dental
work. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty ; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6713 |
Denton |
2019-034 | 07/02/2019 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians;
Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care |
Dog
presented for teeth cleaning and extraction. Respondent left
assistant to begin anesthesia and cleaning. Respondent left
facility without performing extractions, claiming different
veterinarian agreed to take over, but that veterinarian denied
this. Dog was burned during heating during anesthesia. Medical
records were modified to indicate different veterinarian was
responsible for anesthesia. Respondent acknowledged he does not
regularly supervise veterinary assistants inducing anesthesia |
Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 2018 |
| Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| 9178 | Seabrook | 2017-218 | 04/10/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On July 2, 2016, a 7-year-old Great Dane named Arnie was boarded at a shared facility owned by Respondent. On July 6, 2016, boarding facility staff presented Arnie to Respondent with abrasions on his legs. Respondent examined Arnie and concluded that the scratches were caused by the hard surface of the kennel suite. Respondent cleaned the abrasions and padded the kennel. Respondent's records did not include Arnie's temperature, pulse, or respiration rate, details of the examination of Arnie's injuries, or treatment provided for the injuries. Respondent did not inform the client of Arnie's injuries. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 7705 | San Antonio | 2017-093 | 10/23/2018 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On Saturday, February 27, 2016, a 9-year-old Cocker Spaniel named Markee began having trouble breathing and, after a phone call in advance, was presented to an emergency center co-owned by Respondent and Neil Shaw, DVM. Respondent waited for over an hour in the waiting area with Markee as he struggled to breath while veterinary staff treated other patients, including patients who arrived after Markee. After approximately 1 hour, the client left with Markee and went to a different emergency care facility. There, the treating veterinarian stated that Markee was in critical condition. Markee passed away a few hours later. | $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 5442 | The Colony | 201-7-210 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On June 27, 2016, Respondent was contacted regarding a 10-year-old Labrador retriever named Miranda. Respondent had previously treated Miranda but had not seen her in approximately 2 years. The client reported to Respondent that Miranda was limping badly and appeared painful. Respondent's veterinary assistant noted in the medical records possible use of Tramadol for pain management. Respondent later amended this portion of the record but did not time and date the amendment. On June 28, 2016, Responded recommended that Miranda be seen by another veterinarian, as she was unavailable. Respondent's medical records did not include the date and substance of the referral recommendation or reference to the response of the client. On July 8, 2016, Respondent made another house call to examine Miranda. Respondent palpated the masses and diagnosed hemangiosarcoma. On July 18, 2016, Respondent made another house call. The client stated that Miranda had refused medication for 2 days and had not eaten in 4 days. Respondent euthanized Miranda at the client's request. Respondent's medical records did not indicate the euthanasia dosage utilized. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 6960 | Lindale | 2018-024 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On July 27, 2016, a 7-year-old Shih Tzu named TJ was presented to a different veterinarian for surgical removal of a growth, abdominal hernia repair, and a dental cleaning. When the client picked up TJ, he noted that TJ was coughing. He was told the coughing was due to irritation from the trachea tube. The next day, when TJ continued to cough, the client was instructed to take him to an emergency facility. He presented TJ to Respondent with rapid breathing and congestion. Respondent examined TJ, administered a Lasix injection, and instructed the client to follow up with the index veterinarian the following day. The client brought TJ home and he died within hours. Respondent did not offer to take xrays, and his medical records did not indicate a respiration rate or that he recommended hospitalization. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping; 3 hrs. add'l CE in emergency medicine | |
| 10658 | Dallas | 2017-110 | 10/23/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 29, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the controlled substance log had not been updated more than 4 weeks before the inspection. Respondent had utilized controlled substances during that time period. Because the balance on hand was not being maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occuring. At the time of the inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 4080 | Abilene | 2018-032 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On May 1, 2017, a 10-year-old Sheltie named Bonnie was presented to Respondent because she had begun coughing after being boarded at a local facility. Respondent stated that Bonnie's lungs were clear and that she otherwise appeared to be healthy. Respondent's medical records did not include details regarding examination of Bonnie's pulse, respiration, or auscultation of her lungs, or other details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 7714 | Tyler | 2017-199 | 01/16/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On July 25, 2016, a 7-year-old Shih Tzu named TJ was presented to Respondent for examination of a growth on his right hind leg. Respondent recommended surgical removal of the growth, abdominal hernia repair, and a dental cleaning. On July 27, 2016, TJ underwent the procedures. Respondent's medical records did not include details necessary to document the examination and surgical procedures. When the client picked up TJ, he noted that TJ was coughing. He was told the coughing was due to irritation from the trachea tube. The next day, when TJ continued to cough, he contacted Respondent's facility at 9a and 3p, and he was told not to be concerned. When he called again at 10p, another veterinarian instructed him to take TJ to an emergency facility. It was 11:30p before he presented TJ to the emergency facility. The veterinarian observed fluid in TJ's lungs, suspected aspiration, and administered a Lasix injection. The client brought TJ home at ~1a, and he died at ~8a. Respondent consulted with his staff and was told that vomited food was found in the back of the cage that held TJ on the evening of July 27, 2016. This information was not reflected in the medical records. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 10986 | Denton | 2018-020 | 01/16/2018 | Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On November 27, 2016, an 11-year-old Maltese named Lacey was presented to an emergency facility, diagnosed with an abscessed tooth, and prescribed pain medication and an antibiotic. Lacey developed a small sore on her cheek that began oozing overnight. The next day, Lacey was presented to Respondent for examination and treatment of the oozing and the abscessed tooth. Respondent performed lab work and said that he wanted to wait until the antibiotics resolved the infection before extracting the tooth. On November 29, 2916, Respondent contacted the client to tell her the blood work was unremarkable besides a low T4, and he scheduled a tooth extraction for December 6. The client called respondent on November 30 and December 1 to report that Lacey was hardly eating and getting weaker. On December 5, Lacey had not improved, so the client brought her back to Respondent. Upon presentation, Lacey was clinically worse and her infection had progressed. Respondent said he did not feel Lacey was healthy enough to be anesthetized to perform the procedure. Respondent hospitalized Lacey overnight. The next day, Lacey had not improved and the swelling had increased. Respondent offered to refer Lacey to another veterinarian and also discussed quality of life and euthanasia. The client took Lacey home that day and brought her to another veterinarian the following day. That veterinarian scheduled Lacey to be seen by a board-certified veterinary dental specialist on December 8. The specialist performed surgery and extracted several teeth and portions of bone that had deteriorated. Lacey recovered from surgery but continued to decline and was euthanized on December 16. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE in dentistry | |
| 6991 | Dallas | 2018-053 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | Between July 2015 and May 2016, Respondent treated a 15-year-old American Eskimo dog named Belle for Cushing's disease. Portions of Respondent's medical records from this period do not include details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnoses, and treatment provided, or the date and substance of any referral recommendations, with reference to the client's response. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5254 | Sugar Land | 2017-164 | 04/10/2018 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the board revealed that on November 13, 2014, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Respondent did not report this charge to the board. Respondent was convicted of a Class B misdemeanor and fined. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 7330 | San Antonio | 2018-035 | 07/31/2018 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the board revealed that on July 17, 2013, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Respondent completed probation in September 2015. Respondent did not report the arrest and charges to the board. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 12208 | Frisco | 2018-047 | 07/31/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Rabies Control; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During a January 4, 2017 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log. At the time of the inspection, Ketamine, Euthasol, hydromorphone, buprenorphine, diazepam, and tramadol were on hand. At the time of the inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. The inspection also revealed that controlled substances were not being stored in a securely locked, substantially constructed cabinet and that Respondent did not sign rabies certificates after vaccinating patients. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty | |
| 11945 | Southlake | 2017-198 | 07/31/2018 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On February 3, 2017, a white English bulldog named Nero was presented to Respondent for re-examination of a bite wound. Later that day another white English bulldog was presented for euthanasia. While Respondent was seeing other patients, a veterinary assistant inadvertently euthanized Nero. | Informal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 4047 | New Braunfels | 2016-165 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
July 3, 2015, a 10-year-old Bouvier service dog named Myca was
presented to Respondent for minor gastrointestinal distress.
Respondent diagnosed foreign body ingestion and recommended
surgery. A small object was removed from Myca's stomach, as well
as a large tumor that was attached to Myca's spleen which was
later found to be a hematoma. Myca remained at the clinic. On
July 6, she was depressed and had a temperature of 103.
Respondent contacted the client and said he would like to keep
Myca, but the client picked her up later that afternoon. When
the client arrived, Respondent said he had just performed blood
work and Myca's white blood cell count had dropped. When Myca
returned home, she began to howl in pain and vomit. The client
called Respondent who advised her to limit Myca's water intake
to 1 cup at a time. Myca continued to pant heavily and cry in
pain throughout the night. The next morning the client called
the clinic and was told Respondent was busy and she would have
to call back. When she called back at noon, she was told
Respondent had left for the day. Around 2p, Myca's condition had
declined, and the client took her to a different veterinarian.
That veterinarian performed additional surgery. Myca was
transferred to an emergency center, but her blood work showed significant signs of kidney failure. The next day, the client made the decision to euthanize Myca. Respondent's records contained no details of Myca's aftercare on July 4 or 5. They included a temperature notation that was not made contemporaneously without indicating so. |
Informal Reprimand; Restitution $149.20; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 4047 | New Braunfels | 2017-224 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On October 3, 2016, a recently rescued ~6-week-old stray kitten named Cashmere was presented to Respondent for a wellness examination. Respondent found Cashere to be thin, feverish, and with watery stools and eyes. A fecal exam showed coccidia and an opthalmic exam showed conjunctivitis in both eyes. Respondent administered meloxicam and vaccinations. Over the next few days, Cashmere's appetite diminished. On October 8, he vomited and appeared lethargic. On October 9, the client presented Cashmere to Respondent again. He was dehydrated, comatose, pale, nonresponsive, had mucous like stool, and a low temperature. Respondent recommended keeping Cashmere for treatment. He did not refer him to an emergency facility for continuous monitoring. Respondent treated Cashmere with IV fluids, steroids, antidiarrheal medication, and antibiotics. Respondent left the facility at ~8:15p that evening. Respondent returned to the facility to administer more fluids and oral lixitinic vitamin tonic at 11p. Respondent did not refer Cashmere to an emergency facility or provide continuous overnight monitoring. On October 10, Respondent's staff contacted him and told him that Cashmere was found comatose in the morning. Cashmere died at ~8:15a. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in emergency critical care | |
| 10023 | Houston | 2018-134 | 07/31/2018 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On October 19, 2016, a 7-month-old King Charles Cavalier named George was presented to Respondent for a neuter procedure. Respondent performed the procedure and instructed facility employees to remove an IV catheter prior to discharge; however, the catheter was still in place when George was discharged at ~6p. The client returned the following day for catheter removal. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 4510 | Belton | 2017-208 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On February 10, 2017, an 8-month-old Boer goat named Jobi was presented to Respondent for possible urinary problems. Respondent examined Jobi and performed a urinalysis that was positive for leukocytes. Respondent was unable to palpate Jobi's bladder, so he attempted to catheterize him, first without sedation, then using isoflurane and an intravenous injection of xylazine. He was unsuccessful, so he called another veterinarian to provide assistance. While waiting for that veterinarian to arrive, the client questioned the continued anesthesia, but Respondent indicated that it was safe. When the other veterinarian arrived, he asked why Jobi did not have a belly tube in place, because he was bloating. He inserted the tube, and the stomach contents were removed. Approximately 20 minutes later, the second veterinarian questioned how long Jobi had not been breathing. The client noted that no monitoring device was used on Jobi during the procedure. Attempts were made to revive Jobi without success. A necropsy showed that Jobi died due to compromised renal health, poor tissue perfusion due to bloating and renal impairment, and extended anesthesia. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in large animal anesthesia; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 5474 | Waco | 2017-148 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On June 3, 2016 a 1-year-old dog named Remi was presented to Respondent for an injured right hind leg. Respondent performed xrays which confirmed that Remi's leg was broken. Respondent recommended surgery and placement of an intramedullary pin to stabilize the leg. Respondent sedated Remi and applied a temporary splint. Remi was hospitalized overnight. Respondent's medical records do not include details of Remi's overnight hospitalization. On June 4, Respondent prepared Remi for surgery. Respondent stated that her technician refused to assist and left the facility. Respondent attempted to place the implant but was unsuccessful. Remi began to rouse, so Respondent pulled the pin, built a Thomas splint, applied traction to the limb, and secured the splint to Remi's leg. Respondent administered injectable medicines. Respondent's medical records do not include details of the procedure attempted or the treatment provided. Respondent discharged Remi on June 7, explaining that she was unable to complete the surgery. On June 10, 12, and 14, the client returned Remi for persistent complications. On the 14th, Respondent recommended Remi be hospitalized for a few days. On June 16, the client returned to visit Remi, noted that she appeared to be in pain, and discharged Remi against Respondent's advise to seek a second opinion. Respondent had no medical records documenting the 2-day hospitalization or any treatment provided. The client took Remi to a different veterinarian. He examined Remi and concluded that the splint was causing increased instability. He observed a large wound on Remi's thigh that was infected. He sedated Remi, took xrays, treated the wound, and placed a new splint. He stated he saw no evidence that Respondent had attempted to place an IM pin. He then referred the client to another veterinarian. On June 20, that veterinarian saw no evidence that Remi's hair had been clipped for surgery, no evidence of an incision, and no evidence of a pin introduction site. He performed surgery and placed an IM pin. Remi recovered normally. | Formal Reprimand; 5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in large animal anesthesia; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 13749 | Elgin | 2018-005 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On July 14, 2016, a horse named Genie was presented to Respondent for a ruptured corneal ulcer. Genie stayed overnight at the hospital, and Respondent performed an enucleation surgery the following day. Respondent's patient records stated that Genie's recovery was long, that Genie got up and down twice and was wobbly while standing. Respondent stated that Genie had her right side against a padded stall the second time she was down, but this is not indicated in the patient records. Respondent recommended that Genie stay at the hospital for an additional 10 days for observation and treatment. The client continued to visit Genie and noted that her leg did not appear to be improving. On July 25, the client took Genie home and noted that she had lost weight and did not appear to be walking normally. On August 30, the client asked another veterinarian to examine Genie. He performed xrays which revealed a fractured tubercle. On August 31, Respondent added a supplementation to Genie's patient records regarding Genie's lameness and client communications but did not indicate a date and time of the supplementation nor a clear indication that the information was a supplementation. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 10540 | Waco | 2017-219 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On March 17, 2017, a 14-month-old English bulldog named Kandor was presented to another veterinarian for hair loss on her left flank. During the examination, that veterinarian noted bilateral upper and lower entropion and prescribed prednisone. On March 22, the client observed Kandor limping on her right side, whimpering, and pawing at her right eye. She was concerned that the prednisone was contributing and discontinued the medication. On March 23, she consutled with Kandor's regular veterinarian. He discussed the possibility of an ulcer and recommended that Kandor be seen by another veterinarian because he was unavailable that day. Later that day, Kandor was presented to Respondent. Respondent examined the eye, diagnosed mild keratitis, and prescribed medicine to be applied 2-3 times daily. Respondent advised the client to continue the prednisone. Over the next 2 days, Kandor's eye swelled significantly. On March 26, the client presented Kandor to another veterinarian who observed severe swelling, diffuse superficial ulcer, and tonometer readings of 21 and 16 in the right and left eyes. That veterinarian adminsitered injections of meloxicam, gentamicin, and furosemide, and dispensed gentamicin drops and Remend corneal gel, Clavamox, and carprofen. On March 29, the client presented Kandor to that veterinarian again, and a deep ulcer on the cornea with neovascularization and descemetocele was observed. The client was referred to Texas A&M University for emergency treatment. Upon arrival there, Kandor's eye had ruptured and was subsequently surgically removed. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 5618 | San Antonio | 2018-026 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On
April
11, 2017, a 1-year-old Pit Bull named Kitt was presented to
Respondent for a bite wound by another dog. Respondent examined
Kitt and prescribed an antibiotic. On April 21, the client
re-presented Kitt to the facility and reported that Kitt had
been bleeding from the mouth and acting lethargic and depressed,
with dramatically increased swelling overnight. After dropping
Kitt off, she later called back and reported that Kitt had
gotten into rat poison ~1 week prior. Respondent examined Kitt
and performed blood work (but not testing for rodenticide
toxicity because the facility did not have testing
capabilities). The client requested Vitamin K administration and
Respondent agreed but did not administer it before discharge.
Respondent did not refer Kitt to another veterinarian for
examination or blood testing for rat poisoning. Immediately
after leaving, the client presented Kitt to another
veterinarian. Within 30 minutes of examining Kitt, that
veterinarian informed the client that Kitt's clotting times were
out of range, indicative of rat poisoning. Kitt received a
plasma transfusion and Vitamin K and recovered uneventfully. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in toxicology | |
| 8929 | Pflugerville | 2017-212 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
March
14, 2016, an 11-year-old canine named Kat presented to
Respondent for her yearly exam and to have two lumps examined.
Respondent diagnosed lipomas and discussed surgery, but
explained the possibility that they could return. This
consultation was not documented in the medical records. Neither
did Respondent offer any additional diagnostics, such as fine
needle aspiration biopsy. A year later, the client observed that
the growths had grown. He presented Kat to Respondent also
reporting that Kat was lethargic and had decreased activity.
Respondent recommended surgical removal with potential testing
for cancer. On March 3, 2017, Respondent surgically removed the
mass. Respondent's medical records lacked details. When the
client arrived ~5:30p to pick up Kat, she was lethargic and had
a temperature of 97.9F, so Respondent recommended keeping Kat at
the clinic overnight. Kat was treated and monitored by facility
staff until 745p. Respondent did not offer referral to an
emergency facility for overnight monitoring. On the morning of
March 4, 2017, when staff arrived at the facility, they
discovered that Kat had died overnight. Respondent stated that
he recommended a necropsy but the client declined. Respondent
noted that the soft tissue biopsy had been sent out and opined
that Kat had died possibly due to cardiac arrest and possible
complications due to age, being overweight, excision, and size
of tumor. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping; 3 hrs. add'l CE in soft tissue surgery; 3 hrs. add'l CE in anesthesia; Restitution $660.75 | |
| 10402 | Decatur | 2018-033 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
September
16, 2016, a 15-year-old horse named I've Dun It On Stage (Holly)
was presented to Respondent for a consultation and hock
injections. Respondent performed xrays and injected Holly in the
front feet, knees, and back. Respondent's medical records did
not indicate the total amount used or the amount injected into
each joint. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 5311 | Flower Mound | 2017-220 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
October
8, 2016, two dogs named Nizhoni and Baylor were presented to
Respondent at a temporary clinic located outside a feed store.
Nizhoni, an 11-month-old Australian Shepherd mix was to undergo
a spay procedure. Respondent performed the spay procedure, but
his medical records did not include details. The client returned
to pick up the dogs, and Nizhoni was lethargic and incontinent.
She expressed concerns to Respondent, but he informed her the
surgery went well and there was no cause for concern. Respondent
did not provide the client with take-home instructions. The
client took Nizhoni home and placed her in a kennel. At ~3p, she
let her out to urinate and she collapsed. At ~5p, the client
placed Nizhoni back in her kennel to sleep. The following day,
the client discovered that Nizhoni had died during the night.
She attempted to contact Respondent but got no response from the
number listed on the receipt. She also contacted the emergency
facility provided in Respondent's voice mail, but the staff told
her they did not know or have any affiliation with Respondent.
Later that afternoon, the client presented Nizhoni's body to
another veterinarian for a necropsy. The necropsy identified the
cause of death as intra-abdominal exsanguination resulting from
suture tying off the left ovarian artery and vein slipping off
the ovarian stump. Respondent did not return the client's
attempts to contact him until ~4p on October 10. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping; 3 hrs. add'l CE in high volume spay and neuter | |
| 12103 | San Antonio | 2018-036 | 07/31/2018 | Delegation and Supervision Relating to Official Health Documents | On
April
8, 2016, Respondent directed his veterinary assistant to travel
to Conroe and collect blood samples from a sick horse and two
other female horses on the same premises. The assistant returned
the next day with four blood samples. They were not color-coded,
so he directed the assistant to discard the samples that came
from the sick horse. The assistant prepared the remaining
samples to be sent to the Texas A&M veterinary Medical
Diagnostic Laboratory for Piroplasmosis and equine infections
anemia testing. Respondent signed off on the official Texas
Animal Health Commission forms certifying that the specimens
were drawn by him or under his direct supervision from the horse
described on the date indicated on the form. On April 10,
Respondent was notified that the samples were positive for
Piroplasmosis. It was later determined through DNA analysis that
the samples submitted were from a male horse. On May 2,
Respondent directed the assistant to return to the premises to
collect blood samples from two male horses. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire term; Follow add'l terms as specified in agreed order | |
| 7007 | Houston | 2018-027 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian-Client -Patient Relationship | On
July
21, 2011, Respondent performed a heartworm test for a dog named
Hatchi. Respondent's medical records indicated that Hatchi was
treated with repeated administrations of doxycycline. Respondent
prescribed Revolution Teal (6-pack, 50-85 lbs) for Hatchi in
September 2011 and march 2012. On March 20, 2013, Respondent
performed a heartworm test for Hatchi that was negative.
Respondent prescribed the same Revolution for Hatchi in March
and November 2013, February, May, and August 2014, April, July,
and September 2015, January, April and July 2016, and May 2017
without performing or offering to perform a heartworm test after
March 2013. Respondent dispensed prescription heartworm
medication without performing additional examinations to
maintain a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Respondent
never performed or offered to perform a heartworm test for Lucy.
On March 18, 2013, Respondent prescribed Trifexis Green to Lucy.
Respondent prescribed Revolution Teal (40-85 lbs) to Lucy in
July 2013, August 2014, November 2016, and February 2017. On
August 2, 2017, the clients presented Lucy and Hatchi to another
veterinarian, and both dogs tested positive for heartworms. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in heartworm prevention | |
| 13859 | Conroe | 2017-160 | 04/10/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
September
18, 2016, a 2-year-old terrier mix named Boston was presented to
Respondent for a neuter procedure. Boston was anesthetized,
intubated, and connected to a non-rebreathing system and Cardell
multiparameter monitoring system. An ECG and pulse oximeter were
connected to Boston. After ~5 minutes, the pulse ox and ECG
began reading abnormally. Boston went into cardiac arrest.
Respondent attempted CPR, and it was discovered that the
non-rebreathing circuit was closed. Respondent opened the
circuit, administered epinephrine, placed an IV catheter, and
attempted CPR again. Respondent continued to administer
medicines and perform CPR, but could not revive Boston. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 4128 | Mineral Wells | 2018-069 | 10/23/2018 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Delegation and Supervision Relating to Official Health Documents; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Permitted another to use license to practice Veterinary Medicine; Ordering a Prescription Drug without a V-C-P Relationship; Existence of a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | During
a
September 6, 2017 inspection by the board, it was discovered
that Respondent's controlled substances log had not been updated
since March 2017. The inspection also revealed that Respondent
did not maintain patient records for many patients receiving
veterinary care at the facility. During the inspection,
Respondent was interviewed and stated that he allowed his
veterinary assistant to perform spay and neuter operations on
cats and dogs. In another interview, Respondent said he was
unable to perform surgery due to a previous back injury. Board
investigators advised Respondent and the assistant that the
assistant could not do any surgical procedure. On multiple
subsequent dates, the assistant(s) continued to provide
veterinary care without Respondent's oversight, including the
period from May 31, 2018 to July 23, 2018 when Respondent
resided in a physical rehabilitation center. One of the
assistants said that she would consult with Respondent by
telephone. Medical records consisted primarily of invoices
during this period. On July 24-25, during another board
inspection, board staff observed the assistants treating
black cat that was sedated and intubated. Respondent was not
present at the facility but again provided the assistant
treatment instructions by telephone. During the inspection,
board staff found that Respondent did not have an accurate
balance on hand for Ketamine and Beuthanasia. Additionally,
Respondent did not maintain invoices or disposal records for
Phenobarbital. Respondent did not maintain controlled substances
securely. Board staff also observed an Interstate Health
Certificate that was dated July 6, 2018 and not signed by a
veterinarian, although the Respondent's license number and
address were listed. A witness stated that the assistant
performed the examination and issued the certificate while no
veterinarian was present. Board staff also observed a client
come in and request a prescription for his animal which was sold
without seeing the patient. (See Temporary and Continuing
Suspension orders for additional details.) |
Temporary Suspension Order Order continuing Temporary Suspension Permanent retirement of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek reinstatement . Failure to place in retired status will result in permanent revocation of license. |
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| 2622 | Robinson | 2017-223 | 04/10/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
November
29, 2016, a 6-year-old male cat named Joe was presented to
Respondent for a urinary tract infection. Respondent diagnosed a
turgid bladder and unsuccessfully attempted to treat via
massage, so he advised the client Joe would need to stay
overnight to have his bladder drained. The next day, he again
applied pressure to expel urine. He did not catheterize Joe. On
December 1, the client arrived at the facility to pick up Joe.
She questioned what treatment was completed. She was provided
with medical records that indicated that Joe was presented for a
UTI and that the treatment provided was "unplug - RX Methigel
give 1 inch 1x daily." Respondent neither gave the client
additional instructions for Joe's future care, nor did he create
and maintain medical records with necessary detail. Respondent
provided board staff with medical records created after he was
notified of the complaint against him. When the client returned
home, she observed that Joe's fur was matted with dried urine.
On December 12, she took Joe to another veterinarian who
examined, tested, and treated him for a urinary tract infection. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4476 | Houston | 2017-214 2017-240 |
10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
August
15, 2016, a 10-month-old English Bull Terrier named Scruff was
presented to Respondent for potential trash ingestion and stool
blockage. Respondent recommended keeping Scruff overnight. He
examined Scruff and performed a number of diagnostics but not
xrays. He treated Scruff with IV fluids, Vitamin B and
metronidazole. He then gave Scruff Polyflex and metoclopramide.
The following morning Scruff was listless and passed plastic,
strings, and Styrofoam in the stool, along with blood.
Respondent noticed bile-like material in the cage which could
have been vomitus. Scruff began seizing and died at ~10:30a. On
March 29, 2017, a 4-year-old Chihuahua named Trini was presented
to Respondent for vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Respondent
recommended leaving Trini overnight for diagnostics and
treatment. Respondent examined Trini and performed a number of
diagnostics. He treated Trini with Cerenia and Polyflex but did
not begin IV fluids the first day. The next day Trini was still
not eating or drinking. Respondent repeated the Cerenia and
Polyflex and gave 250cc of lactated ringer with Vitamin B
intravenously. Respondent noted that Trini's left leg and chest
were swollen due to a vein injury from catheterization. He hot
packed and massaged the swelling but did not include details of
these treatments in the medical records. The client visited
Trini later that day and was told by Respondent that the
swelling was due to fluid build-up under Trini's skin and would
dissipate in a few days. On March 31, Trini was released to the
client. Respondent prescribed amoxicillin drops, Endosorb, and
metronidazole. Trini was still swollen. Respondent advised the
client to apply heat compression and massage to the swollen
area. On April 2, the client noted that the swelling had not
dissipated so she took Trini to a different veterinarian. He
noted extensive swelling, pitting edema, and bloody serum
draining from the skin. Possible diagnoses included infection or
cellulitis as a reaction to the extravasated fluids and
medication. He treated it and warned the client that teh tissue
around the swelling may die and slough off. Between April 4 and
6, the flesh began to slough off. On April 6, the client
returned Trini to the second veterinarian's clinic, and she was
referred to a specialty hospital. There, she was diagnosed with
severe dermal necrosis, underwent surgery to remove the necrotic
tissue, and required extensive treatment and hospitalization to
treat the wound. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4966 | Denton | 2018-031 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
August
7, 2017, a 14-year-old cattle breed canine named Val was
presented to Respondent for pain and lameness. Respondent
suspected a tumor or foreign body. Xrays showed an abnormal
enlargement of the abdominal viscera. Respondent stated that he
started Val on intravenous fluids and antibiotics but did not
document this in the medical record. The client was contacted
and told Val would need emergency surgery and that her prognosis
was otherwise terminal. She went to the facility and authorized
surgery as well as euthanasia if necessary. Later that day Val
underwent surgery. Respondent removed and resected two sections
of Val's intestines and removed the tumor. Respondent neither
contacted the client to report the severity of his findings or
to discuss possible euthanasia, nor did he include necessary
details regarding the surgical procedure in the medical record.
On August 10, Respondent performed additional surgery on Val to
remove the stint bandage. Later that day, the client elected to
take Val home. The next day Val had not improved, and the client
too her to another veterinarian. He advised her that Val had a
perforated bowel which led to secondary peritonitis and
aspiration of stomach contents. Val had developed septicemia and
continued to decline. Val was hospitalized and treated but
subsequently went into cardiac shock and died. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE | |
| 7539 | Montgomery | 2018-006 | 10/23/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
June
26, 2017, a 4-year-old Dachshund mixed breed named Ellie was
presented to Respondent for back pain since anal gland
expression 3 days prior. Ellie had not eaten or drank water in 2
days. Respondent examined Ellie and found general stiffness and
feces blockage in the colon. He noted mild back discomfort but
did not think that was the primary concern. He kept Ellie for
monitoring and administered tramadol, methocarbamol, meloxicam,
and two enemas. After administration of the second enema, Ellie
became ataxic, lethargic, and unable to stand with excessive
drooling. Respondent administered heat support and ~1p contacted
the client with the news that Ellie's condition had
deteriorated. She approved blood work and xrays which Respondent
stated showed no abnormalities. Ellie was subsequently given
buprenorphine and discharged to home. Respondent stated that he
discussed transfer to an emergency facility for overnight care,
but this was not documented in the medical records. At ~3a on
June 27, Ellie began exhibiting rapid eye movement and increased
breathing and subsequently died. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 13284 | Bastrop | 2017-207 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
August
17, 2016, a 6-month-old English Bulldog named Bentley was
presented to Respondent for a neuter procedure. Respondent's
medical records did not include any details of a pre-operative
examination. The client declined use of an intravenous catheter
on the surgical consent form. Bentley was premedicated with
intramuscular medicines and ~12 minutes later intubated and
maintained on isoflurane. Bentley was placed on a Cardell
monitor and monitored by a technician. When the procedure was
complete, Respondent directed the technician to discontinue
isoflurane and placed the final skin staple. The technician then
informed Respondent that Bentley hadn't taken a breath in a
period of time and that the monitor was not reading a heart
rate. Respondent noted Bentley's tongue was blue and his heart
had stopped. Respondent attempted cardioresuscitation but was
unable to revive Bentley. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6459 | Stratford | 2018-039 | 07/31/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
May 12, 2017 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered
that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for
ketamine, torbugesic, and valium. Because of these inaccuracies,
Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was
occurring. The inspection also revealed that Respondent did not
have a controlled substance log for beuthanasia and a
ketamine/rompun (xylazine) mixture. At the time of the
inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered
controlled substances for the facility. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7541 | Azle | 2017-140 | 07/31/2018 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
August
19, 2016 a 9-year-old Yorkshire terrier named Piglet was
presented to Respondent for a dental cleaning and teeth
extractions. The client requested that standard blood work be
performed prior to the procedure. A technician attempted to run
blood work twice, but the complete blood count machine was
malfunctioning and Respondent was unable to interpret the
results. Respondent did not inform the client that the machine
was malfunctioning or give her the option to postpone the
procedure. The client was still charged for the blood work. A
technician performed the dental cleaning. Respondent then
examined Piglet and called the client who authorized Respondent
to extract 7 of Piglet's teeth. The anesthesia monitoring log
included only the initial pulse oximeter value. Respondent's
medical records did not include details of a pre-operative
physical examination, temperature, pulse, and respiratory rate.
The client picked up Piglet that afternoon. Piglet suffered from
complications and was euthanized on August 23. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 5655 | Houston | 2018-038 | 07/31/2018 | Observance of Confidentiality | On
November
5, 2016, a Boston Terrier named Jack Daniels was presented to
Respondent for treatment of injuries sustained in a dog attack.
Respondent's employee disclosed information regarding the amount
paid for care and treatment to the owner of the dog that
attacked Jack Daniels. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 13122 | Sunset, LA | 2017-129 | 07/31/2018 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Adherence to the Law | Between
2013
and October 2015, Respondent practiced veterinary medicine at
the Iowa State University Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center. In
2015, the Iowa State Board of Pharmacy (SIBP) conducted an
investigation of Respondent after receiving complaints regarding
Respondent's abnormal levels of butorphanol usage and
irregularities in Respondent's withdrawals of butorphanol from
the facility's automated dispensing cabinet. SIBP tested 23
butorphanol syringes and 15 did not contain detectable traces of
butorphanol. Six syringes under Respondent's control were never
recovered. The SIBP's investigation also revealed that
Respondent used another veterinarian's credentials to access the
facility's automated dispensing cabinet. In October 2015,
Respondent resigned from the facility and relocated to Texas. On
April 12, 2016, the State of Iowa charged Respondent with
possession of a controlled substance and theft in the fourth
degree. In October 2016, Respondent relocated to Louisiana. On
October 6, 2016, the Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine
issued an agreed order regarding Respondent. It provided that
Respondent could be issued a veterinary license but that the
license would be placed on probated suspension for 5 years and
that Respondent must participate in a rehabilitative program and
provide the board with monthly reports during the probationary
period. The Louisiana board issued a veterinary license to
Respondent on October 31, 2016. On September 25, 2016,
Respondent submitted to an assessment of a hair follicle drug
screen pursuant to the TBVME's Professional Recovery Network
(PRN) which was negative. Respondent acknowledged a chemical
dependence or addiction to butorphanol and reported a sobriety
date of February 6, 2016. The PRN evaluator determined that
Respondent was safe to practice and recommended a 5-year support
agreement with PRN. On November 29, 2016, Respondent entered
into said agreement. |
5 year stayed suspension. Probation for 5 years. 5 year contract with Peer Assistance Program; Adhere to other terms as specified in agreed order | |
| 1469 | Yorktown | 2017-237 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
Decemer
12, 2016, a 9-year-old Great Dane named Bully was presented to
Respondent for euthanasia. Respondent sedated bully with an
injected xylazine and ketamine mixture. Respondent did not place
an intravenous catheter before doing so. Respondent made several
unsuccessful attempts to inject euthanasia solution into a
cephalic vein but could not locate one due to Bully's low blood
pressure. Respondent's associate (another veterinarian) then
performed euthanasia by cardiac injection. |
Informal Reprimand; Place license in retired status. Do not seek reinstatement. |
|
| 14449 | Corpus Christi | 2017-239 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
January
4, 2017, a 2-year-old Dachshund named Ziggi was presented to
Respondent for exploratory surgery to remove foreign objects
causing a blockage. Ziggi had previously been examined by a
different veterinarian who diagnosed the foreign bodies and
recommended surgery. Respondent performed the surgery and
removed multiple linear foreign bodies from Ziggi's stomach.
Respondent stated that Ziggi recovered from surgery but remained
depressed. Respondent administered injectable antibiotics and
intravenous fluids. The client stated that when he returned to
the facility at 2:30p, Ziggi appeared heavily sedated. He
returned again at 5p, but Ziggi still appeared heavily sedated.
He was told he could either take Ziggi home or leave him
unattended at the facility overnight. Respondent disputed the
client's account and stated that he recommended Ziggi be taken
to another facility for overnight monitoring. The client elected
to take Ziggi home. Ziggi was discharged with an IV catheter in
his leg along with Clavamox, enrofloxacin, and gabapentin. The
client was instructed to bring Ziggi back the following day.
That night, Ziggi did not regain consciousness. The client woke
at ~2a and found that Ziggi had died. Respondent's medical
records from the day of the procedure do not reflect a referral
to an emergency facility. Instead they referenced rechecking the
Ziggi the next day to give him antibiotic injections. On January
6, Respondent amended his medical records to reflect a
conversation in which he recommended referral to an emergency
facility for overnight observation. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 12 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2789 | Athens | 2018-008 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
May
8, 2017, a 5-year-old cat named Max was presented to Respondent
for a yearly examination, vaccinations, and frequent urination.
Respondent's medical records say that Max was presented for
vomiting. Respondent examined Max and found his bladder to be
very hard and enlarged. Blood work showed elevated kidney
profiles and high potassium levels. Respondent diagnosed Max
with a urinary blockage. Max appeared to be critical. Respondent
recommended anesthesia and urinary plug removal and the client
consented. Respondent anesthetized and catheterized Max then
flushed the bladder. Respondent did not stabilize or offer to
administer intravenous fluids before administering anesthesia.
Max was found dead in his kennel ~15 minutes after extubation.
Respondent's medical records did not indicate that Max was
monitored following extubation. Responded stated that Max's
death was due to excessive kidney waste levels in the blood. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 12527 | Dallas | 2017-101 | 01/16/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
September
20, 2013, a 10-year-old quarter horse named Harvey was presented
to Respondent for treatment of a right forelimb laceration.
Harvey was examined and found to have grade 2 lameness with
moderate tissue damage and swelling and a temperature of 100.8.
He was mildly sedated, and the wound was sutured. Respondent
said the wound closed easily on caudal aspect but was very tight
on the cranial aspect and did not close completely. She applied
a bandage, dispensed antibiotics, and gave the client
instructions to perform hydrotherapy once a day and continue the
Banamine as needed. Respondent stated that she cautioned the
client that the sutures may not hold and to keep the wound
bandaged. Respondent did not adequately evaluate whether there
was joint involvement. Harvey returned for a recheck by
Respondent a week later. The wound was not completely closed,
very thickened, with mild hemorrhagic and purulent discharge.
Some of the sutures had fallen out. Respondent stated that she
was unable to suture the wound due to swelling but cleaned,
treated, and rebandaged it. She stated that she discussed
hospitalizing Harvey but the medical records do not reflect
this. Respondent dispensed additional antibiotics, and gave the
client instructions to continue the hydrotherapy and change the
bandage daily with Granulex. Six weeks later, on November 8, the
medical record reflected that Respondent saw Harvey again, but
the client stated that Lucy Pustejovsky, DVM (another
veterinarian at the clinic) was the only veterinarian she spoke
to that day. The medical records stated that Harvey's right
front fetlock was swollen and painful but that no significant
lameness, drainage, or discharge from the wound was observed.
Xrays revealed significant soft tissue swelling with narrow
joint space. Respondent stated that she consulted with another
veterinarian and recommended an ultrasound and joint tap, but
the client denied this, and the recommendation was not recorded
in the medical records. Respondent sent Harvey home with the
same treatment and did not refer Harvey to a specialist or to
another veterinarian for additional evaluation and treatment.
Respondent did not examine Harvey again after that. He was later
referred to Texas A&M, transferred there on December 4, and
eventually euthanized on April 24, 2014 after several months of
care for a severe joint infection. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE | |
| 10737 | Bedford | 2018-021 | 07/31/2018 | Unauthorized Treatment | On
September
16, 2016 an a-week-old black Lab Jax was presented to
Respondent's clinic for boarding. Three days later, kennel staff
presented Jax to Respondent after finding him sitting in a
puddle of urine and noting two sores on his right front paw.
Respondent examined Jax and noted a temperature of 104.4 and two
ulcerative lesions of ~3 cm in diameter, as well as areas of
ulcerative tissue at the tail base and clear discharge extending
over the right thigh. Respondent contacted the client and
recommended lab work. The client agreed. The lab work was
slightly abnormal. Respondent performed additional examination
and noted right hip and thigh sloughing, discoloration, and
edema. A caretaker arrived to pick up Jax. Respondent explained
to the caretaker and then to the client by telephone that he was
not comfortable discharging Jax in this condition and asked to
keep him overnight for additional diagnostics and treatment.
Respondent administered buprenorphine for pain and sedated Jax
with dexdomitor without receiving client authorization. He took
a culture and place topical lidocaine on the wound. He removed
the necrotic skin, transected the necrotic skin flap, and
submitted sections of the flap for histopathology. He then
flushed the area with dilute chlorhexidine solution and reversed
Jax with antisedan. The culture results revealed E. coli
bacteria and the histopathology was inconclusive. The client
arrived later that day and elected to take Jax home. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 6676 | Bandera | 2018-040 | 07/31/2018 | Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During
a
June 21, 2017 on-site inspection by the board, board staff
observed Respondent leave a lockbox containing controlled
substances (ketamine, beuthanasia, and butorphanol) open and
unattended with the key inserted for ~10 minutes. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 14223 | Stafford | 2017-211 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
January
10, 2017, ~1-year-old rabbit named Binky was presented to
Respondent for castration. The client declined pre-operative
blood work. Respondent stated that he premedicated Binky with
ketamine, xylazine, and acepromazine subcutaneously, but the
doses or concentrations were not noted in the medical records.
The medical records included an invoice for "Preanesthetic
medication-Canine." Binky was maintained on isoflurane and
intubation was unsuccessful twice, so he was masked instead.
During the procedure he was monitored, but the anesthesia log
did not appear in the medical records. After the procedure,
Binky was placed in a heated recovery cage, and the xylazine was
reversed with yohimbine ~40 minutes later, although the medical
records didn't include details. Respondent's medical records
indicated that Binky was slow to recover and appeared very
sedated. After 90 minutes, Binky was rousable but not fully
awake. Later that afternoon, a facility employee contacted the
client to recommend that Binky be kept for overnight monitoring.
Respondent examined Binky before leaving the facility at ~5p and
found him to still be sedate but rousable. The last employee
left the facility ~7:20p. Respondent did not recommend referral
to another facility that could provide overnight monitoring. The
next morning at ~7:55a, a veterinary assistant found Binky
deceased in the recovery cage. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7988 | Austin | 2017-097 | 04/10/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
July
20, 2016, a 2-year-old cat named Lucy was presented to
Respondent for annual vaccinations and a grooming. The client
requested grooming without anesthesia, but was told hospital
policy required it. Respondent sedated Lucy and directed an
unlicensed technician to intubate her. Respondent's medical
records indicated that the grooming was uneventful and Lucy
recovered normally. When the client picked her up, she was told
Lucy might be groggy for a few days. Over the next few days, the
client noted that Lucy's throat sounded sore, she was less
active than usual, and a "crackling" sound could be heard when
petting her neck and shoulders. On July 25, Lucy was panting,
had a low appetite, and would not drink water. The client
contacted the hospital to report these symptoms and was directed
to drop Lucy off. Respondent examined Lucy and treated her for
tracheal irritation. She did not perform xrays or other
diagnostics to determine the location and severity of the
tracheal tear. The medical records stated that Lucy would feel
"much better within the next 1-2 days." The client returned home
with Lucy, but Lucy still had the same signs, so she contacted
Respondent again. Respondent told her to give Lucy space to
relax and calm down. A referral was not noted in Respondent's
medical records. Lucy was subsequently presented to an emergency
center that night where veterinarians found her in respiratory
distress with subcutaneous emphysema. They performed an
emergency surgery to repair a 2.5 cm tear in the trachea, but
Lucy went into cardiac arrest and could not be resuscitated. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10438 | Fredericksburg | 2017-225 | 07/31/2018 | Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
March
2, 2015, a 10-year-old Boxer named Nina was presented to
Respondent for incontinence, inappetence, and apparent
discomfort. Respondent performed blood work and confirmed a
pancreatitis diagnosis. Nina was hospitalized from March 3
through March 6. On April 3, Nina was presented to another
veterinarian at the facility for pain. She was given Cerenia and
Catasol injections. A day later, the clients contacted
Respondent about Nina's uncontrolled urinary incontinence.
Respondent prescribed Proin. On April 10, Nina was presented to
a different veterinarian at the facility for pain and pacing.
She treated Nina with Omeprazole, Tramadol, subcutaneous fluids,
and overnight hospitalization. Respondent assumed Nina's case
the morning of April 11. An xray showed severe spondylosis, but
the clients stated they were never advised of this. Nina was
given prednisone, but her condition continued to decline.
Respondent stated that she explained Nina's deterioration and
recommended possible euthanasia. Respondent did not refer to a
specialist or emergency facility. When the clients arrived at
the facility, Nina was paralyzed and only able to move her eyes.
They elected to have her euthanized. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9094 | Plano | 2018-010 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
December
7, 2015, a 4-year-old English Bulldog named Meatball as
presented to the clinic where Respondent worked as an add-on for
diarrhea and vomiting, polydipsia, and odd breathing. Meatball
became very excited and started panting vigorously in the
waiting room. He was placed into an exam room ~20 minutes
after arriving. Respondent left another patient to examine
Meatball who was panting heavily but did not appear dyspneic.
Meatball was noted to be morbidly obese and had a loud
stridor/stertorous breathing sounds. As the exam continued,
Meatball's respiration appeared more labored and his mucus
membrane started becoming less pink. Respondent did not
administer supplemental oxygen until 3:30p. He notified the
client that Meatball's breathing was worsening and oxygen had
been started to stabilize him. Respondent stated that due to
Meatball's obesity, he thought it best to get IV access in the
right cephalic vein. Respondent administered an intravenous dose
of dexamethasone in the right lateral saphenous vein. Meatball
did not respond to treatment and an endotracheal tube was placed
at 3:52p. The client was notified that Meatball was critical and
worsening. Respondent attempted CPR. At 4:02p, CPR was ceased
and Meatball was pronounced dead. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13221 | Spokane, WA | 2017-203 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On January 21, 2016, a 2-year-old Chihuahua named Sara was presented to her regular veterinarian for a pregnancy checkup. She was not in active labor but would likely go into it in the next 24 hours. The puppy was too large for natural delivery, so a C-section was recommended. At ~8:30p that evening, Sara started experiencing contractions, so the clients contacted the emergency number provided earlier. They were told they could probably wait unless Sara was in distress. An hour later, they presented Sara to the facility. Respondent advised the clients that Sara was in the early stages of labor, did not appear to be in distress, and could wait before a C-section was performed. Respondent told the clients three doctors were available to treat or monitor Sara until 8a. The clients advised the staff that they would be waiting in their car, they believed for a veterinarian to perform a C-section. At ~10:30p, Sara went into active labor. The clients were placed in a treatment room. Hospital staff checked in every 30 minutes until 3a. Respondent left the facility between midnight and 1a on January 22. At ~3a, another veterinarian, J. Randell Bridges, entered the room and examined Sara. At that time, the sac was protruding from the vulva. The clients reiterated their concerns and their regular veterinarian's recommendation for a C-section. Dr. Bridges performed a complete examination, asked the clients if they wanted a C-section, and left the room to write up the estimate. A deposit was collected, and Dr. Bridges began surgery at ~5a. The clients waited in their car and were notified ~5:30a that the puppy's heart was beating but it was not breathing on its own. The surgery was completed at ~6a. Sometime after 6a, Dr. Bridges told the clients that the puppy had not survived. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 12813 | Zapata | 2017-215 | 07/31/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
February
10, 2017, a 5-year-old Chihuahua named Charlie was presented to
Respondent for a neuter procedure. Respondent's medical records
did not contain Charlie's patient history, temperature, or other
details necessary to substantiate or document the examination,
diagnosis, and treatment provided and surgical procedure
performed. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 13136 | Devine | 2018-042 | 07/31/2018 | Compounding Drugs; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During
a
June 21, 2017 on-site inspection by the board, board staff
observed Respondent leave a lockbox containing controlled
substances (ketamine and beuthanasia) open and unattended with
the key inserted for ~10 minutes. The inspection also revealed
that Respondent compounded drugs for which there was an
FDA-approved, commercially available alternative. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Jurisprudence Examination | |
| 8897 | Frisco | 2017-241 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
March
31, 2017, an 8-year-old Netherland Dwarf rabbit named Koala Bear
was presented to Respondent for a follow-up examination
regarding gastrointestinal stasis. Respondent sedated Koala Bear
to perform lab work and xrays. Two veterinary assistants took
the xrays while Respondent was in the room. Respondent then
directed a veterinary assistant to hold Koala Bear in a towel
while Respondent unsuccessfully attempted to draw blood from the
jugular. Koala Bear was sedate but rousable during this process.
Respondent stated that she was not satisfied with one of the
xrays, so she took another. The second one showed a spinal
fracture, although Respondent did not note this. Koala Bear was
still sleepy when the client took her home. Upon arriving home,
the client noted that Koala Bear was only using her front legs,
and her hind legs were not moving. The following morning, she
telephoned Respondent who recommended Koala Bear be brought back
for examination. The client presented Koala Bear to a different
veterinarian at a different facility who performed xrays which
revealed L5-L6 luxation and a possible L5 fracture. Koala Bear
was given supportive treatment but died on April 4. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 12160 | Weatherford | 2017-058 | 07/31/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board while Respondent
was hospitalized, it was discovered that Respondent's written
controlled substance log did not include a recorded balance on
hand for some controlled substances kept at her facility. At the
time of the inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and
ordered controlled substances for the facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 14463 | San Antonio | 2017-162 | 07/31/2018 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Professional Standard of Care | On
October
21, 2016, a 14-year-old toy fox terrier named Bella was
presented to Respondent for diarrhea. After waiting ~1 hour and
being told he would have to reschedule, the client left Bella at
the facility at ~1:30p to be seen when Respondent became
available. Respondent stated she was running behind that day and
was not aware of Bella's condition. At ~5p, Respondent found
Ella in sternal recumbency with her head up and diarrhea present
in the kennel. She noted that Bella was very ill, slightly
hypothermic, dehydrated, with blood-tinged diarrhea. She cleaned
Bella and placed her on a heated warmer with blankets. At
~5:45p, Respondent called the client to inform her that the
facility was closing and Bella needed to be transferred to an
emergency hospital. The client immediately presented Bella to an
emergency hospital where Bella was given supportive treatments
but continued to decline and was humanely euthanized the next
day. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4771 | Bandera | 2018-043 | 05/21/2018 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs On Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Ordered Prescription for Animal Without Establishing a V-C-P Relationship; Provided Assistance to Another for Practicing Veterinary Medicine Without a License | Between
January
2015 and January 2017, Respondent prescribed ketamine to an
individual for his private contract game capture business.
Respondent had no direct relationship with the animals or their
owners. On January 1, 2017, the individual was stopped by a
Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Warden and found to be in
possession of unlabeled bottles containing ketamine. The next
day, Respondent faxed a letter to the Game Warden stating that
the individual was his client. Respondent acknowledged
prescribing numerous drugs throughout the years including a
compound containing butorphanol tartrate, azaperone tartrate,
and medetomidine, sucostrin, xylazine, and a compound containing
medetomidine and ketamine. During an on-site inspection by the
board on February 23, 2017, Respondent was unable to produce a
controlled substance log but had ketaset, euthanasia,
medetomidine/ketamine compound, and telazol on hand. The next
day, Respondent provided board staff with a print-out from an
electronic controlled substance log that did not have an
accurate balance on hand for three of the controlled substances.
The inspection also revealed that Respondent stored controlled
substances in an unsecured wooden cabinet. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation for duration; $3,000 admin. penalty | |
| 11666 | San Antonio | 2017-222 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
December
9, 2016, a 3-month-old Lab mix rescue puppy named Rascal was
treated for worms. Rascal had white markings on his feet. On
December 23, he had a follow up appointment and was given flea
prevention, teh DAPP vaccination, a fecal examination, and
additional dewormer. On Janary 16, 2017, Rascal was presented
again for additional examination regarding the worms and
laptprosis. Respondent diagnosed demodectic mange and prescribed
ivermectin at a dose escalatin from 50 mcg/kg to 400 mcg/kg in 2
weeks. Herding breeds often have white markings on their feet
and can be susceptible to ivermectin toxicity. On February 9,
Rascal began showing signs of disorientation, loss of muscle
control, and seizures. The client called Respondent who referred
Rascal to an emergency facility. During this conversation, the
client said that Rascal had recently been given a dose of
Comfortis that was prescribed for another dog in the household.
The client and Respondent dispute whether Respondent had
previously advised that Rascal could be given Comfortis. The
client presented Rascal to an emergency hospital. Differential
diagnoses included encephalitis secondary to large doses of
ivermectin, concurrent administration of spinosad and
ivermectin, or a combination of the two. Rascal was treated with
intravenous fluids, benzodiazepines, muscle relaxants, and lipid
emulsion, but died on February 10. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 14576 | El Paso | 2018-044 | 07/31/2018 | Unauthorized Treatment | On
February
24, 2017, a 4-year-old Yorkshire terrier named Chipper was
presented to Respondent for boarding and dental cleaning. The
client requested that Respondent contact her or her husband
before removing any teeth. Respondent removed four of Chipper's
teeth without authorization. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8418 | Centerville | 2017-012 | 01/16/2018 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Direct Responsibility to Client; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention | Respondent
worked
as an independent contractor for Trans Ova Genetics providing
services including embryo transfer, ultrasound-guided
transvaginal oocyte aspiration, non-surgical embryo flushing,
and ultrasound pregnancy checking and processing. Respondent
agreed to provide the necessary leve of supervision and follow
up care for these procedures. Respondent provided his license
number to Trans Ova to be used to order prescription drugs.
Trans Ova is not owned solely by veterinarians licensed in the
State of Texas. On December 3, 2015, a non-licensed employee of
Trans Ova performed an epidural and oocyte aspiration procedure
on a Beefmaster cow. Respondent was present on property but did
not examine the donor or supervise the procedure. The donor had
difficulty recovering. Respondent was not asked to examine or
treat her until the following day when he provided medical care
and treatment and referred her to another veterinarian for
further diagnostics and treatment. She was later transported to
Texas A&M where xrays showed multiple ruptured stifle
ligaments. The owner made the decision to euthanize the cow and
was not aware that a veterinarian was not providing the Trans
Ova services. On January 11, 2016, the same non-veterinarian
employee performed an oocyte collection on a cow when Respondent
was not present on property. This cow exhibited lameness upon
returning to the owner's property. Respondent discussed possible
differentials with the owner by telephone and recommended the
cow be transferred to a local veterinarian. The cow was later
transferred and euthanized. Respondent did not create medical
records for this cow. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7643 | Ft. Worth | 2017-100 | 10/23/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
April
23, 2016, a 6-month-old Labrador retriever named Remi was
presented to Respondent for an examination following a spay
procedure. Respondent examined Remi and directed a technician to
convey instructions to the client to restrict Remi's activity.
During the visit, the client expressed concern about small white
bumps on Remi's lips and tongue. Respondent gave a differential
diagnosis of transmissible venereal tumors and recommended that
Remi be scheduled for a more complete work-up, but this
recommendation does not appear in the medical records. During
the course of the investigation, board staff received several
sets of medical records from Respondent. They lacked necessary
details. Respondent acknowledged that he did nton create
detailed medical procedures that he considered routine or
uneventful. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11235 | Pilot Point | 2017-073 | 10/23/2018 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
June
10, 2016, a 20-year-old Quarter horse named Shorty was presented
to Respondent because Shorty was retaining hair and lethargic.
The client authorized testing for Cushing's disease, blood work,
and a stool sample. Respondent's medical records do not include
any details of the examination or patient's history. The client
called on June 14 and 17, but the results weren't back yet. On
June 21, she sent a text message requesting the results.
Respondent texted back that Shorty was "on the low end of having
Cushing's" and that medication would "probably" help. The client
asked about the stool sample and blood work, and Respondent said
that they were okay. The client then said she could pick up the
medicine if Respondent left instructions at the front desk. The
client later asked if the medicine was ready, but Respondent
didn't reply. She dispensed Pergolide and the client picked it
up. Respondent never contacted the client to explain the
diagnosis or discuss treatment options. Respondent's medical
records do not include necessary details. |
Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2974 | Stratford | 2018-046 | 07/31/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During
a May 9, 2017 on-site inspection by the board of
a boarding facility, Respondent did not have a
controlled substance log but had euthanasia and ketamine on
hand. During a May 12, 2017 on-site inspection by the board of a
veterinary hospital owned by Respondent, he did not have an
accurate balance on hand. At the time of the inspection,
Respondent had ketamine, euthanasia, and telazol on hand.
Respondent held a DEA registration for the veterinary hospital
and ordered controlled substances for the facility. The
inspection of the hospital also revealed that controlled
substances were not being stored securely. Both inspections
revealed that Respondent's medical records did not include
necessary details. Respondent had prior violations of a similar
nature. |
Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 7460 | Crandall | 2017-010 | 04/10/2018 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Continuing Education | During
a
September 24, 2015 on-site inspection by the board, it was
discovered that Respondent's controlled substance log was being
kept at her residence. When board inspectors returned on October
29, Respondent said that she did not keep a controlled substance
log until September 24. Respondent then provided board staff
with her log. The estimated balance on hand for tramadol had
been updated more than 4 weeks prior (on September 24). At the
time of the initial inspection, Respondent held a DEA license
and ordered controlled substances for the facility. She
subsequently surrendered her DEA license. Respondent had prior
violations of a similar nature. Respondent was also unable to
provide proof of 11 of the 17 required continuing education
hours for calendar year 2012. At the time she renewed her
license, she indicated that she had obtained all 17 hours.
During August 2015, Respondent stored diazepam and phenobarbital
at her residence. The controlled substances were not securely
stored, and her residence was not a registered address for
storing controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $3,500 admin. penalty; 11 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 4002 | Waskom | 2017-159 | 04/10/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing;Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
August
3, 2016, a 1-year-old Blue Heeler named JJ Blue was presented to
Respondent for a neuter procedure. The client informed
Respondent that JJ had a retained testicle. She was told JJ
could be picked up on August 5. Respondent's medical records do
not include any informtion to docuent that a pre-operative
examination was performed. They state that he ligated both
testicular arteries and noted the intra-abdominal testicle was
"deep and tight." The client telephoned the clinic a few times
to check in and was told he was recovering well and that she
could pick him up as scheduled. During the late afternoon of
August 4, JJ Blue collapsed when a technician placed him in a
run. Respondent stated that he examined JJ Blue and observed
signs of a possible blood clot and stroke. He administered
dexamethasone and ketofen but JJ Blue did not respond well.
About 2 hours after collapsing, JJ Blue ate and drank a small
amount but then vomited. Respondent did not inform the client of
JJ Blue's condition. The next morning (August 5), JJ Blue was
unresponsive and later died. Respondent called the client ~8a to
inform her. She retrieved JJ Blue's body and presented him to a
different veterinarian for a necropsy. She diagnosed the cause
of death as exsanguination into the abdominal cavity from a torn
vessel. She opined that the vessel was ruptured by aggressive
probing for the retained testicle. Respondent had multiple prior
board orders for similar violations. |
Formal Reprimand; $5,000 admin. penalty; 4 yr. stayed suspension; Probation for duration; Other specific terms as set forth in agreed order; 17 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 5916 | Amarillo | 2017-149 2017-150 2017-151 2017-152 |
10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care x
4; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping x 4; Responsibility
of a Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Unauthorized Treatment |
Between
May
27, 2016 and June 13, 2016, Respondent operated on 4 different
animals: neuter procedures of an 8-month-old dog named Odin and
a 1-year-old cat named Smokey Blue as well as spay procedures of
a 1-year-old cat named Smokey Blue and a 7-year old dog named
Star. All had serious complications (detailed further in the
board order) necessitating intervention by other veterinarians
and two died. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation for duration; Other specific terms as set forth in agreed order; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9425 | Kountze | 2018-050 | 07/31/2018 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On
February
7, 2017, a 1-year-old cat named Attie was presented to
Respondent for a spay procedure and ear cleaning. After
Respondent performed the spay procedure, he directed a
veterinary assistant to perform the ear cleaning while Attie
awoke from anesthesia. Respondent's medical records didn't
contain necessary details. On February 8, when the client picked
up Attie, she was advised by another veterinarian that Attie's
left pupil was larger than the right because they had brushed up
against a nerve during the ear cleaning. On February 9, the
client observed that Attie's third eyelid was covering most of
her eye which was watery and swollen, and she was having
difficulty walking. She contacted the facility and was told this
was normal. Later that day, Attie was presented to a different
veterinarian at a different clinic who advised her that the ear
cleaning may have damaged a nerve. He diagnosed Attie with
Horner's syndrome and administered a steroid shot and oral
antibiotics. On February 12, Attie's condition had not improved.
She was vomiting, would fall while walking, would seldom eat or
drink, and would shake her head. On February 13, Attie was
presented to another veterinarian who diagnosed her with a
ruptured tympanic membrane. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin penalty | |
| 10235 | Ft. Worth | 2018-001 | 04/10/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
October
18, 2015, a 6-month-old male cat named Salem was presented to
Respondent for a front declaw procedure. Salem had previously
been neutered. A few hours after dropping Salem off, the client
was again contacted by the facility informing her Salem would
need to stay overnight. The next day, when the client arrived to
pick up Salem, she was told by staff that Respondent had
mistakenly attempted to perform a spay procedure. Respondent
stated that the staff member who completed Salem's intake
paperwork mistakenly indicated that Salem was a female
presenting for a spay procedure and declaw. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 12190 | College Station | 2017-213 | 05/14/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
November
28, 2016, a 9-year-old Lhasa Apso named Raisin was presented to
Respondent for a wellness screening before proceeding with a
dental cleaning and extractions. Respondent stated that there
were no contraindications, so Raisin was scheduled for a dental
appointment on December 6. Clavamox was prescribed and dispense
a day prior. Respondent noted that the clients had declined
pre-anesthetic blood work because Raisin's senior wellness
diagnostics had been performed 8 days prior. At 10:15a Raisin
was premedicated. Respondent completed the dental procedure at
11:15a, and the tracheal tube was removed at 11:30a. The
anesthesia medicine was not reversed. Respondent stated that
Raisin was monitored and checked every 10 minutes for the
following hour, then every 20 minutes thereafter. Respondent
stated that at ~1p, Raisin became severely bradycardic with no
palpable reflex present. Attempts were made to resuscitate
Raisin; however, she was pronounced deceased at 1:30p.
Respondent did not have epinephrine in the facility and thus did
not use it during resuscitative attempts. The clients were
notified of Raisin's complications and passing. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin penalty; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 11165 | McAllen | 2017-243 | 10/23/2018 | Professional Standard of Care | On
April
11, 2017, a 10-year-old Dachshund named Walter ate 6 bags of dog
treats. Walter was diabetic, so the client performed a glucose
check and administered insulin. She then phoned Walter's regular
veterinarian. He advised that Walter be given more insulin and
water in small amounts. Walter had not improved by 5p, so the
veterinarian advised the client to take him to an emergency
facility. Walter was presented to Respondent there at ~5:26p and
found to be in critical condition. Blood work showed that Walter
had high potassium levels. Respondent informed the client that
Walter was critical and recommended hospitalization. She agreed.
Respondent administered IV fluids, IV antibiotics, and
antinausea medicine. Respondent did not re-run blood work or an
electrolyte panel prior to adminstering potassium chloride after
starting Walter on plain fluids. Walter went into cardiac arrest
at ~12a on April 12. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
| 2017 |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Ashley,
Timothy M. Timothy Ashley DVM |
4806 | Wichita Falls | 2017-137; 2017-141 |
10/10/2017 | Veterinarian
Patient
Record Keeping; Rules of Professional Conduct |
Respondent's medical records of July 2, 2016, do not include details necessary to substantiate or document the examination and diagnosis of 15-year-old dog Sugar, including pulse and heart rate. Respondent's medical records of June 13, 2016, indicate that he removed “material” from 14-year-old dog Gidget's teeth, but do not include details describing the material or Respondent's diagnosis. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE in Patient Record Keeping |
| Axtell, Paul Paul Axtell DVM |
8511 | Johnson City | 2017-194 | 12/05/2017 | Professional
Standard
of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping |
On May 20, 2016, two-year-old dog Bella was presented to Respondent for cystotomy procedure to remove bladder stones. Following the surgery, a heating pad was used on Bella. On May 23, 2016, owner noticed oozing spots on Bella's back and presented Bella to Respondent. Respondent's medical records do not contain any description of the oozing spots or discussion of possible causes and recommended treatments on that day. On May 27, 2016, Bella's back had turned dark and she appeared to be in pain. Owner presented Bella to South Texas Veterinary Specialists in San Antonio, where the veterinarian there concluded that Bella's injuries were consistent with a burn. Bella required surgical intervention to treat her injuries. Respondent discarded the heating pad that had been used on Bella, purchases a continuous controlled air heating system, and implemented new protocols. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE in Patient Record Keeping |
| Ballinger,
Robert Robert Ballinger DVM |
5443 | Canyon | 2017-188 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that on January 19, 2013, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated and the unlawful carrying of a weapon. Respondent pleaded no contest and completed a deferred adjudication program. Respondent did not report the arrest or charges to the Board. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Bello, Carl Carl Bello DVM |
12676 | Austin | 2017-111 | 12/05/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On May 1, 2015, Respondent presented an application for reinstatement of his veterinary license to the Board. On the application, Respondent responded “No” to the question, “Have you ever been charged with, convicted of, or indicted for a criminal offense not including violations of the transportation code?” A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on July 3, 2012, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. The charges were later dismissed. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Belmares,
Ellaina Ellaina Belmares DVM |
12329 | Terrell | 2016-115 | 03/28/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On September 23, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Terrell Veterinary Center in Terrell, Texas. The inspection revealed that the balance on hand in the controlled substance log had last been updated more than four weeks before the inspection. Respondent had utilized controlled substances during that time period. Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Bennett, Joel Joel Bennett DVM |
6182 | Kerrville | 2017-165 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on September 19, 2016, Respondent was arrested and charged with assault. Respondent did not report this charge to the Board.. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Blue, Diarra Diarra Blue DVM |
12985 | Cypress | 2016-070 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On September 23, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Cy Fair Animal Hospital in Cypress, Texas. The inspection revealed that the facility did not have a controlled substance log for hydromorphone. At the time of the inspection, the facility had 20mls of hydromorphone on hand. The inspection also revealed that Respondent did not have accurate balances on hand for a variety of substances including butorphanol, diazepam, and telazol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Blue, Diarra Diarra Blue DVM |
12985 | Cypress | 2017-104 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | In the case of male English Bulldog Zeus left for boarding on July 16, 2016, at Cy-Fair Animal Hospital in Cypress, Texas, owner had requested that neuter surgery scheduled for July 18, 2016, be performed by Michael Lavigne DVM. An unnamed technician placed the dog on the surgery board for July 16, 2016, and assigned the surgery to Respondent, who was the veterinarian on surgery duty that day. Respondent performed a physical examination of Zeus, but did not review Zeus's patient records. After pre-medication and anesthetization, Respondent requested that Dr. Lavigne assist him by either completing a dental procedure that Respondent had begun or by performing Zeus's surgery. Dr. Lavigne elected to perform Zeus's surgery. As Respondent prepared to go into surgery, Dr. Lavigne could not detect a heartbeat. Dr. Lavigne and Respondent attempted resuscitation for approximately 35 minutes, but could not revive Zeus. The medical records do not indicate that Dr. Lavigne assisted Respondent in providing this care and treatment to Zeus. Blood was drawn prior to pre-medication and anesthetization, but it was not processed before the surgery began. Thus, Respondent did not review any bloodwork prior to authorizing Zeus to be anesthetized for surgery. At approximately 2 p.m., Respondent telephoned owner to inform her that Zeus had died. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE in Recordkeeping |
| Brinlee,
Jason Jason Brinlee DVM |
11687 | Bryan | 2017-087 | 05/08/2017 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | On October 20, 2016, Respondent signed a new 5- year PAP (Peer Assistance Program) Support Agreement. Respondent surrendered his DEA registration on October 27, 2016. For the first 12 months following the effective date of this Order (March 27, 2017), Respondent shall limit his practice of veterinary medicine to practices that do not involve controlled substances. Respondent shall have not access to controlled substances during this period and Respondent shall practice only under the general supervision of a licensed veterinarian. For the duration of the PAP contract, Respondent shall abstain from the consumption of or intentional exposure to prohibited substances, except as prescribed by a physician to Respondent for legitimate and documented therapeutic purposes. Any such prescribed substances must be reported to the PAP. | 12 mos. limit practice to no controlled substances; 12 mos. practice under supervision of licensed veterinarian; Re-evaluation after 12 mos.; Submit quarterly reports; Complete 5 year peer assistance contract, Submit to periodic screenings |
| Butler,
Bethany Bethany Butler DVM |
12058 | Weatherford | 2017-018 | 12/05/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On March 21, 2016, Board investigators conducted a compliance inspection of Bowie Drive Animal Hospital in Bowie, Texas. Respondent was part-time relief veterinarian at the Hospital, and had worked there exclusively since December 2015. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate total balance on hand for any of the controlled substances, because the owner kept a drug log that lacked a “balance on hand” column. Without this information, Respondent could not accurately determine whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Charboneau-McInnis,
Janine Janine Charboneau-McInnis DVM |
5423 | Dallas | 2015-184 | 12/05/2017 | Animal Cruelty | On April 23, 2015 respondent was convicted of the misdemeanor offense of Cruelty to Non-livestock Animals / Failure to provide. | 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation for duration; Follow all terms listed in Final Decision; 6 hrs. add'l CE. |
| Chriestmon,
Jennifer Jennifer Chriestmon DVM |
13660 | Houston | 2017-113 | 05/08/2017 | Default on Student Loan |
On October 27, 2016, the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation (“TGSLC”) notified the Board that Respondent was in default on repayment of a student loan. On December 22, 2016, the TGSLC notified the Board that Respondent was no longer in default on repayment of the student loan. | Informal Reprimand |
| Cloninger,
Toni Toni Cloninger DVM |
7326 | Southlake | 2017-189 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that on November 29, 2015, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. The charge is still pending. Respondent did not report the arrest or charge to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Connolly,
Michael Michael Connolly DVM |
4092 | Nacogdoches | 2017-125 | 05/08/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On March 22, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Connolly Animal Hospital in Nacogdoches, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for hydromorphone. Because of this inaccuracy, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Dearixon,
Wendy Wendy Dearixon DVM |
6799 | Dallas | 2017-114 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On March 29, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site investigation of Respondent at Vickery Place Animal Hospital in Dallas, Texas. The inspection revealed that the balance on hand in the controlled substance log had last been updated more than four weeks before the inspection, on January 1, 2016. Respondent had utilized controlled substances approximately three times during that time period. Because the balance on hand was not being maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty |
| Dyes,
Jonathan Jonathan Dyes DVM |
7446 | Fredericksburg | 2017-008 | 03/28/2017 | Veterinarian
Patient
Record Keeping |
On December 30, 2015, a feline named Lexi was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. Respondent's medical records did not include concentration or routes of administration for drugs administered, details to document the exam and the surgery performed, nor the name of the veterinarian who performed the surgery. The medical records also did not indicate that reproductive organs were not seen during the procedure. Respondent violated Rule 573.52 of the Board's Rules of Professional Conduct , by failing to make complete medical records. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE recordkeeping |
| England,
Timothy Timothy England DVM |
6410 | Cedar Hill | 2017-115 | 05/08/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history ceck by the Board's investigators revealed that on September 25, 2015, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Respondent was convicted on March 31, 2016. Respondent did not report the charge or the conviction to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Espy, Shannon Shannon Espy DVM |
8530 | San Antonio | 2017-167 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that Respondent was arrested on September 23, 2014, and charged with assault causing bodily injury to a spouse. She was later arrested on March 17, 2015, in regards to the same crime. Both charges were later dismissed. Respondent did not report either charge to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Falgout, John John Falgout DVM |
7260 | Beaumont | 2016-162 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 1, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Beaumont West Animal Care in Beaumont, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or diazepam. Because of these and other inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
| Ferrazzano,
K.C. K.C. Ferrazzano DVM |
13485 | Round Rock | 2017-106 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility to Refer a Case | Owners believed that their pregnant dog Zoe had been immediately admitted for surgery at Emergency Pet Care of Round Rock where Respondent was scheduled to be the only veterinarian present at the facility that night. Respondent performed an ultrasound that showed a fetal heart rate of approximately 80bpm, and radiographs which showed that the puppy was breech. Respondent then placed Zoe in a kennel, instructed technicians to monitor her, and attended to two other emergency patients. Respondent did not refer owners to another facility or veterinarian to perform the C-section immediately. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs CE in emergency critical care; Restitution $1,345.35 |
| Fuller, Mark Mark Fuller DVM |
7518 | Bryan | 2017-138 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On June 27, 2016, owner presented his 14-year-old Basset hound Miles to Respondent to be euthanized. Respondent administered pentobarbital with a 20 gauge needle. When the injection was given, Miles raised his head and howled. The vocalization was a reaction to the barbiturates administered, rather than a conscious expression of pain or suffering. Following the incident, Respondent consulted with numerous other veterinarians and modified his euthanasia protocol to prevent future vocalizations that may distress clients. | Informal Reprimand |
| Garcia,
Andrew Andrew Garcia DVM |
14283 | Ft. Worth | 2017-116 | 03/28/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Respondent was issued a veterinary license on May 13, 2016. On April 21, 2016, Respondent was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated. Respondent did not report the charge to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Garrett,
Larry Larry Garrett DVM |
10920 | Ft. Worth | 2017-126 | 05/08/2017 | Default on Student Loan |
On October 11, 2016, the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation (“TGSLC”) notified the Board that Respondent was in default on repayment of a student loan. On November 28, 2016, Respondent submitted a response stating that she fell into default because she did not renew her income-based loan application. On Novembr 4, 2016, Respondent signed an Order of Withholding from Earnings agreement with TGSLC. | Informal Reprimand |
| Gilbertson,
Michelle Kay Michelle Gilbertson DVM |
14676 | 2017-123 | 04/04/2017 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Dishonest or Illegal Practice; Subject to Disciplinary Action in Another Jurisdiction | On January 19, 2017, Respondent presented an application for a veterinary license to the Board. On the application, Respondent disclosed a history of chemical dependency, criminal convictions, and related disciplinary action by the California Veterinary Medical Board. In May of 2016, Respondent voluntarily entered into the Board's Peer Assistance Program. | 5 year stayed suspension. Probation for 5 years. 5 year contract with Peer Assistance Program | |
| Givens,
Carrie Carrie Givens DVM |
12485 | Austin | 2017-170 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that on May 6, 2012, Respondent was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Respondent had previously admitted an application for licensure to the Board on February 13, 2012. Respondent did not report this arrest to the Board, nor did she amend her licensure application to relfect the charges. Respondent later pled guilty to the charges, and completed her obligations to the Court. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Glover, Todd Todd Glover DVM |
12095 | Santa Fe | 2017-163 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on April 7, 2014 and July 28, 2016, Respondent was arrested and charged with arrest and burglary, respectively. Respondent did not report either of these charges to the Board. Both charges were later dismissed. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Grant, Scott Scott Grant DVM |
6995 | League City | 2017-192 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Continuing Education | On February 10, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at New Concept Veterinary Center in League City, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, torbutrol, and tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not accurately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Additionally, during the February 10, 2016, inspection, Respondent was unable to provide proof of the minimum required continuing education hours for calendar years 2013, 2014, and 2015. | Formal Reprimand; $5,000 admin. penalty; Complete add'l 51 hours CE |
| Harris,
Stephen Stephen Harris DVM |
5308 | Austin | 2017-071 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Observance of Confidentiality; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On July 2016, owner brought 8-year-old tabby cat Maggie to respondent for dental cleaning and extractions. No dental radiographs were taken before or after the procedure. Respondent did not create tissue flaps and suture the sockets closed. Respondents medical records do not include notations of which teeth were extracted or any other operative details. Respondents medical records did not include any information about pain management medication instructions. Respondent did not provide written discharge instructions to owner. On July 2, 2016, owner submitted an unfavorable review of Respondent's clinic on a public website. Respondent answered the review on the website, including details of Maggie's teeth upon examination and the procedures followed during Maggie's surgery. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Complete add'l 6 hours CE in dentistry |
| Haydel, Elton Elton Haydel DVM |
6907 | Lake Jackson | 2017-070 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On June 3, 2015, owners brought three-year-old dog Niurka to Respondent to be spayed. Surgery was completed at 1:20 pm. Respondent continued to monitor Niurka's post-operative recovery for several hours. Respondent did not offer exploratory surgery or perform further diagnostics to check for internal bleeding. At 5 pm Niurka was not stable enough to return home, and Respondent recommended that she be transferred to an Emergency Clinic for further monitoring. While preparing for transport, Niurka became agonal and coded. After one successful revival, she went into cardiac arrest and died. A port-mortem necropsy revealed that the cause of death was post-surgical intra-abdominal bleeding. The necropsy showed that no sutures remained on either ovarian pedicle, indicating they likely slipped post-surgery. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Complete add'l 3 hours CE in soft tissue surgery |
| Hellstern,
Hillary Hillary Hellstern DVM |
12298 | Dallas | 2017-103 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | Respondent took abdominal radiographs of four-year-old dog Maximus who was brought on Saturday, June 18, to the Emergency Animal Clinic in Richardson, Texas. Respondent consulted with three other veterinarians regarding the radiographs. Respondent told owner that Maximus had possible splenic or mesenteric torsion and advised owner that Maximus needed immediate surgery and had only a 2% chance of survival. Respondent further advised that if owner did not consent to surgery, then Respondent recommended euthanasia. Respondent did not offer any further diagnostics or recommend any alternative courses of treatment. Owner declined surgery and euthanasia and told Respondent she would take Maximum home and bring him to a different veterinarian the following Monday. Respondent advised against this and required owner to sign an “Against Medical Advice Release” form. On June 20, 2016, owner took Maximum to a different veterinarian at a different facility, who stated that Respondent's radiographs showed significant gas in the gastrointestinal tract but could not discern torsion or intussusception. Maximus was diagnosed with non-specific gastroenteritis or exocrine pancreatic insufficiency and prescribed metronidazole. Maximum made a full recovery. Respondent has voluntarily obtained continuing education in radiography and ultrasound. Respondent has also voluntarily worked with a communications coach to improve her client communications. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hester,
William William Hester DVM |
3418 | Rosenburg | 2017-175 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 23, 2017, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Rosenburg Veterinary Clinic in Rosenburg, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log. Additionally, at the time of the inspection, the facility had numerous expired controlled substances on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
| Jarmon, Lloyd Lloyd Jarmon DVM |
4251 | Houston | 2017-166 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on July 6, 2016, Respondent was arrested and charged for possession of marijuana. Respondent did not report this charge to the Board. Respondent later agreed to a reduced charge of possession of drug paraphernalia. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Jehl, Lauri Lauri Jehl DVM |
6823 | San Antonio | 2017-148 | 12/05/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On March 22, 2016, owner presented her five-uear-old cat Pussy Willow to Respondent to Alamo Hills Animal Hospital in San Antonio for grooming. Approximately 40 minutes after staff's attempts to bathe the very agitated cat, the staff observed blood coming from the cat's mouth. Respondent stated that the cat was too distressed to be handled and did not administer any pain medication at that time. Respondent states that she examined Pussy Willow an hour after her staff noticed the blood, while owner states that Respondent told her it was two-and-a-half to three hours before Pussy Willow was examined. On March 23, 2016, owner presented Pussy Willow to another veterinarian who confirmed that Pussy Willow had broken a tooth and performed surgery to remove the root. | Informal Reprimand |
| Jimenez,
Eduardo Eduardo Jimenez DVM |
8658 | Houston | 2017-096 | 12/05/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On August 3, 2016, owner presented her three-year-old chocolate Labrador Callie to Respondent for limping and a swollen right front paw. After various diagnostics and treatments, Respondent's technician expressed concern to owner regarding Respondent's care and treatment of Callie; the technician recommended that owner get a second opinion. On August 24, 2016, owner presented Callie to another veterinarian who recommended a culture and sensitivity test but was unable to perform it that day. On August 28, owner presented Callie to yet another veterinarian who performed a culture and sensitivity test. On September 2, 2017, owner was given the final results of the culture and sensitivity test. Callie was positive for MRSA, pseudomonas aeruginosa, and klebsiella pnuemonaie. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Johnson,
Christina Christina Johnson DVM |
7559 | Wolfforth | 2015-130 | 12/05/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | In the cases of four-year-old gelding horse named Dundee of Wolfforth, Texas; and two-year-old female Blue Heeler canine named Lilly of Lubbock, Texas: Both were presented to Respondent at Animal Medical of Wolforth. Subsequently, both received care and treatments from second opinion veterinarians. Respondent has violated Board Rule 573.22 of the Board's Rules of Professional Conduct. Respondent has violated Section 801.402(6) of the Veterinary Licensing Act, Texas Occupations Code. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE in equine medicine |
| Jousan, Mark Mark Jousan DVM |
10118 | Center | 2017-128 | 05/08/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On March 22, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Shelby Veterinary Associates in Center, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or torbugesic. The controlled substance log showed inaccuracies. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not accurately monitor whether diversion was occurring. The inspection also revealed that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log for the 5 mls of ketamine/dexdomitor mixture on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Kendall,
Jonathan Jonathan Kendall DVM |
5760 | Salado | 2017-035 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 21, 2016, Board investigators conducted an inspection of Salado Veterinary Hospital, in Salado, Texas. At the time of the investigation, Salado Veterinary Hospital was owned by Dr. Jonathan Kendall, DVM, and he was the DEA registrant ordering controlled substances for the facility. Salado Veterinary Hospital was sold to Dr. Aaron Schultze, DVM on January 29, 2016. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate controlled substances log for ketamine, tramadol, and euthasol. Without accurate balances available, Respondent could not accurately determine whether diversion was occurring. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Kline,
Lindsay Lindsay Kline DVM |
13508 | Houston | 2016-127 | 05/08/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On April 4, 2015, owner presented male six-year-old canine Pomeranian Icy to Respondent at Banfield Hospital (“the Clinic”) for a dental procedure. Pre-anesthetic blood work was done for a complete blood count (CBC), biochemistry panel, and electrolyte panel. Respondent asked the technician to rerun the sample after noting that the platelet count was below reference range. Respondent stated that the second CBC rendered values within normal limits, but the medical records do not reflect this statement. Respondent did not perform a manual platelet count. Respondent then performed the dental procedure. Upon picking up Icy later that day, owner was not informed of the abnormal test results. After symptoms on April 5-7 observed by the owner that Icy was not back to normal, owner telephoned the Clinic on April 6 and was told that it usually takes three days for a pet to return to normal after a procedure. On April 7 the owner phoned the Clinic and was informed that there were no available appointments for a week. After visits to other veterinarians at Forest West Animal Clinic (FWAC) where Icy received a blood transfusion and North Houston Veterinary Specialist Emergency Clinic for emergency care, owner returned to FWAC on April 10 to continue Icy's blood transfusion. Icy continued to decline and was euthanized. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Restitution $61.69 |
| Knowlton,
Brooke Brooke Knowlton DVM |
12504 | Cibolo | 2017-190 | 10/10/2017 | Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | On February 24, 2016, owner presented her French bulldog Jean Pierre to Respondent at Cibolo Small Animal Hospital in Cibolo Texas for a dental cleaning. Owner signed a release indicating her understanding that the extractions may be recommended by the treating veterinarian. During the procedure, Respondent extracted ten teeth. Respondent did not contact the owner to discuss the condition of Jean Pierre's teeth revealed by the procedures, or to obtain authorization for the extractions. | Informal Reprimand |
| Kobuszewski,
Denise Denise Kobuszewski DVM |
15117 |
Irving | 2017-009 | 10/10/2017 | Subject to Disciplinary Action in Another Jurisdiction | Respondent applied for a Texas veterinary license on March 15, 2017. On her application, Respondent disclosed that she had previously been the subject of disciplinary action by the Kansas Board of Veterinary Examiners. On April 30, 2003, the Kansas Board of Veterinary Examiners approved a settlement agreement and consent order (“the Order”) with Respondent that resulted in Respondent's veterinary license and veterinary premise registration were suspended for two years. Following the suspension, Respondent was placed on probation for thirteen years. Respondent was fined $54,000. | 1 yr stayed suspension; 1 yr probation |
| Kruse, Kevin Kevin Kruse DVM |
6461 |
Killeen | 2016-187 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Rules of Professional Conduct | On May 13, 2016, owners presented 8-year-old canine Blue Heeler named Casey to Respondent for lack of appetite. Casey was 55 days pregnant. Respondent examined Casey and offered to perform radiographs but owner declined. Respondent did not indicate this recommendation in the medical records, nor did Respondent include Casey’s temperature in the records. On the evening of May 15 owner called Respondent to report symptoms including green discharge which darkened over time and owner called Respondent again. Respondent discussed the possibility of performing a C-section that night but told owner that he would require payment of $1500 in full at the time of service. Owner declined because she was unable to provide payment in full that evening. Respondent did not refer Ms. Schwab to another veterinarian or emergency facility. On the morning of May 16 owner presented Casey to another veterinarian who found Casey to be septic and was late giving birth due to the infection. That veterinarian delivered six dead puppies. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE in recordkeeping |
| Lange,
Douglas Douglas Lange DVM |
6716 | Dallas | 2017-183 | 12/05/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Rules of Professional Conduct | On August 31, 2015, owner presented to Respondent her 12-year-old Labrador mixed breed canine Taco for a splenectomy after referral from his regular veterinarian. A hemostat was left in Taco’s abdomen during the surgery. In the time between the surgery and December 2015, Taco displayed symptoms including labored breathing and pain. On December 21 Taco was presented to his regular veterinarian, who referred Taco for a liver ultrasound which revealed a mass. A radiograph was taken on January 18, 2016, revealing that the hemostat had been left inside Taco’s abdomen. The hemostat was surgically removed on January 19, 2016. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Layh, Dean Dean Layh DVM |
5324 | Denton | 2017-182 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 3, 2017, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Denton City Animal Hospital in Denton, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log for controlled substances on hand at the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
| Lippitt,
Alice Alice Lippitt DVM |
5656 | Arlington | 2016-001 | 03/28/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On May 6, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Arkansas Browning Veterinary Clinic in Arlington, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or valium. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty |
| Mapes, Edward Edward Mapes DVM |
11616 | McKinney | 2017-074 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On April 30, 2016, owner dropped off his two-year-old English Bulldog Spike to Respondent to examine a skin problem. Respondent’s medical records do not include details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatments recommended. Before Spike was picked up by owner, Spike had an unavoidable anaphylactic reaction to an antihistamine injection of diphenhydramine even though he had received those before without suffering allergic reaction. Respondent successfully stabilized Spike and took radiographs which revealed widespread pulmonary congestion. Respondent then recommended that Spike be transferred to an emergency facility for continued treatment. Respondent discharged Spike for transport with his trachea tube in place and IV fluid running. Neither Respondent or technician from Respondent’s clinic accompanied Spike in the transport. When Spike arrived at the emergency facility the trachea tube had been regurgitated and there was blood in the back of the vehicle. After approximately six hours of care at the emergency clinic, Spike recovered and was discharged. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE in recordkeeping |
| Mapes, Edward Edward Mapes DVM |
11616 | McKinney | 2017-147 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On December 19, 2016, owner presented her five-year-old cat Cooper to Respondent to have a dermal mass removed and a dental cleaning. Respondent’s medical records do not include details necessary to substantiate an examination, diagnosis or recommended treatments for Cooper. Respondent resected the tumor and technicians began cleaning Cooper’s teeth. During the dental procedure Cooper’s IV fluid was interrupted. The technician flushed the catheter with clear fluid, believing the syringe contained sterile saline but in fact contained Immiticide intended for a different patient with heartworm disease. The technician immediately notified Respondent of the mistake. Respondent increased the flow rate of IV fluids, drew another blood sample for analysis, and monitored Cooper. Cooper recovered from anesthetic, but his breathing rate decreased, he lost consciousness, and his heart stopped. Resuscitative efforts were unsuccessful. Respondent had not consulted any other sources for treatment, including Plumb’s Veterinary Drug Handbook (8th edition) which includes information on possible antidotes to Immiticide, nor did Respondent refer Cooper to a specialist or another veterinarian. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| McKinney,
Nelson Nelson McKinney DVM |
4208 | Dallas | 2016-077 | 01/23/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | On May 5, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at McKinney Animal Clinic in Dallas, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have a total balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, and butorphanol. On or about November 12, 2015, Respondent reported that 800 tramadol tablets were missing and that he believed that an employee had accessed the controlled substance storage area because the key to the storage area had not been properly secured. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
| Murry, Sable Sable Murry DVM |
13340 | Dallas | 2017-130 | 10/10/2017 | Use of Prescription Drugs; Existence of Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship; Board's Rules of Professional Conduct | On October 29, 2016, Respondent called in a prescription for alprazolam, an anxiety medication, for a technician's dog. Respondent did not examine the technician's dog or create any medical records. The technician later stated that the prescription was not intended for the dog, but for the technician's personal use. Respondent stated that she was not aware that the prescription was for the personal use of the technician. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; Jurisprudence examination |
| Navarro-Martinez,
Miguel Miguel Navarro-Martinez DVM |
10872 | San Antonio | 2017-202 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that on October 22, 2012, Respondent was investigated for driving while intoxicated. Respondent pleaded guilty to the charge. Respondent did not report his arrest to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Orso-Sims,
Claudia Claudia Orso-Sims DVM |
11225 | Houston | 2017-102 | 12/05/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Board's Rules of Professional Conduct | On May 19, owner presented his four-year-old German Shepherd Cookie to Respondent at Panda Wellness Cener for a spay procedure. The medical records indicate that the owner declined pre-surgical bloodwork and IV catheter fluids, but they do not include a patient history and Respondent was not aware that Cookie had delivered three previous litters. Cookie bled extensively during the procedure. Respondent stated that she performed transfixion ligatures but this is not included in the medical records. Respondent's medical records indicate the closure was routine. When owner arrived later that day to pick up Cookie he was informed that she had excessive bleeding from the midline incision. Respondent ran blood work and applied an abdominal bandage. Respondent stated that the blood work and physical examination indicated that there was no active bleeding and no need for immediate surgical intervention. Respondent recommended that Cookie be taken to North Houston Veterinary Specialists Center for 24-hour monitoring and diagnostics. On leaving, Cookie collapsed in the parking lot and the owner took Cookie to the nearest veterinary facility. The veterinarian there concluded she was bleeding internally and was in extreme hypovolumenic shock. When that veterinarian performed surgery he noted that Cookie's abdomen was overfilled with whole blood and many large blood clots. Cookie went into respiratory and cardiac arrest and did not respond to resuscitation attempts. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping; 3 hrs. add'l CE in critical care; Restitution $137 |
| Pearson,
Tiffany Tiffany Pearson DVM |
8958 | Amarillo | 2017-118 | 05/08/2017 | Default on Student Loan |
On April 4, 2016, the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation (“TGSLC”) notified the Board that Respondent was in default on repayment of a student loan. On May 23, 2016, the TGSLC notified the Board that Respondent was no longer in default on repayment of the student loan. | Informal Reprimand |
| Ross, Aubrey Aubrey Ross DVM |
12768 | Houston | 2016-071 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On September 23, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Cy Fair Animal Hospital in Cypress, Texas. The inspection revealed that the facility did not have a controlled substance log for hydromorphone. At the time of the inspection, the facility had 20mls of hydromorphone on hand. The inspection also revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for butorphanol, diazepam, or telazol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Scarmardo,
Sam Sam Scarmardo DVM |
3318 | College Station | 2017-232 | 10/10/2017 | Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care | On November 23, 2016, owners presented their dog Raisin to Respondent at Anderson Ridge Veterinary Hospital in College Station, Texas for a loose tooth. Respondent recommended that the tooth be removed. He later performed necessary blood work, determined that the results were normal, and recommended that they schedule the extraction procedure. Respondent ceased working at the facility on November 30, 2016, in anticipation of the sale of the practice. On December 6, 2016, owner dropped off Raisin at the facility for the extraction procedure, which another veterinarian performed. Raisin died as a result of complications during the procedure. Respondent did not inform the owners that he was selling his practice and that he would not be performing the treatment he recommended. | Informal Reprimand |
| Schaffer,
Deborah Deborah Schaffer DVM |
5215 | Dallas | 2017-145 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care | On April 5, 2016, owner presented her 12-year-old cat Purrl to Respondent at Veterinarians Dental A.S. in Dallas, Texas. After dental examination by Respondent, owner authorized Respondent to perform bloodwork, dental cleaning, necessary dental extractions, and other grooming procedures. Respondent performed pre-operative dental radiographs and did not perform post-operative dental radiographs. Respondent released Purrl to owner and dispensed Nalbuphine drops for post-operative pain management. Nalbuphine provides short-term pain management and is not a standard medication for pain management following multiple dental extractions. The owner continued to report symptoms and concerns to Respondent who directed her to syringe feed Purrl during recovery and to decrease Purrl's pain medicine by half. Owner was concerned that Purrl continued to be uncomfortable while eating on her own and was not behaving normally. On May 16, 2016, owner presented Purrl to another veterinarian for a dental examination. That veterinarian performed dental radiographs that revealed a retained root at the site of an extraction that Respondent performed. Surgery was performed by the second vet to remove the retained root. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE in dentistry; Restitution $499 |
| Schall,
Jeffrey Jeffrey Schall DVM |
8608 | Haslet | 2016-089 | 05/08/2017 | Default on Child Support Payments | On August 22, 2016, the Office of the Attorney General of Texas (OAG) notified the Board that Respondent was in default of his child support payments. Respondent acknowledged that he was behind on child support payments. | Informal Reprimand |
| Schultze,
Aaron Aaron Schultze DVM |
8413 | Salado | 2017-059 | 03/28/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 21, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Salado Veterinary Hospital in Salado, Texas. The inspection revealed that the Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol or euthasol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand |
| Shofner,
Robin Robin Shofner DVM |
5819 | Mansfield | 2017-131 | 05/08/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on April 21, 2015, Respondent was arrested and charged with theft of property. Respondent did not report the charge to the Board. Respondent completed a deferred adjudication program and the charges were later dismissed. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Skelton,
Wylie Wylie Skelton DVM |
4378 | Utopia | 2017-179 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that on September 2, 2015, Respondent was arrested and charged for assault causing bodily injury to a family member. The charges were later dismissed. Respondent did not report the arrest and charge to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Skiles, Jeb Jeb Skiles DVM |
9618 | Dalhart | 2017-172 | 10/10/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by Board investigators revealed that Respondent was arrested on April 13, 2014, for driving while intoxicated. Respondent completed a pretrial diversion program and the charges were later dismissed. Respondent did not report this charge to the Board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Smith,
Zachary Zachary Smith DVM |
8615 | Dimmitt | 2017-233 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On May 8, 2017, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Dimmit Veterinary Clinic in Dimmit, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, tramadol, euthanasia, and telazol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Susaneck,
Steven Steven Susaneck DVM |
5400 | Houston | 2017-193 | 12/05/2017 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; | On March 23, 2016, owner presented her 14-year-old cat Hayley to Respondent at Bay Area Specialists in Houston, Texas, for lack of appetite. Respondent had been treating Hayley for lymphoma since March 4, 2016. After examination, Respondent recommended hospitalization with fluids and antibiotics. Owner was told that a technician would monitor Hayley overnight. Owner attempted to call the facility at 2 am and 5 am but received no answer. At approximately 4:30 am Hayley began struggling. The monitoring technician contacted Respondent by telephone. Respondent instructed the technician to place Hayley in the oxygen chamber. Respondent arrived at the clinic at approximately 6:30 am. Respondent's records do not include regular observations and vital signs to indicate that Hayley was observed between 5 pm and 4:30 am. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping |
| Tatum, Mary Mary Tatum DVM |
4780 | Houston | 2017-178 | 05/30/2017 | Unprofessional
Conduct;
Failure to Report Arrest |
A routine criminal history check by board investigators revealed that on December 15, 2013, Respondent was arrested for driving while intoxicated and evading arrest. The latter was later dismissed, but Respondent pled guilty to driving while intoxicated, a Class B misdemeanor, and failed to report her arrest to the board. | Informal Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Thomas,
Michael Michael Thomas DVM |
13805 | Conroe | 2016-118 | 01/23/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On December 9, 2015, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Animal Emergency Urgent Care Center in The Woodlands, Texas. The inspection reveals that Respondent's controlled substance logs did not have an accurate balance on hand for five controlled substances. The discrepancies between balance on hand recorded in the controlled substance log and the actual balance on hand were relatively minor. However, because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand |
| Thurman,
Cydnee Cydnee Thurman DVM |
10053 | Millsap | 2017-132 | 05/08/2017 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | A routine criminal history check by the Board's investigators revealed that on April 29, 2016, Respondent was arrested and charged with assault causing bodily injury to a famil member. Respondent did not report the charges to the Board. The charges were later dismissed. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Tunmire,
Kimberly Kimberly Tunmire DVM |
5465 | Wimberley | 2017-139 | 10/10/2017 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; | On June 9, 2016, owner presented her 15-year-old Pomeranian Comet to Respondent at Zippivet North Austin. On June 18, owner made a return visit to Zippivet with Comet, because Comet was lethargic, overly thirsty, and was not eating. Respondent ran a CBC and chemistry panel. Respondent's medical records did not document her analysis of the bloodwork or other details necessary to substantiate her diagnosis or recommended treatment. Respondent stated that she discussed kidney damage with the owner, but this conversation and Comet's prognosis are not included in the medical records. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Verwers,
Craig Craig Verwers DVM |
5221 | Ft. Worth | 2017-098 | 10/10/2017 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; | On September 16, 2015, owner presented her five-year-old female canine Suzy to Respondent at RidgleaWest Animal Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, for symptoms connected to Suzy ingesting a plastic sausage wrapping the previous Sunday. Respondent ran an in-house CBC and comprehensive chemistry profile. Respondent also took abdominal radiographs. Respondent did not document his findings or conclusions from these procedures in the medical records. Respondent recommended a barium series but the owner declined. Respondent did not indicate his recommendation in the medical records. Suzy's lab results and urinalysis indicate a diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis, but Respondent diagnosed pancreatitis. Respondent kept Suzy in the Clinic for the weekend and was observed by kennel staff on Saturday September 17 and Sunday September 18. Kennel staff contacted Respondent to report Suzy's worsening condition, but Respondent instructed staff to take no action. Suzy died overnight on Sunday, September 18, 2015. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping |
| Watkins,
Aubrey B. Aubrey Watkins DVM |
5943 | Houston | 2017-085 | 10/10/2017 | Complaint Information and Notice to Clients; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Rabies Control; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Operation of Temporary Limited Service Veterinary Services | On July 11, 2016, Board investigators conducted an unannounced compliance inspection of Respondent at his temporary clinic at the League City Feed Center in League City, Texas. Respondent stated that he has been regularly operating the temporary clinic for eighteen years. The Board has not received the required notification for the operation of a temporary vaccination clinic at any point. The inspection revealed the following: that Respondent did not have the required notice of the Board's complaint procedure posted at his temporary clinic; that adhesive labels and single-use envelopes used by Respondent to dispense medications do not have a space to identify the client, species of pet, or the strength and quantity of the medication; and that Respondent does not issue official rabies vaccination certificates following a rabies vaccination, instead providing clients with invoices that do not include the patient's size, the vaccine product name, or the vaccine manufacturer. Patient records submitted by Respondent do not document any examination or treatment provided. They do not document the route of administration used for vaccination. The records provided state that Respondent will not duplicate patient records. | Formal Reprimand; 5 yr. stayed suspension; Probation for duration of suspension; Submit quarterly reports; Limit practice as specified in order; $500 admin. penalty |
| Wilcox,
Robert Robert Wilcox DVM |
4606 | Groves | 2016-155 | 03/28/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On January 21, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site inspection of Respondent at Wilcox Veterinary Clinic in Groves, Texas. The inspection revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or euthasol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Wood, John
Craig John Craig Wood DVM |
6544 | Lufkin | 2017-007 | 10/10/2017 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On March 21, 2016, Board investigators conducted an on-site investigation of Respondent at Lone Star Veterinary Clinic. Respondent is the owner of the clinic. The investigation revealed that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine. Following the inspection, Respondent stated that facility used a separate clipboard log to document ketamine use, and occasionally transferred this information into the controlled substance logs. Because Respondent's controlled substance log for ketamine did not match the amount of ketamine on hand in the clinic at the time of the inspection, Respondent could not accurately monitor whether diversion was occurring. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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| 12865 | Nacogdoches | 2017-080 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 23, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, torbugesic, or tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
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Adian, Stephanie D. Stephanie Adian DVM |
13648 | Burleson | 2017-002 | 10/18/2016 | Continuing Education | During calendar year 2015, Respondent failed to obtain the 17 hours of required continuing education (CE). | $1,500 admin. penalty; add'l 17 hrs. CE. |
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Akin, Joel B. Joel Akin DVM |
6921 | Houston | 2016-021 | 01/26/2016 | Reporting of Criminal Activity, Notification of Licensee Address | On or about November 24, 2015, Respondent underwent an evaluation, and it was determined that he could not safely practice veterinary medicine due to a substance use disorder and previously-diagnosed mental disorder that warranted further treatment. On or about July 27, 2012, Respondent was arrested for driving while intoxicated and convicted on December 31, 2014, but did not report this conviction to the Board. Respondent moved his place of residence but failed to timely update his home address with the Board. | Formal Reprimand, 5 year suspension (Active until deemed fit to practice, then remainder probated) |
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Akin, Joel B. Joel Akin DVM |
6921 | Houston | 2015-205 | 10/18/2016 | Default on Child Support Payments |
On February 4, 2015, the Office of the Attorney General of Texas (OAG) notified the board that Respondent had defaulted on two child support cases. Respondent’s license was put on renewal hold. On April 13, 2015, the OAG notified the Board that Respondent had submitted payment and authorized renewal of his license. Respondent had eight previous Agreed Orders with the Board, two which found violations for defaulting on child support payments. |
Formal Reprimand, 3 year probated suspension |
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Alexander, John D. John Alexander DVM |
8097 | Bullard | 2016-018 | 07/19/2016 | Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Standard of Care | On January 23, 2015, a 6-year-old Shar Pei named Beluga was presented to Respondent for treatment of hot spots. Later that morning, Respondent left a voice mail for the owner asking him to return to the clinic to help restrain Beluga during treatment. The owner stated that he would return around 12:00 pm. Soon beforehand, Respondent instructed an employee to take Beluga outside to relieve himself. The employee took Beluga to an unsecured area, Beluga escaped, ran into a busy highway, and was fatally struck by a car. | Informal Reprimand |
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Alldredge, Bud III Bud Alldredge III DVM |
7820 | Cleveland | 2016-121 | 04/19/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans | During a September 22, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent September 22, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine and Beuthanasia. The inspection also revealed that diazepam, ketamine, and telazol were stored in an unsecure cabinet. Respondent admitted having dispensed prescription medication for use by a human and having used laser treatment to remove warts and moles from humans. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
| 11324 | Wentzville, MO | 2016-051 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 18, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol or Euthasol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA license and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 8730 | Alvarado | 2017-016 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection, and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 1900 | Austin | 2016-160 | 10/18/2016 | Duty to Cooperate with Board; Other | Despite being provided advance notice of an impending TBVME inspection due to a complaint, Respondent was unavailable and seemingly avoided meeting with the TBVME Director of Enforcement and Investigator. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 13896 | Texarkana | 2016-129 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, tramadol, Fatal Plus, or diazepam. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 5448 | Silsbee | 2016-131 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Patient Record Keeping; Continuing Education | During a January 13, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for beuthanasia or telazol and did not have an updated balance on hand for ketamine or tramadol. The inspection also revealed that patient records did not include details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided, or surgical procedures performed. They also did not include patient histories or any pre-existing conditions. Respondent was also unable to provide proof of the minimum 17 required continuing education hours for calendar year 2013, with a 4 hour deficiency. | Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 4 hrs CE. | |
| 7914 | McKinney | 2017-095 | 12/08/2016 | Default on Student Loan | On April 28, 2016, the Board was notified by the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation that Respondent was in arrears on repayment of a student loan. On June 15, 2016, the Board was notified that she was no longer in default. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 13410 | Boyd | 2016-154 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 20, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or euthanasia solution. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 3679 | Austin | 2017-077 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a July 6, 2015 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for morphine, tramadol, and hydrocodone. The facility was missing 22.15 mL morphine, 4,700 tramadol tablets, and 31 hydrocodone tablets. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. At the time of the inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 12875 | Floresville | 2016-059 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On October 29, 2014, Chihuahua Vinnie was presented to Respondent for left legsurgery; however, Respondent performed surgery on the right leg. He failed to obtain consent for the right leg surgery. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 5450 | Houston | 2016-084 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On May 8, 2015, Chihuahua JJ was presented to Respondent for a cesarean section and spay procedure after going into labor the night before. JJ was to be picked up from Respondent’s home later that evening. The cesarean section was performed by another veterinarian, and a large dead fetus was removed from JJ’s uterus. A few hours later, Respondent called her client to tell her JJ was not doing well and that the spay procedure would not be performed. That evening, Respondent took JJ to the client’s home and told her that JJ was probably going to die. The client gave JJ fluids and kept her warm per Respondent’s instructions, but JJ was unresponsive, would not open her eyes, and died a few hours later. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution $1,528.83 | |
| 6357 | Brenham | 2016-137 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 21, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the balances on hand in the controlled substances log had last been updated on May 20, 2015. Respondent utilized controlled substances during that time. Because the balances had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 4687 | Kennedale | 2016-087 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On April 10, 2015 6-month-old Boxer Bella was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. Bella was administered 0.42 mL IM Xylazine, an amount in excess of the recommended dose. Soon after Bella was coming out of anesthesia, her heart and lungs stopped. Clinic staff started CPR but were unable to revive her. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 6390 | Wichita Falls | 2016-163 | 07/19/2016 | Controlled Substances Registration | While working at the Humane Society of Wichita County, Respondent administered controlled substances without holding a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and without meeting Board requirements for exemption form registration. Specifically, Respondent was not supervised or employed by a licensed veterinarian registered with the DEA. | $500 admin. penalty; Obtain DEA registration | |
| 2486 | New Braunfels | 2016-046 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, phenobarbital, SleepAway, telazol, or euthasol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 7919 | Katy | 2016-136 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 21, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the balances on hand in the controlled substances log had last been updated on May 20, 2015. Respondent utilized controlled substances during that time. Because the balances had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
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Bullard,
Randy C.
Randy Bullard DVM |
5287 | Lubbock | 2016-082 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Controlled Substances Registration | On March 14, 2015, an employee of Respondent identified that controlled substances quantities in stock were much lower than reflected in the controlled substances log and no audit had been performed since December 2012. On or about September 15, 2015, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) investigators performed an inspection and found that Respondent did not have an accurate amount on hand for Phenobarbital. The DEA inspection resulted in a letter of admonition for failure to maintain a biennial inventory and failure to document the date received on controlled substances invoices. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 5700 | Texarkana | 2017-017 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or hydromorphone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 7718 | Alvarado | 2017-019 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 6791 | Garland | 2016-061 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | On March 12, 2015, 2.5-year-old German Shepherd Titan was presented to Respondent at Texas Coalition for Animal Protection (TCAP) for a neuter procedure. The client repeatedly reported concerns and eventually took Titan to a different clinic where another veterinarian reported that Titan’s scrotum was swollen to 4-5 inches in diameter, the skin was inflamed and painful to touch, the incision was gaping, and Titan had a temperature of 103.8. Two days later a scrotal ablation was performed, and the scrotum was grotesquely swollen with material protruding through the burst surgical area. The surgical procedure revealed a hugely infected, discolored (necrotizing) scrotum. Titan had a routine recovery from the second surgery. The medical records provided by Respondent did not include details of the surgery nor certain information regarding post-operative pain medication, such as dosages, concentration, and routes of administration. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE. | |
| 2850 | Montebello CA | 2016-020 | 01/26/2016 | Loss of Accreditation | Respondent held a veterinary license in California. The Board received notification thaton March 5, 2014, Respondent’s California license was suspended for 30 days and placed under probation for 5 years for recordkeeping violations and forstandard of care violations by his employees. Respondent did not report the disciplinary action to the Board | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
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Cavitt,
Justin L.
Justin Cavitt DVM |
10671 | Troup | 2016-097 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Patient Record Keeping; Rabies Control | From January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014, Respondent performed services for the Klein Animal Shelter and failed to maintain a controlled substances log for controlled substances administered or dispensed at the shelter. He also performed examinations on animals at shelter without making or maintaining a record. The rabies certificates issued by Respondent did not include his license number | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE. |
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Champlin, Patrick J. Patrick Champlin DVM |
6206 | Dallas | 2015-190 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | On December 29, 2014, Board investigators conducted a compliance inspection of a clinic that Respondent owned. The inspection revealed that the controlled substances lot did not match the inventory, with 11 controlled substances showing discrepancies ranging from 2% overage to an 89% deficit. He has used the same double-locking wall cabinet to store his controlled substances since 1987. He stores the keys in a money box in his locked office. Responded stated that an employee had previously alerted him that his office door could easily be unlocked using a credit card. It is a mitigating factor that Respondent personally alerted the DEA to the discrepancies. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
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Chandler,
Lesley Brooke Miller
Lesley Chandler DVM |
10734 | Groves | 2016-156 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or euthasol. Additionally, the facility did not keep a controlled substances log for acepromazine/ketaset/rumpum mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Responded did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand |
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Clary,
Bradley D.
Bradley Clary DVM |
9311 | Lufkin | 2017-006 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that numerous controlled substance balances had not
been timely updated on the controlled substances log, with
lapses ranging from more than 4 weeks to more than 3 months.
Respondent had utilized the controlled substances in question
during this period. Respondent stated the technician assigned to
maintain the controlled substances inventory had been terminated
a month prior to inspection. Respondent held a DEA license and
ordered controlled substances for the facility. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty. |
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Craciun,
Ovidiu
Ovidiu Craciun DVM |
10800 | Austin | 2016-102 | 10/18/2016 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Related to Certain Entities | During an investigation, the Board discovered that Beyond the Rainbow/Texas Pet Hospice was employing DVMs for at-home euthanasia services. Texas Pet Hospice is not owned by a DVM. Respondent provided contract labor services between October 20, 2013 and February 16, 2014. | Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Crouch,
Ginanna Lue
Ginanna Crouch DVM |
4098 | Brookshire | 2016-138 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 21, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the balances on hand in the controlled substances log had last been updated on May 20, 2015. Respondent utilized controlled substances during that time. Because the balances had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. |
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Custer, Lamon
L.
Lamon Custer DVM |
10087 | Winnie | 2016-111 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, ketaset, or tramadol. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration license but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty. |
| 3560 | Sidney | 2017-072 | 12/08/2016 | Felony Conviction | Automatic
revocation
pursuant to June 13, 2016 conviction for third or more offense
of Driving While Intoxicated (a 3rd degree felony)
and sentencing to confinement. |
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Daniel, Lisa
Y.
Lisa Daniel DVM |
7511 | Austin | 2016-062 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On June 30, 2015, Respondent arrived at the home of elderly Great Dane Barney to perform euthanasia whose owners are physicians. Respondent was unable to place an IV so attempted an inter-cardiac injection but did not have a long enough needle and accessed the lung instead of the heart. She injected the medication and stated that it would be absorbed and effective. When she determined that another injection would be necessary, one of the owners administered it and Barney passed away thereafter. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE |
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Danks,
Cristina M.
Cristina Danks DVM |
14158 | El Paso | 2017-020 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. |
| 9038 | Weatherford | 2017-021 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 14, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substances log on the premises. The licensed veterinary technician in charge of the controlled substances stated she had taken the log books for 2015 and 2016 to her home. She attempted to present the Board investigator with an electronic log but appeared unfamiliar with the computer program. Many of the balances in the electronic log displayed as negative amounts, yet the facility had euthanasia, ketamine, diazepam, and torbugesic on hand. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
| 13863 | Texarkana | 2016-128 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, tramadol, Fatal Plus, or diazepam. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 10993 | New Braunfels | 2016-045 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, phenobartibal, SleepAway, telazol, or Euthasol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 10941 | San Antonio | 2016-043 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 17, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthanasia solution, telazol, or tramadol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 11114 | Houston | 2016-026 | 07/19/2016 | Continuing Education | When renewing his veterinarian license in 2015, Respondent indicated that he had not obtained any of the 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for 2014. | $750 admin. penalty; 17 hrs add'l CE | |
| 4103 | Hockley | 2015-178 | 01/26/2016 | Standard of Care; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Patient Record Keeping | On August 25, 2015, a recently-captured, feral, female cat was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. Respondent noted the cat had fleas and a scruffy coat, was icteric, and had moderate stomatitis. She recommended and obtained consent for feline leukemia and feline immune deficiency testing. Both were negative. Respondent proceeded with the spay as she felt the cat would survive with extensive care, including hand feeding. (Feral cats generally do not allow humans to handle them.) The client picked up the cat the next day and it declined. The owner tried to contact the clinic but her calls were not answered. On August 28, 2015, she took the cat to another veterinarian who left a voice mail for Respondent and performed an exam finding the cat in poor overall health. Euthanasia was performed. Respondent’s records do not have her name and included an incorrect reference to Doxycycline which was not used. Respondent had a history of multiple prior board orders. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 10093 | Houston | 2016=049 | 01/26/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | On or about June 16, 2015, Respondent voluntarily entered into an agreement with the Professional Recovery Network (PRN) which required her to abstain from alcohol. On or about June 26, 2015, Respondent was selected for a drug screen and tested positive for metabolites of alcohol in violation of the agreement. Respondent entered into a new PRN agreement on October 29, 2015. | Formal Reprimand; Comply with PRN Agreement. | |
| 4047 | New Braunfels | 2016=042 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, phenobarbital, SleepAwal, telazol, or Euthasol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 11117 | Mineral Wells | 2017-022 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 16, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent had not updated the controlled
substances log for more than 4 weeks. Because the balance on
hand had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately
monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA
registration but did not order controlled substances for the
facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
| 11702 | Fredericksburg | 2016=013 | 01/26/2016 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | On February 16, 2015, cat Mimosa was presented to Respondent for spay and front dewclaw procedures. Respondent wrapped the front paws and legs beyond the elbow. Mimosa was picked up on February 17. On February 19, Mimosa presented again with swelling of the front legs. Respondent administered fluids and an antibiotic injection. On February 20, Mimosa presented again. Respondent administered fluids again. On February 23, Mimosa presented to a different veterinarian who consulted with other veterinarians about Mimosa’s condition. Mimosa’s front legs were necrotic and had no sensation to touch. The owner elected to euthanize Mimosa. Respondents medical records neither included any contemporaneous documentation of the surgery nor the treatment provided on February 20; however, an addendum including some of this information was added on February 24, 2015. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 5248 | Amarillo | 2015-092 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On or about March 16, 2012, 6-year-old female dog Chica was presented for a spay procedure and umbilical hernia repair. Respondent performed the procedures. On or about June 30, 2012, Chica exhibited signs of being in heat. On or about July 3 and 17, 2012, Chica was presented to a different veterinarian at the same clinic who twice performed an ultrasound and vaginal swabs but denied any remaining ovarian tissue. On or about July 20, 2014, Chica presented to a small animal emergency clinic where emergency exploratory surgery was performed and revealed extensive abdominal adhesions, an enlarged uterine stump, and remaining left side ovarian tissue. The uterine stump and remaining ovarian tissue were successfully removed | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 13325 | Alvarado | 2017-023 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated
that the controlled substances log presented to the Board
investigator was not the correct log, and that the
non-veterinarian staff member in charge of maintaining the
facility’s controlled substance logs was not present the day of
the inspection. However, the DEA registrant that ordered
controlled substances for the facility was present at the time
of the inspection. Respondent stated that the facility has
implemented protocols to familiarize several veterinarians with
the proper controlled substance log procedure. Respondent did
not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for
the facility. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 6623 | Alvarado | 2017-024 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated
that the controlled substances log presented to the Board
investigator was not the correct log, and that the
non-veterinarian staff member in charge of maintaining the
facility’s controlled substance logs was not present the day of
the inspection. However, the DEA registrant that ordered
controlled substances for the facility was present at the time
of the inspection. Respondent stated that the facility has
implemented protocols to familiarize several veterinarians with
the proper controlled substance log procedure. Respondent did
not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for
the facility. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 7693 | Weatherford | 2017-025 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for euthasol or torbugesic. The inspection also revealed
that the facility does not keep controlled substance logs for
controlled drugs being stored outside of the main facility,
including drugs being stored on trucks used for mobile
veterinary work. Instead, the protocol was to record controlled
substances in the log as they were removed from the primary
facility. Thus, the controlled substance log would not
necessarily reflect the correct patient that received the drugs.
This system prevented Respondent from adequately monitoring
whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were
removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a DEA
registration or order controlled substances for the facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5583 | Hammond LA | 2016-091 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | On April 14, 2015, 18-month-old Siberian Husky Natasha ws presented to Respondent at the Houston Spay and Neuter Clinic for a spay procedure. During the procedure, Natasha received both atropine and dexamethasone. The records do not contain an explanation for the use of dexamethasone. The clients noticed that Natasha’s incision was very red but were told they should not be concerned. Following the procedure, Natasha was lethargic for 2 days. The clients reported concerns to the clinic but were told this was part of the recovery process and not to worry. On April 18, 2015, Natasha was very week and taken back to the same clinic. A second veterinarian prescribed antibiotics and steroids. On April 20, 2015, Natasha was in distress and rushed back to the same clinic where the second veterinarian told them there was nothing he could do and suggested they take Natasha elsewhere. The clients took Natasha to a different clinic where a third veterinarian diagnosed system-wide infection or sepsis and organ failure and recommended transfer to Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. There, she was said to be critical with little hope for survival. She passed away that evening. A necropsy revealed severe suppurative cellulitis and dermatitis at the incision site, secondary to infection leading to secondary septic peritonitis and, ultimately, death. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 5371 | League City | 2015-173 | 12/08/2016 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees; Direct Responsibility to Client; Supervision of Non-Licensed Employees | On
April
15, 2014, cat Pokey was presented to Respondent for weakness.
Respondent discussed exploratory surgery but after determining
that Pokey was severely anemic said it would be necessary to
postpone surgery for a week or two. The client and her husband
decided to euthanize Pokey and paid Respondent $627 for Pokey’s
diagnosis and euthanasia. Respondent performed exploratory
surgery on Pokey and removed an abdominal mass and gave Pokey to
a technician at the clinic. Approximately 3 months later, the
cat was diagnosed with lymphoma and euthanized by Respondent.
During the complaint process, differing narratives were made by
Respondent, his wife, the technician, and the clients.
Respondent had a history of discipline on three prior occasions. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 yr. suspension
including 1 week ACTIVE suspension
with the remainder stayed; $1,500 admin. penalty; Restitution
$627; 3 hrs add'l CE in Ethics |
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| 6228 | Gainesville | 2016-017 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care | On March 2, 2015, 9-year-old Chihuahua Cupcake was presented to Respondent for a scheduled dental procedure. Cupcake’s teeth were cleaned, and a premolar and two incisors were extracted. Respondent stated that the technician noted the gums we rebleeding more than normal so she had the technician apply pressure which stopped the bleeding. When the client picked up Cupcake, the bleeding had restarted. She was told to call if it got worse or did not slow down. Later that day, she decided to take Cupcake back. Respondent examined Cupcake without sedation and administered a Vitamin K injection. The client took Cupcake to an emergency clinic for overnight monitoring. There Cupcake was sedated, the gum was sutured, and the bleeding ceased. Cupcake made a full recovery. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution | |
| 4941 | Spring | 2016-140 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 22, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for telazol, euthasol, or torbutrol. The inspection also revealed that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log for ketamine despite having it on hand. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA license and ordered controlled substances for the facility. She does have prior violations of a similar nature (Agreed Order 2012-88) | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
| 10025 | Houston | 2016-193 | 12/08/2016 | Professional Standard of Care | On December 30, 2015, 1-year-old neutered Great Pyrenees Nelson was presented to Respondent for pain and radiographs. Respondent diagnosed complete luxation of both coxofemoral joints due to hip dysplasia and recommended bilateral femoral head osteotomies. He performed the first on February 16, 2016 and the second on February 18. Nelson was discharged on February 20. On February 24, the incision sites were painful and oozing and Nelson was unable to walk. On February 25, Nelson was presented to a different veterinarian who cleared the incision sites, took radiographs, and prescribed medication for pain, infection, and swelling. She determined that a large portion of the femoral neck was still present on both femurs and referred Nelson to a specialist. On March 1, Nelson was presented to a board-certified surgery specialist who recommended revision surgery. Nelson was found to have staph infection and was treated with antibiotics. Nelson recovered from the revision surgery and subsequently underwent physical therapy | Informal Reprimand; Restitution $1,127; 3 hrs. add'l CE in orthopedics | |
| 2248 | McAllen | 2017-026 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Continuing Education | During a February 25, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or euthanasia. The balance on hand had not been updated for at least 4 weeks before the inspection, and Respondent had utilized controlled substances during that period. Because the balance on hand had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. Following the inspection, Respondent was only able to provide proof of 3 of the minimum required 17 hours of continuing education for 2013, yet at the time of license renewal reported to the board that he had obtained all 17 hours. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
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| 7178 | Ft. Worth | 2016-036 | 01/26/2016 | Continuing Education | Respondent failed to report on his license renewal application that he did not obtain the required 17 continuing education (CE) hours for 2013. He only completed 2 hours | $1,500 admin. penalty; add'l 15 hrs. CE. | |
| 3407 | El Paso | 2016-185 | 12/08/2016 | Professional Standard of Care | On November 13, 2015 2-year-old pregnant French bulldog Bunnie was presented to the clinic to obtain a puppy count and estimate a C-section date. The client was informed that Bunnie had five puppies. On November 17, 2015, Bunnie was presented to Respondent for monitoring and a C-section, if necessary. Although Respondent did not know the breeding date and could not ascertain the exact time of gestation, he believed Bunnie was going into labor and performed a C-section. Respondent removed one underdeveloped puppy, closed the incision to allow the other puppies further time to develop and took the puppy to an emergency hospital then home where it died 24 hours later. On November 21, 2015, Bunnie was presented to a different veterinarian at a different clinic who performed a C-section. The remaining four puppies could not be resuscitated. Bunnie’s uterus was infected and a spay procedure was recommended but the client declined | Informal Reprimand | |
| 6002 | Ovilla | 2016-029 | 01/26/2016 | Observance of Confidentiality | On February 25, 2015, cat Tango was presented to Respondent for an injured tail. Respondent recommended treatment and the client declined and left the exam room. The client had a verbal altercation with Respondent’s staff and was asked to leave the clinic. Following the incident, the client wrote a negative review of the clinic on the clinic’s Facebook page. Respondent, in turn, posted a photograph of the client taken from the clinic’s security camera along with a caption detailing information about the examination and the altercation. Respondent posted several more comments detailing his veterinarian-client-patient relationship and named the client. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 11432 | Colorado City | 2017-009 | 12/08/2016 | Observance of Confidentiality | Respondent provided veterinary services to an animal rescue organization. On or around December 12, 2015, Respondent posted comments on social media revealing the associated client’s name and confidential billing information. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5302 | Lumberton | 2016-158 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 11, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Socumb, the ketamine/acepromazine mixture, tramadol, or diazepam, and Respondent did not have a controlled substance log for ketamine. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,250 admin. penalty | |
| 6356 | Nacogdoches | 2017-027 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 22, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine and torbugesic. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 6004 | Beaumont | 2016-114 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 11, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol, ketamine, and phenobartibal. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 4319 | Nome | 2017-028 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Patient Record Keeping | During an April 26, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substance log. Respondent stated that a storm had damaged a window in his facility ~2 months prior causing the existing log books to be wet. Respondent threw the wet log books away and had not kept controlled substance logs since. At the time of inspection, the facility had ketamine, euthanasia, tramadol, diazepam, testosterone, stanozolol, and telazol on hand. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility but since surrendered his DEA registration. The inspection also revealed that the controlled substances were not securely stored and that patient records lacked details necessary to substantiate or document that an examination was performed | Formal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 11716 | Groves | 2016-157 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or euthasol, and the facility did not keep a controlled substance log for acepromazine/ketoset/rumpum mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring | Informal Reprimand | |
| 7183 | Austin | 2016-025 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Maintenance of Sanitary Premises | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, Respondent was unable to produce a controlled substance log. Following the inspection, Respondent stated that he had since located it and brought it up to date. The inspection revealed that Respondent’s controlled substance lockbox was visible and not secure and that the clinic was unsanitary. It was cluttered with debris and the surgical area had not been cleaned since a surgery performed the previous day with blood-soaked cloth and surgical tools on the table. Respondent had a history of five prior disciplinary actions by the Board. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 2 year Stayed Suspension. | |
| 7183 | Austin | 2016-107 | 07/19/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Maintenance of Sanitary Premises | During a December 15, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, a number of sanitation concerns were noted. Specifically, countertops were cluttered, trash bags in the treatment and surgical areas were full, and blood-soiled linens were in the surgical area. Respondent was also not maintaining balances on hand for controlled substances. Respondent had a history of six prior disciplinary actions by the Board. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 2 year Stayed Suspension. | |
| 3262 | Baird | 2016-044 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Patient Record Keeping | During a September 17, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not maintain any form of controlled substances records and patient records lacked required details. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE. | |
| 10402 | Decatur | 2016-174 | 07/19/2016 | Patient Record Keeping | During the treatment of a 10-year-old quarter horse, Rosie, Respondent failed to make adequate medical records. Specifically, the records did not contain necessary details to substantiate or document the examinations, treatment provided, medication provided, or diagnoses. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE. | |
| 6814 | Weatherford | 2017-029 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. Additionally, the facility did not keep controlled substances logs for drugs being stored outside the main facility, including those stored on trucks for mobile veterinary work. Instead, controlled substances were recorded as they were removed from the facility and the log did not necessarily reflect the correct recipients. Because of this system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility.. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 10771 | Texarkana | 2016-130 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, tramadol, Fatal Plus, or diazepam. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9560 | Pearland | 2016-080 | 04/19/2016 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On December 1, 2015, Respondent advised the Board that on August 22, 2015 she had been charged with driving while intoxicated. Respondent reported that she was represented by an attorney who advised her to wait to inform the Board until an outcome was reached in the matter. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8350 | Weatherford | 2017-030 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 14, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substances log on the premises. The licensed veterinary technician in charge of the controlled substances stated she had taken the log books for 2015 and 2016 to her home. She attempted to present the Board investigator with an electronic log but appeared unfamiliar with the computer program. Many of the balances in the electronic log displayed as negative amounts, yet the facility had euthanasia, ketamine, diazepam, and torbugesic on hand. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 8715 | Austin | 2016-132 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a July 8, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not an accurate balance on hand for alprazolam, fentanyl, and hydrocodone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 6444 | San Maecos | 2016-055 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 12, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not an accurate balance on hand for euthanasia solution, butorphanol, and phenobarbital. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 6445 | Georgetown | 2016-139 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 12, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not an accurate balance on hand for euthanasia solution, butorphanol, and phenobarbital. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 7956 | Plano | 2016-016 | 07/19/2016 | Patient Record Keeping | On February 18, 2015 10-month-old Chihuahua, Minnie, was presented to Respondent at Texas Coalition for Animal Protection to be spayed. Respondent’s records of the surgery were inadequate. Specifically, they lacked details necessary to substantiate or document the surgical procedure performed or information regarding post-op pain medication. | Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 7007 | Houston | 2016-192 | 12/08/2016 | Professional Standard of Care | On May 12, 2015, a 1.5-year-old female English bulldog, Mia, was presented to Respondent for a scheduled surgical artificial insemination procedure. When the client arrived, Mia was panting heavily and had foaming saliva coming from her mouth with a dark tongue. Respondent advised the client that Mia appeared to be going into heatstroke. Respondent’s staff took Mia’s temperature and it was 107 degrees. Respondent placed a mask with isoflurane on Mia and intubated her. Mia then stopped breathing and her abdomen distended. She had no heartbeat upon chest auscultation. Respondent attempted live-saving measures but was unable to resuscitate Mia. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE in emergency care | |
| 13490 | Midland | 2016-062 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Responsibility for Non-veterinarian Employees | On March 18, 2015, 3-year-old Pub, Dally, was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. A veterinary technician under Respondent’s supervision intubated Dally. Dally vomited after intubation with inflation of the cuff. A few minutes later she became cyanotic. She was extubated and the tube cleared of vomitus. She was immediately reintubated by a veterinary technician under Dr. Imke’s supervision, the cuff inflated, and oxygen delivery reinstated. A veterinary technician began ventilating Dally. Dill became cyanotic again, CPR efforts were performed, and Dally didn’t respond. Radiographs showed that the endotracheal tube extended past the carina, indicating improper placement. | Formal Reprimand | |
| 2624 | Porter | 2015-185 | 01/26/2016 | Standard of Care | On September 15, 2014, a 12-year-old Pomeranian, Kobe, was presented to Respondent for treatment of a hot spot on his tail. Respondent administered two injections and Kobe’s condition rapidly deteriorated that night. On September 16, Kobe was returned to the clinic with an elevated temperature, inappetence, and extreme lethargy. He also had a red swollen area where the injections were administered the day before. Respondent advised that Kobe’s reaction was atypical for a steroid injection. He performed blood tests which showed elevated liver serum levels. Respondent prescribed denamarin for 30 days and recommended a follow up visit thereafter. On September 17, Kobe was extremely weak and could barely move. He was not eating, drinking, urinating, or defecating. He was also vomiting and breathing heavily. Kobe was taken to a different clinic where a different vet referred Kobe to a specialty clinic. There, a specialist recommended supportive care with IV fluids and antibiotics. Kobe returned to the second clinic, was treated for 2 days, and discharged on September 19 | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 3774 | Weatherford | 2017-031 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Continuing Education | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, morphine, or the ketamine/acepromazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 9 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 10712 | San Angelo | 2016-194 | 12/08/2016 | Professional Standard of Care | On March 4, 2016, 10-year-old female Daschund, Lucy, was presented to Respondent for a routine dental procedure. Following the procedure, the client was contacted and informed that Lucy was due for her rabies vaccine. The client told the clinic that Lucy had a prior severe reaction to a rabies vaccine. The clinic owner advised Respondent to wait until the following Monday to administer the vaccine. Respondent gave the vaccine at ~3:30pm then monitored Lucy for an hour and did not see any evidence of a reaction. Respondent then notified the clinic’s practice manager of her error and left the clinic. Lucy began showing signs of facial swelling at approximately 6pm. The clinic owner directed dexamethasone to be administered subcutaneously. Respondent was notified and returned to the clinic where she monitored Lucy until the reaction subsided. Lucy suffered from swelling and vomiting until ~8pm. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 6654 | El Paso | 2017-032 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 8558 | Carrollton | 2017-033 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Patient Record Keeping | During a June 2, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or diazepam. Respondent did not have a proper controlled substances log for ketamine or torbugesic. While a surgery log documented the amounts used for each surgery, it did not include acquisition date, amount added to inventory, names of clients, or total balance on hand. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. The inspection also revealed that Respondent’s patient records did not include details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided, or surgical procedures performed. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 5844 | Salado | 2017-034 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol or euthasol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 7541 | Azle | 2017-036 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for any controlled substances kept at the clinic. Because Respondent did not track balances on hand, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 5391 | Keller | 2016-098 | 10/18/2016 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Related to Certain Entities | Between 2010 and 2015, Respondent provided veterinary services for Beyond the Rainbow/Texas Pet Hospice. Texas Pet Hospice is not owned by a DVM. | Formal Reprimand, Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 4217 | Dallas | 2017-092 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 29, 2016 on-site inspection by the board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol and ketamine. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. At the time of the inspection, Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 4142 | El Paso | 2017-038 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 2770 | Ravenna | 2015-076 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Controlled Substances Registration; Continuing Education | During an August 11, 2014 compliance inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent had been practicing without a Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration since June 2, 2011, when it last expired and was later terminated on November 30, 2012. Respondent administered and/or dispensed controlled substances while his registration was expired and terminated. He also failed to provide documentation of the required 17 continuing education (CE) hours for each of calendar years 2011, 2012, and 2013, although he previously represented to the board with each annual license renewal that he had obtained them. He had prior Board orders relating to DPS licensure and CE. On June 19, 2014, a 14-year-old Golden retriever mix named December was presented to Respondent for euthanasia. The owner asked that it be performed in her truck, so she could take December home to bury him. Respondent asked the owner if she would like December sedated for the procedure and she agreed. The sedative did not work. During the euthanasia, Respondent unsuccessfully attempted to administer the euthanasia solution at least four times and then offered to give it directly into December’s heart. He was unable to properly locate the heart. Due to the emotional stress of the situation, the owner had to leave her vehicle and enter the clinic. Respondent later informed her that December had passed away. The owner of the clinic reported several prior incidents to the Board related to standard of care. After the incident with December, the owner of the clinic terminated his employment. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
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| 3105 | Dallas | 2017-003 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a February 24, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for beuthanasia, tramadol, or torbutrol. The balances had not been updated in ~8 weeks. Controlled substances used in the clinic were ordered using Respondent’s Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration number. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 4983 | Lebanon, PA | 2016-178 | 10/18/2016 | Use of Ultrasound in Diagnosis or Therapy; Failure to Establish a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | Respondent was responsible for ensuring the health of animals treated by OvaGenix, a biotech company specializing in cattle breeding that uses embryo transfer, estrus synchronization, artificial insemination, and in vitro fertilization. Respondent prescribed reproductive drugs for animals within a herd, which constitutes the practice of veterinary medicine. During embryo transfer, an ultrasound is used to determine if the cow is suitable for transfer. Respondent did not establish a veterinary-client-patient relationship before prescribing drugs or administering ultrasound. The diagnosis of the cow’s suitability for embryo transfer was made by a non-DVM. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 14024 | Alvarado | 2017-039 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 13038 | Cypress | 2016-072 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
September 23, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substance
log for hydropmorphone. Respondent’s controlled substances log
did not have an accurate balance on hand for butorphanol,
diazepam, or telazol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent
could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring.
Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled
substances for the facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5324 | Denton | 2016-164 | 10/18/2016 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Patient Record Keeping | On June 24, 2015, a 12-year-old American Eskimo dog named Cooper was presented to Respondent for vaccines and a teeth cleaning. The owner requested that Respondent review the shot records and provide the necessary vaccines. Respondent reported to a Board investigator that he did not recall looking at the documents provided by the owner. Cooper was only due for a bordatella and leptospirosis booster; however, Respondent administered additional yearly boosters without consulting the owner. On July 23, the owner took Cooper to a different veterinary clinic, and he was examined by a different DVM who noted that Cooper had significant dental tarter, gingivitis, halitosis, and gingival disease, as well as pale, tacky gums. Over the next several days the owner transported Cooper back and forth for overnight monitoring at an emergency clinic and day care at the second veterinary clinic. At the emergency clinic, a third DVM examined Cooper and found that it appeared his teeth had not been cleaned recently. When Cooper’s health declined, the owner decided to euthanize him on July 25. Respondent’s records for Cooper did not contain his weight or other details necessary to substantiate the treatment provided. | Formal Reprimand; Restitution, $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 11382 | San Antonio | 2016-052 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 18, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or beuthanasia. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 5769 | El Paso | 2017-040 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 12622 | Brenham | 2015-201 | 10/20/2016 | Dishonest or Illegal Practice (Animal Cruelty) | Killed
the
neighbor's cat by shooting it through the skull with a bow and
arrow and then bragged about it on facebook. Respondent claimed
that cat was feral and did not know it was neighbor's cat. |
5
year suspension (1 year active ;
4 years probated); Quarterly reports during probated years; 6
hours CE in animal welfare |
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| 11319 | Weatherford | 2017-041 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. Additionally, the facility did not keep controlled substances logs for drugs being stored outside the main facility, including those stored on trucks for mobile veterinary work. Instead, controlled substances were recorded as they were removed from the facility and the log did not necessarily reflect the correct recipients. Because of this system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 12943 | Weatherford | 2017-042 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. Additionally, the facility did not keep controlled substances logs for drugs being stored outside the main facility, including those stored on trucks for mobile veterinary work. Instead, controlled substances were recorded as they were removed from the facility and the log did not necessarily reflect the correct recipients. Because of this system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty. | |
| 3115 | San Antonio | 2016-022 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or euthanasia solution. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. | |
| 2016-037 | 01/26/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | On October 23, 2015, Applicant presented an application for a veterinary license to the Texas Board. He held an active veterinary license in South Carolina and an inactive license in Georgia. In 2007, his Georgia license was disciplined based on a standard of care issue related to euthanasia of a pig. In 1989, Applicant was convicted of a misdemeanor dangerous drug charge and, in 2008, of a misdemeanor DUI, misdemeanor marijuana possession, and misdemeanor possession and use of drug-related objects. Applicant reports that he has been sober since his 2008 convictions and is active in an after-care program | Take and pass state licensing exam within 1 year, Submit for PRN evaluation and enter 5 year contract | |||
| 10730 | Laredo | 2016-083 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On June 11, 2015, two King Charles Cavaliers, Shelby and Winston, were presented to Respondent for dental cleanings. When the owner arrived at the facility to pick up the dogs, Respondent told him that Shelby had passed away, perhaps due to malfunctioning air conditioning leading to the temperature in the recovery area being 80 degrees. In describing the post-procedure events, Respondent reported that he checked on Shelby at 1:15 pm, about 90 minutes after her endotracheal tube was removed, and she was standing and appeared to have recovered. Kennel staff stated that during the hours after the procedure, Shelby was walking around and drinking water. At 4 pm, kennel staff notified Respondent that something was wrong; Shelby had stopped breathing. CPR was attempted, but it was unsuccessful. Although clinic protocol was to check on patients every 15 to 30 minutes, the treatment records provided no detail about Shelby’s status between 1:15 pm and 3:30 pm. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. | |
| 12516 | Alvarado | 2017-043 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 9686 | Winnie | 2016-112 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, ketaset, or tramadol. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration license and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
| 13471 | Alvarado | 2017-044 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 6688 | Dallas | 2016-100 | 04/19/2016 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Related to Certain Entities | In 2014, Respondent was engaged by Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice as an independent contractor to practice veterinary medicine. Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice is not owned by a DVM. | Informal Reprimand, Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
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McCreary, Clay B. Clay McCreary DVM |
8683 | Houston | 2015-133 | 01/26/2016 | Violation of Board Order, Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | On October 21, 2015, Agreed Order Docket No. 2014-007; 2014-223 was executed between the Board and Respondent requiring, among other provisions, Respondent submit to an evaluation with the Board’s Peer Assistance Program, Peer Recovery Network (PRN) and to follow all of PRN’s recommendations. Respondent cancelled his scheduled November 6, 2014 evaluation, stating intention to retire his license. On November 10, the Board received notification thereof and that Respondent had been discharged from PRN. Respondent contacted PRN on December 10 indicating that he would like to proceed with the evaluation. On January 8, 2015, Respondent submitted to an evaluation and hair follicle test which was positive for cocaine and a metabolite of cocaine. The evaluating physician diagnosed substance abuse disorders and recommended inpatient treatment, as well as neurological and psychological evaluations. Respondent was deemed unfit to practice veterinary medicine. When PRN contacted Respondent with the results of the evaluation, Respondent denied using cocaine and stated that he did not accept the results. He informed PRN that he had recently purchased a veterinary clinic and that he would not comply with the recommendation for inpatient treatment. On April 30, Respondent submitted to an inpatient evaluation by a second physician and testing of urine, hair, and blood. Test results were inconsistent with Respondent’s reports of rare, minimal alcohol consumption. Respondent was diagnosed with substance abuse disorders and recommended 60 to 90 days of inpatient treatment. Additionally, the evaluating physician stated that Respondent should not practice veterinary medicine until completing an inpatient treatment program and reevaluation for fitness for duty. Respondent did not comply with PRN’s recommendations as required by the Order. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year ACTIVE suspension
until
respondent
enters and completes inpatient treatment program; 5 yr peer
assistance contract upon completion of inpatient treatment. |
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McEndree, Darryl B. Darryl McEndree DVM |
8806 | Mineral wells | 2017-045 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 16, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not
have a current balance on hand for controlled substances.
Because the balance on hand had not been maintained, Respondent
could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring.
Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
registration but did not order controlled substances for the
facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. |
| 2794 | Round Rock | 2016-122 -125 |
07/19/2016 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Maintenance of Sanitary Premises; Labeling of Medications Dispensed | Multiple complaints were docketed in this Agreed Order. 2016-122: On May 11, 2015, a Cocker Spaniel named Freckles was presented to Respondent for vomiting. Respondent diagnosed an infection, diabetes, and kidney failure and recommended euthanasia. An associate DVM performed exploratory surgery, removed a walnut from the duodenum, and Freckle’s made a full recovery. Respondent’s records were incomplete, as he failed to document temperature, details necessary to substantiate or document an examination or surgeries performed, and the name, dosage, concentration, and routes of administration for medication. On June 29, 2015, during an on-site compliance inspection, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a balance on hand for any of the controlled substances at the clinic, including tramadol, ketamine, and hydrocodone. Controlled substances (except tramadol which was not locked) were stored in a small safe that could easily be removed from the room. The door to said room had a spring lock which could easily be opened. While the Board investigators were at the clinic, a refill for Heartgard was dispensed without a drug label affixed. The investigators also observed that prescription medication labels lacked the patient’s name, client’s name, species of animal, or quantity of drug dispensed. The Board investigators observed Respondent taking patients in and out of the exam room without cleaning in between each patient. 2016-123: On February 26, 2015, a Cat named Tiger was presented to Respondent for vomiting, anorexia, and lethargy. Based on lab work, Respondent diagnoses prediabetes and viral infection. On February 18, Tiger was presented for a recheck. He was still not eating and his glucose level was 224. Respondent diagnosed diabetes, switched Tiger’s diet to Science Diet m/d, and started insulin. On February 22, Tiger was presented to an emergency clinic for lethargy and weakness. He was diagnosed with hypoglycemia, treated, and referred back to Respondent for continued care. On February 23, a different DVM at Respondent’s clinic saw Tiger, performed an ultrasound, and diagnosed a linear foreign body. Surgery was performed, antibiotics were administered, and Tiger recovered. 2016-024: On January 24, 2015, a dachshund named Peanut was presented to Respondent after ingesting rat poison. Respondent prescribed Vitamin K and advised the owner that Peanut’s scheduled surgery on January 29 could proceed. The records do not reflect Peanut being treated at the clinic on January 24. On January 29, Peanut was presented to another DVM at Respondent’s clinic for removal of four mammary masses. The surgery was uneventful. On February 2, Peanut returned for bleeding of the incision. Peanut was anesthetized and the incision was reopened. Upon further questioning, the owner related the visit 9 days earlier and showed the bottle of Vitamin K that had been prescribed by Respondent. The Vitamin K dose was increased and prescribed for an additional 28 tablets. 2016-125: A rat terrier named Lady was presented to Respondent who diagnosed diabetes and prescribed insulin and steroids. Respondent’s medical records did not contain exam findings or drug dosages. | Formal Reprimand; 1 year probated
suspension (60 days ACTIVE suspension from
date
of board order); $5,000 admin. penalty; add'l 12 hrs CE; |
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McNeal, Jill R. Jill McNeal DVM |
9250 | Ft. Worth | 2017-046 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on
hand for ketamine, euthanasia, or tramadol. Because of these
inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether
diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement
Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled
substances for the facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty. |
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Meyer, Jay K. Jay Meyer DVM |
8248 | McAllen | 2017-011 | 10/18/2016 | Continuing Education | As
a
result of a February 24, 2016 compliance inspection by the
Board, Respondent was found to have obtained only 3 of the
required 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for
calendar year 2015. |
$750 admin. penalty; 14 hrs add'l CE. |
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Michler, Jon D. Jon Michler DVM |
10037 | Jasper | 2016-176 | 10/18/2016 | Standard of Care, Extra-label or Off-label Use of Drugs | On October 15, 2015, a 5-month-old kitten, Murderface, was presented to Respondent for neutering, deworming, and vaccines. On October 16, a pre-operative exam was performed but pre-anesthetic bloodwork was not. Metacam was given orally. Respondent did not inform the owner that its off-label usage could pose a risk to Murderface’s health. Murderface was sedated with ketamine/xylazine, and a prophylactic dose of penicillin was administered. Surgery was completed and Murderface was discharged later in the day, in a noticeably uncoordinated state, somewhat lethargic, and vomiting food and water. His condition worsened with bloody diarrhea through October 18. He was taken to another DVM and found to be dehydrated, hypothermic, ataxic, and ulcerated in the oropharynx. Blood work revealed uremia hyperphosphatemia that was treated with IV fluids, an antiemetic, phosphate binder, and famotidine. Murderface was transferred to an emergency and urgent care center for overnight intensive treatment. An x-ray on October 19 revealed abdominal sensitivity; IDEXX review concluded that there was free gas and fluid in the abdomen most consistent with GI perforation. Because Murderface had not improved and recovery was unlikely, the owner elected to have him humanely euthanized on October 19. | Formal Reprimand; Restitution; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. |
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Millington, Nicholas R. Nicholas Millington DVM |
11302 | Austin | 2016-145 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
an
August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not
have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances,
nor did his system account for “back stock” of drugs that had
not been opened. Because of this insufficient system, Respondent
could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring.
Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
registration nor order controlled substances for the facility. |
Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty. |
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Miskimins, Joel A. Joel Miskimins DVM |
5232 | Garland | 2016-108 | 04/19/2016 | Rabies Control | On April 22, a client presented his dog to Respondent for a rabies vaccine. During the examination, the dog bit the technician on duty. Although he was aware of the bite, Respondent failed to immediately report the incident to a local health authority. | Informal Reprimand. |
| 12634 | Alvarado | 2017-047 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
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Montalbano, John G. John Montalbano DVM |
11256 | Harlingen | 2016-090 | 07/19/2016 | Standard of Care | On February 28, 2015, a 7-year-old Dalmation, Paco, was presented to Respondent with a broken leg. Respondent instructed the owner to bring Paco back on another day for surgery to repair the fractured femur. On March 4, Respondent performed surgery, placing a femoral pin that was not properly seated and protruded through the skin at the upper portion of Paco’s femur. Respondent then placed a splint on the leg. On March 17, the owner brought Paco to Respondent for a follow up appointment. Paco had a weeping ulcer at the incision site that Respondent treated with laser therapy and antibiotics through April 16. On April 27, Respondent performed another surgery to remove loose bone fragments from Paco’s leg. Throughout this period, Paco’s condition continued to deteriorate. On May 5, Paco was taken to another veterinary clinic; radiographs revealed several bone fragments and a fracture site with no sign of significant healing. On May 12, Paco was presented to another DVM for surgery, but it was determined that Paco was not healthy enough to undergo another surgery. Paco was euthanized on May 15. | Formal Reprimand; Restitution; 6 hrs add'l CE. |
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Moorer, Jeremiah D. Jeremiah Moorer DVM |
11488 | San Antonio | 2016-172 | 10/18/2016 | Standard of Care; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On November 15, 2015, a 1-year-old Maltapoo, Mercedes, was presented to Respondent for evaluation of right medial patella luxation. After a discussion of treatment options, the owner elected to proceed with surgical correction. On November 27, 2015, Mercedes was presented for surgery. The veterinary technician failed to ensure that the pop-off valve was open while Mercedes was attached to the anesthesia machine, resulting in cardiac arrest. Following CPR, IV fluids, epinephrine, atropine, and shock from external paddles, Mercedes was revived. Respondent informed the owner of the situation, including that it was due to the pop-off valve being closed. For 2 days, Mercedes was monitored for improvement but she suffered neurologic damage. On November 29, Mercedes was being monitored by a specialist, vocalized and collapsed. The specialist intubated Mercedes and administered atropine and epinephrine with no response. | Informal Reprimand. |
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Morgan, Lisa A. Lisa Morgan DVM |
7981 | Texarkana | 2017-048 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or hydromorphone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty. |
| 13500 | Spring | 2016-188 | 12/08/2016 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On May 5, 2016, 2.5-year-old Great Pyrenees, Isis, was presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. During the procedure, Iris suffered internal bleeding which reportedly stopped before incision closure. Before discharge, Iris was lethargic and her gums were pale. She was discharged at ~6pm with a catheter and IV on a stretcher to her owners with instructions to administer antibiotics and analgesics and to take her to an emergency facility if her condition worsened. Around 7pm, Isis was presented to an emergency hospital where an ultrasound identified fluid in the cranial abdomen and around the liver. The veterinarian there recommended exploratory surgery. Later that evening, Iris was transferred back to the original clinic where Respondent’s employer, another veterinarian, operated and removed 1350cc blood from Isis’ abdomen. He performed a blood transfusion but Isis died during this procedure at ~1155pm. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution $230; 10 hrs. add'l CE in emergency medicine | |
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Murphy, Todd P. Todd Murphy DVM |
7782 | League City | 2016-065 | 01/26/2016 | Agreed Licensure Order; Standard of Care | On December 13, 2010, the Board issued a Final Decision and Order revoking Applicant’s veterinary license after finding violations of standard of care in four patients. Applicant obtained his Tennessee veterinary license and moved to Tennessee in 2009. In September 2014, the Tennessee Board issued a Final Order revoking Applicant’s Tennessee veterinary license after finding violations of standard of care in six patients, failure to maintain accurate patient records, and failure to disclose Texas disciplinary actions to the Tennessee Board. In May 2015, the Mississippi Board issued an order revoking Applicant’s veterinary license based on the Tennessee Board’s revocation. Applicant petitioned the Texas Board for reinstatement of his license, presenting evidence of the circumstances surrounding his disciplinary action in Texas and Tennessee as well as evidence of his clinical competence. | *LICENSE REINSTATED!!* Take and pass state licensing exam within one year; Upon passing licensing exam, 5 yrs. probated suspension; Must practice with at least 2 other veterinarians; Work under board approved supervising veterinarian. |
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Murphy, Todd P. Todd Murphy DVM |
7782 | League City | 2016-191 | 10/18/2016 | Violation of Board Order | On February 16, 2016, the Board approved Agreed Licensure Order 2016-065 which required Respondent to 1) designate a Board-approved supervising DVM and to practice veterinary medicine only in a setting comprised of ≥3 Texas-licensed DVMs, and 2) submit quarterly reports addressing the areas of quality of care, client communication, recordkeeping, and any other reasonable matter the Executive Director may require. On or about April 4, 2016, Respondent was hired to work at a clinic under a DVM who was not regularly practicing at said clinic until July 2016, although Respondent and the DVM submitted a joint request that the DVM be designated as Respondent’s supervising DVM pursuant to Licensure Order 2016-065. On July 2, 2016, Board investigators made an unannounced visit to the clinic at which time Respondent was the sole practitioner present. Respondent had regularly practiced veterinary medicine without regular supervision. | Formal Reprimand; 30 day ACTIVE suspension;
$1,000
admin. penalty |
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Murray,
Colleen Colleen Murray DVM |
5788 | Dallas | 2016-031 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Murray, Randall S. Randall Murray DVM |
5789 | Texarkana | 2017-049 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 28, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or hydromorphone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. |
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Nascimi,
Heidi Heidi Nascimi DVM |
12852 | Austin | 2016-133 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 5, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the clinic’s log book did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or hydrocodone. | IInformal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty |
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Nazzal, Cherie A. Cherie Nazzal DVM |
5535 | Gilmer | 2014-246 | 10/18/2016 | Patient Record Keeping, Observance of Confidentiality | In November 2013, a 3-month-old Chihuahua, Longhair, was presented to Respondent for neuter and treatment of an eye injury. The foster owner was told to call the hospital around 4 pm to see whether Longhair would be ready for discharge, but he went to the hospital at 4:30 pm instead and was told that Longhair was next in line for surgery and that he should call the next day around noon. Prior to surgery, Respondent examined Longhair and diagnosed an undescended left testicle. She proceeded with surgery, removed the right testicle and searched for and removed the left testicle, which was located by Longhair’s last rib above his kidney. The procedure lasted 3 hours, during which time Longhair did not receive IV fluids. Respondent stated that Longhair exhibited symptoms of shock afterward, so she administered IV fluids. The patient records did not reflect that Respondent unsuccessfully attempted to perform a blood test or that she treated him to maintain blood glucose levels. Respondent took Longhair home with her the night of November 12. On November 13, the foster owner called the hospital at ~11 am and was informed that Longhair was not doing well. He and his wife went to the hospital around noon, and Longhair was alive but lifeless and cold. They took Longhair home where they unsuccessfully attempted to warm him, and he died at ~7:15 pm that night. After Longhair’s death, the foster owner posted comments regarding Respondent and Longhair’s treatment on a Facebook website. Respondent posted public responses including detailed information about her care and treatment of Longhair | Formal Reprimand; 6 hrs add'l CE |
| 3965 | Weatherford | 2017-050 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, euthanasia, or tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
|
New,
Russell Russell New DVM |
8251 | Terrell | 2016-094 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 23, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not accurate balances in his controlled substance log. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Newman,
Julie Julie Newman DVM |
8175 | Austin | 2017-076 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a July 6, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for morphine, tramadol, and hydrocodone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 3461 | Dallas | 2017-051 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a February 23, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, euthanasia solution, or tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty. | |
| 7557 | Sugar Land | 2016-166 | 10/18/2016 | Standard of Care | On the night of November 22 and the early morning of November 23, 2014, the owner of a 13-year-old Chihuahua, Teddy, noticed that he was having difficulty urinating and took him to a specialty and emergency hospital. An LVT took Teddy’s history, then he was presented to Respondent for examination. Teddy had a large distended gas-filled stomach with a volvulus, confirmed by x-ray. Respondent informed the owner of the diagnosis and that surgery was necessary or Teddy would have to be euthanized. The owner consulted with her husband and determined that surgery would be too difficult on Teddy, so authorized euthanasia, which was performed by Respondent. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
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Ohashiegbula-Iwunze,
Eunice Eunice Ohashiegbula-Iwunze DVM |
10307 | Katy | 2016-039 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a September 21, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, euthanasia solution, or butorphanol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. |
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Parker,
Leanne Leanne Parker DVM |
7632 | Austin | 2016-141 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances, nor did her system account for “back stock” of drugs that had not been opened. Because of this insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. |
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Parker,
Patrick Patrick Parker DVM |
3302 | Grand Prairie | 2016-033 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 13, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, beuthanasia, and ketamine. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 5571 | Sanger | 2017-052 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 22, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or torbugesic. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility | informal Reprimand | |
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Patin,
Phillip Phillip Patin DVM |
7828 | Bulverde | 2017-088 | 12/08/2016 | Continuing Education | During an August 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, Respondent did not complete any of the 17 required hours of continuing education for 2013, although he reported to the Board that all 17 hours had been completed | $1,500 admin. penalty; 17 hrs. add'l CE |
| New Mexico | 2016-011 | 01/26/2016 | Other | On September 28, 2015, Applicant presented an application to the Board for a veterinary license. On September 10, 2010, Applicant entered into Agreed Cease and Desist Order 10-090 with the Board; however, on his license application attested that he had never been a party to any civil legal proceeding relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. He also attested that he had never been subject to any disciplinary action, including informal settlements, reprimands, administrative penalties, or other orders. Upon notification of this deficiency, Applicant reported that his accountant submitted the application and the accountant was not aware of the cease and desist order. | Upon passing licensing exam; 2 year stayed suspension | ||
| 9601 | Nacogdoches | 2017-053 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 22, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or torbugesic. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 11056 | Beaumont | 2016-159 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or diazepam. Additionally, the facility did not keep a controlled substances log for acepromazine/ketamine mixture or torbugesic/ketamine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 10615 | San
Marcos,
CA |
2016-101 | 04/19/2016 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Relating to Certain Entities. | From April through July 2015, Respondent was engaged by Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice as an independent contractor to practice veterinary medicine. Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice is not owned by a DVM. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 5548 | Abilene | 2016-109 | 07/19/2016 | Observance of Confidentiality | On August 21, 2015 a dog, Cassie was presented to a different DVM at Respondent’s clinic for a skin condition. That DVM examined Cassie and recommended treatments which the owner declined. On September 30, 2015, the owner published a negative review of the clinic online. Respondent authorized the publication of a response to the review including details of Cassie’s examination, physical condition, and medical history. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 10221 | Weatherford | 2017-054 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. Additionally, the facility did not keep controlled substances logs for drugs being stored outside the main facility, including those stored on trucks for mobile veterinary work. Instead, controlled substances were recorded as they were removed from the facility and the log did not necessarily reflect the correct recipients. Because of this system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12152 | Van Alstyne | 2017-055 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection (although the Drug Enforcement Administration [DEA] registrant who ordered controlled substances was), and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 13614 | McAllen | 2017-056 | 10/18/2016 | Continuing Education | As a result of a February 24, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, Respondent was found to have obtained only 11 of the required 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2015, although at the time he renewed his license, he reported to the Board that he had obtained all 17 hours. | $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE | |
| 13626 | Boerne | 2016-058 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping | On July 30, 2015, a dog, Murphy, was presented to Respondent after being struck by a car. Respondent examined Murphy, found a dime-sized puncture wound in the left inguinal region near the penis, and treated him for pain and inflammation. Despite receiving almost 1 L of fluid by the next day, Murphy had not urinated, so Respondent performed surgery, revealing a massive degloving injury extending from the left axilla to the left inguinal region and fluid leaking from the area around the penis. Respondent closed the large defect, placed drains and a urinary catheter, and continued antibiotics. Prior to discharge, Murphy removed the Elizabethan collar and pulled out some of the drains and the catheter. Under Respondent’s instruction, a technician stapled closed the holes that remained from the pulled drain tubes. Murphy continued antibiotics at the clinic and upon discharge August 3. On August 4, Murphy returned to the clinic with complications including dehiscence and areas of necrosis. Respondent recommended referral to a specialist, but the owners declined. On August 7, Respondent performed a second surgery. Necrotic tissue was removed, local antibiotics were administered, and a drain was placed. On August 8, Murphy spiked a fever and was treated with chilled IV fluids and Banamine, which brought the fever down. Respondent said that he was not comfortable leaving Murphy at the clinic overnight due to lack of support staff, so Murphy was taken home the morning of August 8, but was euthanized later that day. | Formal Reprimand; Restitution; 9 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 2272 | Del Rio | 2016-015 | 04/19/2016 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping | On January 6, 2015, a 6-month-old cat, Molly, was presented to Respondent’s veterinary hospital for a spay procedure. The owner telephoned the clinic later in the day and was told that Molly was in recovery and doing fine. On January 7, 2015, at approximately 8:30 am, the clinic’s receptionist called the owner to inform her that Molly had died. Respondent told the owner that he left the clinic shortly after performing the spay procedure and instructed his staff to check on Molly before closing the clinic at 5 pm. After Molly’s death, the staff told Respondent that Molly had been breathing slowly but acceptably when they closed the clinic. Respondent’s patient records lacked sufficient details of the spay procedure and did not include Molly’s weight. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9883 | Austin | 2016-143 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances. Respondent utilized a single “working stock” log that documented the names, amounts, and dates of substances used. In addition to omitting the required balance on hand, this system did not account for “back stock” drugs that had not been opened. Because of this insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
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Richards, Jason Jason Richards DVM |
8896 | Nacogdoches | 2017-081 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 23, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, torbugesic, or tramadol. Because of this insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty |
| 11065 | New Braunfels | 2016-040 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, phenobarbital, SleepAway, telazol, or euthasol. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 8599 | Weatherford | 2017-057 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. Additionally, the facility did not keep controlled substances logs for drugs being stored outside the main facility, including those stored on trucks for mobile veterinary work. Instead, controlled substances were recorded as they were removed from the facility and the log did not necessarily reflect the correct recipients. Because of this system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
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Rudnick,
Helen Helen Rudnick DVM |
13483 | Austin | 2016-134 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a July 8, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not an accurate balance on hand for alprazolam, fentanyl, and hydrocodone. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty |
| 12944 | Dallas | 2016-182 | 07/19/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | Applicant previously held a veterinary license with the TBVME. On January 27, 2015, Applicant entered into Agreed Order 2015-026 which suspended her license for 5 years with potential to modify based on 1) Respondent compliance with the Board’s Peer Assistance Program for 1 year, and 2) the Board’s Peer Assistance Program determining Respondent was safe to practice veterinary medicine. On March 1, 2015, Applicant’s veterinary license expired, and on March 1, 2016, it was cancelled. On June 9, 2016, Applicant submitted an application for a veterinary license. | Upon licensure, 5 year probated suspension; Enter peer assistance contract for 5 years; 6 months direct supervision. | |
| 8608 | Haslet | 2016-149 | 07/19/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | On or about April 28, 2016, Respondent underwent a psychological examination determining that he could not safely practice veterinary medicine. On May 10, 2016, the Executive Disciplinary Committee entered an Order of Temporary Suspension (Without Notice of Hearing) against Respondent, because Respondent was a continuing or imminent threat to the public welfare. On or about May 16, 2016, Respondent entered a 30-day treatment program. | Schall Temporary Suspension Order Schall Continuation Temporary Suspension ACTIVE SUSPENSION Schall Reinstatement Order |
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| 8197 | Beaumont | 2016-161 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for torbugesic or diazepam. Additionally, the facility did not keep a controlled substances log for acepromazine/ketamine mixture or torbugesic/ketamine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 10451 | Boyd | 2016-153 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 20, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine or euthanasia solution. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 8674 | Bedford | 2016-099 | 04/19/2016 | Prohibition Against Interference or Intervention; Prohibited Practices Relating to Certain Entities. | From 2010 to August 2015, Respondent was engaged by Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice as an independent contractor to practice veterinary medicine. Beyond the Rainbow Pet Hospice is not owned by a DVM. | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 9706 | Austin | 2016-142 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances. Respondent utilized a single “working stock” log that documented the names, amounts, and dates of substances used. In addition to omitting the required balance on hand, this system did not account for “back stock” drugs that had not been opened. Because of the insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 11321 | Dallas | 2017-004 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a February 24, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Beuthanasia, Tramadol, and Torbutrol. The balances had not been updated in ~8 weeks. Controlled substances used in the clinic were ordered using another DVM’s Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration number. | Informal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 2081 | Round Rock | 2017-084 | 12/08/2016 | Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care | On July 19, 2016, kitten, Abby, was presented to the clinic with diarrhea and seen by Respondent’s colleague who performed a fecal test (which was normal) and recommended canned food with probiotics and a recheck. On July 22, the client returned to the clinic. Abby’s diarrhea had resolved but she continued to lose weight so the veterinarian recommended another recheck and possible diagnostics by another veterinarian. On July 25, Abby returned and Respondent recommended another fecal test. The client questioned the rationale for another fecal test. Respondent then dismissed the client from the clinic using profane language. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Jurisprudence Exam | |
| 13268 | Ft. Worth | 2017-060 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, morphine, or the ketamine/acepromazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 9307 | El Paso | 2017-061 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 10768 | Killeen | Temporary Suspension Order |
03/31/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Violation of Board Order | On July 24, 2012, Respondent entered into an Agreed Order with the Board that prohibited him from consuming alcohol, required him to participate in the Board’s peer assistance program, and required him to comply with his peer assistance contract. On February 10, 2014 and July 29, 2014, the Professional Recovery Network (PRN), the Board’s peer assistance program, reported to the Board that Respondent had tested positive for metabolites of alcohol during urine drug screens. On January 27, 2015, Respondent entered into another Agreed Order which required him to complete a 5-year peer assistance contract. On May 12, 2015, PRN reported to the Board that Respondent tested positive for metabolites of alcohol during a urine drug scree. On March 24, 2016, a random hair test of Respondent was positive for methamphetamine, cocaine, and metabolites of alcohol. | TEMPORARY SUSPENSION |
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| 8677 | Buda | 2016-146 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances. Respondent utilized a single “working stock” log that documented the names, amounts, and dates of substances used. In addition to omitting the required balance on hand, this system did not account for “back stock” drugs that had not been opened. Because of the insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 4382 | Coppell | 2016-035 | 01/26/2016 | Adherence to the Law | On May 27, 2015, Respondent was charged with a felony violation of 26 U.S.C. §7212(a) Attempts to Interfere with Administration of Internal Revenue Laws. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 10877 | Austin | 2016-030 | 01/26/2016 | Operation of Temporary Limited Service Veterinary Services | Respondent operated a temporary limited-service clinic at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter without first providing notice to the Board. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 12553 | Weatherford | 2017-062 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 14, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a controlled substances log on the premises. The licensed veterinary technician in charge of the controlled substances stated she had taken the log books for 2015 and 2016 to her home. She attempted to present the Board investigator with an electronic log but appeared unfamiliar with the computer program. Many of the balances in the electronic log displayed as negative amounts, yet the facility had euthanasia, ketamine, diazepam, and torbugesic on hand. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $250 admin. penalty | |
| 11087 | Lufkin | 2017-078 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 21, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine and diazepam. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 9119 | Mineral Wells | 2017-063 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 16, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that the controlled substances log had not been updated for more than 4 weeks, and Respondent utilized controlled substances during that time. Respondent had euthasol, tramadol, buprenorphine, and diazepam on hand. Because the balance on hand had not been maintained, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 11873 | Alvarado | 2017-064 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection, and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 5379 | Mesquite | 2016-078 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a June 2, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for morphine and tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty
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| 3824 | Dallas | 2016-079 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Controlled Substances Registration | During a June 3, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a total balance on hand for ketamine, tramadol, or phenobarbital. Respondent also did not have his controlled substances stored in a secure cabinet or under safe lock and key. At the time of the Board’s inspection, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) also performed an inspection and found that Respondent did not have his controlled substances invoices separated from his other invoices, as required by DEA. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
| 11671 | McAllen | 2017-082 | 12/08/2016 | Operation of Temporary Limited Service Veterinary Services; Rabies Control | From September 2015 through May 2016, Respondent operated a temporary limited-service clinic at various locations throughout Texas without first notifying the Board. The rabies certificates provided by Respondent’s business did not include an address for the vaccinating veterinarian. | Informal Reprimand; Jurisprudence Exam | |
| 13233 | Austin | 2016-144 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 20, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have a recorded balance on hand for any controlled substances. Respondent utilized a single “working stock” log that documented the names, amounts, and dates of substances used. In addition to omitting the required balance on hand, this system did not account for “back stock” drugs that had not been opened. Because of the insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand;$250 admin. penalty | |
| 6336 | Ft. Worth | 2015-197 | 01/26/2016 | Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case | On December 13, 2014, 10-year-old poodle, Maverick, was presented to the hospital because he was not eating. A veterinarian examined Maverick, diagnosed swollen tonsils and a sore throat, administered antibiotics and force fed him, and discharged him with instructions to continue antibiotics and force feeding. Within 10 minutes of leaving the hospital, Maverick vomited all of the food he had received at the hospital. On December 15, Maverick returned after continuing to vomit the food. The same veterinarian performed radiographs and blood work and diagnosed pancreatitis. She recommended Maverick be hospitalized and receive fluids, and the client agreed. That same day, Respondent examined Maverick and increased his fluids, pain medications, and antibiotics. On December 17, Respondent advised the client that Maverick was doing well. On December 18, without telling the client that Maverick’s condition had deteriorated, Respondent told her she could pick him up and care for him at home. The client arrived at the hospital to find Maverick with labored breathing and trouble standing. That night, the client texted Respondent that Maverick’s condition had worsened. On December 19, the client took Maverick to an emergency hospital where he was diagnosed with cancer and the client elected to euthanize him. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 12436 | Georgetown | 2016-152 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 8, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a recorded balance on hand for tramadol. Because of the insufficient system, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5686 | Boyd | 2016-168 | 10/18/2016 | Professional Standard of Care; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping; Alternate Therapies - Holistic Medicine; Observance of Confidentiality; Duty to Cooperate with the Board | In 2014, mare, Sugar, was presented to Respondent for examination after a difficult unload from a trailer. Respondent instructed a barn worker to trot Sugar, then pulled a crystal from his pocket and diagnosed Sugar with an inflamed stifle. The client transported Sugar to another veterinarian where she was diagnosed with inflamed hocks but cleared of stifle problems. Respondent was called to the same client’s barn to perform a pregnancy test on a different mare, Fargo. Respondent pulled a crystal from his pocket, held it over the mare, and declared that she was in foal. When the client requested that Respondent palpate Fargo, he did so and stated that no foal was present. Respondent’s records for Ruby and Sugar did not contain necessary details. On April 24, 2015, the same client again contacted Respondent informing him that she thought strangles might be present in a barn where she was boarding two of her horses. Respondent contacted the barn’s owner to inform them of his client’s concern and the fact that she had an unpaid veterinary bill. The barn’s owner gave the client 1 week to remove her horses from the barn. Respondent did not submit records for Fargo. The board sent opening documentation regarding the complaints to Respondent on October 14, 2015. Despite repeated attempts to move the investigation along, Respondent did not respond, including to a subpoena with a deadline of January 15, 2016. Respondent’s written response was received on January 29, 2016. | Formal Reprimand; 2 yr. stayed suspension; Probation entire period; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 14614 | Texarkana | 2017-090 | 12/08/2016 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain a License | On September 12, 2016, Applicant applied for a veterinary license and responded “no” to the question “Have you ever had a license to practice veterinary medicine revoked, suspended, canceled, or surrendered OR been subject to any disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, Informal Settlements, Reprimands, administrative penalties or other Orders?” On September 16, the Board received information from the Arkansas Board indicating that Applicant was disciplined in 2012 for a record keeping violation. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 2832 | Nacogdoches | 2017-065 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 22, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine and torbugesic. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 4789 | Nacogdoches | 2017-079 | 12/08/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 23, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, torbugesic, or tramadol. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring. Respondent held a DEA registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty | |
| 7871 | El Paso | 2017-066 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration and ordered controlled substances for the facility. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 11101 | Alvarado | 2017-067 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a January 19, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not have an accurate balance on hand for ketamine, Beuthanasia, or tramadol. Respondent stated the controlled substances log presented to the Board investigator was not the correct log, the non-DVM staff member responsible was not present on the day of inspection, and that the facility implemented protocols to familiarize DVMs with proper procedure. Respondent did not hold a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand | |
| 10932 | Austin | 2016-027 | 01/26/2016 | Continuing Education; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent indicated on her license renewal application that she did not obtain any of the required 17 hours of continuing education during calendar year 2014. The Board requested that Respondent provide a written statement regarding her failure to complete the requirements with a deadline of April 15, 2015. Respondent did not provide a statement until September 25. | Formal Reprimand; $750 admin. penalty; 17 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 9634 | Richardson | 2016-050 | 01/26/2016 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | In January 2015, Respondent entered into an agreement with the Professional Recovery Network (PRN) that required her to abstain from alcohol. On or about August 12, 2015, Respondent was selected for a drug screen and tested positive for the metabolites of alcohol. She also admitted to using alcohol on August 18, 2015. Respondent entered into a new PRN agreement on or about November 23, 2015. | Formal Reprimand; Comply with PRN agreement | |
| 5575 | Houston | 2016-034 | 01/26/2016 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On July 17, 2014, Respondent was arrested, charged with, and later received deferred adjudication for the class B misdemeanor indecent exposure. Respondent failed to report the charges to the Board within 30 days. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12567 | Arlington | 2017-083 | 12/08/2016 | Continuing Education | During a March 30, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, Respondent was unable to provide proof of 12.5 of the required 17 hours of continuing education for 2013. Respondent reported to the Board on the license renewal form that all 17 hours had been completed. | $1,500 admin. penalty; 12.5 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 6897 | San Antonio | 2016-047 | 01/26/2016 | Patient Records Release and Charges | In November 2014, a client requested that Respondent send her the veterinary medical records for her cats. The records that Respondent provided were incomplete, and the complete records were not provided until April 1, 2015. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 10175 | Whitesboro | 2016-064 | 04/19/2016 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On March 11, 2014, 8-year-old quarter horse, Daisy, was presented to a hospital where Respondent provided veterinary services to be foaled out and eventually rebred. Daisy had recently been treated for abscesses in her front feet by another veterinarian. During the first week of May 2014, the client made approximately 12 calls to Mr. Gardiner. Respondent was non-responsive during this time. The client requested on May 15 that Respondent call her but Respondent instead sent a text message. Respondent did not keep individual patient records for Daisy, and the records kept did not include details of the examinations or treatments provided. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE | |
| 3344 | Ft. Worth | 2016-175 | 07/19/2016 | Default on Student Loan | On January 14, 2016, the Board was notified by the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation that Respondent was not in good standing on a student loan payment agreement. On February 11, 2016, the Board was notified that Respondent was in repayment and current on the account. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 4823 | Houston | 2016-181 | 07/19/2016 | Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | During the treatment of a 4-year-old Shih Tzu, Boo Boo, Respondent failed to make adequate medical records. Specifically, the records did not contain the name, strength, dosage, and route of administration for sedation used during a dental procedure. The records also did not include details regarding the dental procedure performed. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping | |
| 11884 | Weatherford | 2017-068 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a March 15, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthasol or torbugesic. The inspection also revealed that the facility does not keep controlled substance logs for controlled drugs being stored outside of the main facility, including drugs being stored on trucks used for mobile veterinary work. Instead, the protocol was to record controlled substances in the log as they were removed from the primary facility. Thus, the controlled substance log would not necessarily reflect the correct patient that received the drugs. This system prevented Respondent from adequately monitoring whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent did not hold a DEA registration or order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 2679 |
San Antonio | 2016-024 | 07/19/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 19, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for euthanasia solution or ketamine. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| 8218 |
El Paso | 2017-069 | 10/18/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 3, 2016 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for Fatal Plus, tramadol, hydromorphone, telazol, or ketamine. Additionally, there was no log for telazol/ketamine/xylazine mixture. Because of these inaccuracies, Respondent could not adequately monitor whether diversion was occurring once controlled substances were removed from the primary facility. Respondent held a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration but did not order controlled substances for the facility. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 5578 |
San Antonio | 2016-053 | 01/26/2016 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 18, 2015 on-site inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for tramadol, ketamine, or beuthanasia. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 2015 |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
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Akin, Joel B. Joel Akin DVM |
6921 | Houston | 2016-021-1 | 11/16/2015 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Adherence to the Law | During
an
Executive Disciplinary Committee meeting, two individuals
reported having received information that Respondent was
impaired at work and a licensed veterinary technician stated
that he smelled of alcohol at work. Respondent’s Facebook page
had two posts from November 15, 2015 containing suicidal
comments. |
TEMPORARY SUSPENSION |
|
Anderson, Andra Andra Anderson DVM |
5437 | Frisco | 2015-059 | 10/13/2015 | Violation of Board Order | On
June
3, 2014, the Board entered into Final Decision and Order
578-14-2671 under which Respondent was to pay $750 within 45
days (July 18, 2014). Respondent did not make payment by that
date. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
| 9778 | Winters | 2015-172 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
Board compliance inspection on February 18, 2015, it was
discovered that Respondent failed to maintain suitable
controlled substances logs by not maintaining the required data,
including the correct balance on hand. Specifically, Respondent
failed to document a balance on hand for 9 controlled
substances. Further, Respondent failed to maintain a balance on
hand for euthasol from November 8, 2013 through February 1,
2015. Respondent stated that he was unaware that his controlled
substances log had to maintain a balance of each drug. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
| Aziz,
Lina Lina Aziz DVM |
11807 | Houston | 2015-055 | 01/27/2015 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain the required 17 hours of continuing education during
calendar year 2013. Respondent was short 9 hours for calendar
year 2013. |
$750 admin penalty; Additional 4 hours CE by end of one year from date of board order. |
| Banfield,
Catherine Catherine Banfield DVM |
4894 | Starkville, MS | 2015-087 | 01/27/2015 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain the full 17 hours of continuing education required for
calendar years 2011, 2012, 2013. Respondent, at the time she
renewed her license, reported to the Board that she had obtained
all 17 hours of continuing education for each of those years. |
$2,250 admin penalty; Additional 51 hours CE by end of one year from date of board order. |
| 10182 | Nichols Hills OK | 2015-057 | 10/13/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail on April 9, 2014, it was
discovered that Respondent obtained only 12 of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011,
although at the time of renewing his license, he reported that
he had obtained all 17 hours. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; Add'l 5 hrs. CE | |
| 9454 | Humble | 2016-010 | 10/13/2015 | Continuing Education | During a Board compliance
inspection on April 24, 2015, it was discovered that
Respondent obtained only 3 of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2013 and none for
calendar year 2014, although at the time of renewing her
license, she reported that she had obtained all 17 hours for
those years. |
$3,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 31 hrs. CE | |
| Baumi,
Robert Robert Baumi DVM |
4277 | San Antonio | +2015-083 |
01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent's
controlled
substance registration expired on January 31, 2014. Respondent's
registration was terminated due to non-renewal on July 31, 2014.
Respondent admits to administering and dispensing controlled
substances after his registration expired. Respondent now has a
current registration (Agreed Order 12/26/14). |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 5694 | Ft. Worth | 2015-138 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care | In August 2014, another DVM
requested copies of medical records from Respondent for a
2-year-old cat named Zoie who had a persistent bladder
infection. After review of the medical records and three snap
tests, it was determined that Zoie had feline leukemia that
Respondent neglected to test, including prior to vaccination.
Respondent examined Zoie at least three times in 2012. On
February 25, 2013, Zoie was presented to Respondent’s clinic
for a spay procedure at which point a feline leukemia/FIV test
was offered, but the owner declined assuming it had been
tested previously by Respondent. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| Bermes,
Genelle Genelle Bermes DVM |
11524 | New Braunfels | 2015-084 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent's
controlled
substance registration expired on January 31, 2014. Respondent's
registration was terminated due to non-renewal on July 31, 2014.
Respondent admits to administering controlled substances after
her registration expired. As of November 17, 2014, Respondent
had not renewed her registration (Agreed Order 12/29/14).
|
$500 admin. penalty |
| 5695 | Groesbeck | 2015-166 | 07/21/2015 | Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | On September 1, 2014, an
11-year-old dog (records reflected 13 years of age) Ozzie
presented to Respondent’s clinic unable to walk. Respondent
diagnosed possible liver disease and a tentative diagnosis of
hepatopathy with encephalopathy. The owner signed a do not
resuscitate order. After the owner left the clinic, Ozzie
declined, and Respondent decided to euthanize Ozzie but failed
to obtain permission from the owner. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 12443 | Tyler | 2015-192 | 10/13/2015 | Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | A horse named Sunny was boarded
at a ranch. The owner did not authorize the ranch to provide
veterinary treatment unless there was an emergency and the
ranch was unable to reach her. On February 25, 2015 the ranch
hired Respondent to examine, vaccinate, deworm, and perform
Coggins testing for the horses boarded at the ranch. The owner
was not present at the time of treatment and did not provide
any written or oral authorization. Respondent said that she
attempted to contact the owner by phone but was unable to
reach her. On October 29, 2014, the owner was notified by
Respondent’s hospital that she had an outstanding balance for
the treatment provided by Respondent. The owner refused to pay
because she had not authorized treatment. (TVR
comment - dates are as specified in order) |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 4082 | Ft. Worth | 2015-037 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | On March 19, 2014, a 9-year-old
female Great Pyrenees named Daisy was presented to Respondent
for teeth cleaning. The owner called the hospital at
approximately 2:30 pm and was told to pick up Daisy at 4:00
pm. Between 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm, Respondent contacted the
owner to tell him Daisy was in distress and needed to go to an
emergency clinic. The owner picked up Daisy and Respondent was
not present; the office clerk and her boyfriend were the only
people at the hospital. Daisy was unresponsive on the floor.
The owner put her in his truck and took her to an emergency
clinic. There, Daisy had a temperature measuring 109 degrees
and was diagnosed with malignant hyperthermia, which could
have been due to a reaction to anesthesia. The emergency
clinic DVM reportedly told the owner she wished she could have
seen Daisy earlier. The medical records provided to the Board
by Respondent failed to include the address and phone number
of the client, age of the patient, temperature of the patient,
name/dosage/concentration/and route of administration of each
drug prescribed, administered, and dispensed, details
necessary to substantiate the examination/diagnosis/and
treatment provided, the identity of the DVM who practiced
veterinary medicine on the animal, and the date and substance
of any referral recommendation. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs add'l CE | |
| Campbell,
Glen Glen Campbell DVM |
6791 | Richardson | 2015-069 | 01/27/2015 | Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs | During
the
Board's compliance inspection of Respondent on June 24, 2014,
Board investigator witnessed veterinary technicians vaccinate
animals without Respondent examining the animals prior to
vaccination. Investigator also witnessed Respondent's staff
failing to place prescription labels on prescription medication
(heartworm preventative). |
Informal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty, Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Carter,
Cynthia L.
Cynthia Carter DVM |
12459 | Austin | 2015-141 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a Board compliance
inspection on November 13, 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled substances
logs by not maintaining the required data, including the
correct balance on hand. Specifically, the amounts logged for
euthasol and ketamine were inaccurate when compared to the
amounts on hand. Respondent’s employer, another veterinarian,
admitted that the controlled substances log was not keeping a
correct running balance for these controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 11344 | Weatherford | 2015-049 | 07/21/2015 | Supervision of Non-veterinarians | On December 21, 2012, a
10-year-old female Yorkshire terrier named Sophie was
presented to Respondent for a dental cleaning and four
extractions. Respondent left the procedure to be performed by
the technicians employed by the hospital while he saw other
patients. He returned to Sophie approximately 2 hours later to
perform the one extraction that needed his attention, at which
point her temperature was 90.1 degrees. That was the first
time the technician took her temperature during the 2 to 3
hours she was under anesthesia. Respondent contended that he
had a very busy morning of patients and could not finish with
Sophie, despite her appointment for that day and that time.
Sophie was still comatose and unresponsive when the hospital
owner arrived 5 hours after the dental procedure began. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 7157 | Whitesboro | 2015-186 | 10/13/2015 | Supervision of Non-licensed Persons; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On February 13, 2015, a
9-month-old male longhair cat named Yodi was presented to
Respondent for rabies vaccination and neuter. When the owner
returned later in the day, the clinical staff informed him
that the staff had misprocessed his cat as feral and performed
an ear tip. Yodi was not feral but rather an indoor cat. After
the unauthorized procedure, Yodi will no longer allow people
to touch him on the head. Respondent instituted measures to
prevent this type of error from occurring again. |
Informal Reprimand | |
|
Coffman, Alan E. Alan Coffman DVM |
9540 | Allen | 2015-191 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
Board compliance inspection on October 27, 2017, it was
discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log failed to
maintain balance on hand for any of the controlled substances
used in the clinic. Respondent stated that he balanced his
controlled substances log twice per year and was not aware that
he was required to maintain a balance on hand for all controlled
substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. |
| 12288 | Roanoke | 2015-123 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care | On August 12, 2014, a 6-year-old
Great Pyrenees named Bonnie presented to Respondent for spay.
During the surgery, Respondent discovered that Bonnie was in
heat yet he continued with the surgery. Bonnie had excess
bleeding and Respondent used extra ligatures and a pressure
wrap to protect against hemorrhage. Respondent did not check
on Bonnie throughout the day but relied on his staff to
monitor her. More than 6 hours later, Bonne still had not
recovered from anesthesia. Respondent treated Bonnie with
pharmaceuticals, performed a physical examination, ran tests,
and Bonnie’s respiratory rate normalized. Respondent called
the owners and spoke with them about Bonnie’s recovery, then
he left the hospital. By the time he returned more than 4
hours later, Bonnie was in respiratory distress and then died.
The owners requested a necroscopy which Respondent performed,
concluding that her death was due to a hemorrhage in the
abdominal cavity. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE | |
|
Cooper, B. Kent Kent Cooper DVM |
3909 | Grand Prairie | 2016-005 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
Board compliance inspection on May 6, 2015, it was discovered
that Respondent did not have an accurate balance on hand for
tramadol, beuthanasia, morphine, ketamine, or diazepam. The
controlled substances log showed a balance of -2,946 tramadol
tablets but 1,025 were on hand, -710.5 mL beuthasol but 215 mL
were on hand, and -1.5 mL of ketamine but 10 mL were on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Copeland, Donald Donald Copeland DVM |
2592 | Houston | 2014-171 | 01/27/2015 | Supervision of Non - Veterinarians; Unauthorized Treatment | Respondent
improperly
delegated task of determining whether 14.5-year-old
non-ambulatory cat was in an appropriate state to be released.
Respondent performed unauthorized treatment by removing plaque
from cat's teeth without authorization from owner. Cat passed
away two days later. |
Informal Reprimand |
| 8638 | Sugar Land | 2015-103 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through a Board compliance
inspection by mail in June 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent obtained only 9.5 of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011, although at
the time of renewing her license, she reported that she had
obtained all 17 hours. |
$1,500 admin penalty; Additional 7.5 hours CE | |
|
Cordray, David David Cordray DVM |
5710 | Elma, WA | 2015-056 | 01/27/2015 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain the full 17 hours of continuing education required during
calendar year 2013. Respondent failed to obtain 6 of the
required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year
2013. Respondent, at the time he renewed his license, reported
to the Board that he had obtained all 17 hours of continuing
education. |
$1,500 admin penalty; Additional 6 hours CE by end of one year from date of board order. |
| 11245 | New Orleans, LA | 2015-105 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through a Board compliance
inspection by mail in April 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent obtained none of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011, although at
the time of renewing his license, he reported that he had
obtained all 17 hours. |
$1,500 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE | |
| 7692 | Livingston | 2015-132 | 07/21/2015 | Supervision of Non - Licensed Employees | On August 29, 2014, the Board
received a complaint from a former employee that Respondent
was allowing his non-veterinarian unlicensed employees to
practice veterinary medicine on animals at his clinic. One
employee admitted that she had performed neuter procedures on
cats in the past, which Respondent confirmed. Both the
employee and Respondent alleged that it was soley on stray
cats and it was between 3 and 6 years prior. Respondent
explained to a Board Investigator that he taught the employee
how to perform the neuter procedure that she had performed on
stray cats in the past. |
Formal Reprimand, $2,000 admin. penalty, Take and pass jurisprudence exam | |
|
Downes, Kimberly Kimberly Downes DVM |
6613 | Rowlett | 2015-053 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent's
controlled
substances registration had expired on February 28, 2014.
Respondent's registration was terminated due to non-renewal on
September 2, 2014. Respondent admits to administering and
dispensing controlled substances after her DPS registration
expired. Respondent now has a current DPS registration (Agreed
Order 12/10/14). |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 7446 | Fredericksburg | 2015-204 | 10/13/2015 | Continuing Education | During renewal of his license,
Respondent indicated that he obtained none of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2014. |
$750 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE | |
| 12414 | Houston | 2014-254 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Respondent failed to obtain any
of the 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for
calendar year 2013, despite renewing her license to practice
veterinary medicine in calendar year 2014. |
$750 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE | |
|
Epstein, Cassie Cassie Epstein DVM |
10689 | Denton | 2014-213 | 01/27/2015 | Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
January 29, 2014 compliance inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent failed to maintain any balances for
her 20 controlled substances. Respondent stated that she
supplied the City of Denton Animal Shelter with ketamine to
sedate animals prior to euthanasia without establishing a
veterinarian-client-patient relationship. A peace officer
with the City of Denton provided Respondent with a copy of his
DEA license and represented to Respondent that this practice was
allowed. After the investigation was initiated by the Board,
Respondent completed 4.5 hours of continuing education (CE)
regarding controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| 5177 | Alvin | 2015-146 | 07/21/2015 | Failure to Pay Child Support | On January 5, 2015, the Office
of the Attorney General of Texas (OAG) notified the board that
Respondent was in arrears on his required child support
payments, and that the Board should not renew his license.
Respondent was in arrears previously, resulting in Board Order
2012-28. On March 11, 2015, the Board was notified by the OAG
that Respondent had established a satisfactory repayment
agreement. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
| 10393 | Orange | 2015-131 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care; Failure to Refer a Case; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Extra or Off Label Use; Patient Record Keeping | On July 31, 2014, a 7-year-old
miniature Australian Shepherd named Little Joe presented to
Respondent for a routine medical visit concerning Little Joe’s
allergic reaction to flea bites. On the new patient admission
form, the owner wrote that ivermectin should not be
administered. Respondent prescribed and dispensed ivermectin,
labeling the vials as “IV 1%.” The owner was unaware that it
was ivermectin. After administering it to Little Joe, he
appeared to have vision problems, an unsteady gait, and
confusion. The owner presented him to an emergency clinic
where he was treated for ivermectin toxicity and then
transferred back to Respondent’s clinic for pneumonia, anemia,
and other medical issues. Respondent went on intermittent
vacations while Little Joe was under his care and, during
those times, Little Joe declined. During one of those
vacations in early September 2014, Respondent was notified
that Little Joe was declining and he said that he would
perform another blood transfusion upon his return. Little Joe
died before Respondent returned. With the owner’s permission,
Respondent cremated Little Joe. When she picked up his ashes,
she also requested a copy of the admission form she completed
on which she stated not to administer ivermectin. Respondent
did not provide it to her nor to the Board during the
investigation. Respondent reimbursed the owner for Little
Joe’s care at the emergency clinic and at his clinic. He
stated that Little Joe appeared to have signs of mange and
that ivermectin is the best way to treat mange. Respondent
admitted to the Board that he made a mistake prescribing
ivermectin and that he forgot to consider Little Joe’s breed
when prescribing. Mange was not a likely diagnosis for a 7- to
8-year-old dog, no scrapings were collected, and no evidence
existed to substantiate a diagnosis of mange. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l CE. | |
| 8535 | Fredericksburg | 2015-106 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a July 18, 2014
compliance inspection by the Drug Enforcement Administration
of the United States Department of Justice, it was discovered
that Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled
substances logs by not maintaining the required data,
including the correct balance on hand. Respondent admitted
that his controlled substances log was not keeping a running
balance. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
|
Fuller, Donna Donna Fuller DVM |
4938 | Duncanville | 2015-085 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
October
1, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired March 31, 2014 and terminated on September 30, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Fuller, Donna Donna Fuller DVM |
4938 | Duncanville | 2016-003 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During a May 7, 2015 Board
inspection, it was discovered that Respondent did not have a
total balance on hand for hydromorphone, midazolam, or
butorphanol. Respondent subsequently provided significant
assistance to the Board in investigating the theft of
controlled substances from the clinic. |
Formal Reprimand |
| 11986 | Plano | 2015-109 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During an August 29, 2014
compliance inspection by the Board, it was discovered that
Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled substances
logs by not maintaining the required data, including the
correct balances on hand for morphine and euthanasia solution.
Respondent admitted that his controlled substances log was not
keeping a running balance. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
|
Giannopoulos, Eftihia Eftihia Giannopoulos DVM |
8455 | Dallas | 2014-244 | 01/27/2015 | Professional Standard of Care; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | A
12-year-old cat named Sweet Pea was presented to Respondent for
loss of appetite. During an oral examination, Respondent noted
dental issues and recommended a dental procedure. On December
18, 2013, Sweet Pea had the procedure. The owner received a call
from Respondent explaining that the procedure went well and
Sweet Pea would be ready to go home between 4:00 and 4:30 pm. At
approximately 2:30 pm, the owner received a call from Respondent
stating that Sweet Pea did not survive. Respondent told the
owner that Sweet Pea was found in his cage not breathing and she
discovered gauze stuck in his throat (left there by accident by
a veterinary technician) which obstructed his airway, preventing
breathing. Respondent admitted to the Board that “she had no
doubt that he (Sweet Pea) had asphyxiated due to the gauze
square that was mistakenly left in his throat.” Respondent
instituted new safeguards to protect patients and to ensure that
this type of event does not occur again. |
Formal Reprimand |
|
Gill, Jimmie E. Jimmie Gill DVM |
1979 | Ft. Worth | 2015-179 | 10/13/2015 | Standard of Care | On
January
17, 2015 a 16-year-old cat named Bubba was presented to
Respondent due to labored breathing. The owner said Bubba
appeared to be dying. Respondent examined Bubba and recommended
euthanasia. When Respondent attempted to inject medications into
Bubba, he screamed. Respondent did not shave the area prior to
his attempt. Respondent then left the room to get more
medication, during which time Bubba continued to scream.
Respondent returned and attempted to administer more medication
with Bubba screaming the entire time. Each time Respondent
attempted to inject Bubba, he had to make repeated attempts to
hit a vein. Bubba developed hematomas. Without further
communication, Respondent left the room. Respondent returned and
informed the owner that he would inject Bubba into his heart.
Respondent injected the solution into Bubba’s heart and he
expired. Respondent then put Bubba into a trash bag. The owner
asked Respondent to stop. The owner’s mother-in-law grabbed
Bubba’s body and they left the clinic. The entire process took
approximately 10 minutes. Respondent did not inform the owner
that Bubba would not be sedated nor did he offer to sedate him
at any point. Respondent had three previous Agreed Orders with
the Board. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
|
Grantham, Larry Larry Grantham DVM |
4948 | New Braunfels | 2014-243 | 01/27/2015 | Professional Standard of Care | On
October
30, 2013, a female Labrador retriever was presented to
Respondent for yearly vaccinations and an examination for
incontinence and excessive water consumption. Respondent
conducted a fecal test, blood test, and an unsuccessful attempt
at urine collection for a urine test. He then diagnosed Lucy
with diabetes as her blood glucose was 436. He recommended a
special diet and to return in 2 to 3 weeks to begin insulin
treatment. He further advised the owners to watch for signs of
kidney infection and urinating in small amounts more frequently.
The owners monitored Lucy for 1 week when then informed
Respondent that Lucy was not doing well and returned to the
clinic. Lucy was vomiting and refusing to eat. Respondent
examined Lucy and proposed two options. The owners chose the
first option, to treat Lucy with anti-nausea medication and
begin insulin the following week. Respondent injected Reglan and
sent the owners home with instructions to give Lucy 10 mg twice
daily, 30 minutes before meals. He did not provide any other
instructions, including signs to watch for complications, nor
did he conduct a urine test. Lucy continued to not improve. She
refused to eat, was lethargic, and continued to vomit any small
amount of water she consumed. Two days later, the owners
presented Lucy to another DVM for a second opinion. That DVM
diagnosed Lucy as being in a diabetic crisis and having only a
50% chance of survival. Due to the cost of treatment and chance
of survival, the owners opted to euthanize Lucy. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 add'l hrs. CE in Diabetic Endocrinology |
|
Gray, Laurie Laurie Gray DVM |
7869 | Trenton | 2015-091 | 01/27/2015 | Responsibility for Licensure of Unlicensed Persons | Respondent
owned
the clinic at which she employed another DVM whose controlled
substances registration with the Texas Department of Public
Safety (DPS) expired on June 20, 2011 and was terminated on
November 30, 2012. That DVM administered controlled substances
during the time he ws without a current registration. He now has
a current registration. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Gribble, Robert D. Robert Gribble DVM |
8240 | Hallsville | 2014-32 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration; Responsibility for Licensure of Unlicensed Persons | On
September
23, 2013, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired December 31, 2012. Respondent admitted that he
administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances
after December 31, 2012 until the first week of October 2013.
For 3 days in June 2013, Respondent employed a relief DVM who
did not have a license to practice veterinary medicine (due to
failure to renew) nor a controlled substances license, but was
responsible for 5 cases for which controlled substances were
utilized. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
| 8929 | Pflugerville | 2015-202 | 10/13/2015 | Observance of Confidentiality | On January 7, 2015, a recently
adopted cat named Willow was spayed at Respondent’s clinic. On
January 12, 2015, the owner presented Willow to the clinic
because the surgical incision was open and Willow’s intestines
were exposed and protruding outside the abdominal wall. A DVM
performed reparative surgery, but Willow did not survive. The
owner posted a comment on the clinic’s Facebook site
criticizing the care that Willow received. Respondent directed
the clinic’s receptionist to post a response to the comment.
The response was public and included details of care and
treatment Respondent provided for Willow. |
Informal Reprimand | |
| 3087 | Freeport | 2015-137 | 07/21/2015 | Other | On May 22, 2014, during a
compliance inspection by the Board, it was discovered that
Respondent was practicing veterinary medicine at a clinic
owned by a non-veterinarian. Respondent was subsequently very
helpful in the Board’s investigations of ownership and the
practice of veterinary medicine by another DVM who he was told
was the owner. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
|
Hayden, Todd B. Todd Hayden DVM |
10330 | Spring | 2015-174 | 10/13/2015 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping | On
or
about February 17, 2014, a 3-year-old female dog named Venus was
presented to Respondent for a spay procedure. While performing
the procedure, Respondent discovered that Venus was in heat and
that her ovarian tissue was friable, but the patient records did
not include these observations, nor did they include details of
preliminary examination, such as temperature and heart rate.
About 4 days later, Venus began bleeding and the owner took her
to the clinic. Respondent did not examine Venus but told the
owner she should have been kenneled for 10 days after the spay
procedure. The next day, Venus began bleeding again, and the
owner took her to a different DVM for a second opinion. That DVM
sent her for an ultrasound which revealed that an entire ovary
and portion of the other ovary were still intact. The owner took
Venus to a different clinic to have another spay procedure that
was successful. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
| 6286 | Garland | 2015-128 | 07/21/2015 | Patient Record Keeping | On December 21, 2012, Respondent
provided veterinary services to a female dog named Sophie.
Respondent’s patient record for her treatment on that day was
created on February 24, 2014. Respondent did not create a
medical record at the time of veterinary services on December
21, 2012. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 10633 | Houston | 2015-104 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through a Board compliance
inspection by mail in June 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent obtained only 9 of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011, although at
the time of renewing his license, he reported that he had
obtained all 17 hours. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; add'l 8 hrs CE | |
| 8548 | Carrollton | 2015-139 | 07/21/2015 | Violation of Board Order | On October 21, 2014, the Board
approved Agreed Order 2014-222; SOAH Docket No. 578-14-4627)
signed by Respondent, resulting in formal reprimand, 5-year
license suspension probated after July 7, 2015, and the
requirement to complete a Peer Assistance Contract under the
Board’s Peer Assistance Program for 5 years and adhere to its
recommendations or risk license revocation. On or about
February 10, 2015, the Board was notified by the Board’s Peer
Assistance Program, the Professional Recovery Network (PRN)
that Respondent failed to enter into a contract and failed to
follow recommendations made by the Peer Assistance
Coordinator, including participation in an inpatient
rehabilitation program. On February 10, 2015, Respondent was
notified that she was discharged from PRN. On February 20,
2015, the Board notified Respondent and her then attorney of
record of possible violation requesting a response within 21
days. On March 12, 2015, the Board contacted Respondent’s new
attorney regarding the case and told him a response was
required no later than March 20, 2015. The Board received the
response via email on March 23, 2105 and via mail on March 25,
2015. On March 17, 2015, Respondent participated in an
inpatient evaluation. The medical director informed PRN that
Respondent was not honest about her substance use history and
her treatment was inadequate. He further informed PRN that she
previously participated in in patient treatment programs in
2013 and 2014. He diagnosed Respondent with alcohol use
disorder, severe; other hallucinogen disorder severe
significant use and diversion of ketamine; and unspecified
depressive disorder. He stated that Respondent would not be
ready to practice veterinary medicine with the skill and
safety until she successfully completed treatment and had a
monitoring contract in place, a continuing care plan in place,
and met with her addictionist after treatment to assess her
fitness to return to duty. PRN was verbally notified that
Respondent did not agree with the inpatient treatment
recommendations and would not comply. On March 27, 2015, the
Board received further detailed information from another
physician at the rehab facility who said that Respondent would
need to complete intensive residential treatment with an
emphasis on relapse management, be followed in appropriate
aftercare, and monitored. Respondent did not have a Peer
Assistance Contract as required by the Order. Respondent
failed to follow the recommendations of the Peer Assistance
Program Coordinator as recommended by two mental health
professionals and as required by law. |
Formal Reprimand; Enter 5 year peer assistance contract; Notify employer of this order; 5 year stayed suspension after successful completion of 90 day in-patient treatment program; Other listed terms. | |
| 6442 | League City | 2015-096 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans; Use of Prescription Drugs | During a July 8, 2014 compliance
inspection by the Board, it was discovered that Respondent
failed to maintain suitable controlled substances logs by not
maintaining the required data, including the correct balance
on hand. Respondent admitted that his controlled substances
log was not keeping a running balance. The inspection also
found that Respondent ordered and dispensed the prescription
medication, Lexapro, for his own personal use and Flexeril for
that of an employee. He contended that physicians prescribed
the drugs and that he solely filled the prescriptions. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; Submit to peer assistance evaluation. | |
| 3766 | Bryan | 2015-180 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail in February 2015, it was
discovered that Respondent obtained only 1 of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2012 and
none for calendar years 2013 and 2014, although at the time of
renewing his license, he reported that he had obtained all 17
hours for 2012, 2013, and 2014. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
|
|
Houser, Andrew Andrew Houser DVM |
12385 | Lockhart | 2015-010 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
July
10, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
notified the Board that Respondent's controlled substance
registration expired December 31, 2013. Respondent admitted
that he administered and dispensed controlled substances
after his registration expired. Respondent now has a current
registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 6640 | Houston | 2015-193 | 10/13/2015 | Unauthorized Treatment | On
December
17, 2014, a 5-year-old poodle named Jack was presented to
Respondent for his annual vaccinations and exam. Written
instructions were left that Jack was only to receive a
bordatella vaccine. Respondent administered both DHPP and
bordatella vaccines, the DHPP vaccine early (was due in March
2015) and without authorization. |
Informal Reprimand | |
|
Jaffe, Valerie Kay Lewis Valerie Jaffe DVM |
6646 | Red Oak | 2016-002 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
May 4, 2015 Board inspection, it was discovered that
Respondent did not have a total balance on hand for euthasol
or ketamine. Respondent’s balance for tramadol was
inaccurate. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 3097 | League City | 2013-181 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During
an
October 18, 2012 compliance inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent failed to maintain suitable
controlled substances logs by not maintaining the required data,
including the correct balance on hand. Respondent’s controlled
substances log for euthasol did not reflect the actual amount on
hand. Respondent also failed to provide proper minimum security
for controlled substances (ie, they were stored in a tackle box
that was not resistant to entry by simple tools or physical
removal). |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty | |
| 4251 | Houston | 2014-230 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During
a
January 18, 2014 compliance inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did no
reflect aa balance on hand for ketamine and euthanasia drugs and
did not properly identify the owner of the patient receiving the
controlled drug. Respondent further did not maintain a drug log
for diazepam, despite having drug on hand. The inspection
revealed a physical balance of 10 mL of ketamine, 95 mL of
euthanasia, and 10 mL of diazepam. The inspection further
revealed that Respondent’s controlled substances were stored in
a wooden office drawer that was locked with a skeleton key. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty | |
|
Johnson, Lisa Lisa Johnson DVM |
7661 | Arlington | 2015-015 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | The
Texas
Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified the Board that
Respondent's controlled substance registration expired April 30,
2013. Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 14102 | Las Vegas, NV | 2015-040 | 07/21/2015 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain a License | On
his
application for veterinarian licensure, Respondent attested that
he had not been a party to, or a witness in, an administrative
hearing or proceeding regarding the practice of veterinary
medicine or veterinary education. Respondent did not disclose
that he was sanctioned by the NV veterinary board in 2010 for
failing to timely provide medical records to a client upon
request and for failing to properly label an ultrasound image.
Respondent was reprimanded, required to retake the jurisprudence
examination, and required to pay costs of $400. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
| 13585 | Rye CO | 2015-127 | 07/21/2015 | Default on Student Loan | On
December
17, 2014, the Texas Guaranteed Student Loan Corporation notified
the Board that Respondent was in arrears on repayment of her
student loan. On January 12, 2015, the Board received a response
from Respondent wherein she admitted that her student loan was
in default. On January 23, 2015, the Texas Guaranteed Student
Loan Corporation notified the Board that Respondent was no
longer in arrears. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty | |
|
Keene, Jennifer Jennifer Keene DVM |
10716 | Crosby | 2015-003 | 01/27/2015 | Unauthorized Treatment | On
February
18, 2014, a 4-year-old male pit bull named Tiger was
presented to Respondent for a dental procedure and
vaccinations. When the owner picked up Tiger, he discovered
that Tiger had undergone an unauthorized neuter procedure.
Respondent said that neuter was listed in the medical
records but not on the consent form. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| 5060 | Anthony | 2015-126 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail in April 2014, it was
discovered that Respondent obtained none of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011 and
only 7 hours for calendar year 2013, although at the time of
renewing his license, he reported that he had obtained all 17
hours for 2011 and 2013. |
$2,250 admin. penalty; add'l 27 hrs CE | |
|
Koenig, Steven Steven Koenig DVM |
4336 | Cuero | 2015-054 | 01/27/2015 | Continuing Education | During
renewal
of his license, Respondent indicated that he obtained none
of the 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for
calendar year 2013. |
$750 admin. penalty; add'l 17 hrs CE |
|
Kothmann, Kody Kody Kothmann DVM |
4337 | Lubbock | 2014-06 | 01/27/2015 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; | On
Sunday,
January 20, 2013, a 4-year-old Dachshund named Star went into
labor during a road trip from NM to TX. Her owner had been
advised by her regular DVM that Star would likely need a
Cesarean section due to her small size. At approximately 8:45
am, Star was presented to Respondent. He told the owner that he
wanted to see if she could deliver without surgery. He
administered dexamethasone, penicillin, and oxytocin. Respondent
told the owner to take Star to her vehicle and supervise her
while he tended to a horse patient. Before he left, he collected
4149 from the owner for services to that point. Respondent
called the owner at 9:39 am, 9:44 am, and 9:57 am, and the owner
reported that there had been no progress. Respondent arrived
back at the clinic at ~10:30 am and proceeded to operate on Star
using a combination of xylazine and ketamine as anesthesia. One
large puppy and one small puppy were successfully delivered via
Cesarean section. The patient medical records did not contain
details necessary to substantiate the examination or surgery,
the names, dosages, or concentrations of each drug administered,
nor substantiation of examination of the puppies. Nonetheless,
Respondent’s records showed that at least one of the puppies
received dozapram and fluids. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 add'l hrs. CE in Record Keeping |
| 12305 | Irving | 2015-167 | 07/21/2015 | Patient Record Keeping; | On
February
22, 2014, two cats were presented to a community outreach truck
in a Walgreens parking lot for vaccinations. Respondent
vaccinated the cats. On August 19, 2014, Respondent presented
her 11-year-old cat to another DVM for limping and a mass on her
left rear leg. When that DVM contacted the pet outreach to
obtain medical records, she was advised that no records are
maintained unless medically indicated. The Board obtained a
record of the vaccinations; however, it lacked evidence that any
examination had occurred prior to vaccination and details
regarding the types of vaccinations. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 add'l hrs. CE | |
| 3214 | Sunland Park NM | 2015-098 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail in April 2014, it was
discovered that Respondent obtained only 12 of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011 and
only 2 hours for calendar year 2013, although at the time of
renewing his license, he reported that he had obtained all 17
hours for 2011 and 2013. During the informal conference,
Respondent provided additional evidence of more hours for 2013,
but he still lacked 10.5 hours for that year. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; add'l 10.5 hrs CE | |
|
McKirahan, George W. George McKirahan DVM |
4163 | Hewitt | 2014-242 | 10/13/2015 | Dishonest or Illegal Practice | Respondent
provided
veterinary services at both a rescue and a clinic for paying
clients both in a shared building, with shared equipment and
employees. The rescue was owned by a non-veterinarian. An
employee stated that she was instructed by the
non-veterinarian to vaccinate animals and order drugs using
Respondent’s veterinary license and Drug Enforcement Agency
(DEA) number. On March 19, 2014, during a phone conversation
between Respondent and the Board, Respondent admitted that
he was employed at the clinic by a non-veterinarian owner. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
| 4463 | Anthony NM | 2015-101 | 07/21/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail in April 2014, it was
discovered that Respondent obtained only 5 of the 17 hours of
required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2011,
although at the time of renewing his license, he reported that
he had obtained all 17 hours. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; add'l 12 hrs CE | |
| 11398 | Fredericksburg | 2015-176 | 07/21/2015 | Use of Prescription Drugs, Prohibition Against Treating Humans, Violation of Board Order | On
March
27, 2012, the Board approved Agreed Order 2012-52. Respondent
agreed to and was required by the order to enter into a Peer
Assistance Contract under the Board’s Peer Assistance Program
for 5 years and to follow all recommendations of the Peer
Assistance Coordinator, which is the Peer Recovery Network
(PRN). Respondent was further required to abstain from
prohibited substances, including dangerous drugs and controlled
substances as defined by the Texas Health and Safety Code. On
March 6, 2015, PRN notified the Board that Respondent was in
noncompliance with his PRN contract when he failed a random
urine screen for buprenorphine and norbuprenorphine. On March
26, 2015, the Board received a letter from Respondent’s attorney
stating that Respondent was to enter treatment at the beginning
of April 2015 at a facility in California. On May 8, 2015, the
Board received a letter from Respondent’s attorney admitting
Respondent’s inappropriate use of suboxone and buprenorphine
products obtained illegally through inappropriate sources. His
attorney also stated that Respondent occasionally diverted a
small amount of medications from his veterinary practice.
Respondent was evaluated by a physician on March 17, 2015 who
made many recommendations, including that Respondent undergo
inpatient treatment. She further stated that he was unfit to
practice veterinary medicine until he completed such treatment
and was in compliance with his PRN contract. She recommended
intensive oversight after treatment and further stated that when
Respondent returns to work, he needs to be in a setting that
provides for stringent oversight of medication management.
Respondent did not follow this recommendation as he was
self-employed as a mobile veterinarian. |
Formal
Reprimand;
5 yr peer assistance contract; Notify employer; Do
not obtain or possess controlled substances registration;
60 day ACTIVE suspension
followed by 5 year probated suspension; other terms (see board
order) |
|
|
Nascimi, Heidi Heidi Nascimi DVM |
12852 | Austin | 2015-024 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
July
2, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired December 31, 2013. Respondent admitted that she
administered and dispensed controlled substances after her
registration expired. Respondent now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 11751 | Plano | 2015-111 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping | On
May
26, 2014, a 7-month-old Yorkshire terrier named Zeeke was
presented to Respondent at an emergency clinic for treatment of
an eye injury sustained during a dog fight. On May 27, 2014,
Zeeke’s care was transferred to the regular animal hospital in
the same building where he was again treated by Respondent who
performed enucleation surgery. During removal of the eye, a
small vessel was nicked and bleeding occurred. The vessel was
ligated and cauterized but oozing continued. Hemostasis was
achieved with pressure using a sterile gauze kept on the oozing
tissue for most of the closure. Respondent stated that they eye
appeared swollen immediately post-op which she attributed to the
oozing and tissue damage. Respondent asserted that she
instructed the owner to return for rechecks in 3 days and again
in 2 weeks and to follow up with her regular DVM. The owner
disagrees that she received such instructions and they were not
in the medical record. On June 27, 2014, the owner returned to
the emergency clinic for improper wound healing. A different DVM
examined Zeeke, found that gauze had been left in the wound
during the surgery, and the wounds were severely infected,
malodorous, and actively draining purulent matter. She
recommended that Zeeke be treated with antibiotics and the wound
left open to drain. Details regarding the surgery are missing
from the patient record, as is information regarding a
pre-surgical exam, temperature, details of the diagnosis,
treatment, or details of surgery. Respondent asserted that she
entered her notes into the computer but did not put them into
the physical patient file; however, such notes were not located
or provided to the Board. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE | |
| 5338 | Fredericksburg | 2015-107 | 07/21/2015 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed, Use of Prescription Drugs | On
July
11, 2014, the Board initiated a complaint against Respondent
based on information obtained from the OK veterinary board that
Respondent had dispensed medication to a person at a ranch in OK
which did not bear a label in compliance with Board rules. The
OK veterinary board provided the TX Board with photographs of
the labels for 7 bottles of tiletamine HCl/Zolazepam HCl
(Telazol). The labels failed to indicate the client’s address,
the species of the animal for which the medication was
dispensed, and the directions for use. Respondent stated that
Telazol was incorrectly dispensed by his veterinary technician
in lieu of tolazine. Other medications prescribed included
xylazine, succinylcholine, cydectin, and tetradure. Respondent
also acknowledged the labels were missing required information.
Telazol is an injectable anesthetic/tranquilizer while tolazine
is an alpha-adrenergic blocker used primarily as a reversal
agent for xylazine. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | |
|
Padidem, Chandra Chandra Padidem DVM |
11997 | Houston | 2015-004 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
17, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
notified the Board that Respondent's controlled substance
registration expired July 31, 2013 and terminated on January
31, 2014. Respondent admitted that she administered and
dispensed controlled substances after her registration
expired. Respondent now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Pruitt, Jeffery J. Jeffery Pruitt DVM |
3803 | Dallas | 2016-004 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
May 5, 2015 Board inspection, it was discovered that Respondent
did not have a controlled substance log for tramadol and could
not provide an accurate balance for hydrocodone tablets or
liquid |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Rainey, Michael E. Michael Rainey DVM |
12152 | Van Alstyne | 2015-194 | 10/13/2015 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Patient Record Keeping | On
April
8, 2013, a 2-year-old dog named Hercules was presented to
Respondent for appetite loss, vomiting, and diarrhea. Respondent
performed a Parvovirus SNAP test which was positive. The owner
decided to euthanize Hercules, left the room, and a few minutes
later, Respondent brought Hercule’s collar and leash to her and
told her Hercules had gone peacefully. The owner paid $123.75
for Respondent’s services that day, including $43.75 for
“Euthanasia and Cremation.” Respondent treated Hercules for
Parvovirus and later gave Hercules to a technician at the clinic
to take to a rescue group. On December 7, 2014, an animal
shelter called the owner’s husband and informed him they had a
dog with a microchip registered to him. The owner confirmed
through photographs it was Hercules. They picked him up from the
shelter the next day. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
|
Ramirez, Noel Noel Ramirez DVM |
12813 | Mission | 2014-137 | 01/27/2015 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; | Respondent
performed
a spay procedure on Lola the dog who was heartworm positive, a
diagnosis that was not listed in the patient records. No
presurgical exam or details of surgery are noted in the patient
records. Lola died the day after surgery. |
Informal reprimand, $500 admin. penalty, 3 hrs add'l CE in Surgical Anesthesia |
| 8128 | El Paso | 2015-203 | 10/13/2015 | Continuing Education | During
renewal
of her license, Respondent indicated that she obtained none of
the 17 hours of required continuing education (CE) for calendar
year 2014. |
$750 admin. penalty; 17 hrs. CE | |
|
Randlett, Susan Susan Randlett DVM |
3973 | Katy | 2015-011 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and terminated on February 28, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| 14076 | 2015-100 | 07/21/2015 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain a License | On
his
application for specialty veterinarian licensure, Respondent
attested that he had been a party to any legal proceedings,
civil or criminal, and had been convicted of, charged with, or
indicted for a criminal offense. He disclosed a complaint filed
with the FL veterinary board resulting in no violation, as well
as pleading no contest to a criminal charge for restraining his
wife. He did not, however, disclose that he was sanctioned by
the FL veterinary board for a standard of care violation
involving treatment of a German Shepherd with gastric torsion.
He was fined and placed on 6 months probation by the FL
veterinary board. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. | ||
| 10147 | Austin | 2015-142 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
November 13, 2014 compliance inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent failed to maintain suitable
controlled substances logs by not maintaining the required data,
including the correct balance on hand. Specifically, the amounts
logged for euthasol and ketamine were inaccurate when compared
to amounts on hand. Respondent admitted that his controlled
substance log was not keeping a correct balance for those
controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty | |
|
Rogers, James L. James Rogers DVM |
2353 | Austin | 2015-198 | 10/13/2015 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping, Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand, Minimum Security for Controlled Substances, Continuing Education | During
a
July 8, 2015 compliance inspection by the Board, Respondent told
investigators that he performed the occasional surgery and had
recent removed a tumor from a dog that was still in the clinic.
When asked what controlled substances were used to perform the
surgery, Respondent showed the investigators two unsecured
bottles of ketamine. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) later
confiscated a bottle of Euthasol from Respondent’s clinic.
Respondent had no drug logs for any of the controlled substances
in his clinic. Respondent did not complete any continuing
education (CE) for the years 2012, 2013, or 2014, despite
certifying that he had obtained the required 17 hours for each
of those years when renewing his license. On July 20, 2015,
Respondent met with the Board’s Enforcement Committee. He
admitted that he performed euthanasia by administering an
anesthetic followed by succinylcholine, a method he acknowledged
was not standard but used because he had difficulty
administering intravenous therapy to some of his patients. He
also stated that he did not weigh all of his patients before
treatment. Review of his patient records confirmed this as well
as failure to document temperature, details of examination,
diagnosis, or treatment, and details of drugs prescribed,
administered, or dispensed. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
| 5424 | Midlothian | 2015-044 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; | On July 21, 2014, a 13-year-old
Labrador retriever named Bo was transported by the Animal
Control Officer to Respondent’s clinic for a 10-day mandatory
rabies quarantine after biting the owner’s grandson. On July
29, 2014, the owner picked up Bo at which time Bo was in poor
condition with matted eyes, film covering his right eye,
shedding hair, sores on his hind legs, and an apparent
10-pound weight loss. That same day, the owner took Bo to his
regular DVM who diagnosed Bo with depression, fever, and
dermatitis. It was his opinion that the standard of care
provided by Respondent was poor as the visible lesions should
have been noticed and addressed, which would have led to a
full examination and diagnosis of pyrexia and other findings.
Respondent’s patient records for Bo did not include any
information about daily observations, when Respondent was
watching for signs of possible rabies. The records only
indicated dates of admission and discharge. In February 2014,
a 2-year-old Jack Russell terrier named Sophie was presented
to Respondent after being attacked by a larger dog. Sophie had
several injuries and stayed for the weekend. On February 10,
2014 (the following Monday), the owner called the clinic and
was told Sophie was being prepped for surgery. Respondent did
not obtain consent for surgery. The patient records did not
reflect Sophie’s temperature. The owner was later informed
that Sophie would need to stay overnight. The next day, Sophie
was discharged to the owner’s boyfriend with prescriptions for
Otomax ointment and amoxacillin with instructions for use and
to return in 2 weeks. Respondent asserted that he encouraged
the owner’s boyfriend to allow Sophie to stay longer, but he
declined. Respondent further stated that he told the owner’s
boyfriend that “there was a lot of crushed tissue and some of
it may necrose and need debriding over the next several days
to observe and return if there was any question.” The owner
did not recall any requests for Sophie to stay longer as
Respondent’s staff called her to pick up Sophie. Such
communications and instructions were not in the medical
records. |
Informal reprimand, $500 admin. penalty, 6 hrs add'l CE. | |
|
Rourk, Terrell Terrell Rourk DVM |
7868 | Fort Worth | 2015-022 | 01/27/2015 | Maintenance of Sanitary Premises | On
April
29, 2014, during a Board investigation of the clinic where
Respondent worked, unsanitary conditions were discovered,
including a large number of old animal organs kept in jars, bugs
in an exam room, stacks of drugs, trash, laundry, paperwork and
other miscellaneous material were strewn about the examination
rooms, hallways, stairwells, operating room, laboratories, and
offices. Open and unsecured medications, including some
controlled substances, were also strewn about the clinic in a
way that they could be easily stolen and abused by employees,
clients, or visitors of the clinic. |
Formal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty |
|
Rowe, Marilyn Marilyn Rowe DVM |
5810 | Bedford | 2015-090 | 01/27/2015 | Responsibility for Licensure of Unlicensed Persons | During
an
August 11, 2014 compliance inspection by the Board, it was
discovered that Respondent employed another DVM whose controlled
substances registration with the Texas Department of Public
Safety (DPS) expired on June 11, 2011 and was terminated on
November 30, 2012. The DVM administered controlled substances
during the time he was without current registration. He now has
a current registration. |
Formal Reprimand, $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 4888 | Austin | 2015-170 | 07/21/2015 | Operation of Temporary Limited-Service Veterinary Services (Failure to Notify) | On March 14, 2015, Respondent
provided veterinary services for a temporary vaccination
clinic but failed to notify the Board beforehand. |
$500 admin. penalty | |
|
Sack, Constance Constance Sack DVM |
12944 | Dallas | 2015-026 | 01/27/2015 | Violation of Board Order; Duty to Cooperate with Board; Notification of Licensee Address | On
June
3, 2014, the Board approved Agreed Order 2014-105 signed by
Respondent, ordering her to be formally reprimanded and to have
her license suspended for 1 year with the entire year probated.
The order further required Respondent to complete a Peer
Assistance Contract under the Board’s Peer Assistance Program
for 5 years. On June 30, 2014, Respondent sent a letter to the
Board stating that she needed “treatment/counseling… to properly
adhere to the requirements of the Board, adequately perform the
duties of my next job, and hopefully just fulfill life’s simple
obligations.” She further stated that she is not “fit to be
practicing veterinary medicine at this time” and that she would
like to voluntarily suspend her license. As of October 1, 2014,
Respondent had failed to enter into a contract with the Board’s
Peer Assistance Program, as well as to return calls and emails
from both the Board and the Board’s Peer Assistance Program. On
August 20, 2014, the Board sent a letter to Respondent at the
address on file which appeared to no longer be current. The
letter requested a response in 21 days, and Respondent failed to
respond. |
Formal
reprimand;
5 year suspension, 5 year peer assistance contract |
|
Sanders, Curtis Curtis Sanders DVM |
4185 | Austin | 2015-007 | 01/27/2015 | Supervision of Non-licensed Persons; Responsibility for Unlicensed Employees | On
March
13, 2014, a 10-year-od female dog named Bubbles was presented to
Respondent for non-supporting lameness on her left leg.
Respondent recommended surgery to correct the injury; however,
the owner declined due to financial constraints. Respondent then
prescribed 40 Tramadol 50 mg tables for pain management and
delegated the responsibility of filling the prescription to a
veterinary technician. The technician mistakenly filled the
prescription with metronidazole 250 mg. The mistake was not
discovered for approximately 22 days during which time Bubbles
had no pain management. |
Formal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Sanders, Douglas K. Douglas Sanders DVM |
4871 | Plano | 2015-195 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
March 23, 2015 Board inspection, it was discovered that
Respondent was not maintaining an accurate balance on hand for
his controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Sanders, H. Dan Dan Sanders DVM |
3146 | Conroe | 2015-189 | 10/13/2015 | Restriction of Partnerships to Members of the Profession | Respondent
performed
relief work approximately 1 day per week at a hospital not owned
by a DVM. Respondent stated that he believed a DVM owned the
hospital. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass Jurisprudence exam. |
|
Schroeder,
Jeffrey M. Jeffrey Schroeder DVM |
7577 | Bastrop | 2015-169 | 07/21/2015 | Operation of Temporary Limited-Service Veterinary Services (Failure to Notify) | On
March
28, 2015, Respondent held a temporary vaccination clinic but
failed to notify the Board beforehand. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Sheen, Thomas Thomas Sheen DVM |
4188 | San Angelo | 2015-036 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care | On
February
17, 2014, a 14-year-old cat named Missy was presented to
Respondent who had been treating Missy for approximately 2 to 3
years. Respondent informed the owner that Missy was diabetic but
that he did not want to begin insulin therapy. Prior to the
appointment, Missy had been given regular Depo Medrol injections
since at least August 2012 through December 2014 for treatment
of supposed pancreatitis. Respondent did not diagnose Missy with
diabetes prior to starting Depo Medrol. Depo Medrol is known to
raise the risk of diabetes or to increase the severity of
diabetes in a cat. Respondent did not treat Missy with insulin
or monitor her blood glucose levels, but rather chose to test
Missy’s urine. On February 20, 2014, the owner presented Missy
to another DVM for a second opinion. That DVM confirmed Missy’s
diabetes diagnosis but stated that she required insulin and that
her health was seriously failing. The owner decided to euthanize
Missy. Respondent’s medical records for Missy lacked mention of
a discussion of insulin use until after the relevant complaint
was filed. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
|
Sinapi, Kevin G. Kevin Sinapi DVM |
8256 | Dallas | 2016-007 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
June 4, 2015 Board inspection, it was discovered that
Respondent did not have a total balance on hand for
butorphanol. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Smith, Brea M. Brea Smith DVM |
13139 | Bells | 2015-165 | 10/13/2015 | Continuing Education | During
a
Board compliance inspection on March 24, 2015, it was discovered
that Respondent obtained only 10 of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2014, although at
the time of renewing her license, she reported that she had
obtained all 17 hours. |
$750 admin. penalty; 7 hrs. CE |
|
Smith, Rachael
H. Rachael Smith DVM |
4033 | San Antonio | 2015-034 | 01/27/2015 | Standard of Care; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | In
April,
July, and August 2013, Respondent prescribed phenobarbital for a
dog that was having seizures. Respondent dispensed expired
phenobarbital to the dog’s owner over the 3 months. On November
18, 2013, during a Board inspection, it was discovered that
Respondent’s controlled substances record did not indicate the
current balance on hand for each scheduled drug. |
Formal reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
|
Soranaka, Eddy Eddy Soranaka DVM |
10768 | Killeen | 2014-187 | 01/27/2015 | Violation of Board Order / Negotiated Settlements | On
July
24, 2012 Agreed Order 2012-99 regarding Respondent was approved
by the Board, requiring Respondent to continue his Peer
Assistance Contract under the Board’s Peer Assistance Program
for an additional 5 years, follow all recommendations of the
Peer Assistance Program Coordinator, participate in and complete
a relapse assessment with a mental health provider selected and
approved by the Peer Assistance Program, and follow all
recommendations of the assessment. In addition, the Order
required that, at the request of a representative of the Board,
with or without notice, Respondent to submit to appropriate
examinations, including screenings for alcohol or drugs. The
order further provided that any violation of the terms subjected
Respondent to possible immediate revocation of his license. A
Social Worker with the Professional Recovery Network (PRN)
reported to the Board that on February 7, 2014, PRN received
notice that Respondent submitted a positive urine drug screen on
January 31, 2014 and that Respondent admitted to consuming beer. |
Formal reprimand; 5 yr probated suspension; 5 yr Peer Assistance contract; Notify employer of this order |
|
Stern, John John Stern DVM |
3482 | Needville | 2015-032 | 01/27/2015 | Responsibility of Veterinarian to Refer a Case | A
2-year-old neutered dog named Bolt was presented to a DVM at the
Needville Animal Hospital for examination of a growth on the
right hind foot. She recommended removal of the growth, which
was performed the following morning by Respondent who owns the
hospital. The original DVM said the Respondent made “relatively
wide surgical margins” that appeared appropriate to her. She
further wrote that she had “some concern with the amount of
tension Respondent applied to bring the skin edges into
apposition and whether the incision line would remain closed.”
She further stated that, as a surgeon, it is Respondent’s
discretion to determine the appropriate method for closing the
wound. The owner picked up Bolt on October 22, 2013 at
approximately 5:30 pm and was instructed to keep Bolt’s bandage
on and to bring him in for a follow up appointment the next
week. Bolt was discharged with an Elizabethan collar and
prescribed medications. The owners were compliant with the
postoperative care instructions, but Bolt had complications
resulting in return to the clinic on repeated occasions and
hospitalization October 28 through November 3. On November 4,
Respondent informed the owner that Bolt had chewed at his paw so
Respondent had sutured the Elizabethan collar to his neck. At
approximately 7:40 pm that day, the owners picked up Bolt,
noticed that his paw was completely gone and that bone was
visible. They presented him immediately to a 24-hour emergency
clinic where Bolt was found to be in extreme pain. Bolt’s leg
was amputated by a Specialist on November 6 who stated that
Respondent’s actions were not appropriate practice and that
referral early in the course of treatment would have been most
appropriate. |
Formal reprimand |
|
Stone,
Johnathan Johnathan Stone DVM |
8423 | Austin | 2009-64 | 07/21/2015 | Termination
of
Board Order |
Termination
of
Board Order |
Termination of Board Order |
|
Suarez, Melissa O. Melissa Suarez DVM |
11313 | Dallas | 2016-006 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
June 4, 2015 Board inspection, it was discovered that Respondent
did not have a total balance on hand for butorphanol. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Sutton, Thomas Thomas Sutton DVM |
4385 | Georgetown | 2015-089 | 01/27/2015 | Observance of Confidentiality | On February 26, 2014 a male
Siamese cat was presented to Respondent’s clinic. The owner
was not satisfied with the services provided and submitted a
review of his experience on Yelp. On April 25, 2014,
Respondent responded to the review online and through an email
to the public. In his response, Respondent included the
owner’s first and last name, details from the cat’s medical
records, and allegations of long-term abuse and neglect. The
owner disputes the allegations of abuse and neglect. |
Formal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Swann, Herman L. Herman Swann DVM |
2663 | Garland | 2015-108 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | On August 12, 2014 the board
conducted a compliance inspection on Respondent at Plano
Arapaho Veterinary Clinic in Richardson, Texas.
Respondent is the owner of the Hospital. The compliance
inspection found that Respondent failed to maintain suitable
controlled substances log. Respondent admitted that his
controlled substances log did not maintain a running balance
for his controlled substances. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Tate, Mallory K. Mallory Tate DVM |
11669 | Zachary LA | 2015-188 | 10/13/2015 | Restriction of Partnerships to Members of the Profession | Respondent
performed
relief work approximately 2 days per week at a hospital not
owned by a DVM and without the primary DVM available. Respondent
stated that the owner told her the primary DVM owned the
practice while the owner only owned the building. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass Jurisprudence exam. |
|
Taylor, Jon Jon Taylor DVM |
2666 | Carrizo Springs | 2015-008 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On May 2, 2014, the Texas
Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified the Board that
Respondent's controlled substance registration expired October
31, 2013. Respondent admitted that he administered and
dispensed controlled substances after his registration
expired. Respondent now has a current registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
|
Tucker, James E. James Tucker DVM |
2091 | Tulia | 2015-207 | 10/13/2015 | Standard of Care, Patient Record Keeping, Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand, Minimum Security for Controlled Substances, Continuing Education; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Complaint Information and Notice to Clients | The
city
of Tulia pays Respondent to perform euthanasia and reimburses
him for the euthanasia solution. On January 16, 2015, an animal
control officer with the Tulia Police Department scheduled an
appointment with Respondent to euthanize six dogs. Respondent
administered medications to sedate the dogs then attempted to
euthanize them using an Epsom salt solution administered into
the heart. The first two dogs took 7 to 8 minutes to die. The
third and fourth did not respond to the solution. The fifth and
sixth also took 7 to 8 minutes to die. Respondent returned to
the third and fourth dogs, using the last of the solution to
euthanize one dog and, while obtaining additional solution, the
remaining dog had died. On March 17, 2015, during a Board
investigation, it was discovered that Respondent did not
maintain a controlled substances log and did not maintain a
separate file for controlled substance invoices. Respondent
stored medications in a wall mounted cabinet locked with a
standard single core lock and key, in an exam room with no lock
on the hollow core entry door. Respondent’s medication labels
lacked required information. Respondent’s patient records were
kept on small index cards that lacked necessary and required
information to document details of patient examinations and
treatments. Respondent was unable to provide proof of the
required 17 hours of continuing education (CE) for the years
2012 through 2014. Respondent had no complaint notice posted in
his office or otherwise available for clients. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
|
Turner, Amy E. Amy Turner DVM |
11791 | Northampton PA | 2015-112 |
07/21/2015 | Professional Standard of Care | On April 2, 2013, a two year old
pit bull ("Little Girl")was presented to Foskey Veterinary
Clinic (the "Foskey Clinic"). An appointment was made to have
Little Girl spayed. On April 4, 2013, Little Girl was
again presented to the Foskey Clinic for Respondent to perform
the scheduled spay. Approximately 15 months after the
procedure, Little Girl had difficulty eating and seemed
depressed. The complainant took Little Girl to Bridge City
Animal Clinic (the "Bridge City Clinic") for an examination.
Albert Pugh, D.V.M. examined Little Girl and felt something in
her lower abdomen. He performed an x-ray and blood work. Dr.
Pugh diagnosed Little Girl with kidney failure and an
infection. He stated that there was a large mass in her
abdomen and that her condition was very serious. He
recommended IV fluids, antibiotics, and overnight care at the
Bridge City Clinic. The complainant agreed. The following
morning, the complainant's husband received a call from Dr.
Pugh suggesting that they come to the Bridge City Clinic. When
they arrived, Dr. Pugh informed them that Little Girl's
condition had worsened and that he recommended euthanasia. The
complainants agreed. A necropsy was performed and
revealed that Little Girl had surgical sponges in her abdomen.
Specifically, a five inch hard mass was found attached to the
mesentery. The mass was opened and two sponges were found. Little Girl's only surgery was the spay performed by Respondent. She had no other surgical procedures before or after the spay. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in surgical protocols |
|
Vallee, Karen Karen Vallee DVM |
13231 | Cedar Park | 2015-095 | 07/21/2015 | Professional Standard of Care | On August 1, 2014, complainant
presented her eleven year old toy poodle, "Baby," to
Respondent at the Four Paws at Four Points Veterinary Hospital
(the "Clinic") for surgery to have a mast cell tumor removed
from her elbow. After the surgery, complainant took Baby
home. A few weeks after the surgery, complainant noticed
that Baby was aggressive when people approached her on the
right side. Complainant took Baby back to the Clinic for
suture removal and inquired as to the aggressiveness. Martha
Kleypas, D.V.M. told complainant that the aggressiveness was
norma!. The next day, Baby was still aggressive so
complainant returned to the Clinic for another examination.
Dawn James, D.V.M. examined Baby and diagnosed her with a
bruise on her right side and prescribed tramadol and
metacam. The following day, Baby had not improved and
began scratching at the bruised area. The area turned black
and was scabbing. Complainant then took Baby back to see
Respondent. Respondent shaved Baby around the area and
diagnosed her with a thermal burn caused by the heating pad
she used during surgery. Respondent apologized and refunded
complainant the amount of the surgery. Respondent prescribed
buprenorphine, metacam, and tramado!. |
Informal reprimand |
|
Vanderford,
Tommy Tommy Vanderford DVM |
12400 | La Porte | 2014-250 | 01/27/2015 | Adherence to the Law; Use of Prescription Drugs; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans | On
February
24, 2014, Respondent attempted to fill a 90-tablet Adderall 20
mg prescription at Walgreens for his dog. The pharmacist refused
to fill the prescription. On March 26, 2014, Respondent provided
an affidavit to an investigator with the Texas Department of
Public Safety (DPS) stating that his truck was broken into and
its contents were stolen, including his DPS and Drug Enforcement
Administration registration and prescription pads. He stated
that he had not written any prescriptions for his dog. On March
31, 2014, Respondent provided DPS with another affidavit stating
that he had been writing Adderall prescriptions for his dog for
the past 2 years. Respondent stated that his personal doctor
currently was prescribing Adderall for him and that he wrote
prescriptions for his dog to readily receive the medication for
himself. He further stated that he was aware he was addicted to
Adderrall. |
Formal reprimand; 5 yr probated suspension; 5 yr Peer Assistance contract; Notify employer of this order; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Vanderford,
Tommy Tommy Vanderford DVM |
12400 | La Porte | 2015-086 | 01/27/2015 | Continuing Education | Through
a
Board compliance inspection by mail in April 2014, Respondent
admitted that he failed to obtain the full 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) for calendar years 2012 and 2013,
although at the time of renewing his license, he reported that
he had obtained all 17 hours for those years. He subsequently
submitted falsified CE certificates. Respondent failed to obtain
1.5 of the required 17 hours for 2012. |
$1,250 Admin Penalty, Add'l 1.5 hrs CE |
|
Vardeman, Alfred L. Alfred Vardeman DVM |
6535 | Colorado City | 2015-196 | 10/13/2015 | Standard of Care | On
November
17, 2014, a 12-year-old Yorkshire terrier named Kelsey was
presented to Respondent for Cushings Disease testing.
Respondent advised the owner that he would send off the
bloodwork and call him with results. The owner called
Respondent approximately 16 times, but the clinic staff
always told him that Respondent was busy and would call
back. He did not. The owner was never contacted with
Kelsey’s lab results. Due to Respondent’s failure to report
the results, the owner had to take Kelsey to another DVM who
conducted the blood tests again. Kelsey was confirmed to
have Cushings Disease, which had progressed to a very high
level at this point. Respondent had four previous Agreed
Orders with the Board. |
Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE. |
|
Voitier, Katie Katie Voitier DVM |
12182 | Conroe | 2015-005 | 01/27/2015 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
21, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and terminated on February 28, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
|
Weiss, Darren L. Darren Weiss DVM |
9125 | Bastrop | 2015-171 | 07/21/2015 | Operation of Temporary Limited Service Veterinary Services | Respondent
is
co-owner of the Bastrop Veterinary Hospital in Bastrop, Texas.
On March 28, 2015, Respondent held a temporary vaccination
clinic at the Faith Lutheran Church in McDade, Texas.
Respondent failed to notify the Board prior to the
temporary clinic. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
|
Wheat, Mary Mary Wheat DVM |
10269 | Texarkana | 2015-050 | 07/21/2015 | Professional Standard of Care; Supervision of Non-Veterinarians; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Veterinarian Patient Record Keeping | On
April
10, 2014, a two·year-old male Weimariner breed canine
named "Amos" and a one-year-old male Great Dane breed canine
named "Ice Cream" was presented by their owner to Respondent
("Dr. Wheat") at the Ark La Tex Spay & Neuter Clinic in
Nash, Texas ("Clinic"). Owner brought Amos and Ice Cream to Dr.
Wheat for Respondent to perform neuter procedures on them both.
Amos died after the anesthetic was administered, but before the
surgery was started. The Board has received information from a
former employee of the Clinic that Amos was sedated and then
left without anyone supervising Amos in the surgery room. The
Board has also received information from another former employee
of the Clinic that Amos was readied for surgery and then the
veterinary technician went to the mail box leaving the animal
unmonitored in the surgery room. Directly after the veterinary
technician returned to the surgery room from the mail box, a
medical emergency occurred and she saw that Amos was not
breathing. When the owner went to the Clinic to see Amos, she
also asked to see Ice Cream. She was told Ice Cream wasn't ready
to leave. After the owner left, Respondent performed a second
surgery due to Ice Cream's bleeding. She did not tell owner
about the second surgery or bleeding until the informal
conference. Further, the second surgery is not documented in Ice
Cream's records. The owner later picked up Ice Cream. Respondent
released him while he was still unconscious and non-ambulatory,
as he had to be carried to owner's car. Further, Ice Cream
was unconscious at home until 6:30 p.m. Ice Cream developed a
post-surgical infection within four days of Respondent
completing the neuter procedure. Ice Cream's infection was
treated at the Isbell Vet Services in Arkansas for the infection
on April 14,2014. Dr. Isbell noted that there was moderate
swelling of the dog's scrotum and that the incision site was
inflamed and necrotic. After Dr. Isbell debrided the necrotic
tissue from the incision, cleaned the site, injected some drugs
into the area, and dispensed antibiotics. Ice Cream's infection
seemed to have cleared. Respondent's medical records lack routes
of administration and concentrations for drugs administered,
temperatures for the animals, details necessary to substantiate
any examinations, and appear to have alterations or
supplementations that were not added contemporaneously and are
not indicated with a time and date of the amendment or
alteration. The records further lack information detailing the
second surgery for Ice Cream. Finally, the records appear to
have portions deleted by "white-out;" however, Respondent is not
able to provide the original records for inspection by the Board
to attempt to determine what information was deleted. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE in recordkeeping; Jurisprudence Exam |
|
White, Larry Larry White DVM |
3341 | Houston | 2015-058 | 07/21/2015 | Supervision of Non-Veterinarians | On
July
16, 2014, the Houston Police Department arrested Wilfredo
Gutierrez for practicing veterinary medicine without a license.
Mr. Gutierrez was later charged with possession of a controlled
substance group less than I gram, a state jail felony. Mr.
Gutierrez was in possession of six syringes labeled
buprenorphine, one syringe labeled morphine, several boxes of
prescription required vectra, and various unidentified pills and
tablets. The syringes also contained the names Atlas, Felix,
Hudson, and Sable. Mr. Gutierrez had an additional three
syringes labeled buprenorphine labeled Saighl, Sunni, and Tango.
During questioning by the Houston Police Department, Mr.
Gutierrez stated that he was employed by Respondent. The Board
conducted an inspection of Respondent at the Briarcrest
Veterinary Clinic (the "Clinic"), which Respondent owns, on July
16, 2014. Respondent confirmed that he employed Mr. Gutierrez as
a part time kennel technician. Dr. Leslie Brennan, also employed
by Respondent, confirmed that the handwriting on the labels on
the syringes in Mr. Gutierrez's possession appeared to belong to
two former Clinic employees. Patient records were obtained for
the names that appeared on the labels of the syringes. The
records included prescriptions for the drugs within the syringes
and with the same dosage as was in the syringes. Patient records
were not available for three of the names on the syringe labels.
Respondent reported to the Board that his Clinic's kennel staff
assist in administering injections of buprenorphine to overnight
surgery patients. The drugs would be drawn into the syringe and
left out for the kennel staff, including Mr. Gutierrez, to
administer to the animals that stayed overnight at the
Clinic. Respondent violated rule 573.10 which requires a
licensed veterinarian to properly delegate care andl/or
treatment duties to a non-veterinarian. |
Informal reprimand |
|
Whiting, Joe H. Joe Whiting DVM |
10787 | Bells | 2015-168 | 07/21/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
Board compliance inspection on March 24, 2015, it was discovered
that Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled
substances logs by not maintaining the required data, including
the correct balance on hand. Specifically, the amounts logged
for euthanasia solution, hydrocodone syrup, buprenorphine,
hydromorphone, fatal plus, butorphanol, and ketamine were
inaccurate when compared to the amounts on hand. Respondent
admitted that his log was not keeping a correct running balance. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Whitson, Adam Adam Whitson DVM |
10931 | Sulphur Springs | 2015-002 | 01/27/2015 | Supervision of Non - Veterinarians; Standard of Care; Maintenance of Sanitary Premises | On
June
18, 2014, the Board received information from an investigator
with the Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)
that Respondent regularly allowed lay employees and volunteers
(including two 14-year-old volunteers) at the Frank Barchard
Memorial Animal Shelter to perform spay and neuter procedures,
many times unsupervised. The shelter was found to be unsanitary,
with injured and infected animals housed there. |
Formal
Reprimand,
5 yr suspension (1 yr active
4 yrs probated), $2,500 Admin Penalty |
|
Whitson, Adam Adam Whitson DVM |
10931 | Sulphur Springs | 2015-122 | 07/21/2015 | Standard of Care | On
July
2, 2014, a 2-year-old female dog named Ava was presented to
Respondent at the Frank Barchard Memorial Animal Shelter for
unspecified reasons. When the owner picked up Ava and two other
dogs, she noticed that Ava was lethargic, appeared to be in
pain, and had dried and fresh blood down inside both of her hind
legs. She further observed blood actively dripping from Ava’s
abdomen with a large, softball sized hematoma at the incision
site. The shelter’s owner contacted Respondent who told her to
“wrap” Ava and send her home. The owner said such treatment was
unacceptable and she took Ava to an emergency clinic where Ava
was treated by another DVM with a $1,946.06 surgery. That DVM
stated that Respondent did not meet the standard of care. He
thought Ava was neglected by Respondent. He stated that the
procedure was performed carelessly without proper protocol or
ligation of major vessels. Ava would have died without his
surgical intervention. Two other DVMs at the emergency clinic
seconded that opinion. On January 27, 2015, Respondent and the
Board agreed to Order 2015-002. In addition to other violations,
that order disciplined Respondent for allowing lay people to
perform surgeries at the shelter. |
Revoked. Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
|
Wood, Mark W. Mark Wood DVM |
5852 | Dallas | 2016-008 | 10/13/2015 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | During
a
Board inspection on June 4, 2015, it was discovered that
Respondent did not have a total balance on hand for
euthasol, ketamine, or butorphanol. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| 2014
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
| Abraham, Brad P. Brad Abraham DVM |
10652 | Wylie | 2014-127 | 06/03/2014 | Continuing Education | Respondent
could
not show proof of four (4) hours out of the 17 required
continuing education (CE) he was to obtain for calendar year
2014. |
$750 admin penalty; Additional 4 hours CE by end of one year from date of board order. |
|
Adams, Sam Sam Adams DVM |
3533 | Stephenville | 2014-07 | 02/18/2014 | Failure to Obtain Consent | Failure
to
obtain consent for anesthesia by failing to inform the client
that teeth cleaning on 7-year-old Dachshund required anesthesia
and failure to explain to client the risks of anesthesia. During
the procedure while she was under anesthesia, dog stopped
breathing and her heart stopped. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Airhart, Jim Jim Airhart DVM |
2385 | Mesquite | 2013-73, 2013-82, SOAH | 02/18/2014 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Patient Record Keeping; Surgery Without Consent; Malpractice, Negligence, or Incompetence; | Engaged
in
pattern of acts that indicate consistent pattern of malpractice,
negligence, or incompetence in the practice of veterinary
medicine. Releasing a patient that had either not yet
sufficiently recovered from anesthesia or was suffering from
uncontrolled bleeding. Failure to euthanize a client's pet rat
“Perseus” after agreeing to euthanize and then keeping the
animal alive and treating her without knowledge of or permission
from the client. Failure to record details necessary to
substantiate the treatment he provided “Perseus” between
January 4-16, 2012 and failure to include details necessary to
substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and
treatment provided and surgical procedure performed. Failure to
record the names, dosages, concentrations, and routes of
administration of each drug prescribed, administered,
and/or dispensed to “Rosco,” a miniature schnauzer between
August 8-13, 2012. |
Formal
Reprimand,
2 year suspension all probated except 1 week. when license will
be actively suspended; $1,000
admin.
penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. |
|
Akin, Joel B. Joel Akin DVM |
6921 | Grapevine | 2014-107 | 06/03/2014 | Default on Child Support Payments, Controlled Substances Registration, Duty to cooperate with the board. | On
June
25, 2013, Office of the Attorney General notified the Board that
Respondent was in arrears on child support. Respondent has been
in arrears in the past and received Board order 2013-51 for
being in arrears. According to records obtained from two
clinics, Respondent was utilizing controlled substances while
working at the clinics without having a current DPS controlled
substance registration. Respondent was sent a written request
for information regarding his controlled substance registration,
and he did not respond until after the 21-day deadline. |
Formal Reprimand, 2 year probated suspension; $2,000 admin. penalty |
|
Alexis, Vincent Vincent Alexis DVM |
11628 | Elgin | 2013-123 | 02/18/2014 | Felony Conviction | Convicted
by
the United States District Court for the Northern District of
New York, of Attempted Travel in Interstate and Foreign
Commerce, to Engage in Illicit Sexual Conduct, a Class B felony,
and sentenced to confinement in the Institutional Division of
the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. His license was
automatically revoked by operation of law on December 4, 2013. |
|
| Arca,
Alfonso M. Alfonso Arca DVM |
6375 | Grapevine | 14-05 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the Texas Department of
Public Safety (DPS). Registration expired on January 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted he utilized controlled substances on animals
after the expiration date of his controlled substance
registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Arnold,
Stephanie L. Stephanie Arnold DVM |
10179 | Ft. Worth | 2014-126 | 06/03/2014 | Patient Records Release | Failure
to
furnish a copy of the complete patient record within 15 days of
a client's request. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Ashley, Brooke Brooke Ashley DVM |
12674 | Lake Jackson | 2014-199 | 10/21/2014 | Failure to Establish and Maintain a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs, Record Keeping | Failure
to
establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship prior to
describing, dispensing, administering or ordering delivered
prescription drugs and failing to determine that the drugs were
therapeutically indicated for the health and well-being of the
animal(s). Failure to record the balance on hand for each
controlled substance. Failure to record required information,
including but not limited to the patient's temperature if
required for diagnosis or treatment prior to surgery. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; 3 hrs. add'l CE. |
|
Badamo, Maria
C. Maria Badamo DVM |
12721 | Dallas | 2014-200 | 10/21/2014 | Continuing Education | Respondent
stated
that she did not obtain all of the requisite hours of continuing
education for 2013. |
$750 admin. penalty; 11 hours add'l CE |
| Beckham,
Aimee Aimee Beckham DVM |
7910 | Hempstead | 2014-255 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Board compliance inspection revealed that
Respondent's drug logs for ketamine, fatal plus, and dolorex did
not balance with the physical amounts on hand. |
Formal Reprimand., $1,000 Admin Penalty |
| Beckham,
Huey P. Huey Beckham DVM |
7629 | Houston | 14-11 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Patient Record Keeping; Supervision of Non-licensed Persons; Use of Prescription Drugs; Failure to Maintain a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | Controlled substances recordkeeping:
Failure to record the date of acquisition, quantity purchased,
date the drug was administered or dispensed, the quantity
administered or dispensed, name of the client and patient
receiving the drugs, and the balance on hand for each controlled
substance. Failure to record required information on client
patient record. Failure to supervise an unlicensed person
performing veterinary medicine, and allowing an unlicensed
person to diagnose the need for and prescribe prescription
drugs. Failure to maintain a veterinary-client-patient
relationship. |
Formal Reprimand., $1,500 Admin Penalty, Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
| Beckham,
Huey P. Huey Beckham DVM |
7629 | Houston | 2014-214 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration; Adherence to the Law | Respondent admitted to administering and
dispensing controlled substances after his registration expired.
|
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Bitter, John
F. John Bitter DVM |
8106 | Argyle | 2014-156 | 06/03/2014 | Responsibility for Licensure of Licensed Persons | Failure to assure that veterinarian
employee had a controlled substance registration with the Texas
Department of Public Safety (DPS). Employee never had a
controlled substance registration. A veterinarian who employs or
supervises another veterinarian has a duty to assure that the
person meets the requirements for controlled substance
registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Bowman, Stephen Stephen Bowman DVM |
9302 | La Vernia | 14-14 | 06/03/2014 | Failure to Establish a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Professional Standard of Care; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Patient Record Keeping | Failure to establish a
veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Failure to examine an
animal prior to diagnosing, prescribing, and dispensing drugs.
Failure to examine an animal when information from the client
indicated that the animal was not responding to the prescribed
treatment. Dispensing medications in bulk and without a
veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Respondent inherently
failed to include on the label the patient name, the strength
and quantity to be dispensed, the directions for use, and the
date of dispensing. Failure to record required information,
including but not limited to, details necessary to substantiate
the examination, diagnosis, or treatment provided; the patient's
weight if required for diagnosis or treatment; and the names,
dosages, and routes of administration of drugs prescribed,
administered, and dispensed. |
Formal Reprimand, $500 Admin. penalty |
|
Brackeen, Gary Gary Brackeen DVM |
3862 | Angleton | 578-14 -0699 |
02/18/2014 | Supervision of Non-Licensed Persons, Direct Responsibility to Client, Standard of Care, Responsibility to Refer a Case, Issuance of Official Health Documents Through Direct Knowledge Only, Honesty Integrity & Fair Dealing, Observance of Confidentiality, Advertising, Labeling of Medications Dispensed, Use of RX Drugs, Controlled Substances Record Keeping, Patient Record Keeping, Records Release & Charges, Minimum Security for Controlled Substances, Violation of Board Order, Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent's
repeated
failure to supervise his non-veterinarian employees, failure to
practice up to the standard of care, and failure to include
required information in his veterinary medical records are a
pattern of acts that indicate consistent malpractice, negligence
or incompetence in the practice of veterinary medicine. The
nature of Respondent's previous violations and the fact that he
repeated those same violations makes him carrying a license an
imminent peril to the public. Respondent's actions are also
actual hazards to the health, safety, or economic welfare of the
public because the economic property of various clients was
harmed in that the animal died due to Respondent's actions or
the animal needed further veterinary services to repair the
damage Respondent's actions caused. Violations include release
of a client's confidential information and status as a
Complainant of the clinic to clinic's other clients leading to
harassment of the client; repeated failure to record required
information on patient chart; repeated allowance of
non-veterinarian employees to test, diagnose, treat, and provide
a prognosis for patients; failure to keep proper controlled
substance logs resulting in an inability to discern from the
drug logbook whether controlled substances were being used
appropriately or being abused. The sheer number of violations of
the Board's Rules that have the same or similar factual
circumstances underpinning them, in addition to Respondent's
issuing of rabies certifications that fraudulently allege the
absence of the animal disease rabies, constitute an imminent
peril to the public under Board Rule 575.25. Animals affected by
this Respondent include Spanky, Apollo, Butch, Gabby, Jericho,
Koko, Peaches, Taco, Triscuit, and more. |
|
| Brooking,
Michael W. Michael Brooking DVM |
6390 | Houston | 14-09 | 06/03/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On July 10, 2013, the Board obtained
information from the 97th District Court District Attorney's
office for Archer, Clay, and Montague Counties stating that Dr.
Brooking was indicted on June 18, 2012, for aggravated assault
with a deadly weapon, a second degree felony. A review of
Respondent's licensee file did not indicate that he had
previously reported the indictment. Veterinarians are required
to report to the Board no later than the 30th day after being
charged with, or convicted of, any felony. |
Informal Reprimand, $500 Admin penalty |
|
Brown, Kelly Kelly Brown DVM |
11109 | Midland | 14-16 | 06/03/2014 | Patient Records Release | Failure to furnish a copy of the complete
patient record within 15 days of the client's request. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Brown, Rachel Rachel Brown DVM |
12333 | Rochester Hills, MI | 2014-31 | 02/18/2014 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Failure to administer intravenous fluids
immediately when an animal presented with signs of acute
dehydration. |
Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs add'l CE in emergency medicine |
|
Bryant, Joey Joey Bryant DVM |
9787 | Kyle | 2014-159 | 06/03/2014 | Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans, Violation of Board Order | Ingested
Tramadol
without a prescription, injecting Fentanyl without a
prescription, submitted urine samples using her own son's urine
for random drug screenings, and failed to report her use of
Tramadol or Fentanyl without a prescription to the General
Counsel of the Board within 24 hours. Violation of Board order
2013-87, demonstrating that Respondent is a continuing and
imminent threat to the public welfare. Respondent agreed to
voluntarily cancel her license and not seek reinstatement by the
Board for five years from the date of this order dated May 22,
2014. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
| Butler, Brooks Brooks Butler DVM |
12992 | Flower Mound | 2014-155 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of
current registration with both the Drug Enforcement
Administration (DEA) and the Texas Department of Public Safety
(DPS). Respondent had never obtained a DPS controlled substance
registration; he was without the requisite registration from the
time he began practicing veterinary medicine in June 2013.
Respondent's employer provided evidence that Respondent
administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances to
animals since June 1, 2013. |
$1,000 Admin penalty |
| Bynum, Jeffry Jeffry Bynum DVM |
7822 | Frisco | 2014-03 | 02/18/2014 | Standard of Care | Respondent discharged 12-year-old male
pug before patient had fully recovered from sedation. Patient
could not walk or stand upon release. More than three hours
later client called respondent to report dog had not recovered
from sedation and was having trouble breathing. Patient died in
the next hour. |
Formal Reprimand; Restitution $409.11 |
| Bynum, Jeffry Jeffry Bynum DVM |
7822 | Frisco | 2014-168 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Could not show proof of current
controlled substance registration with DPS. Respondent admitted
that he had administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled
substances to animals since January 1, 2013. |
$500 Admin. Penalty |
|
Calabria, Elizabeth J. Elizabeth Calabria DVM |
6394 | Grant, OK | 2014-23 | 02/18/2014 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for eight (8)
hours as she was required to have for calendar year 2012. |
$500 admin. penalty; 8 hrs add'l CE. |
|
Carmen, Keidra M. Keidra Carmen DVM |
11172 | Missouri City, TX | 2014-33 | 02/18/2014 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
admitted
that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled
substances for approximately six (6) months after the expiration
of her controlled substance registration on February 28, 2013 |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Chucle, Jeanne Jeanne Chucle DVM |
7324 | Houston | 2014-101 | 06/03/2014 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees, Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed Employees | Improper
delegation
of care and/or treatment duties to a non-veterinarian, or fails
to properly supervise the non-veterinarian performing delegated
duties. Non-veterinarian clinic groomer administered Isoflurane
anesthesia to female cat prior to grooming. Respondent left the
clinic while cat was still under anesthesia; cat had difficulty
recovering from anesthesia. Cat passed away. |
Formal Reprimand, Admin penalty of $1,500 payable within 45 days |
|
Chucle, Jeanne Jeanne Chucle DVM |
7324 | Houston | 2014-124 | 06/03/2014 | Direct Responsibility to Client, Failure to Post Complaint Informationn Notice, Failure to Display License, Controlled Substances Record Keeping, Formed Partnership with Person Unlicensed to Practice Veterinary Medicine | Respondent
failed
to inform clients and other visitors how to file complaints with
the Board by including the Board's address and telephone numbers
on a written notice, brochure, or statement on each written
bill, invoice or receipt. Failed to maintain records for each
controlled substance in her possession, including the balance on
hand. Respondent was employed by a clinic owned by a
non-licensed person. |
Formal Reprimand, Admin penalty of $2,500 payable within 45 days. Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
|
Curry, Bishop B. Bishop Curry DVM |
3866 | Mt. Vernon | 2014-207 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration; Adherence to the Law | Failure
to
renew controlled substance registration with the Texas DPS.
Respondent admitted to administrating and dispensing controlled
substances after registration expired. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Curtis, Shauna R. Shauna Curtis DVM |
10146 | Tyler, TX | 2014-17 | 02/18/2014 | Default on Student Loan | Default
on
student loan. Texas Student Loan Corporation notified the Board
that Respondent was in arrears on her student loans. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| DeLaune,
Scarlett M. Scarlett DeLaune DVM |
9039 | The Woodlands | 14-12 | 10/21/2014 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain License | In
her
application for veterinary license, Respondent failed to
disclose her arrest in 1986 for felony possession of a
controlled substance (methamphetamine) and instead provided only
information regarding a DWI (driving while intoxicated) offense.
|
Informal Reprimand |
| Dixon, Rhonda Rhonda Dixon DVM |
8526 | Houston | 14-13 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Could
not
show proof of current DPS. Respondent's controlled substance
registration expired on February 28, 2013. Respondent admitted
she utilized controlled substances to animals after the
expiration date of her controlled substance registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Drummond, Betty Betty Drummond DVM |
8760 | College Station | 2013-147 | 02/18/2014 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Failure
to
ensure that a stomach tube passed into the stomach rather than
remaining in the esophagus for the administration of activated
charcoal. Two-year-old female Toy Poodle had regurgitated some
of the activated charcoal into her mouth and had aspirated some
of it. Dog lost consciousness, was resuscitated, remained
hospitalized overnight, and died the next morning. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Elliott, Virginia Virginia Elliott DVM |
5291 | Guthrie | 2014-179 | 06/03/2014 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of 12 hours out of the 17 hours required for
continuing education (CE) she was to obtain for calendar year
2013. |
$750 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 12 hrs CE |
| Espinosa, David David Espinosa DVM |
12828 | Nederland | 2014-118 | 06/03/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On
July
9, 2013, the Jefferson County District Attorney's office
informed the Board that Respondent was indicted in Jefferson
County on May 9, 2013, for attempted possession of a controlled
substance (Alprazolam) by presenting a pharmacist with a forged
prescription of a veterinarian whose clinic Respondent had done
some relief work at. Respondent was indicted for a third-degree
felony and did not inform the Board of his indictment. When the
Board staff sent a letter to the Respondent requesting specific
information about the incident and why this had not been
reported to the Board as required , Respondent failed to provide
any written response to this request. |
Informal Reprimand, $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Foster, Lynn Lynn Foster DVM |
11281 | Athens | 2014-240 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent's
controlled
substance registration expired on April 1, 2013, and terminated
on September 30, 2013. Respondent admitted that she
administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances
from April 2013 until April 2014. |
$500 Admin. Penalty |
|
Gant, Roderick Roderick Gant DVM |
10629 | Mansfield | 2014-134 | 10/21/2014 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees, Professional Standard of Care | Improperly
delegating
care and/or treatment duties to veterinary assistants or failing
to properly supervise veterinary assistants performing delegated
duties. Respondent also failed to check the work of his
unlicensed employee. |
Formal Reprimand |
|
Garcia, Danielle Danielle Garcia DVM |
12900 | Bryan | 2013-165 | 02/18/2014 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain License | On
her
application for a veterinary license, Respondent attested that
she had never been a party to any legal proceedings. Information
from the Board obtained from the Brazos County Clerk showed that
Respondent was arrested on May 7, 2010, for the Class B
misdemeanor Driving While Intoxicated and formally charged with
that crime on the same date. Respondent did not include this
information on her application for a veterinary license, and
instead checked “no” in response to the question, “Have you ever
been a party to, or a witness in, any legal proceedings, either
civil or criminal.” |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Gardner, Anna Anna Gardner DVM |
7575 | Brinnon, WA | 2014-16 | 02/18/2014 | Continuing Education | In
response
to a compliance inspection conducted by the Board via mail,
Respondent was able to provide proof of having obtained only
three hours of continuing education (CE) for calendar years
2010, 2011 and 2012, instead of the 17 hours of acceptable CE
required annually. |
$2,000 admin. penalty; 42 hrs. add'l CE. |
|
Garner, Steven Steven Garner DVM |
5371 | League City | 2014-25 | 02/18/2014 | Supervision of Non-Licensed Employees | Failure
to
properly supervise non-licensed veterinary technicians.
Non-licensed employee was identified by clients as providing
“primary veterinary care” including diagnosing and prescribing
while Respondent was not present at the clinic. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Garza, Linda Linda Garza DVM |
9705 | San Antonio | 2014-11 | 02/18/2014 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Texas
Department
of Public Safety (DPS) notified the Board that Respondent's
controlled substance registration expired October 1, 2012 and
terminated on April 1, 2013. Respondent admitted that she
administered, prescribed and dispensed controlled substances
from October 2, 2012 until the Board informed her that she was
not registered with the DPS on May 17, 2013. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Gorman, Philip Philip Gorman DVM |
5482 | Sealy | 2014-233 | 10/21/2014 | Patient Record Keeping | Client
boarded
10 or 11 cats at the clinic that the Respondent owns. Respondent
provided the Board with patient records for eight of the cats.
All of the records for the feral cats contained a reference
being both male and female adults. All of the feral cats were
further noted to have received the same treatment and
medications on the same date and as weighing the same exact
weight. Failure to record required patient specific information,
including but not limited to the details necessary to
substantiate the examination, diagnosis or treatment provided;
the patient's weight if required for diagnosis or treatment; and
the names, dosages, and routes of administration of drugs
prescribed, administered, and dispensed. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Granberry,
Robert Robert Granberry DVM |
2901 | Carmine | 2014-163 | 06/03/2014 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of 17 hours out of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) he was to obtain for calendar year
2013. |
$750 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE. |
|
Harris, Bethany Bethany Harris DVM |
12342 | Slaton | 2014-177 | 10/21/2014 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated or Addicted to Drugs | Respondent
entered
into an agreement for monitoring with the Peer Recovery Network
(PRN) for substance abuse. Respondent refused to fulfill
requirements under the PRN due to financial constraints. |
Formal Reprimand; Two year probated suspension; 5 yr peer assistance contract; Notify employer of this order. |
|
Hebel, David P. David Hebel DVM |
8345 | Elgin | 14-08 | 06/03/2014 | Default on Student Loan | On
November
14, 2013, the Texas Student Loan Corporation notified the Board
that Respondent was in arrears on his student loans. |
Informal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty; |
|
Helcel, David
R. David Helcel DVM |
11365 | Houston | 2014-123 | 06/03/2014 | Direct Responsibility to Clients, Violation of Management Services Organization in Veterinary Practice, Exploited by Non-Veterinarian. | Respondent
was
employed by a pet resort that was owned by an individual who was
not a licensed veterinarian. Respondent stated that he was paid
a set $400 per shift worked. Respondent provided that owner
would book appointments, collect payments, reorder supplies, and
manage payroll taxes. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Herrington,
Kellie Kellie Herrington DVM |
10207 | Argyle | 2014-158 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on January 31, 2014, investigators determined
that the records for certain controlled substances did not
reflect the current substances on hand; specifically telazol,
diazepam, euthasol, and butorphal. None of the balances in the
log books for these substances were the same as the balances of
the drugs actually on hand at the hospital. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Hildreth, Elizabeth Elizabeth Hildreth DVM |
4960 | Richmond | 2014-12 | 02/18/2014 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping | Board
investigators
noted during a compliance inspection of Respondent's clinic that
the physical amount of Ketaset, Dolorex, Beuthanasia, and
Torbugesic at the clinic did not coincide with the physical
amount for those drugs noted in the clinic's controlled
substances logbook. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Hill, Mendi Mendi Hill DVM aka Mendi Al Gburi DVM see here |
8548 | Carrollton | 2014-222 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law, Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans, Minimum Security for Controlled Substances, Reporting of Criminal Activity, Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated or Addicted to Drugs, Violated Professional Conduct Rules | Failure
to
adhere to the law; prescribing the need for and administering
Ketamine to herself; failure to keep Ketamine bottles stored in
a substantially constructed security cabinet; failure to report
her criminal charge within 30 days of December 18, 2013; failure
to report her criminal charge within 30 days of March 12,
2014; chronically or habitually intoxicated, chemically
dependent, or addicted to drugs; diagnosed as suffering Ketamine
substance use disorder and severe alcohol use disorder.
Respondent surrendered her DEA license on July 11, 2014. |
Formal Reprimand; 5 year Peer Assistance
contract; License suspension for 5 years of which suspension is
active
until July 7, 2015. After this date, suspension is probated for
remainder of 5 years with many conditions (see order). |
|
Hoffman, Holly Holly Hoffman DVM |
9826 | Wichita Falls | 2014-238 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired on April 30, 2013 and terminated on October 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from May 2013 through November
2013. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| Hooper, Thomas Thomas Hooper DVM |
6015 | Gary | 2014-104 | 06/03/2014 | Practiced Veterinary Medicine Without a Valid License, Controlled Substances Registration, Violation of Board Order, Continuing Education | Respondent
was
found to be practicing veterinary medicine without a valid Texas
license. Respondent was found to be prescribing, dispensing,
delivering or ordering to be delivered controlled substances
without a current controlled substances registration with the
DEA and DPS. Failed to complete continuing education ordered in
Agreed Order 2012-39, and failed to pay the $1,000
administrative penalty under Agreed Order 2012-112 by the
deadline set out by the order. Failed to complete continuing
education orders required for annual renewal for calendar years
2011 and 2012, and continuing education hours ordered by the
Board under Agreed Order 2012-39. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed and probated suspension; Admin. Penalty of $5,000; Add'l 2 hrs CE. |
| Howe, Lisa Lisa Howe DVM |
6200 | College Station | 2014-08 | 06/03/2014 | Duty to Cooperate with Board | Failure
in
duty to cooperate with the Board, which requires veterinarians
to cooperate fully with any Board investigation and respond
within 21 days of receipt to requests for information regarding
complaints and other requests for information from the Board. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Hudson, Abbett Abbett Hudson DVM |
13593 | Muleshoe | 2014-247 | 10/21/2014 | Engaged in Dishonest or Illegal Practices | Court
documents
show that Respondent provided to the Board state that on
February 29, 2012, Respondent was indicted for the crimes of
Burglary, Criminal Attempt to Commit a Felony, Financial
Transaction Card Theft (twice), Criminal Trespass (twice), and
Obstruction of an Officer for his actions of March 6, 201.
Indictments show that Respondent broke into a dwelling and stole
two credit cards out of that dwelling, attempted to break into
another dwelling, slashed the tires of two vehicles, and ran
from an officer of the law after being told to stop. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 year probated suspension; Submit to evaluation with Peer Assistance program; Notify and provide employer with copy of this order. |
| Jackson,
Cassinda Cassinda Jackson DVM |
10411 | Winters | 2014-266 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent’s
controlled
substance registration expired on April 30, 2013 and was
terminated for non-renewal on October 31, 2013. Respondent
admitted that she administered and dispensed controlled
substances while her registration was expired. Respondent now
has a current registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| James,
Michael K. Michael James DVM |
8657 | Ft. Worth | 14-03 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection, Respondent could not show proof of current
registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance
registration expired on April 30, 2013. Respondent admitted that
he did not have current registration with the DPS and that he
had utilized controlled substances in animals while his
registration was expired. |
$1,000 Admin Penalty |
|
Jameson,
Charles Charles Jameson DVM |
3097 | League City | 2014-201 | 10/21/2014 | Ban on Use of Solicitors, Other | Respondent
participated
in an agreement with Lap of Love, a Florida organization whose
founders are not licensed in the state of Texas. Lap of Love
referred clients to Respondent and remunerated him for providing
euthanasia services. |
Formal Reprimand |
|
Joy, Sam Sam Joy DVM |
10500 | Lewisville | 2014-182 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection, Respondent’s controlled substance log
reflected no Euthasol or Midazolam; however, a physical balance
was on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Joyner, James James Joyner DVM |
4539 | Frisco | 2014-253 | 10/21/2014 | Continuing Education | Respondent
failed
to obtain any of the 17 hours of required continuing education
(CE) he was to obtain for calendar year 2013. |
$750 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Keese, Larry Larry Keese DVM |
2627 | Humble | 2014-138 | 10/21/2014 | Standard of Care | Respondent
failed
to take radiographs to determine the cause of Dutch the dog's
tenderness resulting in failure to timely diagnose. Dog was
correctly diagnosed by second opinion veterinarians who
recommended the necessary surgery. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Kerin,
Charles Charles Kerin DVM |
5195 | Wylie | 2014-262 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection on July 15, 2014, it was discovered that the
Respondent’s controlled substance registration had expired on
May 31, 2014, after which time Respondent admitted he
administered and dispensed controlled substances. Respondent now
has a current registration. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Key, John C. John Key DVM |
2339 | Lubbock | 2014-117 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection, Respondent’s controlled substance log
reflected more Beuthanasia and Buprenex than was physically on
hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Kiernicki,
Holly Holly Kiernicki DVM |
9001 | Frisco | 2014-234 | 10/21/2014 | Ban on Use of Solicitors | Respondent
participated
in an agreement with Lap of Love, a Florida organization whose
founders are not licensed in the state of Texas. Lap of Love
referred clients to Respondent and remunerated her for providing
euthanasia and palliative care services. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
|
Kinnard,
Darrell Darrell Kinnard DVM |
3595 | Mabank | 578-14-2551 | 10/21/2014 | Labeling of Medicatiion Dispensed, Record Keeping | Respondent
dispensed
medication with label that lacked his name, the area code for
his clinic telephone number, the animal species, the name of the
client, and the strength of the drug. The associated medical
record failed to include the required information about the drug
dispensed on that date. Respondent also failed to document the
concentration and route of administration of antibiotics
administered in clinic. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l CE. |
|
Kleinschmidt,
Thomas Thomas Kleinschmidt DVM |
4735 | Lexington | 2014-257 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection on July 17, 2014, it was discovered that the
Respondent’s controlled substance registration had expired on
May 31, 2014, after which time Respondent admitted he
administered and dispensed controlled substances. Respondent now
has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Langston,
Pamela Pamela Langston DVM |
7204 | Round Rock | 2014-180 | 06/03/2014 | Failure to Cooperate with Board | In
April
2012 when Respondent activated her license renewal, she was
informed by the Board that she had 12 months to obtain 34 hours
of acceptable continuing education. After the Board did not
receive proof by March 1, 2013, it sent another notice
indicating that she now had 15 days. The Board did not receive a
response from the Respondent and consequently opened a case
against her, notifying her of such in a letter sent February 12,
2014. On February 28, 2014, Respondent provided proof of the
requisite 34 hours. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Lee, Kenneth Kenneth Lee DVM |
11735 | Decatur | 2014-202 | 10/21/2014 | Continuing Education | On
February
25, 2014, the Board received a letter from the Respondent
stating that he did not obtain all of the requisite hours of
continuing education for 2013; he lacked 11 hours. |
$750 admin. penalty; Add'l 11 hrs. CE. |
|
Lewis, Garry Garry Lewis DVM |
5325 | Dallas | 2014-210 | 10/21/2014 | Continuing Education | On
February
26, 2014, the Board received a call from the Respondent, stating
that he did not obtain all of the requisite hours of continuing
education for 2013. He lacked 10 hours. |
$1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 10 hours CE |
|
Lewis, Kirk Kirk Lewis DVM |
7473 | Austin | 2014-215 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law; Controlled Substance Registration | On
March
31, 2014 the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired May 31, 2013 and terminated on November 30, 2013.
Respondent admitted that he administered and dispensed
controlled substances after his registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Liska, Jason Jason Liska DVM |
10822 | Frisco | 2014-261 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection on June 26, 2014, it was discovered that the
Respondent’s controlled substance registration had expired on
May 31, 2014, after which time Respondent admitted that he
administered and dispensed controlled substances. Respondent now
has a current registration. |
$1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Lognion,
Benjamin Benjamin Lognion DVM |
13122 | Bryan | 2014-231 | 10/21/2014 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain License | On
his
application for DVM licensure, Respondent attested that he had
never been a party to any legal proceedings, civil or criminal.
Information the Board obtained from the Jefferson County Court
at Law No. 3 showed that in March 1999, Respondent was arrested
and charged for possession of ≤2 oz. of marijuana, a Class B
misdemeanor. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Major, Candace Candace Major DVM |
4408 | Dallas | 2014-24 | 02/18/2014 | Patient Record Keeping | Failure
to
include in a patient's medical record indicating the time and
date of any amendments, supplementations, changes or
corrections, and clearly indicating that there has been an
amendment, supplementation, change or correction. Such notation
is required for an amendment, supplementation, change or
correction in a patient record not made contemporaneously with
the act or observation. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
|
Martin, Thomas
A. Thomas A. Martin DVM |
6663 | Austin | 2014-191 | 10/21/2014 | Violation of Board Order | Respondent
failed
to provide proof of 9 hours of continuing education by November
29, 2013 per Agreed Order 2012-127 and to pay a $1,000 fine by
December 6, 2013 per Agreed Order 2013-169. The Board received
payment on February 27, 2014, 83 days late. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; Add'l 9 hrs. CE |
|
Mayronne,
Terrence Terrence Mayronne DVM |
3954 | Maxwell | 14-18 | 06/03/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated or Addicted to Drugs | Respondent
moved
from CA to TX in March 2013. On November 19, 2013, the Board
received a letter from PRN indicating that Respondent
voluntarily contacted them on August 27, 2013 to report 1) a
2011 DUI conviction in CA (where he also holds a veterinary
license) and 2) a 2013 positive drug screen for Tramadol with
admitted acquisition of Tramadol from his CA practice. PRN
offered to provide services to Respondent; however, Respondent
has not followed through with evaluations or recommendations.
Respondent informed Peer Recovery Network (PRN) that he is
unable to work due to family obligations. Respondent failed to
report the 2011 DUI conviction to the Board until the Board’s
investigation into the report he made to PRN. |
of License; Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
|
McClain, Jon Jon McClain DVM |
4829 | Bartonville | 2014-232 | 10/21/2014 | Continuing Education | On
December
13, 2013, the Board received an email from Respondent requesting
a hardship extension of the deadline to obtain continuing
education hours for 2013; the Board denied his request.
Respondent failed to obtain any of the requisite 17 hours of
continuing education for 2013. |
$1,500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
|
McCreary, Clay Clay McCreary DVM |
8683 | Sugarland | 2014-007, 2014-223 | 10/21/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity, Default on Student Loan, Supervision of Non-Veterinarians, Controlled Substances Record Keeping, Minimum Security for Controlled Substances, Controlled Substances Registration, Other | On
July
18, 2013, the Board obtained information from the Harris County
District Clerk stating that Respondent was indicted on January
24, 2013 for third degree felony possession of a controlled
substance. He did not report this indictment to the Board. On
November 5, 2013, the Texas Student Loan Corporation notified
the Board that Respondent was in arrears on his student loans.
Respondent was the only living veterinarian associated with the
Bellfort Animal Hospital per the Board’s records, although he
stated that he did not own the clinic. During a Board inspection
on May 22, 2014, when Respondent was not present, the controlled
substance log reflected no Ketamine, Beuthanasia, Butorphanol,
and Phenobarbital elixir, despite their physical presence on the
premises. No controlled substances log even existed for
Butorphanol or Phenobarbital elixir. The controlled substances
were stored in a manner that potentially did not prevent
unauthorized access and diversion. Further, Respondent’s
controlled substances registration had expired on July 1, 2013
and was later terminated due to non-renewal, after which time
Respondent admitted to using controlled substances. During
another Board inspection on May 30, 2014, no veterinarian was on
the premises despite the clinic being open for business. During
this visit, an unlocked controlled substances cabinet was
observed. Clinic staff admitted that it was sometimes unsecured
and open. They also admitted that they sometimes saw and treated
patients without a veterinarian present, on at least one
occasion sedating a patient. An unlicensed individual also
ordered controlled substances using Respondent’s DPS
registration number and signed for them when shipped to the
clinic. |
Formal Reprimandl 2 year suspension w/ all
but 2 months probated,
Submit
to evaluation with Peer Assistance Program; $2,000 admin.
penalty; Take and pass jurispridence exam. |
|
McGovern, Mary Mary McGovern DVM |
4161 | Houston | 2014-206 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law, Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
4, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
McGuire, Wendy Wendy McGuire DVM |
12520 | Floresville | 2014-241 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from July 1, 2013 until January
2014. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
McLeod, Stacy Stacy McLeod DVM |
9918 | Spearman | 2014-203 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law, Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Medina, Alvaro Alvaro Medina DVM |
7640 | El Paso | 2014-17 | 02/18/2014 | Patient Record Keeping; Failure to Notify Board of Operation of Temporary Limited Service Veterinary Services | Failure
to
record required information, including the dosage, concentration
and route of administration for all drugs prescribed or
administered, and the patient's weight when required for
treatment. Failure to notify the Board at least 48 hours before
beginning operation of a temporary limited-service veterinary
clinic. On December 15, 2012, Respondent conducted a temporary
service veterinary clinic but did not inform the Board of the
clinic. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE; Jurisprudence Exam |
|
Melloy, Brent Brent Melloy DVM |
6394 | Friendwood | 2014-27 | 02/18/2014 | Continuing Education | Respondent
could
not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for eleven
(11) hours as he was required to have for calendar year 2011. |
$1,000 admin. penalty; 11 hrs add'l CE |
|
Metzger, John John Metzger DVM |
10427 | Fredericksburg | 2015-014 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection on July 25, 2014, it was discovered that the
Respondent’s controlled substance registration had expired on
June 30, 2014, after which time Respondent admitted he
administered and dispensed controlled substances. Respondent now
has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Meyer, Jay Jay Meyer DVM |
8248 | Elgin | 2014-18 | 02/18/2014 | Violation of Board Order; Conditions Relative to License Suspension; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | Failure
to
abide by the terms of two agreed orders. Failure to inform his
employer and any veterinarians, equine dental providers, or
veterinary technicians he worked with about the terms of a board
order suspending his license, by failing to ensure that his
employer sent the Board written acknowledgement that he was
aware of the terms of the order, and by failing to send the
Board written notice that he had notified the veterinarians,
equined dental providers, and veterinary technicians with whom
he worked regarding the terms of the order. Being chronically or
habitually intoxicated, chemically dependent, or addicted to
drugs. |
5 yr probated suspension; 1 yr monitored; Continue Peer assistance |
|
Meyers, Ricky
D. Ricky Meyers DVM |
3961 | Liberty | 2014-22 | 02/18/2014 | Patient Record Keeping | Failure
to
maintain patient records for a minimum of five years from the
anniversary date of the date of last treatment by the
veterinarian. When client requested copies of pets' patient
records that were two to three years old, they were told by
staff that there were no records pertaining to the pets and that
the hospital destroys all records over two years old. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE |
|
Michler, Jon Jon Michler DVM |
10037 | Jasper | 2014-136 | 10/21/2014 | Supervision of Non- Licensed Employees, Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | On
May
24, 2012, six Shar Pei puppies were presented to Respondent for
removal of dew claws. Respondent instead told two of his
veterinary assistants to dock the tails and remove the dewclaws.
Two of the six puppies had both procedures performed before
Respondent stopped the assistants due to lack of authorization
for tail docking. Respondent then finished the authorized
procedures for the remaining four puppies. Respondent informed
the client’s wife about the mistake and attempted to compensate
them, but the client refused. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Miga, Joseph Joseph Miga DVM |
11394 | Adkins | 2014-192 | 10/21/2014 | Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | Respondent
performed
two authorized and requested procedures, but added an
unauthorized neuter procedure on Charlie the dog without
obtaining prior consent from client. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Monaco, Erin Erin Monaco DVM |
11853 | Haslet | 2014-205 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law, Controlled Substances Registration; Continuing Education | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. On December 6, 2013, the Board
received a letter from Respondent requesting a hardship
extension of the deadline to obtain continuing education hours;
the Board denied her request. Respondent failed to obtain any of
the requisite 17 hours of continuing education for 2013. |
$1,250 admin penalty, 17 hrs. CE |
|
Mouser, Dee Ann Dee Ann Mouser DVM |
9357 | Austin | 2014-227 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
16, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from July 1, 2013 until April
18, 2014 when she was notified by the Board that she did not
have an active license with the DPS. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Muennink, Ivan Ivan Muennink DVM |
6285 | Seminole | 2014-197 | 10/21/2014 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Patient Record Keeping | Syringes provided to client for sedation of Dani the dog did not contain labels. Respondent's patient records do not contain weight for the dog at the time sedative was prescribed. | Informal Reprimand, Add'l 3 hrs. CE |
|
Nimmo, Matthew
R. Matthew Nimmo DVM |
13589 | Stonewall, OK | 2014 Licensure Order | 06/03/2014 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain License | On
his
application for DVM licensure, Respondent attested that he had
never been a party to any administrative hearings or proceedings
regarding the practice of veterinary medicine or veterinary
education, including hearings held before another Board or other
licensing jurisdiction. Information the Board obtained from the
OK Veterinary Board showed that Respondent was disciplined in
September 2011 for habitual use of alcohol or a habit-forming
drug or chemical and for unprofessional conduct; he was placed
on probation for 5 years subject to certain terms and
conditions, including random drug screening and payment of an
administrative penalty. Information the Board obtained from the
FL Veterinary Board showed that Respondent was disciplined in
May 2011 for violation of continuing education requirements and
was required to pay an administrative penalty. Respondent did
not include this information on his application for a TX
veterinary license and instead checked “No” in response to the
related question. Further, Respondent did not list, describe, or
attach an explanation of criminal offenses for which he was
arrested or indicted. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin penalty |
|
O'Brien,
William H. William O'Brien DVM |
3130 | Somerville | 2014-216 | 10/21/2014 | Adherence to the Law, Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on January 31, 2014.
Respondent admitted that he administered and dispensed
controlled substances after his registration expired. Respondent
continues to not have a current registration |
$500 admin penalty |
|
O'Neil, Daniel
P. Daniel O'Neil DVM |
5338 | Fredericksburg | 2014-29 | 02/18/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
compliance
inspection, Board personnel determined that Respondent's
controlled substance log for Euthasol and Ketaset at the
veterinary facility which he owns did not balance with the
Euthasol and Ketaset on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Partin, Virgil Virgil Partin DVM |
3882 | Clyde | 2014-20 | 02/18/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Failure
to
report to the Board no later than the 30th day after being
charged with, or convicted of, any felony. On August 22, 2013,
the District/County Attorney for Callahan County stated that
Respondent was indicted on October 17, 2012, for aggravated
assault, a second degree felony. A review of Respondent's
licensee file did not indicate that he had previously reported
the indictment. |
Informal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Patson,
Courtney Courtney Patson DVM |
12535 | Houston | 2014-226 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
17, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired July 1, 2013 and terminated on January 31, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from January 13, 2014 until
March 27, 2014. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Pearson, Merten Merten Pearson DVM |
7388 | Amarillo | 2014-172 | 10/21/2014 | Standard of Care; Supervision of Non-veterinarians | Respondent
allowed
non-veterinarian employee to burn a patient with a hair dryer
while that employee was supposed to be keeping the animal warm
while it was under anesthesia. For four weeks afterward, Riley
the dog still had large black scabs and open sores on his
stomach. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Ramey, Charter
W. Charter Ramey DVM |
11059 | Amarillo | 14-10 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on July 20, 2013, it was discovered that the
Respondent’s controlled substance log did not contain the
requisite information for each controlled substance, including
the date of acquisition, quantity purchased, date the drug was
administered or dispensed, the quantity administered or
dispensed, the name of the client and patient receiving the
drug(s), and the balance on hand. After being shown Rule 573.50,
Respondent admitted that he did not maintain manners in
compliance. He further admitted that he did not have a record
for controlled substances at his office indicating the
individual usage of each controlled substance with the required
information. Responded stated that he used this method of record
keeping for the prior 3 years. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Reass, Paula Paula Reass DVM |
2809 | Houston | 2014-267 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
17, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and terminated on February 28, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Reynolds,
Steven Steven Reynolds DVM |
4762 | Round Rock | 2014-260 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
17, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and was later terminated due to
non-renewal. Respondent admitted that he administered and
dispensed controlled substances after his registration expired.
Respondent now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Rife, Patricia Patricia Rife DVM |
6862 | Greenville | 2014-161 | 06/03/2014 | Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Adherence to the Law; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Registration; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Respondent
owned
the Animal Medical Center in Greenville, TX and was a Board
member for non-profit organization “Cause for Paws” also in
Greenville. During a Board inspection on January 27, 2014, it
was discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances
registration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
had expired on August 31, 2013. Respondent’s records indicated
that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled
substances since August 31, 2013. The Board investigator further
discovered that Respondent’s controlled substances log did not
maintain balances for morphine, fentanyl patches, diazepam
injectable, and phenobarbital 64.8 mg. During the inspection,
Respondent admitted to dispensing ketamine and diazepam to the
Cause for Paws facility for use in spay and neuter procedures.
Respondent did not examine animals prior to them receiving the
drugs she dispensed. Respondent failed to label the ketamine
dispensed for Cause for Paws. A former employee also stated that
controlled substances were transferred from the Center to Cause
for Paws. Respondent did not have a DPS or federal Drug
Enforcement Administration controlled substances registration
for Cause for Paws. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty |
|
Rodriguez,
Jennifer Jennifer Rodriguez DVM |
9607 | Splendora | 2014-268 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
18, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and terminated on February 28, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Sack, Constance Constance Sack DVM |
12944 | Dallas | 2014-268 | 06/03/2014 | Violation of Board Order; Duty to Cooperate with Board; | On
March
25, 2013, the Board signed Agreed Order for Board Docket No.
2013-112, which Respondent also signed. It, in part, required
her to follow any and all recommendation of the Peer Assistance
Coordinator, Professional Recovery Network (PRN). PRN required
Respondent to comply with random drug screenings and prohibited
her from consuming alcohol and other certain drugs. Following
missed, positive, and altered drug screenings, Respondent
entered into a second agreement with PRN on November 19, 2013,
requiring her to submit to drug screenings, participate in
individual therapy, and attend one Alcoholics Anonymous meeting
a week for 6 months. Respondent failed to comply with these
requirements. On January 10, 2014, PRN alerted the Board and
discharged Respondent from working with them. On December 16,
2013, the Board sent Respondent a request for information
regarding this complaint, and she failed to respond in writing
within the required 21 days. Respondent did not follow all
recommendations of PRN as she was required to do under the
signed Agreed Order. Respondent failed to comply with a Board
Order. |
Formal reprimand; 1 year probated suspension, 5 year peer assistance contract, Notify employer of this order |
|
Schroeder,
Jason Jason Schroeder DVM |
7576 | Littlefield | 2014-170 | 06/03/2014 | Continuing Education | Respondent
self-reported
that he failed to obtain 9 of the 17 hours of required
continuing education (CE) he was to obtain for calendar year
2013. He timely requested an extension to obtain his hours; the
Board denied his request. |
$750 admin penalty; Add'l 9 hrs. CE. |
|
Shedd, Bryan Bryan Shedd DVM |
9614 | San Antonio | 2013-116 | 02/18/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Failure
to
have a current controlled substances registration with the DPS
while working as a relief veterinarian. Respondent's controlled
substance registration expired on June 30, 2012, and was
terminated due to non-renewal on December 31, 3012. Respondent
renewed his DPS controlled substance registration on January 3,
2013. According to patient records and controlled substance
records at the clinic where he worked as a relief vet,
Respondent performed an ovariohysterectomy on a cat and
administered controlled substances Buprenorphine, Butorphanol
Tartrate, and Ketamine. |
Formal reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Shomette, Kelli Kelli Shomette DVM |
7460 | Rockwall | 2013-175 | 02/18/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Failure
to
cooperate fully with Board in any inspection or investigation
and respond within 21 days of receipt to requests for
information regarding complaints and other requests for
information from the Board. According to the DPS, Respondent's
controlled substance registration expired on October 1, 2012 and
was later terminated due to non-renewal. The Board learned that
Respondent had been performing spays and neuters twice a week
for the city shelter since August 1, 2012. Respondent received a
new DPS registration number on September 14, 2013, after almost
a year without a valid DPS registration number. Respondent has
not provided a response to the allegations nor has the
Respondent returned any of the Board's numerous phone
calls. |
Formal reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
|
Sidwa, Louisa Louisa Sidwa DVM |
12771 | Tioga | 2014-157 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration, Continuing Education | During
a
Board inspection on January 29, 2014, Respondent could not show
proof of current controlled substances registration with the
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). According to DPS,
Respondent never had a registration. Respondent admitted that
she had administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled
substances to animals after she was issued a veterinary license
in 2012 and began practicing veterinary medicine. During the
inspection, Respondent also admitted that she failed to obtain
the requisite 17 continuing education hours for 2013. |
$1,250 admin penalty; Add'l 17 hrs. CE. |
|
Simmons,
Christian Christian Simmons DVM |
10763 | Austin | 2014-130 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on August 14, 2013, it was discovered that the
records for morphine, hydromorphone, and torbugesic did not
reflect the accurate balances on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Simmons,
Everett Everett Simmons DVM |
3477 | Austin | 2014-128 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on August 14, 2013, it was discovered that the
records for morphine, hydromorphone, and torbugesic did not
reflect the accurate balances on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Smith, Denise
G. Denise Smith DVM |
5824 | Flower Mound | 2014-183 | 06/03/2014 | Adherence to the Law | During
a
Board inspection on October 25, 2013, it was discovered that
Respondent’s controlled substances license registration with the
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) had expired on September
30, 2013. Respondent stated that she uses her Drug Enforcement
Agency controlled substances registration to order controlled
substances for the hospital but had not ordered any controlled
substances since her DPS registration expired. Respondent
violated Texas Administrative Code because she was in possession
of controlled substances with an expired DPS registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Stallings,
Shonda G. Shonda Stallings DVM aka Shonda Wesson DVM (see here) |
12950 | Hallettsville | 2014-35 | 02/18/2014 | Fraud or Deception to Obtain License | On
Respondent's
application for a license as a veterinarian, Respondent failed
to inform the Board of an arrest on November 18, 2006, in Brazos
County Court, for Driving While Intoxicated, a Class B
misdemeanor. Respondent later pled guilty to a charge of Deadly
Conduct, a Class A misdemeanor. |
Formal reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Starks III,
Linwood Linwood Starks DVM |
11780 | Dallas | 2014-160 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | During
a
Board inspection on January 27, 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent’s controlled substances license registration with the
Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) had expired on September
30, 2013. On the day of the inspection, the investigator
witnessed Respondent performing a surgery on an animal.
Respondent administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled
substances to animals since September 30, 2013. |
$1,000 admin penalty |
|
Starr, Amy Amy Starr DVM |
10315 | El Paso | 2014-113 | 10/21/2014 | Supervision of Non-licensed Persons | On
January
7, 2014, in reviewing an application from a veterinarian for a
provisional veterinary license, it was discovered that
Respondent allowed the veterinarian (when a student from a
non-accredited college of veterinary medicine) to perform
veterinary tasks. Respondent directly supervised the student for
6 weeks in 2010. Following the student’s graduation, she was
employed at Respondent’s clinic and supervised by Respondent
between July 2011 and December 2011 (prior to obtaining her
veterinary license). During that time, she assisted Respondent
in orthopedic and abdominal surgeries and difficult spays.
Respondent further stated that the new graduate was essential in
diagnosing many cases. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Tanner, Marty Marty Tanner DVM |
7135 | Elgin | 2014-258 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
May
16, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired October 31, 2013 and terminated on April 30, 2014.
Respondent admitted that he administered and dispensed
controlled substances after his registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Thomas, Heather Heather Thomas DVM |
9378 | Houston | 2014-263 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
May
2, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired October 31, 2013 and terminated on April 30, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Thomas, Jessica Jessica Thomas DVM |
11357 | Wolfforth | 2014-237 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
May
2, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired October 31, 2013 and terminated on April 30, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from November 1, 2013 through
May 16, 2014, when she was notified by the Board that her
controlled substances registration was expired. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Thurman, Cydnee Cydnee Thurman DVM |
10053 | Millsap | 2014-269 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
May
19, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired October 31, 2013 and terminated on April 30, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Tierce III,
Millard Lucien Millard Tierce DVM |
2455 | Ft. Worth | 2014-204, 2014-217, 578-14-3849 | 10/21/2014 | Professional Standard of Care (Multiple); Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing (Multiple); Patient Record Keeping (Multiple); Patient Records Release (Multiple); Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Duty to Cooperate with Board (Multiple); Maintenance of Sanitary Premises; | Multiple
animals
with multiple violations detailed in Board Order. |
**5 YEAR
ACTIVE SUSPENSION** beginning 4/30/14. Do not
seek reinstatement for 5 years. Provide board with psychological
evaluation from qualified mental health professional to be
completed within 3 preceeding months prior to 4/29/19. While
suspended, must complete 20 additional hours of CE (in addition
to required 17 hrs) every year that his license is suspended in
practice management and recordkeeping; $1,000 admin. penalty;
Take and pass jurisprudence exam; Attend mental health
counseling. |
|
Tiller, Robert Robert Tiller DVM |
4002 | Waskom | 2013-152; 2013-49 | 02/18/2014 | Patient Record Keeping; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Responsibility for Licensure of Unlicensed Persons; | Failure
to
maintain contemporaneous records; failure to accurately record
the date of treatment; failure to include details necessary to
substantiate examination or treatment, a temperature necessary
for diagnosis or treatment; and names, dosages, concentrations,
and routes of administration for all drugs administered,
prescribed or dispensed. Failure to record required information
on the labels of containers for medication dispensed, including
the identity of the patient. Failure to assure that the person
he employed and supervised was actively licensed and met
the controlled substance registration requirements under state
and federal law. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 yr stayed suspension w/ probation; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Tillery, Taylor Taylor Tillery DVM |
12555 | Frisco | 2014-239 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
March
31, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
July 1, 2013 and terminated on December 31, 2013. Respondent
admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed
controlled substances from July 2013 through January 2014. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Toth, Karl Karl Toth DVM |
5146 | Austin | 2014-129 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on August 14, 2013, it was discovered that the
records for morphine, hydromorphone, and torbugesic did not
reflect the accurate balances on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Treuil, Philip Philip Treuil DVM |
10294 | Charlotte, NC | 2014-252 | 10/21/2014 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On
March
7, 2014, Respondent notified the Board that he had been charged
with a felony and misdemeanor related to the practice of
veterinary medicine. Documents provided by the Respondent
indicate that he was charged December 30, 2013, in Clark County,
NV. Respondent admitted that he was charged but denied the
allegations made against him. The felony offense was later
decreased to a misdemeanor. A review of the Respondent’s file
did not indicate that he previously reported the indictment. |
Informal Reprimand, $500 admin penalty |
|
Tucker, Stephen Stephen Tucker DVM |
11877 | Maxwell | 14-19 | 06/03/2014 | Violation of Board Order | On
November
14, 2012, Respondent entered into Board Order 2013-26 which
required him to continue under his Peer Assistance contract
under the Board’s Peer Assistance Program for 5 years. The Board
Order further required Respondent to follow all recommendations
of the Peer Assistance Program Coordinator; participate in and
complete a relapse assessment with a mental health provider
selected and approved by the Peer Assistance Program; follow the
recommendations of the assessment; submit to appropriate
examinations, including screenings for alcohol and drugs, as
requested; and abstain from the consumption of prohibited
substances, including drugs and alcohol. On December 4, 2013,
the Peer Assistance Coordinator, Professional Recovery Network
(PRN), contacted the Board to report that Respondent’s
assessment recommended participation in a 90-day inpatient
treatment program. Respondent informed PRN that he could not
participate due to financial constraints. PRN discharged
respondent from the Peer Assistance Program. Respondent failed
to fully comply with Board Order 2013-26. |
of license in lieu of discipline; Do not seek reinstatement for
5 years |
|
Valenciano,
Daniel Daniel Valenciano DVM |
7677 | Flower Mound | 2014-211 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
Board inspection on January 29, 2014, it was discovered that
Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled substances
logs by not maintaining the required data, including the correct
balance on hand. Respondent admitted that he failed to maintain
balances on hand for 21 controlled substances. Respondent failed
to balance his controlled substances from at least February 12,
2013 until the time of the inspection. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Walter, Jason Jason Walter DVM |
9936 | Centerville | 2014-165 | 06/03/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | As
the
result of notification by the Texas Department of Public Safety
(DPS), the Board determined that Respondent could not show proof
of current controlled substances registration with DPS.
According to DPS, Respondent’s registration expired on November
30, 2012. Respondent admitted that he had administered,
dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances to animals since
November 30, 2012. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Webb, Stephanie Stephanie Webb DVM |
9124 | Georgetown | 2014-19 | 02/18/2014 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | Amputated
the
wrong limb on a two-month-old female terrier mix from shelter.
Failed to document details necessary to substantiate or document
the examination, diagnosis, treatment provided, and surgical
procedure performed; details of a pre-surgery examination; and
dosages and routes of administration of each drug administered. |
Formal Reprimand; 6 hrs add'l CE |
|
Wheeler, Karen Karen Wheeler DVM |
6893 | Florence | 2014-270 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
June
11, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired November 30, 2013 and terminated on May 31, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
|
Wilby, Eliza Eliza Wilby DVM |
10932 | Austin | 2014-181 | 06/03/2014 | Violation of Board Order | On
July
16, 2013, Respondent and the Board entered into an Agreed Order
(Docket 2013-36), requiring Respondent to pay $500 within 45
days, making payment due September 3, 2013. The Board received
payment from Respondent 21 days late, on October 24, 2013. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin penalty |
|
Williams, John John Williams DVM |
4792 | Grand Prairie | 2014-190 | 06/03/2014 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Compounding Drugs (No VCP Relationship); Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | On
October
25, 2013, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) conducted
a raid at an unlicensed track in Royse City, TX. An individual
was arrested and, from him, numerous prescription medications
without labels as being dispensed to him were seized. Some of
these medications indicated that Respondent prescribed the
drugs, some of which were compounded. Respondent provided
medical records that indicate the medications seized were
dispensed by him to the individual. The medication labels were
labeled “farm” and not a particular animal, indicating that
Respondent prescribed these medications without a valid
veterinarian-client-patient-relationship. The labels also lacked
Respondent’s name, address, telephone number with area code,
date of delivery or dispensing, patient name, client name,
species of the anima, and the directions for use. |
Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed and probated suspension; $2,500 admin penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Wilson, James James Wilson DVM (also see 2014-30a) |
3498 | Abilene | 2014-30 | 02/18/2014 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent
failed
to perform a spay procedure on cat, stating that he was unable
to locate any reproductive organs and claiming he notified the
owner that it was a birth defect. Cat later gave birth to four
kittens. |
Informal Reprimand |
|
Wilson, Reagan Reagan Wilson DVM |
10527 | Austin | 2014-265 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
June
2, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired November 30, 2013 and terminated on May 31, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered and dispensed
controlled substances after her registration expired. Respondent
now has a current registration. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Worrell, Amanda Amanda Worrell DVM |
12190 | Bryan | 2014-225 | 10/21/2014 | Controlled Substances Registration | On
April
18, 2014, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) notified
the Board that Respondent's controlled substance registration
expired August 31, 2013 and terminated on February 28, 2014.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances from September 1, 2013 until
the Board informed her that she was not registered with DPS on
April 21, 2014. |
$500 admin. penalty |
|
Wright,
Granville Granville Wright DVM |
2676 | Carrollton | 2015-21 | 10/21/2014 | Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Use of Prescription Drugs | During
a
Board inspection on January 29, 2014, another veterinarian
informed the investigator that she supplied the City of Denton
Animal Shelter with ketamine to sedate animals prior to
euthanasia. She admitted to not establishing a
veterinarian-client-patient -relationship prior to dispensing
the ketamine. She told the investigator that she purchased the
Hospital from Respondent and that Respondent dispensed ketamine
to the City of Denton Animal Shelter, so she simply continued
the practice when she became owner of the Hospital. Respondent
admitted dispensing ketamine to the City of Denton Animal
Shelter. He stated that the employees of the shelter documented
drug usage and then reported it to Respondent so he could
complete his required drug log. The shelter confirmed that it
received ketamine from Respondent. Respondent failed to examine
the patients that ultimately received the ketamine he provided
to the shelter. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Zilkha, Liat E. Liat Zilkha DVM |
10177 | Austin | 2014-37 | 02/18/2014 | Adherence to the Law | Respondent
struck
a female employee a week after receiving her two weeks' notice
of intent to discontinue her employment. The employee reported
the incident to the Travis County Sheriff's Department. Incident
was admitted to by the Respondent and witnessed by another
veterinarian. Respondent was charged with the offense of assault
with bodily injury, which was later dismissed by agreement with
the prosecutor. |
Formal Reprimand |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
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Adams, Nancy Nancy Adams DVM |
9178 | Seabrook | 2014-15 | 10/22/2013 | Other | Failed to notify owner by certified mail giving owner 10 days to respond that his dogs had been placed in new homes after owner failed to retrieve them after boarding. Respondent used only regular mail. | Informal Reprimand; Take and Pass Jurisprudence Examination |
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Akin, Joel B. Joel Akin DVM |
6921 | Dallas | 2013-51 | 07/16/2013 | Default on Child Support Payments | Office of the Attorney General notified the Board that Respondent was in arrears in child support. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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Alborta, Ana C. Ana Alborta DVM |
11521 | Houston | 2013-50 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances while her controlled substance registration was expired or terminated. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Alexis, Vincent Vincent Alexis DVM |
11628 | Elgin | 2012-100 | 03/25/2013 | Restriction of Partnerships to Members of
the Profession; Management Services Organizations in Veterinary Practice |
Respondent worked for Furry Friends Animal Hospital in Harlingen, a practice owned by a non-veterinarian, for an annual salary of $85,000. A veterinarian may not form a partnership to perform veterinary medicine with anyone who is not a licensed veterinarian and may not contract with a management services organization that controls or interferes with the veterinarian's practice of veterinary medicine. | Formal Reprimand; Take and Pass Jurisprudence Examination |
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Anderson,
Kristie Kristie Anderson DVM |
11325 | Sante Fe | 2013-89 | 07/16/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired on January 31, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from that date until the Board informed her she was not registered with the DPS on August 21, 2012. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Anderson,
Walter III Walter Anderson III DVM |
San Antonio | 2013-09 | 03/25/2013 | Continuing Education | Unable to provide proof for acceptable continuing education (CE) hours for calendar year 2011. |
veterinary license. Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
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Ashley, Brooke Brooke Ashley DVM |
12674 | Lake Jackson | 2013-149 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Failure to perform the necessary timely spay repair surgery on one-year-old dog, instead placing the dog in a surgical recovery cage without an Elizabethan collar. Dog chewed her incision open, eviscerating herself and chewing on her own intestines, causing profuse bleeding. According to patient records, dog was hemorrhaging profusely and near death when discovered. Respondent determined that dog would die quickly from her injuries and performed emergency euthanasia. | Formal Reprimand |
|
Athon, Mikel Mikel Athon DVM |
6376 | Cedar Hill | 2013-02 | 03/25/2013 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees;
Resposibility for Licensed and Unlicensed Employees; Use of Prescription Drugs; Rabies Control; Patient Record Keeping; Failure to Establish and Maintain a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship |
While recovering in Hawaii from a medical condition and surgery, and with no other veterinarian on the clinic's premises, Respondent allowed unlicensed staff members to practice veterinary medicine without his supervision, including making diagnoses and prognoses of animal conditions; prescribing and administering vaccinations, including rabies; performing rabies vaccinations without a veterinarian present to supervise and sign the official required certificates; and prescribing, dispensing and administering prescription drugs, including controlled substances. Five euthanizations were performed during this time, based on diagnoses and prognoses by an unlicensed veterinary technician who then prescribed, dispensed and administered controlled substances without veterinary supervision. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed suspension + probation; $2,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
|
Barham, Bobby Bobby Barham DVM |
2388 | Corsicana | 2013-115 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
complete the 17 hours of continuing education (CE) required for
calendar year 2012. Respondent had carried over one CE hour from
2011 and was 16 hours short for 2012. |
$500 admin. penalty; 16 hours add'l CE |
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Barry, Tracie Tracie Barry DVM |
8123 | Stephenville | 2013-154 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During
a
compliance inspection, Board investigators noted that there was
a physical amount of Ketamine, Beuthanasia, Telazol and
Torbugesic at the clinic, but the clinic's controlled substance
log did not show that the clinic had any of quantities of drugs
on hand. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Becker, Michael Michael Becker DVM |
5368 | San Antonio | 2013-64 | 03/25/2013 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | As
a
result of notification by the Texas DPS, the Board determined
that Respondent failed to notify the Board of his arrest on
October 30, 2011, in Bexar County, Texas, for Assault Causing
Bodily Injury, a Class A Misdemeanor. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; |
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Bettencourt,
Christina Christina Bettencourt DVM |
10020 | San Antonio | 2013-135 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
complete nine of the required continuing education (CE) hours
for calendar year 2011, and 14 of the required CE hours for
calendar year 2012. |
$1,000 admin. penalty; 23 hours add'l CE |
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Bettencourt,
Frank Frank Bettencourt DVM |
9943 | San Antonio | 2013-168 | 10/22/2013 | Rabies Control | Failed
to
maintain a readily retrievable copy of rabies vaccination
certificates for five years from date of issuance. Failed to
maintain rabies vaccination records indexed by vaccination tag
numbers. |
Informal Reprimand; Take and Pass Jurisprudence Examination; $500 admin. penalty; |
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Boyd, William
A. William Boyd DVM |
3375 | Marshall | 2013-58 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | In
the
case of four-year-old, mixed-breed dog diagnosed with severe
spinal trauma and seizures, Respondent consulted with a
veterinarian specialized in neurosurgery but did not note
the consultation in the patient record. The patient records for
the time the dog was hospitalized do not contain any notes
documenting physiologic or neurologic examinations by
Respondent. Respondent's patient records for his treatment of
dog lack required information including the details necessary to
substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and
treatment provided, and/or surgical treatment performed; and the
names, dosages, concentration and routes of administration of
each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE in record keeping; $500 admin. penalty; |
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Brackeen, Gary Gary Brackeen DVM |
3862 | Angleton | 2013-45 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired
on January 1, 2012. DPS issued a new certification on August 27,
2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that time. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
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Brackeen, Gary Gary Brackeen DVM |
3862 | Angleton | 2013-130 | 10/22/2013 | Violation of Board Order | As
part
of Agreed Order 2011-74, Respondent was ordered to complete 17
hours of continuing education by October 18, 2012, including six
hours in anesthesia, four hours in oncology, four hours in
surgery, and three hours in recordkeeping. Respondent failed to
complete five of the ordered CE hours by October 18, 2012: 2.5
hours in surgery, and 2.5 hours in anesthesia. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 2.5 hours add'l CE in anesthesia |
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Brandon,
Stanley Stanley Brandon DVM |
7498 | Sanger | 2013-34 | 10/22/2013 | Patient Record Keeping; Labeling of Medications Dispensed | Failure
to
make contemporaneous patient records for two-year-old female
Korean Mastiff; to note the date of amendments to the patient
records; to note in the patient record the temperature required
for diagnosis and treatment; to note the names, dosages,
concentrations and routes of administration of each drug
prescribed, administered and/or dispensed; and to record other
details necessary to substantiate or document the examination
performed. Failure to record required information on the labels
of containers for medication dispensed. |
Informal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE in record keeping; $500 admin. penalty; |
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Briers, Scott
K. Scott Briers DVM |
7918 | Conroe | 2013-142 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; | Failure to diagnose two pigs as having already been castrated prior to performing surgery on them to remove suspected retained testicles despite evidence of surgical scarring and other indicators. Failure to communicate with client regarding the fact that the pigs did not have testicles in their scrotums prior to surgery. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE - surgery |
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Brillhart,
Martin Martin Brillhart DVM |
3235 | Slaton | 2013-55 | 03/25/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Patient Record Keeping | During
on
site compliant inspection, Board investigator observed that
while Respondent had Hydromorphone, Equipoise, and Diazepam on
hand, Respondent did not have any controlled substance logs for
those drugs. Respondent's controlled substance log for Telazol
indicated that Respondent had 5 ml of Telazol on hand at the
clinic when the drug inventory actually included 15 ml of
Telazol on hand. The controlled substance log for Ketamine did
not include the current balance on hand, and the current balance
listed on the controlled substance log for Euthasol was not
current or accurate. Respondent did not keep individual patient
records for horses that he sedated. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
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Bryant, Joey Joey Bryant DVM |
9787 | Kyle | 2013-87 | 07/16/2013 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | On
August
16, 2012, the Board received a letter from Respondent in which
she stated, “The reason my Morphine 25 mg/ml total volume is
less than what is in my controlled drug log is because I used
it. I ordered (7) 10 ml vials in 2011 (none this year), and all
but 9 ml has been diverted by me.” |
Formal Reprimand; 5 year peer assistance contract; 5 year stayed suspension w/ probation |
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Bullard, Tommy Tommy Bullard DVM |
2236 | Weatherford | 2013-126 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Board
received
an email from Respondent, informing the Board that he had not
completed the required 17 hours of continuing education for
calendar year 2012. |
$500 admin. penalty; Add'l 14 hours of CE. |
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Burch, John S. John Burch DVM |
1603 | Splendora | 2013-27 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Lack of Consent; Patient Record Keeping; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; | In
the
case of a female cat, Respondent failed to diagnose bilateral
purulent bronchopneumonia despite repeated examinations at least
four times over a two-week period, failed to prescribe long term
antibiotics for chronic infection, failed to prescribe any
antibiotic other than penicillin when penicillin proved
ineffective at treating the infection, dispensed gentamicin
without written dosage instructions, with incorrect verbal
dosage instructions, and for the purpose of treating
long-term or frequent infections in client's cats when
gentimicin is both ototoxic and nephrotoxic. Failed to obtain
permission to euthanize client's cat, and failed to inform
client he had euthanized the cat. Failed to record the required
information on patient chart including weight, differential
diagnosis, names, dosages, concentration and routes of
administration of drugs. Failed to affix labels to containers of
medications dispensed with the required information on labels.
Failed to record the name of controlled substances. Failed to
store controlled substances securely. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
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Campbell, Glen
A. Glen Campbell DVM |
6791 | Richardson | 2013-141 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | Failed to re-examine a patient, a six-year-old female Blue Heeler, after repeated calls from owner suggesting acute complications following anesthesia and surgery. The patient became increasingly worse and died en route to an emergency clinic. Respondent failed to record required information in the patient record including details necessary to substantiate examination, diagnosis and treatment, nor was there any record of the repeated phone calls made by the owner or any record of Respondent's diagnosis or advice to the owner. | Formal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hours CE - record keeping; ; $500 admin. penalty |
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Caplan, Elaine Elaine Caplan DVM |
4920 | Austin | 2013-66 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Board investigator conducted an onsite investigation at Respondent's clinic, and found that the controlled substances log available on the premises did not list the current balance on hand for any of the controlled substances. Instead, one record for each bottle indicated the quantity remaining in that specific bottle. A running total current balance on hand was not maintained for any of the controlled substances in the inventory. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; |
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Carter, Adam Adam Carter DVM |
11816 | San Antonio | 2013-129 | 10/22/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | During a compliance inspection on Respondent at Becker Animal Hospital, it was determined that Respondent's controlled substance registration with the Texas DPS had expired on February 28, 2013, and was renewed on May 2, 2013. Respondent admitted that he had administered controlld substances during that time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
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Carter, Ronnie Ronnie Carter DVM |
3553 | Grand Saline | 2013-42 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS, which
expired on February 28, 2012. DPS terminated Respondent's
license due to non-renewal on August 28, 2012. Respondent
admitted that he had administered, dispensed and prescribed
controlled substances during that time. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
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Chastain, Alan
D. Alan Chastain DVM |
. | . |
2013-63 | 03/25/2013 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest on November 18, 2011, in Bexar County, Texas for Assault Causing Bodily Injury, a Class A Misdemeanor. |
of veterinary license in lieu of discipline. Do not seek
reinstatement for 5 years. |
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Cigainero,
Travis Travis Cigainero DVM |
5581 | Pittsburg | 2013-62 | 03/25/2013 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest at the Dallas Fort-Worth Airport in Tarrant County, Texas on August 16, 2011, for placing his handgun for which he has a concealed handgun license, in luggage that he attempted to take with him through security as carry-on luggage. Respondent was arrested for Unlawful Carrying of Weapons in Places Weapons Prohibited, a third-degree felony. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; |
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Conklin,
Britton Britton Conklin DVM |
9033 | Bushland | 2009-29 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Responsibility to Refer a Case | In
the
case of a five-year-old quarter horse: Failure to use fixation
for the treatment of fracture; failure to appropriately place a
transfixation pin cast; failure to conduct a venogram to check
for lack of blood flow and failure to protect the injured hoof
from infection; failure to obtain consent to euthanize the horse
or to refuse to treat the horse further. Treatment of a
fractured P2 bone in keeping with the standard of care requires
complicated surgery that is beyond the capabilities of the
average equine veterinarian and was beyond capabilities of
Respondent on April 27, 2006. Respondent should have referred
this case to an equine orthopedic surgery specialist. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Cooper,
Patricia A. Patricia Cooper DVM |
3731 | Houston | 2013-53 | 07/16/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS, which expired on February 28, 2012. Respondent practiced veterinary medicine without a DPS controlled substance registration in February and March 2012. Respondent administered, dispensed and prescribed controlled substances during that time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
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Cordero-Valentin,
Melissa Melissa Cordero-Valentin DVM |
12589 | Ft. Worth | 2013-132 | 10/22/2013 | Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care |
On February 2, 2013, Respondent told owner that she herself would be performing the dental cleaning on owner's three-year-old Maltese dog. Instead, on February 10, 2013, another veterinarian performed the dental cleaning. Neither Respondent, who was out on medical leave, nor any member of the hospital staff informed client that Respondent was not performing the dental cleaning. | Informal Reprimand |
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Cornelius,
Christie Christie Cornelius DVM |
9796 | Houston | 2013-161 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not complete the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2012. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 2.5 hours of CE. |
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Crawford, Sarah Sarah Crawford DVM |
10858 | Austin | 2013-119 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | On Februry 7, 2013, Board investigator conducted an onsite inspection at Respondent's clinic and discovered that the controlled substances log available on the premises did not list the current balance on hand for Euthasol and Morphine. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Criswell,
Warren Warren Criswell DVM |
2013-16 | 03/25/2013 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of 17 acceptable continuing education (CE) hours
obtained for 2011. |
$500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE; submit for evaluation. | ||
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Crouch, Gary Gary Crouch DVM |
2688 | Brownsville | 2013-43 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS, which expired on February 28, 2012. The registration was later terminated due to non-renewal on August 28, 2012. Respondent admitted he had administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
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Dhami, Dilraj Dilraj Dhami DVM |
10022 | Richmond | 2013-122 | 10/22/2013 | Notification of Licensee Address | Failure
to
notify the Board of a change of practice address within 60 days
of the change. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
|
Dickson, Chad Chad Dickson DVM |
7634 | Aubrey | 2013-139 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Supervision of Non-licensed Employees | Failure
to
examine an animal prior to immunization to ensure that the
animal was not immunocompromised. Standard of care in
Respondent's community or similar communities is to examine an
animal prior to the prescription or the administration of any
vaccination, in order to determine if the animal is suffering
from some illness, injury or other condition that could render
the animal immunocompromised and thereby prevent the animal from
having a normal immune reaction to the vaccine. Allowed
unlicensed individuals under his supervision to administer
vaccines when he had not examined the animal and therefore had
not established or maintained a veterinarian-client-patient
relationship. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Digilio, Kathie Kathie Digilio DVM |
4103 | Hockley | 2012-87 | 03/25/2013 | Duty to Cooperate with the Board; Notification of Licensee Addresses | Respondent
failed
to provide the Board with a written response to a complaint
filed against her alleging animal cruelty, and failed to update
her addresses within 60 days after she changed addresses.
Veterinarians must fully cooperate with any Board investigation
and respond within 21 days of receipt to requests for
information regarding complaints and other requests for
information from the Board. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Dixon, Rhonda Rhonda Dixon DVM |
8526 | Houston | 2013-72 | 07/16/2013 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Respondent
had
given owner, who had already paid $500 up front for an
examination, an estimate of between $2,821.27 and $3,859.43 to
treat owner's eight year old West Highland terrier whom
Respondent had said was in critical condition and needed
aggressive treatment. When owner chose to take her dog home
rather than treat it because she did not have the money,
Respondent refused to release the dog, on which she did not have
a contractual lien, instead requiring that the owner allow her
to euthanize the animal at additional expense before she would
release him. Owner consented to euthanize and Respondent allowed
owner to pay the fee of $324.68 through a promissory note dated
two weeks later. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Dunahoo, Rena | 9375 | Temple | 2013-54 | 03/25/2013 | Use of Prescription Drugs | Respondent
delegated
the task of ordering prescription drugs for the clinic to an
employee. Invoices for prescription drug orders show that over
the past five years, the clinic had ordered six bottles of 800mg
ibuprofen tablets and two bottles of 500mg erythromycin tablets.
Respondent was unaware of these orders, and the prescription
drugs had not been used to treat animals at the clinic. A
veterinarian is responsible for any acts that a non-veterinarian
commits within the scope of their employment. |
Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Dunn, Wade Wade Dunn DVM |
6133 | Heath | 2013-163 | 10/22/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on February 28, 2013. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from the expiration of his registration until the Board notified him of such on May 22, 2013. | $500 admin. penalty; |
|
Dyes, Jonathan Jonathan Dyes DVM |
7446 | Rosenberg | 2013-35 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on
February 28, 2012. DPS issued a new certification on August 3,
2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
| Dyes, Jonathan | 7446 | Rosenberg | 2013-170 | 10/22/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
pay administrative penalty ordered in Agreed Order 2013-35 by
May 9, 2013. Respondent paid the penalty on July 8, 2013. |
Formal Reprimand |
|
Eichhorn, M.
Alese Alese Eichorn DVM |
11703 | Lorena | 2013-48 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2012 and terminated due to non-renewal on October 1, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances while her registration was expired or terminated. | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Ellis, Larry | 4301 | Abilene | 2013-47 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | Respondent
unable
to locate individual patient records for certain patients,
including dogs Piper and China, and cat Max. Failed to maintain
individual patient records for patients, and failed to record
required details in patient records, including but not limited
to correct names, dosages, concentration and routes of
administration of each drug prescribed, administered, and/or
dispensed; details necessary to substantiate diagnosis; and any
laboratory analysis. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Evans, Thomas Jr. | 5177 | Alvin | 2013-120 | 07/16/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration; Duty to Cooperate with Board; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Respondent
falsely
stated in a letter to the board that he had not used controlled
substances while his DPS controlled substance registration was
expired, when he in fact had used controlled substances in his
veterinary practice at least twice while his controlled
substance registration was expired. Respondent failed to
maintain controlled substance records at his place of business
for all scheduled drugs listed in the Texas Controlled
Substances Act in his possession. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $2,000 admin. penalty |
|
Farrell, Don B. Don Farrell DVM |
1154 | Arlington | 2013-74 | 03/25/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2012; he lacked 4.5 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 4.5 hours of CE. |
|
Fornea, Lori A. Lori Fornea DVM |
9144 | Waller | 2013-52 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March
31, 2012 and terminated due to non-renewal on October 1, 2012.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during this period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
| Frei, Alice | 6740 | Houston | 2013-91 | 07/16/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration; Patient Record Keeping | Respondent's
DPS
controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2012.
Respondent renewed her DPS controlled substance registration
effective October 11, 2012. Respondent utilized controlled
substances between March 31, 2012 and October 11, 2012, without
a current controlled substance registration with DPS. In
addition, Respondent treated Kellen the dog from November 6,
2003, to December 1, 2007. Patient records for Respondent's
treatment of Kellen during this period do not include required
information: diagnoses, details necessary to substantiate
examination and treatment, temperature readings required for
diagnosis or treatment, weight required for diagnosis or
treatment, the results of laboratory tests performed, and the
dosage, concentration and route of administration for drugs
administered. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Gaiser, Jeffrey | 7519 | Stephenville | 2013-153 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping | During
onsite
inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that
Ketamine, Beuthanasia, Telazol, and Torbugesic were physically
present but not reflected in the controlled substances log. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Gerhardt, James | 10694 | Stephenville | 2013-155 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that Ketamine, Beuthanasia, Telazol, and Torbugesic were physically present but not reflected in the controlled substances log. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Gibson, George | 3407 | El Paso | 2014-05 | 10/22/2013 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | Respondent
improperly
allowed a non-veterinarian employee to diagnose the need for
tooth extractions and perform extractions on Tasha the dog.
Respondent failed to perform an examination prior to tooth
extraction to determine which teeth needed extracting, and by
allowing a technician under his supervision to extract 20 teeth
from a dog without a certain diagnosis of the condition of the
teeth. Respondent failed to record details necessary to
substantiate examination and treatment. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Gomulak, Michelle | 8640 | Gainesville | 2013-117 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain any of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2012 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE. |
| Greenamyer, Kheli | 11833 | Dallas | 2013-68 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2012 and terminated due to non-renewal on October 1, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances between April 2012 and November 2012 while her registration was expired | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Groves, Lu Ann | 8928 | San Marcos | 2013-86 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | Respondent
referred
client to another veterinarian for additional diagnostic testing
on Chip the horse. Respondent did not record the referral or
client's response to the referral in the patient record. Later,
Respondent did not perform her own examination of Chip, but
recorded physical examination findings without noting that the
examination was performed by someone other than the Respondent.
Respondent administered Xylazine to Chip, but did not record the
concentration, dosage or route of administration in her patient
record. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Guerrero, Cecilia | 10203 | San Antonio | 2013-69 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2012 and terminated due to non-renewal on October 1, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances between April 2012 and September 2012 while her registration was expired | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Guitar, David | 3259 | Brownwood | 2013-56 | 03/25/2013 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping | During
onsite
inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators examined
Respondent's controlled substance log and found that the log did
not contain the balance on hand of each controlled substance. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty |
| Hardesty, Bruce | 7183 | Austin | 2013-79 | 07/16/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April 30, 2012 and terminated due to non-renewal on October 1, 2012. Respondent administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during the period of time when his registration was expired or cancelled | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Hayes, Eddie J. | 8049 | Sinton | 2013-21 | 03/25/2013 | Restriction of Partnerships to Members of the Profession; Direct Responsibility to Client; Mgmt. Services Organizations in Veterinary Practice ; Other | Respondent
formed
a partnership to practice veterinary medicine with an entity who
was not a licensed veterinarian, and contracted with a
management services organization that controls or interferes in
the veterinarian's practice of veterinary medicine by means
including but not limited to employing the veterinarian to
practice veterinary medicine, determining the compensation of a
veterinarian for the practice of veterinary medicine, and
determining the fees to be charged by the veterinarian for the
practice of veterinary medicine. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty |
| Heaton, Rebecca | 6437 | Corpus Christi | 2013-10 | 03/25/2013 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April 30, 2012. Respondent renewed her registration on July 18, 2012. Respondent is the practice owner and all controlled drugs for the practice were ordered under her registration, which made her illegally in possession of controlled substances during the period when her registration was expired | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Henson, Emberly | 6286 | Garland | 2013-70 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | Failure
to
maintain readily available copies of complete patient records
for Scooter Boo the dog at Respondent's place of business for a
minimum of five years from the date of treatment. |
Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
|
High, Justin Justin High DVM |
8350 | Weatherford | 2009-28 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment;
Failure to Refer a Case |
In
the
treatment of Cheeto the horse, Respondent failed to use internal
fixation in the treatment of leg fracture on Cheeto the horse;
failed to appropriately place a transfixation pin cast;
and failed to refer this case to an equine orthopedic surgery
specialist. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Hill, George B. | 5189 | Floresville | 2013-33 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | For
Lola
the dog and her puppies (two of the smallest and least developed
died), Respondent failed to record the following information in
the patient record: phone number for the client, full
identification of the patient with species, breed, age, sex and
description; temperature; the results of laboratory analysis;
names, dosages, concentration, and routes of administration of
each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed; and
details necessary to substantiate an examination, treatment
provided, and surgical procedure performed. |
Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Hill, Lori | 7526 | Denton | 2013-22 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent
failed
to review blood test results for Felix the cat for 13 days, and
therefore failed to diagnose or treat his pancreatitis, as well
as failed to respond to client's attempts to contact Respondent
regarding the results of the blood test on Felix. Felix died. |
Formal Reprimand; 6 hours add'l CE - feline internal medicine; Submit written hospital protocol for communications; Restitution $921.73 |
| Hines, Ronald | 2419 | Brownsville | 2012-98 | 03/25/2013 | Failure to Establish and Maintain a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | Failure
to
establish and maintain a veterinary-client-patient relationship
prior to practicing veterinary medicine by examining the animal,
a relationship which cannot be established solely by telephone
or electronic means. |
Formal Reprimand; 1 year stayed suspension; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
| Hofmann, James | 7005 | Crosby | 2013-158 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Records Keeping | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that Socumb and Dolorex were physically present but not reflected in the controlled substances log. Additionally, the log did not show the balance on hand for the amount of Phenobarbital in the clinic’s possession | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Holt, Timothy R. | 7095 | Terrell | 2013-110 | 07/16/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; Duty to Cooperate with Board | In
the
care of Sandman the horse, Respondent failed to send blood
samples by overnight mail, causing the blood samples to arrive
at the testing laboratory in a deteriorated condition that
prevented the laboratory from attaining accurate test results.
Respondent failed to note non-contemporaneous amendments,
corrections or changes to the records by indicating that there
has been an amendment, along with the date and time of the
amendment. Respondent failed to provide all patient records to
the board within 21 days in response to the board's request in
the course of an investigation. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Hooper, Thomas, Jr. | 6015 | Gary | 2012-112 | 03/25/2013 | Violation of Board Order | On
March
27, 2012, the board entered an Agreed Order for Respondent,
Docket No. 2012-39, which required the Respondent to pay an
administrative penalty of $1,000 by May 11, 2012. Respondent
failed to pay the administrative penalty by that date. |
Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Jameson, Charles | 3097 | League City | 2013-19 | 03/25/2013 | Direct Responsibility to Client; Mgmt. Services Organizations in Veterinary Practice ; Other | Respondent contracted with a management services organization that controls or interferes in the veterinarian's practice of veterinary medicine by means including but not limited to controlling or intervening in a veterinarian's selection or use of type or quality of medical supplies and pharmaceuticals to be used in the practice of veterinary medicine, owning drugs, or determining the fees to be charged by the veterinarian, placing limitations or conditions upon communications that are clinical in nature with the veterinarian's clients. | Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| Johnson, Douglas | 2923 | Angleton | 2013-148 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | In the care of Skeeter the dog, Respondent failed to appropriately suture the surgical incision following spay surgery with three layers of sutures. Respondent failed to record required information in the patient record for Skeeter, including but not limited to: weight required for treatment; temperature required for diagnosis or treatment; names, dosages, concentration, and routes of administration for each drug prescribed, dispensed, and/or administered; and any other details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided, and/or surgical procedure performed. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Jones, Byron | 4966 | Denton | 2013-144 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Failure
to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship Prior
to Treatment |
Failure to ensure that animals in Respondent's care for veterinary medical treatment were safe and secure. Failure to establish and maintain a veterinary-client-patient relationship by examining the animal prior to treatment. | Formal Reprimand |
| Jordan, Misty | 10414 | Burleson | 2013-138 | 10/22/2013 | Patient Record Keeping; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship Prior to Prescribing and Dispensing Drugs | Failure to note in the individual patient record for Girly Prospect the horse, that Respondent prescribed and dispensed Phenylbutazone and Banamine to the patient on September 20, 2012, or any details necessary to substantiate the related examination, diagnosis and treatment. Failure to record required information on the labels of containers for medication dispensed, including but not limited to the veterinarian's name, address and telephone number; the date of delivery or dispensing, the patient and client name, the species of the animal, and the name, strength and quantity of the drug dispensed. Failure to maintain a veterinary-client-patient relationship by examining the patient prior to prescribing and dispensing drugs. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Jousan, Mark | 10118 | Center | 2014-14 | 10/22/2013 | Responsibility for Licensure of Licensed Persons | Respondent repeatedly hired a relief veterinarian who worked for Respondent after his Texas veterinary license had expired. Respondent failed to ensure that a person practicing veterinary medicine under his supervision is licensed to practice veterinary medicine. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Kelly, James | 2426 | Kingwood | 2013-127 | 10/22/2013 | Patient Records Release and Charges | Within 15 days of client request for 7 years’ worth of patient history, Respondent provided only 2 years. Client did not receive complete patient record until more than 1 month after his request | Informal Reprimand |
| Key, Shelby | 10821 | Kerrville | 2012-105 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment;
Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Adherence to Law; Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship Prior to Treatment |
Respondent served as Medical Director of a veterinary clinic and shelter. On May 20, 2010, a puppy (Sassi) was surrendered by her owners. Five days later, Sassi received a rabies vaccine, but there was no substantiation of examination prior to vaccine administration. The rabies certificate indicates that Respondent administered the vaccine. During informal conference, Respondent stated that Sassi had been vaccinated by a technician in anticipation of quick adoption without Respondent performing an examination. On June 4, 2010, Sassi was adopted. Post-adoption, on June 11, 2010, Respondent examined Sassi for the first time and administered a distemper vaccine. On June 4, 2010, the new owner presented Sassi to a different veterinarian at a different clinic and he detected a very prominent heart murmur. On June 10, 2010, Sassi had an echocardiogram which confirmed ventricular septal defect in her heart | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; Submit written protocol for veterinary treatment |
| Kinnard, Darrell | 3595 | Mabank | 2013-46 | 07/16/2013 | Adherence to Law; Practiced Veterinary Medicine with Expired License; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent
entered
into an Agreement for Pretrial Diversion with the US Attorney as
a result of having violated 7 U.S. CC. 8313 by submitting false
or misleading brucellosis vaccination records to the USDA
between January 2007 and March 2008; Respondent indicated that
the misstatements were not intentional, but due to clerical
errors and confusion about dosing. Respondent’s Texas veterinary
license lapsed between March 2, 2008 and March 21, 2008;
Respondent signed 4 vaccination records and submitted them to
USDA during this time. The Board sent a letter to Respondent
about having received associated information and asked
Respondent to provide information and associated documents.
Respondent stated that to the best of his knowledge he never
submitted brucellosis vaccination records that contained
material misrepresentations. He did not provide any accompanying
documents. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Knape, Elaine Elaine Knape DVM |
7888 | Haslet | 2013-60 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | On November 8, 2011, Respondent spayed an 8-month-old dog (Libby). Libby deteriorated over the next few days, prompting the owner to seek treatment elsewhere, including an emergency clinic and then a specialty Surgery center. On November 13, 2011, surgery by a Specialist revealed that Respondent had ligated Libby’s right ureter in her ligation of the ovarian pedicle; this caused the ureter to stricture and it was rendered non-functional, causing urine to leak into the body cavity. A right nephrectomy was performed and an additional ligature placed on the uterine stump. Following surgery, Libby recovered. Respondent sought and received advice from the Specialist on how to avoid such a complication in the future, a mitigating circumstance | Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs. add'l CE |
| Knape, Gregory | 4140 | Alvin | 2013-96 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2012; he lacked 6 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 6 hours of CE. |
| Knapp, Spencer | 7017 | Humble | 2013-157 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that Socumb and Dolorex were physically present but not reflected in the controlled substances log. Additionally, the log did not show the balance on hand for the amount of Phenobarbital in the clinic’s possession. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Knowles, Lewis | 6030 | Arlington | 2013-29 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping; Labeling of Medication Dispensed | On July 28, 2011, a client presented her 2-year-old dog Maya to Respondent for spay. Patient records do not contain all of the information required, including temperature, names, dosages, concentrations, and routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered, or dispensed, and other details necessary to substantiate or document examination, diagnosis, treatment, and surgery. Respondent made a non-contemporaneous addition to the medical record without recording the date and time made. Three bottles of prescription medication dispensed to May did not contain all of the required information, including full names for both the patient and the client, the date of delivery or dispensing, the animal species, or the name, strength, and total quantity of the drug dispensed | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Kopf, E. Michael | 12301 | Frisco | 2013-98 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on December 31, 2012 and was renewed on January 24, 2013. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from December 31, 2012 until the Board told him that he was not registered on January 17, 2013. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Kothmann, Kody | 4337 | Lubbock | Final Judgment | 04/11/2013 | Other | Ordered that the Board’s final order is valid and summary judgment is rendered for the Board on the Open Meetings Act claim. It is further ordered that the Board’s final order is supported by substantial evidence and is affirmed in all respects except for costs. Kothmann shall pay the Board the cost of the transcript of the administrative hearing and complete additional continuing education as stated in the Board’s final order. It is further ordered that all relief requested by Kothmann is denied. | Pay board costs - $2,453.20; 6 hours add'l CE. |
| Koym, Lawrence | 3598 | Mason | 2012-104 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship Prior to Treatment |
On May 25, 2010, Respondent performed spay on a 3-month-old puppy (Sassi) at the shelter where he practiced. The patient records do not substantiate pre-surgical examination of Sassi, nor do they show any complications with anesthesia, surgery, or recovery. In his response to the Board, Respondent indicated that it was probably that he did not examine and auscultate Sassi prior to anesthesia and prep. He later stated that he relied on the staff to have done so; however, the procedures at the shelter at that time did not require examination before surgery, and Sassi had not been examined by any veterinarian prior to surgery. On June 4, 2010, Sassi was adopted. The new owner presented Sassi to a different veterinarian at a different clinic and he detected a very prominent heart murmur. On June 10, 2010, Sassi had an echocardiogram which confirmed ventricular septal defect in her heart. | Formal Reprimand;Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| Kunkel, James | 6463 | Atlanta | 2013-75 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Duty to Cooperate with Board | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that the controlled substance log did not contain the balance on hand of each controlled substance; the Board requested a written response regarding the apparent shortcomings of the log within 30 days of the date of inspection (on or by August 13, 2012), but the Respondent did not provide a complete response to the Board until February 6, 2013. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty |
| Langley, Robert | 7764 | Alvin | 2013-180 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic, investigators found that Ketamine, Buprenex, Telazol, and Dolorex were physically present but not reflected in the controlled substances log; and, Beuthanasia inventory differed from the amount indicated in the log. Additionally, the controlled substance inventory was stored in a portable safe. The Board had previously entered Agreed Order 2010-12 disciplining Respondent for being habitually intoxicated, chemically dependent, and addicted to drugs. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
| Leckie, Lauren | 11382 | San Antonio | 2013-109 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | A client presented her cat (Bon Bon) to Respondent for examination and vaccinations. Bon Bon remained hospitalized for 2 days. When the client picked up Bon Bon, she requested and received a copy of the patient record. Respondent did not approve and was not aware of the release of the patient record. Respondent finalized the patient record 3 days after discharge by adding details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment; however, Respondent did not note that these were amendments, nor date and time them. The patient record also does not include the concentration of drugs administered. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Lewis, Garry | 5325 | Bedford | 2013-78 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain any of the 17 hours of required continuing education for calendar year 2011 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Loftis, J. David | 6836 | Rockwall | 2013-105 | 07/16/2013 | Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | On December 23, 2011 a 4-year-old dog (Air) was brought to Respondent for examination of a growth on his left front leg. Respondent examined the growth, recommended that it be removed, and offered an estimate including bids for vaccinations. The owner declined vaccinations because Air was current. Respondent requested vaccination records. This exchange was not documented in the patient record, nor were details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, or recommended treatment. On January 30, 2012, the client dropped Air off for growth removal, reiterated that he did not want any vaccinations because Air was current, and Air was wearing a rabies tag reflecting such. When the client picked up Air that afternoon, she had been vaccinated. When the client pointed out his lack of consent, the staff told him that there was no record and that Air needed them. The patient record for January 30, 2012 does not include the specific names, dosages, concentrations, and routes of administration for each drug prescribed, administered, or dispensed, nor does it note temperature or contain details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, treatment provided, and surgical procedure performed. A description of the removed mass is not included. On February 2, 2012, when the client brought Air for removal of the drain tube from her leg, he pointed out red bumps that emerged behind her ears and on her neck. Respondent did not think that the bumps were significant and did not note them in the patient record, nor did he document temperature and other details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, or treatment. On February 9, 2012, the client brought Air to Respondent to have her stitches removed. At this time, the client reported that Air was lethargic, seemed to have difficulty breathing, and had started to drag her back legs. Respondent has no medical record for any treatment on this date. On February 14, 2012, the client presented Air again because Air seemed to be deteriorating, with difficulty breathing and throwing up bloody vomit. Respondent examined Air, diagnosed an upper respiratory infection, and prescribed Baytril. The record does not include any diagnosis, or any legible details necessary to substantiate examination, diagnosis, and treatment. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping |
| Lozzi, Steve | 6662 | Ft. Worth | 2013-106 | 07/16/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | On April 23, 2012, a 4-year-old dog (Daisy) was brought to respondent for possible intestinal blockage. Radiographs identified an object that closely resembled the missing part of a stuffed dog toy, but Respondent noted that it might also just be feces. According to the patient record, the client declined the recommended further workup. According to the client, Respondent told her he was not concerned and advised waiting 24 hours to see if Daisy improved. On April 24, 2012, the client called the Respondent to report that Daisy had not improved, and he advised waiting another day. On April 25, 2012, the client stopped by the hospital to report lack of improvement and was told to call the next day with another update. On April 27, 2012, the client called to report that Daisy still had not improved, at which point Respondent asked her to bring Daisy in. Daisy had repeated episodes of diarrhea and vomiting while Respondent was examining her. She was extremely dehydrated; Respondent began intravenous fluids and pursued workup. He asked the client if Daisy had possibly been exposed to any toxins, and she reiterated that she thought Daisy had swallowed a piece of a toy. Respondent referred Daisy to an emergency clinic and pancreatitis was diagnosed but did not improve in their care. On April 30, 2012, the client took Daisy to a different veterinarian who examined Daisy, diagnosed intestinal blockage, and removed the blockage and a section of necrotic intestine. Daisy recovered from the surgery uneventfully. | Informal Reprimand |
| Maddox, Rex | 1534 | Grandview | 2013-107 | 07/16/2013 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed | On January 30, 2012 an 11-month-old kitten (Sassy) was presented to Respondent for spay. The surgery was completed and Sassy was released that afternoon. The next morning, the owner removed Sassy’s bandage and was concerned about persistent bleeding/hair matting at the incision site, so returned to the clinic. Respondent examined Sassy and prescribed amoxicillin. The label on the prescription did not include the veterinarian’s name, contact information, date of dispensing, patient or client names, species, strength or quantity of drug, or correct directions for use. The label read “1 capsule twice a day” but the drug dispensed was a liquid. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Maltby, Marilyn | 6473 | Austin | 2013-30 | 03/25/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Board Orders 2010-11 and 2011-75, disciplining Respondent for testing positive for Tramadol and missing drug screenings while under a contract with the Peer Assistance Program, were violated. On October 1, 2012, Respondent tested positive for Tramadol; she denied and requested a split specimen be processed to rule out lab error, and it also tested positive. | Voluntary
cancel
of license in lieu of sanctions. Do not seek reinstatement for 5
years. |
| Marek, James | 6272 | Bellville | 2013-177 | 10/22/2013 | Supervision of Non-licensed Persons; Operation of Temporary Limited-Service Veterinary Services; Failed to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | On December 1, 2012 and April 27, 2013, temporary vaccination clinics were held without Respondent notifying the Board. No veterinarian was present during the clinics to examine the animals or supervise vaccines; three technicians administered the vaccines, including rabies vaccines. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence test. |
|
Martin, Thomas
A. Thomas Martin DVM |
6663 | Houston | 2013-169 | 10/22/2013 | Violation of Board Order; Continuing Education | Agreed Order 2012-17, disciplining Respondent for a continuing education violation and ordering him to attain 17 hours, was not fulfilled. In addition, Respondent did not obtain all of the 17 required hours for calendar year 2012; he lacked 1 hour. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 18 hours add'l CE |
|
Marziani,
Jessica Jessica Marziani DVM |
11555 | Crystal Beach | 2013-65 | 03/25/2013 | Alternate Therapies - Acupuncture | On November 21, 2011, a 2-year-old dog (Bella) was presented to Respondent for spay. Respondent performed the spay and noted post-operative hind-end paresis. Spine radiographs were unremarkable. Acupuncture was performed that afternoon and subsequently on three more occasions without owner consent for use of this alternative therapy. | Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam. |
|
McBroom, Ashlie Ashlie McBroom DVM |
8603 | Arlington | 2013-151 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care | Respondent failed to notice evidence of pleural effusion in radiographs done on Lily the dog. Patient's condition worsened over the next week. Second opinion vet correctly diagnosed Lily with pleural effusion. Lily was euthanized. | Informal Reprimand |
|
McClain, Jon Jon McClain DVM |
4829 | Bartonville | 2013-160 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2012; he lacked 11 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 11 hours of CE. |
|
McGookey, David
P. David McGookey DVM |
8166 | San Antonio | 2013-104 | 07/16/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Agreed Order 2012-120 required Respondent to pay an administrative penalty of $500 by December 14, 2012; Respondent failed to pay it by the due date and did so on February 28, 2013 | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
McLeod, Edwin Edwin McLeod DVM |
2794 | Round Rock | 2013-133 | 10/22/2013 | Rabies Control; Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing | On May 24, 2012, a 6-year-old dog (Buster) and 2-year-old dog (Phoebe) were presented to Respondent for rabies vaccinations. Respondent vaccinated the dogs and rabies certificates were provided; however, his signature and other necessary information was omitted, rendering the certificates invalid. Although Respondent administered a 3-year rabies vaccine, he told the client she would have to return the next year for a booster; indeed, the clinic staff recorded an inaccurate 1-year expiration on the certificates issued. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
McLeod, Edwin Edwin McLeod DVM |
2794 | Round Rock | 2013-84 | 07/16/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | On June 1, 2012, a 15-year-old dog (Peanut) was presented to Respondent for routine vaccinations. Respondent administered half doses of the rabies and DHPP vaccines. The patient record did not contain a number of the required details. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 4 add'l hours of CE |
|
McLeod, Edwin Edwin McLeod DVM |
2794 | Round Rock | 2013-143 | 10/22/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On June 27, 2012, a dog (Jack) was presented to Respondent for nail trim. Since Jack was aggressive, Respondent decided to sedate him. The patient record did not contain a number of the required details. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 add'l hours of CE |
|
Mercer, Melanie Melanie Mercer DVM |
9738 | Wills Point | 2011-65 | 07/16/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | On November 14, 2006, a 13-month-old dog (Sarge) was presented to Respondent for neuter. Respondent performed a neuter surgery, but left a testicle in the scrotum. This was discovered by another veterinarian on November 27, 2006 when she examined Sarge. Respondent’s patient records for Sarge did not contain a number of the required details. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; 6 hours add'l CR |
|
Meyer, Jay Jay Meyer DVM |
8248 | Elgin | 2013-71 | 03/25/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Agreed Order 2011-16, disciplining Respondent for failing to provide proof of continuing education for calendar year 2007, required Respondent to pay a $1,000 administrative penalty and to complete an additional 17 hours of continuing education by June 28, 2012. Respondent paid the penalty but failed to complete the continuing education. He later submitted proof of 30 hours of continuing education completed between November 9 and December 5, 2012. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
|
Meyer, Jay Jay Meyer DVM |
8248 | Elgin | 2012-115 | 03/25/2013 | Adherence to the Law; No Abuse of Position
of Trust; Issuance of Certificates Through Direct
Knowledge Only; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Duty to
Cooperate with Board |
Respondent failed to renew his USDA accreditation prior to January 2012. Between January and March 2012, he performed Coggins tests on several horses; he forged test results on 3 horses. Respondent did not respond to May 25, 2012 notification of investigation and request for response by the Board’s Chief Investigator. Respondent then made two sequential phone calls to the Chief Inspector with reasons for his failure to respond. The Enforcement Committee considered Respondent’s prior Agreed Orders and history of severe and debilitating depression as aggravating and mitigating factors, respectively, in this case. | Formal Reprimand; 5 year suspension - all
but 30 days stayed
with probation; $2,000 admin. penalty; Monitored for 1 year by
licensed veterinarian; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; Do not
renew USDA accreditation without board approval |
|
Michler, Jon D. Jon Michler DVM |
10037 | Jasper | 2013-03 | 03/25/2013 | Adherence to Law; Controlled Substances Records Keeping | During onsite inspection of Respondent's clinic by agents from the DPS, DEA, and Board, investigators noted that the physical inventory did not match that in the controlled substances log; moreover, Respondent was unable to account for 1,300 dosage units of Diazepam purchased between August 2009 and December 2010. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Montemayor,
Maria Maria Montemayor DVM |
7455 | San Antonio | 2013-101 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June 30, 2012 and was terminated for non-renewal on December 31, 2012. Respondent renewed her registration effective March 14, 2013. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances on January 30, 2013, without current registration. | $500 admin. penalty |
|
Mountain, Brian Brian Mountain DVM |
10828 | Dallas | 2013-159 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain any of the 17 hours of required continuing education for calendar year 2012 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
|
Neff, Joe Joe Neff DVM |
2143 | Big Spring | 2012-96 | 07/16/2013 | Adherence to the Law | On repeated occasions in 2010 and 2011, Respondent claimed to have completed Brucellosis testing on cattle correctly as required by the USDA, but did not, in some cases falsifying information. On April 6, 2011, the TAHC notified him that his Approved Personnel Status was revoked, and on March 28, 2012, he consented to revocation of his veterinary accreditation in lieu of further proceedings by the USDA. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year suspension |
|
O'Quinn, Bob Bob O'Quinn DVM |
4165 | Dime Box | 2013-90 | 07/16/2013 | Adherence to the Law | Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed suspension with probation | |
|
Ohashiegbula-Iwunze,
Eunice Eunice Ohashiegbula-Iwunze DVM |
10307 | Katy | 2013-18 | 03/25/2013 | Restriction of Partnerships to Members of the Profession; Management Services Organizations in Veterinary Practice; Direct Responsibility to Client | In September 2011, Respondent entered into a partnership with Furry Friends Animal Hospital. Furry Friends was owned by a management services company that was not owned by a veterinarian licensed in Texas. The contract language allowed Furry Friends to interfere or intervene with the Respondent’s practice. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
|
Owens, Barton Barton Owens DVM |
4574 | Gilmer | 2013-128 | 10/22/2013 | Use of Prescription Drugs; Failure to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | From April 3, 2012 until December 11, 2012, Respondent allowed the Humane Society of North Texas (HSNT) to use his veterinary license number to purchase at a discounted rate what he believed were over-the-counter medications and vaccines; HSNT bought prescription drugs and vaccines for animals with whom the Respondent did not have a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Pace, Frank L. Frank Pace DVM |
11660 | Syracuse KS | 2013-06 | 03/25/2013 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed Employees; Use of Ultrasound in Diagnosis or Therapy | Respondent allowed unsupervised, non-licensed technicians to perform ultrasounds and diagnose pregnancies in heifers. He also practiced veterinary medicine with an expired license between March 2, 2012 and May 27, 2012. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Parham, Blythe Blythe Parham DVM |
12144 | Houston | 2013-99 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain any of the 17 hours of required continuing education for calendar year 2012 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
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Parham, M.
Gordon Gordon Parham DVM |
10258 | Richmond | 2013-41 | 03/25/2013 | Use of Prescription Drugs; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans; Controlled Substances Records Keeping; Complaint Information and Notice to Clients | When a veterinary technician working for the Respondent was bitten on the lip by a patient, the Respondent sutured the lip and prescribed and dispensed antibiotics to him. During a January 26, 2012 compliance inspection, the controlled substance log for ketamine did not balance and no log for diazepam existed; furthermore, the Respondent did not have an effective way of informing clients and other visitors how to file complaints with the Board. | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
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Peruffo, Lauren Lauren Peruffo DVM |
12708 | Austin | 2013-93 | 07/16/2013 | Notification of Licensee Address | Respondent failed to notify the Board that her practice address had changed within 60 days of the change. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Phillips, Helen Helen Phillips DVM |
10436 | Brenham | 2014-01 | 10/22/2013 | Standard of Care | On May 11, 2012, a dog (Boudreaux) was presented to Respondent for injuries sustained during a fall from a moving vehicle and a hind limb fracture was diagnosed. Respondent indicated that the best treatment would be surgical implantation of a bone plate by a specialist but, as a cheaper alternative, she could use an external fixator. The owner elected to external fixator repair by the Respondent, which was performed improperly and resulted in several complications, necessitating several follow up visits during which adequate care was not provided. Ultimately, Boudreaux was presented to TAMU, where a specialist performed a revision surgery and applied a bone plate. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Pirkey, Steven Steven Pirkey DVM |
6060 | Sachse | 2013-171 | 10/22/2013 | Unnecessary or Unauthorized Treatment | On January 12, 2013 a dog (Dax) was presented to Respondent for vomiting and weight loss and admitted for observation. On January 16, 2013, Respondent diagnosed Dax with possible abdominal cancer and recommended diagnostics, but the owner declined and decided to have Dax euthanized. Instead, the Respondent did not euthanize and, on February 9, 2012, the owners received an anonymous call alerting them that Dax was still alive and prompting them to retrieve him, take him to another veterinarian, and proceed with euthanasia to prevent further suffering. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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Pittman, Ruann Ruann Pittman DVM |
4756 | Crowley | 2013-118 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2012; she lacked 15 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 15 hrs CE |
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Prescher, James James Prescher DVM |
3969 | Whitney | 2013-88 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On July 14, 2012, a dog (Mollie) was dropped off for boarding at a clinic where the Respondent worked as a veterinarian. On July 16, 2012, when the owner picked up Mollie she was having difficulty ambulating. When the owner questioned this, the Respondent said that he tranquilized Mollie because she was barking excessively and it exacerbated his headache. The owner had not consented for the tranquilization. The medical record reflected administration of 1cc of acepromazine., but no concentration, route of administration, weight, details necessary to substantiate examination, or the name of the treating veterinarian. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 3 hrs of CE in recordkeeping |
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Price, Janice Janice Price DVM |
5548 | Winters | 2013-114 | 10/22/2013 | Advertising | The website for the hospital that the Respondent owns makes repeated claims regarding “Best Pet Care Anywhere” which cannot be readily verified by the public | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Quinn,
Joseph Joseph Quinn DVM |
6508 | Mesquite | 2013-28 | 03/25/2013 | Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care | On November 14, 2011, a dog (Zoe) was presented to Galloway Animal Clinic for a suspected urinary tract infection. Josh Cope, DVM, diagnosed bladder stones and recommended surgery. On November 17, 2011, the owner returned and requested that Joseph Quinn, DVM, perform the surgery. On November 18, 2011, Respondent Michelle Quinn, DVM, who is also employed by the clinic, performed the surgery. The owner was not informed that Respondent would perform surgery on Zoe prior to surgery. | Informal Reprimand |
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Rohani, Ali Ali Rohani DVM |
9257 | Allen | 2013-32 | 03/25/2013 | No Abuse of Position of Trust | On June 4, 2012, the Board received a letter from Peyman Sana stating that Respondent was demanding Sana to pay fees associated with prior Agreed Order 2012-84 which disciplined Respondent (a veterinarian) and not Sana (a non-licensed individual). | Formal Reprimand; $2,000 admin. penalty |
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Rosberg, David David Rosberg DVM |
2962 | Mason | 2013-76 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On September 19, 2010, an unnamed dog was presented to Respondent and diagnosed with eclampsia. On November 30, 2012, the owner’s son who is a veterinarian, retrieved the medical records. They lacked the weight, details necessary to substantiate the examination, and the name of the veterinarian who treated the dog. The dog’s name “Dixie” had been added without annotating that this was an amendment. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Rosebrock,
Robert Robert Rosebrock DVM |
4582 | Buda | 2013-44 | 07/16/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Board Order 2011-02, disciplining Respondent for being chronically or habitually intoxicated and for failing to complete required CE, was violated. On August 12, 2012, the Board’s Peer Assistance Coordinator notified the Board that Respondent failed to make the monthly calls to the Peer Assistance Coordinator and failed to submit documentation of his attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. On September 30, 2012, the Board’s Peer Assistance Coordinator notified the Board that Respondent had come into compliance with his contract and provided documentation that he had attended all required Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
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Royse, Ryan D. Ryan Royse DVM |
10753 | Lantana | 2013-102 | 07/16/2013 | Violation of Board Order | Respondent failed to pay the $500 administrative penalty imposed by Agreed Order 2012-117 prior to the deadline of December 12, 2012. On February 27, 2013, the Board received a $500 check from the Respondent. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Sack, Constance Constance Sack DVM |
12944 | Dallas | 2013-112 | 03/25/2013 | Agreed Licensure Order | On February 12, 2004, April 8, 2005, and in 2011, Petitioner pled guilty to Class B misdemeanors (two thefts and leaving the scene of a collision). On May 9, 2011, Petitioner was charged with criminal trespass which was later dismissed, although Petitioner admitted to the Board that this charge arose from an incident in which she had consumed too much alcohol. | Submit to evaluation with peer assistance |
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Sanders, Curtis Curtis Sanders DVM |
4185 | Austin | 2013-140 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Failed to Establish and Maintain a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | On May 26, 2012, a dog (Sadie) presented to Capital Veterinary Clinic for routine annual examination and vaccinations. According to Respondent, it was the clinic’s policy to have veterinary technicians examine and treat existing patients. The technicians performed heartworm and fecal tests and vaccinated animals, including Sadie, without veterinarian supervision. The technician issued Sadie a rabies certificate with Respondent’s name and signature as administering veterinarian. The clinic changed its policies and now requires veterinarian examination prior to vaccination. | Formal Reprimand |
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Schall, Jeffrey Jeffrey Schall DVM |
8608 | Abilene | 2013-162 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 1, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from October 2, 2012 until the Board informed him that he was not registered with DPS on May 17, 2013. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Schmitz, David David Schmitz DVM |
4032 | College Station | 2013-100 | 07/16/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2012; he lacked 8 hours | $500 admin. penalty; add'l 8 hrs. of CE |
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Sciba, Cole Cole Sciba DVM |
8610 | Aubrey | 2012-109 | 03/25/2013 | Advertising | The website for the clinic that Respondent owns depicted “Interns” of 5 individuals who were not licensed nor full-time students of an accredited college of veterinary medicine, but graduated from unaccredited veterinary schools in Brazil. According to Respondent, these individuals did not perform the work of interns in a veterinary clinic practicing as veterinarians but instead acted as veterinary technicians under veterinary supervision. | Informal Reprimand |
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Shaw, Larry Larry Shaw DVM |
2966 | Montgomery | 2013-95 | 07/16/2013 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | On July 12, 2010, Respondent was arrested in Thomas County, KS for possession of marijuana; he failed to report his arrest to the Board. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Skelton, Wylie Wylie Skelton DVM |
4378 | Utopia | 2013-07 | 03/25/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof for 10.5 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2011 | $1,000 admin. penalty; 10.5 hrs. add'l CE |
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Sperry, Wesley Wesley Sperry DVM |
10928 | Richardson | 2013-167 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 1, 2012 and was later terminated due to non-renewal. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from October 2, 2012 until May 2013, when the DPS informed him that his registration was terminated. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Spitz, Robert Robert Spitz DVM |
5612 | Austin | 2013-25 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On December 16, 2010, a dog (Faye) was presented to Respondent for hematuria. Respondent examined Faye and detected a heart murmur. Faye’s medical record had portions that were illegible and lacked significant required information, including weight, temperature, immunization records, lab and other diagnostic results, differential diagnoses, treatment, names, doses, concentrations, and routes of administration of drugs prescribed, administered, or dispensed, and other details necessary to substantiate or document examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided. During the informal conference, Respondent admitted that he later added “new murmur” to the medical record without annotating as an amendment. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Spitz, Robert Robert Spitz DVM |
5612 | Austin | 2013-67 | 03/25/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During a compliance inspection on October 20, 2011, Board investigators noted discrepancies in the controlled substance logs for fentanyl transdermal patches (25 mcg/h, 50 mcg/h, and 75 mcg/h), injectable morphine, injectable and oral diazepam, and Beuthanasia D Special. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Stephens, David David Stephens DVM |
6874 | Aubrey | 2013-57 | 03/25/2013 | Advertising | The website for the clinic that Respondent owns depicted “Interns” of 5 individuals who were not licensed nor full-time students of an accredited college of veterinary medicine, but graduated from unaccredited veterinary schools in Brazil. According to Respondent, these individuals did not perform the work of interns in a veterinary clinic practicing as veterinarians but instead acted as veterinary technicians under veterinary supervision. | Informal Reprimand |
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Stoudt, Cameron Cameron Stoudt DVM |
11427 | Bryan | 2013-136 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 1, 2012 and was terminated due to non-renewal on April 1, 2013. Respondent received her new registration on May 23, 2013. She admitted that she used controlled substances while her registration was expired and terminated. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Striekert,
Julie Julie Striekert DVM |
5828 | San Antonio | 2013-166 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 1, 2012 and was later terminated due to non-renewal. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from October 2, 2012 until May 2013, when the DPS informed her that her registration was terminated. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Stucky, Lynn Lynn Stucky DVM |
5268 | Sanger | 2013-31 | 03/25/2013 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Use of Prescription Drugs; Failed to Establish Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship | During the 1-year period stayed suspension/probation per Agreed Order 2011-14, a compliance inspection was performed. On July 15, 2010, Board investigators noted large quantities of expired controlled substances, some of which had been dispensed (Phenobarbital to 1 patient on 8 separate occasions, Torbutrol to ~119 patients, and Ketamine to ~500 patients). Respondent had been dispensing Ketamine to Denton Animal Control without realizing he needed to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. When Respondent became aware of the expired drugs problem, he informed his clients and offered a refund; he appropriately disposed of the expired medications; and, he changed his drug inventory policy and procedures, including training his staff and installing new software to alert the office of impending expiration dates. | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Taylor, William William Taylor Jr. DVM |
3653 | Longview | 2014-09 | 10/22/2013 | Responsibility for Licensure of Licensed Persons | Respondent owns and operates a veterinary clinic at which he hired a relief veterinarian to repeatedly work for him. The relief veterinarian worked for the Respondent after his license expired on March 1, 2013. In late July 2013, the Respondent learned from a colleague and confirmed with the Board, the relief veterinarian’s expired license, at which point he called the relief veterinarian and told him he would not employ him again until he could show proof of a current license and controlled substance registration. Respondent assisted the Board by volunteering the names of other veterinarians in the area who also employed the relief veterinarian. | Formal Reprimand |
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Tharp, Vicki Vicki Tharp DVM |
7243 | Hempstead | 2013-172 | 10/22/2013 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain the required continuing education hours for calendar years 2010, 2011, and 2012 | Informal Reprimand; $3,000 admin. penalty; 51 add'l hours of CE |
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Thompson,
Patricia Patricia Thompson DVM |
8273 | Marshall | 2013-17 | 03/25/2013 | Reporting of Criminal Activity; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Extra Label or Off label Use of Drugs; Patient Record Keeping; Duty of Licensee to Refer a Case; Adherence to the Law; Violation of Board Order |
On January 16, 2011, Respondent was
working as a relief veterinarian when $200 and a business
check went missing. The check was made to the Respondent,
forged, and passed in the amount of $400. The Respondent
entered a guilty plea for forgery, a felony, on July 13, 2012.
On July 14, 2011, a dog (Robin)
presented to Respondent because he was experiencing seizures
and Respondent diagnosed trauma and released Robin to his
owners for further observation. Robin returned on July 17 and
18, 2011 for continuing seizures. Respondent treated him with
Euthasol a without notifying the owner of extra-label use and
potential risks. Respondent also treated him with large
volumes of lactated Ringers putting him at risk for pulmonary
edema. The patient records lacked details necessary to
substantiate or document the examination (physical and
neurological), diagnosis (including images or summaries), and
treatment (including surgical and drug therapy) provided.
Respondent did not refer Robin to a specialist despite
worsening of his condition/failure to respond. The owners
instead decided to discharge Robin from the Respondent’s care
and take him elsewhere. Respondent dispensed 1 liter of
lactated Ringers and a dose of injectable Metacam for the
owners to administer to Robin without proper equipment. Robin
was euthanized and underwent necroscopy which showed
intervertebral disk disease with a rupture at the L1-L2
vertebrae and ascending myelomalacia, as well as pulmonary
edema. Respondent was hired as a relief
veterinarian to work 4 days during the week of November 6-13,
2011. On November 14, 2011 a Walmart pharmacist reported
suspicious prescriptions (for a sedative and an
anti-depressant used in humans) written out in Respondent’s
name, after which point it was noticed that a prescription pad
from the veterinary clinic was missing, and the DEA and
Houston police were contacted. |
of license in lieu of discipline; Do not seek reinstatement for
5 years |
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Thoni, Robert Robert Thoni DVM |
4892 | Kilgore | 2013-134 | 10/22/2013 | Supervision of Non Licensed Persons | On October 24, 2012, a horse (Laddie) was presented to Respondent for colic. Laddie’s condition deteriorated and the next day Respondent recommended euthanasia. The owner wanted euthanasia to take place at her home to ease the burial of Laddie. The Respondent delegated the task to his veterinary technician who proceeded to euthanize Laddie without Respondent’s supervision. | Informal Reprimand |
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Thoni, Robert Robert Thoni DVM |
4892 | Kilgore | 2013-176 | 10/22/2013 | Patient Records Release and Charges | On March 8, 2013, a client sent a certified letter to Respondent requesting a copy of her patient records. On April 25, 2013, Respondent informed the client that a copy of the records was ready. | Informal Reprimand |
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Tiller, Robert Robert Tiller DVM |
4002 | Waskom | 2013-24 | 03/25/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On June 28, 2011 Agreed Order 2011-69 was entered into by the Board and the Respondent. On October 12, 2011, a cat (Piper) was presented to Respondent for vomiting, anorexia, and not grooming himself. Piper was hospitalized for 1 week. The medical records did not include required documentation, including weight, temperature, lab and diagnostic results, differential diagnoses and/or treatment (including drugs) and other details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Tiller, Robert Robert Tiller DVM |
4002 | Waskom | 2013-80 | 03/25/2013 | Violation of Board Order | On June 28, 2011 Agreed Order 2011-69 was entered into by the Board and the Respondent, requiring Respondent to complete 3 hours of CE in soft tissue surgery by June 28, 2012. Respondent failed to obtain the CE within the requisite timeframe. On February 19, 2013, he provided proof to the Board that he had done so. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Tucker, Stephen Stephen Tucker DVM |
11877 | Houston | 2013-26 | 03/25/2013 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated; Violation of Board Order | During the 5-year contract with the Board’s Peer Assistance coordinator pursuant to Board Order 2010-61, Respondent tested positive for and admitted alcohol consumption on June 25, 2012 and July 5, 2012. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty;
Add'l 5 yrs. in Peer Assistance; License suspended for 5 years
with all but 90 days stayed and placed on probation. |
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Valerius,
Jackie Jackie Valerius DVM |
2224 | Mercedes | 2013-146 | 10/22/2013 | Professional Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | On June 15, 2012, a dog (Bruno) was presented to Respondent for surgical correction of his cherry eyes. During surgery, Respondent completely removed the glands in both eyes, deviating from standard of care which retains the gland to produce tears for lubrication. The patient record lacked required information including but not limited to client contact information, patient name and species, drug names, dosages, concentrations, and routes of administration, and details necessary to substantiate the treatment provided (including the surgical procedure performed). | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 6 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Vick, Sarah Sarah Vick DVM |
10966 | Georgetown | 578-13- 4844 |
10/22/2013 | Dispensing Prescription Medication for Personal Use; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | On September 4, 2012, Respondent admitted to the Board’s Peer Assistance Coordinator for the Professional Recovery Network (PRN) that she dispensed hydromorphone from her place of business to herself and then ingested it without a valid prescription. She sought assistance for drug abuse and entered into voluntary supervision with PRN. On October 26, 2012, PRN received a call that Respondent was involuntarily admitted to the hospital by her family for attempted suicide by Phenobarbital overdose. On December 17, 2012, Respondent underwent a psychiatric evaluation and was diagnosed with polysubstance dependence and bipolar depression. She missed 3 drug screenings and 10 daily calls and ceased her intensive outpatient program required by PRN. On May 29, 2013, the Board’s Executive Disciplinary Committee found Respondent to represent a continuing or imminent threat to public welfare and issued an order temporarily suspending Respondent’s license. On June 11, 2013, the Enforcement Committee of the Board initiated disciplinary proceedings. On June 13, 2013 SOAH notice of hearing was mailed, and on July 23, 2013 the hearing convened but Respondent did not appear nor was represented. | |
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Wall, Richard Richard Wall DVM |
4598 | The Woodlands | 2013-111 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On May 31, 2012, a dog (Truffles) was presented to Respondent for reevaluation of the right hind leg which Respondent had previously diagnosed as cranial cruciate ligament disease with degenerative joint disease and recommended surgical stabilization. On June 26, 2012, Respondent performed a TPLO and Truffles was discharged the next day. Over the course of the next 3 weeks, the owner presented Truffles repeatedly, first for wound dehiscence making the implant visible, then anorexia and apparent infection, followed by decreased movement, leg splaying, vomiting, and refusal to eat. The medical records lacked required information including temperature, client concerns, patient symptoms, and other details necessary to substantiate examination or treatment. On July 28, 2012, Respondent took radiographs and determined that Truffles had a fractured fibula and possible osteomyelitis. Respondent informed the owner that the splayed leg was due to the implant dropping from the infection and breaking Truffles’ tibia. He then referred the case to a specialists. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Webster, Robert Robert Webster DVM |
9938 | Georgetown | 2013-81 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | On March 13, 2012, Board investigators conducted a compliance inspection at Respondent’s clinic and found that the log did not contain the balance on hand for each controlled substance; in his April 4, 2012 response, Respondent admitted as much. Immediately following the inspection, Respondent initiated use of a physical controlled substance log and reconciled the log against purchase and dispensing records. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Whitlock,
Barbara Barbara Whitlock DVM |
3664 | Corpus Christi | 2013-92 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration; Use of Prescription Drugs; Failure to Establish a Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship |
According to DPS, Respondent’s
controlled substance registration expired on November 30, 2011
and she did not renew it until August 30, 2012; during the
period when her license was expired, she used controlled
substances to perform anesthesia for surgery. |
Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Wilby, Eliza Eliza Wilby DVM |
10932 | Carrollton | 2013-36 | 07/16/2013 | Controlled Substances Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on November 30, 2011. Respondent had practiced veterinary medicine from November 30, 2011 until the end of February 2013. She admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
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Williams,
Stephen Stephen Williams DVM |
3667 | Avinger | 2013-108 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On October 27, 2011 a dog (Brown Bear) was presented to Respondent for suspected bladder infection. Respondent treated Brown Bear from October 27, 2011 through October 29, 2011, although the patient records did not include a differential diagnosis, temperature, names, dosages, concentrations and routes of administration for each drug, details necessary to substantiate treatment of Brown Bear on October 29, 2011 by suturing the catheter in place to create a constant drain for the bladder, and mis-dating a portion of the patient record (October 31, 2011 vs October 29, 20110. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Wilson, Darr Darr Wilson DVM |
2289 | Boerne | 2013-38 | 03/25/2013 | Use of Prescription Drugs; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans | In August 2010, Respondent was prescribed Tramadol by his physician to treat pain associated with lower-limb neuropathy. Rather than fill it at a pharmacy, he decided to fill it himself because it was significantly cheaper. In May 2011 when Respondent learned that Tramadol was going to become a controlled drug, he preemptively ordered 4,000 tablets, although he did not use them and the bottles remained sealed. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
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Wright,
Granville Granville Wright DVM |
2676 | Carrollton | 2013-83 | 07/16/2013 | Patient Record Keeping | On July 25, 2011, two dogs (Sasha and Ann) were presented to Respondent for spay surgeries. The patient records for both lacked details necessary to substantiate the surgery, the complete anesthetic protocol used, the type of suture material used, and the type of closure performed. The records also did not include the names, concentrations and routes of administration for all drugs prescribed and administered. On July 27, 2011, Sasha was presented to Respondent because the spay incision site was weeping. The patient record lacked temperature and concentration and route of administration for antibiotic injections. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs. add'l of CE |
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Zollinger,
Jason Jason Zollinger DVM |
9640 | Weatherford | 2013-156 | 10/22/2013 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | On February 13, 2013, Board investigators conducted a compliance inspection and noted physical presence of Torbutrol, Euthasol, and Buprenex, but the controlled substances log showed no quantities of these drugs on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
| Adkins, Jess | 3046 | Fairfield | 2012-93 | 07/24/2012 | Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Improper labeling of controlled substances; controlled substance records lacked current balance on hand; employee obtained controlled substances and prescription drugs with the Respondent's knowledge without a veterinary-client-patient relationship being established or determining that the drugs were therapeutically indicated. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed suspension; $1,000 admin. penalty; Take and Pass Jurisprudence Examination |
| Arnold, Melissa | 11974 | Hillsboro | 2012-101 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours for calendar year 2011. Could not show proof of CE obtained for 14 hours during calendar year 2011. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 14 hours of CE. |
| Bagwell, Scott | 5690 | Lubbock | 2012-128 | 10/30/2012 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | .Respondent surgically removed 12 bladder stones during surgery, but failed to adequately flush out bladder stones during surgery on adult male Schnauzer. When owner called to report urinary incontinence, Respondent prescribed an additional week of Baytril. Second opinion surgeon found an additional 10 bladder stones on radiograph and ultrasound, the largest of which was 4mm, and using proper flushing techniques during second surgery found and removed a total of 22 additional calcium oxalate bladder stones. | Formal Reprimand; $819.50 Restitution; Add'l 3 hours CE in soft tissue surgery. |
| Bevill, Amy | 9944 | Reagan | 2012-15 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | .Failed to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours required for calendar year 2010. Respondent could not show proof of 17 CE hours required for calendar year 2010. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Bevill, Amy | 9944 | Reagan | 2012-62 | 03/27/2012 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | .Failed to notfy the Board of her arrest for Possession of Marijuana, a Class B Misdemeanor, on November 15, 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Boone, Kimberly | 6780 | San Antonio | 2012-122 | 10/30/2012 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | .On May 18, 2012, Board investigators conducted a compliance inspection of the Banfield Pet Hospital at 119 SW Loop 410, bldg 3, Suite 200, where Respondent is employed. Inspection revealed that Respondent's controlled substance logs for Euthasol and Midazolam did not balance with the drugs on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 Admin. penalty |
| Bowers, Jennifer | 4686 | Bellville | 2012-20 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | .Failed to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours required for calendar year 2008. Could not show proof of CE obtained for 10 hours during calendar year 2008. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 10 hours CE |
| Brahmbhatt, Dipa | 11527 | Katy | 2012-126 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | .Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for nine hours during calendar year 2010 and 6.5 hours during calendar year 2011. | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 15.5 hours CE |
| Brewer, Jason | 11571 | Plano | 2013-05 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | .Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired on January 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on September 4, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Brieger, Clay | 5698 | Alice | 2012-21 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Failure to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours required for calendar year 2010. Could not show proof of 17 hours CE obtained for calendar year 2010. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Brillhart, Martin | 3235 | Slaton | 2012-09 | 03/27/2012 | Supervision of Non Licensed Employees | .In the case of 16-year-old gelding, Respondent allowed unlicensed individuals to make diagnosis and prognosis of animal diseases and/or conditions, and allowed unlicensed individuals to prescribe drugs. | Formal Reprimand |
| Brooks, Christopher | 4082 | Ft. Worth | 2012-37 | 03/27/2012 | Patient Record Keeping | .After a physical examination and blood profile on March 4, 2011, Respondent diagnosed renal failure in a male domestic shorthair cat of unknown age, and placed him on IV fluids. The cat was hospitalized through March 7, when the cat passed away. Respondent's patient records for cat do not include the address and telephone number of the client; identifying details of the patient such as age, species, breed, sex, and description; weight and temperature required for diagnosis and treatment, and details sufficient to substantiate the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided. | Informal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hours CE in record keeping. |
| Carter, Cole | 11817 | Hutto | 2012-74 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of five acceptable CE hours obtained for 2011. Respondent had completed only 12 hours of CE for calendar year 2011. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 5 hours CE |
| Chaparro, Ivan | 12283 | Ocala, FL | 2012-80 | 10/30/2012 | Fraud / Deception in Process to Obtain License | Fraud or deception in the examination process or to obtain a license. Respondent stated in his application for a Texas license that he had never been a party to, or a witness in, a veterinary medicine or education administrative hearing(s) held by other boards, the racing commission, or licensing jurisdictions. In fact, Respondent had been a party to more than one administrative proceeding regarding the practice of veterinary medicine, including the suspension of his veterinary assistant license by the Texas Racing Commission because he was found to be in possession of veterinary syringes, needles, controlled substances, and was found to be practicing veterinary medicine without the presence or direct supervision of a properly licensed veterinarian. | Informal Reprimand |
| Chavez, Gloria | 9536 | Humble | 2012-03 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for nine hours during calendar year 2010. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 9 hours CE |
| Clemans, Jessica | 11897 | Akron, OH | 2012-114 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | During an on site compliance inspection on May 9, 2012, the Board determined that Respondent's controlled substance registration had expired on February 28, 2012. Respondent admitted that she had administered, dispensed and prescribed controlled substances during that time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Colvin, Robert | 3389 | Boerne | 2012-43 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of acceptable continuing education (CE) hours for 2011. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Cox, James | 5254 | Sugarland | 2012-34 | 07/24/2012 | Violation of Board Order; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent failed to provide the Board with documentation that he had taken the four hours of continuing education (CE) ordered in Agreed Order 2009-44. Failed to respond to Board's repeated requests for information, including failure to respond to certified mail sent by the Board. | Formal Reprimand; Add'l 4 hours CE in emergency medicine; $4,000 admin. penalty |
| Dickson, Chad | 7634 | Aubrey | 2012-129 | 10/30/2012 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Supervision of Non Licensed Employees | Failure
to
ensure that clinic staff alerted Respondent that two year old
German Shorthaired Pointer had not fully recovered after
castration procedure and appeared “wobbly” and “out of it” at
the time of release. Necropsy indicated that dog had bled to
death. |
Formal Reprimand; $80 restitution |
| Domer, R. R. | 9504 | Burleson | 2012-58 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours required for calendar year 2008. Could not show proof of CE obtained for 17 hours during calendar year 2008. | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Dudley, William | 2842 | Austin | 2012-26 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for 17 hours during calendar year 2010. Respondent stated that he was unable to attend his usual conference and simply forgot to make up the hours he missed. Respondent falsely affirmed to the Board that he had satisfied his 2010 CE requirements when he renewed his Texas veterinary license in 2011. | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Dusek, Jimmy | 3739 | San Angelo | 2012-73 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2011 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Dyes, Jonathan | 7446 | Rosenberg | 2012-103 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2011 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Evans, Thomas, Jr. | 5177 | Alvin | 2012-28 | 03/27/2012 | Default on Child Support Payments | On May 16, 2011, Office of the Attorney General notified the Board that Respondent was in arrears on child support and that the Board therefore should not renew his license | $500 admin. penalty; Satisfy Child Support Arrearage |
| Ford, Ellis | 2020 | Houston | 2012-16 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required hours of continuing education for calendar year 2010; he could not show proof for 5 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 5 hours CE |
| Gant, Roderick | 10629 | Ft. Worth | 2012-53 | 03/27/2012 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Respondent failed to notify the Board of his arrest for Assault Causing Bodily Injury to a Family Member, a Class A Misdemeanor, on March 12, 2011 | $500 admin. penalty |
| Garrison, Debra | 4941 | Spring | 2012-88 | 07/24/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration;
Duty to Cooperate with the Board |
Board investigator sent letter to Respondent, requesting that she reply within 21 days to allegation that she was using controlled substances in her veterinary practice without a DPS controlled substance registration. Respondent did not respond to repeated contacts from the board staff by phone and certified letter. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Gibbs, James | 2606 | Brownsboro | 2012-85 | 07/24/2012 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs | Respondent was evaluated by medical professionals and determined to be “chronically or habitually intoxicated, chemically dependent, or addicted to drugs.” Respondent provided board investigator with signed statement acknowledging that he was surrendering his license and did not plan to renew or reinstate it. |
of License; Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
| Giggleman, Gene | 4945 | Grapevine | 2012-38 | 03/27/2012 | Issuance of Certificates Through Direct Knowledge Only; Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Patient Record Keeping; Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Respondent issued three blank health certificates, pre-signed, that USGE used to issue health certificates in Respondent's name on animals that Respondent had never examined. Respondent also gave ten blank certificates to USGE employee. Patient records from his work for USGE do not include the necessary information regarding the animals Respondent treated, including but not limited to the species and number of animals examined; weight required for diagnosis and treatment; differential diagnosis and/or treatment; names, dosages, concentrations and routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed; and other details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided, and/or surgical treatment performed. On November 30, 2011, Respondent stated to the board that he has lost his controlled substances log in 2010. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed suspension; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE in record keeping |
| Graham, Sarah | 4956 | San Antonio | 2012-76 | 07/24/2012 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During compliance inspection, board investigators noted that the last entries in the clinic's controlled substances log book were dated July 2011, and the quantities of drugs recorded in the controlled substance log did not balance with the quantities of drugs on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
|
Greenwell,
James James Greenwell DVM |
6232 | Plano | 2010-68 | 03/27/2012 | Honest,y, Integrity, and Fair Dealing | Discrepancy
in
billing for testing that client claimed she did not give consent
for. Respondent's clinic maintained that that information was
contained on the written consent form that client signed. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Hadash, C. M. | 4950 | Conroe | 2012-119 | 10/30/2012 | Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing | Respondent charged client for test and then failed to communicate the test results to client in a timely manner. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hardesty, Bruce | 7183 | Austin | 2012-31 | 03/27/2012 | Violation of Board Order | Agreed Order 2009-09 required Respondent to complete three additional hours of continuing education in renal disease by June 11, 2010 and provide the board with documentation. Respondent failed to provide the board with documentation. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE in renal disease; $500 admin. penalty |
| Hayes, Eddie | 8049 | Sinton | 2012-41 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2010; he lacked 14 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 14 hours CE |
| Hendricks, Rohn | 7002 | Waxahachie | 2012-94 | 07/24/2012 | Use of Prescription Drugs; Patient Record Keeping | Respondent dispensed bottles of Xylazine, a prescription drug, without first having established a veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Failed to record required information in patient records, including address and phone number of client; identification of the patient, including name, species, breed, age, sex and description; dosages, concentrations, and routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed; and other details necessary to substantiate the treatment provided, including the reason for prescribing and dispensing drugs including Xylazine. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Hilliard, Karla | 8140 | Spring | 2012-65 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April 30, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on February 13, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Hooper, Thomas, Jr. | 6015 | Gary | 2012-39 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar years 2009 and 2010 | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 34 hours CE |
| Jernigan, Claude | 3275 | Tyler | 2013-11 | 10/30/2012 | Adherence to the Law; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Multiple employees reported to the board that Respondent has a problem managing his anger, and has repeatedly hit and punched animals in his care when he became frustrated and angry. Under Texas Penal Code 42.092, a person commits an offense if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly tortures an animal, and “torture” is defined to include any act that causes unjustifiable pain or suffering. Respondent entered into a Peer Assistance Contract under the board's Peer Assistance Program. | Formal Reprimand; Enter into peer assistance contract |
| Johnson, Douglas | 2923 | Angleton | 2013-23 | 10/30/2012 | Patient Record Keeping | When second vet requested patient records from Respondent regarding Eddie the dog, the records were missing information required by statute: sex and age of the patient; weight when required for diagnosis or treatment; temperature when required for diagnosis or treatment; results of laboratory analysis; diagnostic images or summary of the results; differential diagnosis and/or treatment; immunization records; names, dosages, concentrations and routes of administration for each drug prescribed, administered or dispensed; and other details necessary to substantiate or document the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided. | Informal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE in record keeping; $500 admin. penalty |
| Kaaz, James | 7539 | Montgomery | 2013-12 | 10/30/2012 | Default on Student Loan | On June 11, 2012, the Board was notified that Respondent defaulted on his student loan; he had failed to make a payment since November 2011 and the loan was forwarded for collection | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; |
| Keillor, Genevieve | 9065 | Crosby | 2012-83 | 07/24/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on November 23, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Kelly, James | 2426 | Kingwood | 2012-82 | 07/24/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on February 28, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Kerpsack, Stephen | 7540 | Austin | 2012-51 | 03/27/2012 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | During a compliance inspection by the board on August 23, 2011, investigators requested to see the hospital's drug log. It was not available on the premises, but was instead at the home of the one of the hospital's veterinary technicians. When the drug log was produced, the last entry on the drug log was February 2011. The technician informed the investigators that the balances of controlled substances on hand had not been updated since February 2010; Respondent asserted this statement was untrue. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| King, Leonard | 6657 | Bryan | 2012-95 | 07/24/2012 | Rabies Control | While working as a relief veterinarian, Respondent directly supervised a volunteer technician who administered a rabies vaccine to a feral cat. A volunteer filled out a rabies certificate for the cat, but used the wrong form and failed to have the Respondent sign the document. The issued vaccination certificate does not include the owner's address or telephone number, the species of the animal, or the Respondent's signature as vaccinating veterinarian. The certificate also included an incorrect expiration date for the vaccination of March 31, 2018—more than seven years from the date of vaccination. | Informal Reprimand |
| Kirby, Dan | 5509 | San Antonio | 2012-79 | 07/24/2012 | Alternate Therapies | A compliance inspection by the Board revealed that patient records of animals that had received chiropractic and musculoskeletal treatments at the Respondent’s clinic did not contain signed acknowledgements from the owner or other caretaker stating that chiropractic or musculoskeletal manipulation is considered by Texas law to be an alternate or non-standard therapy | Informal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| Klein, Kimberly | 7362 | Helotes | 2013-14 | 10/30/2012 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | A compliance inspection on May 17, 2012, revealed that the hospital's controlled substance logs for Butorphanol, Ketamine, and Buprenorphine had no recent entries in the column indicating the balance of drug on hand. The last entry for the balance of Butorphanol was dated February 25, 2011; for Ketamine was dated January 1, 2011; and for Buprenorphine was dated February 2, 2011. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Koenigsknecht, Nicole | 10035 | Aubrey | 2012-86 | 07/24/2012 | Display of License | Failure to display veterinary license at a temporary vaccine clinic in a drug store parking lot. A Dallas Code Enforcement officer visited the clinic and issued a Notice of Violation for using the lot without a permit; the officer also did not observe any signs displaying the names or licenses of the veterinarians on duty. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; |
|
Kothmann, Kody also see order from SOAH |
4337 | Lubbock | 578-11 -7257 |
03/27/2012 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | Respondent's substandard care of a cat during a spay procedure resulted in an infection that required further invasive medical treatment. Respondent failed to indicate the dates of when he amended the patient record to include the anesthesia delivered to the cat. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE in record keeping |
| Leakey, J. Keith | 10125 | Canyon Lake | 2012-66 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on January 26, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $1,000 admin. penalty; |
| Linton, Lisa | 7450 | Houston | 2012-81 | 07/24/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May
31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on February 14, 2012.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty; |
| Lisciandro, Gregory | 7695 | San Antonio | 2012-23 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on September 7, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
|
Litsey, Terry Terry Litsey DVM |
6468 | Watauga | 2012-130 | 10/30/2012 | Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing | Contrary to his own patient records on Peyton the dog in which it was noted that the client requested a private burial, Respondent instead sent the body off for communal cremation. | Formal Reprimand |
| Lovell, Amanda | 11034 | Dickinson | 2012-27 | 03/27/2012 | Notification of Licensee Address; Continuing Education | A compliance inspection revealed that Respondent failed to, within 60 days, notify the Board that her practice address had changed; she left her prior practice address in May 2011 and as of August 1, 2011 failed to notify the Board. Respondent also could not show proof of all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2010; she lacked 3 hours. | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 3 hours CE |
| Lynne, Dorie | 11140 | The Woodlands | 2012-68 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on January 25, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Magee, Diana | 11595 | . |
2012-19 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent admitted that she had failed to obtain all of the continuing education (CE) hours required for calendar year 2010, and did not timely request a hardship extension for the hours missed in 2010. Respondent agreed to voluntarily surrender her license and not seek reinstatement by the board for five years from the date of this order. |
of License; Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
| Maltby, Marilyn | 6473 | Austin | 2012-48 | 03/27/2012 | Violation of Board Order | In Agreed Order 2011-75, the board ordered that Respondent provide the board with any change of her office or mailing address within ten days of date that the address change became effective. On October 13, 2011, Respondent was terminated from her position but did not inform the board that her office address was no longer correct. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Manning, John | 7772 | San Antonio | 2013-15 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2011 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Marcum, Larry | 7027 | Frisco | 2012-33 | 03/27/2012 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Respondent failed to notify the Board of his arrest for Assault Causing Bodily Injury to a Family Member, a Class A Misdemeanor, on January 1, 2011 | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Martin, Thomas A. | 6663 | Houston | 2012-14 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 17, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty; |
| Martin, Thomas A. | 6663 | Houston | 2012-17 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent
did
not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar
year 2010; he could not show proof for 17 hours |
$500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Martin, Thomas A. | 6663 | Houston | 2012-127 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2011; he could not show proof for 9 acceptable hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 9 hours CE |
| Matsyaraja, Menaka | 11848 | Humble | 2012-67 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2011; she could not show proof for 17 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| McCamish, Cristin | 11592 | Sante Fe | 2012-24 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2010; she could not show proof for 11 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 11 hours CE |
| McGehee, Bill, Jr. | 5528 | San Antonio | 2012-123 | 10/30/2012 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Compliance inspection at hospital revealed that the controlled substance log did not contain entries to record the balance on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| McGookey, David | 8166 | San Antonio | 2012-120 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2011; he could not show proof for 17 acceptable hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Miga, Joseph | 11394 | Adkins | 2012-124 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2011; he lacked 10 hours | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 10 hours CE |
| Mixon, Michael | 7859 | San Antonio | 2012-78 | 10/30/2012 | Adherence to Law; Controlled Substances Record Keeping |
Failed to comply with Texas Health and Safety Code 481.061 and 21 CFR 1301.12, both of which require that a veterinarian have a separate controlled substance registration for each principal place of business or professional practice where controlled substances are stored, administered or dispensed by a person. A compliance inspection also revealed that the controlled substance log at one of the three locations owned by the Respondent did not balance with the drugs on hand. | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| Moffett, Frank | 2265 | Dilley | 2012-89 | 10/30/2012 | Adherence to Law; Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Labeling of Medications Dispensed; Use of Prescription Drugs; Patient Record Keeping |
Failed to maintain all the required information in his controlled substance logs for Telazol, and distributed Telazol without valid prescriptions created through a diagnosis determined under an established veterinarian-client-patient relationship. Failed to provide dosage and other instructions for use to the client when dispensing Telazol. Failed to record the balance on hand for each entry in the outgoing controlled substance log for Telazol. Failed to record required information in patient records. On January 14, 2012, Respondent voluntarily surrendered his United States Drug Enforcement Administration controlled substance registration. | Formal Reprimand; 5 years stayed suspension w/ probation; $5,000 admin. penalty; Board approval needed prior to obtaining controlled substance certification; Take and pass jurisprudence exam |
| Mogas, Valerie | 5781 | League City | 2012-22 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 31, 2008. DPS issued a new certification on September 29, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $1,500 admin. penalty |
| Moore, Gary D. | 8386 | Brenham | 2012-54 | 03/27/2012 | Student Loan Default; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent was in arrears on student loan, and failed to respond to written requests by the board for an explanation of the failure to pay, despite numerous requests. | Informal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty; |
| Moore, Lewis J. | 4255 | Arlington | 2012-60 | 03/27/2012 | Other | Client
brought
dog to Respondent's clinic for grooming services. During
grooming, dog received a cut that required sutures. Grooming
staff did not contact client to obtain permission to seek
veterinary treatment, but instead presented dog to Respondent at
the clinic for sutures. Respondent did not ascertain whether
client had consented to treatment prior to suturing the cut. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Moskosky, Matthew J. | 11398 | Buda | 2012-52 | 03/27/2012 | Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated, Chemically Dependent, or Addicted to Drugs; Use of Prescription Drugs; Prohibition on Treatment of Humans | Diverted hydromorphone for personal consumption by obtaining it from the clinic's surplus stock, replacing the hydromorphone he had taken with sterile water. Respondent contacted the board's Peer Assistance Program coordinator and requested placement in a recovery facility. Respondent completed inpatient treatment and continues to comply with the program recommendations. Respondent entered into a Peer Assistance Contract under the board's Peer Assistance Program for five years from the date of this order, which includes possible random drug screenings and other requirements as set in the Agreed Order. | Formal Reprimand; Enter into 5 year peer assistance contract; |
| Neaderhouser, Sarah | 8587 | Katy | 2012-113 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of acceptable continuing education for calendar year 2011; she lacked 9 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 9 hours CE |
| Nelson, Deborah | 7381 | El Paso | 2012-40 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar years 2009 and 2010; she could not show proof of 7 and 17 hours for calendar years 2009 and 2010, respectively | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 24 hours CE |
| O'Neal, Lekeisha | . |
. |
2012-102 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2011; she could not show proof for 17 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Paclik, Michael | 2797 | Austin | 2012-55 | 10/30/2012 | Adherence to the Law; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | When Respondent and two veterinary technicians attempted to administer an injection to client's cat that was under his care for a urinary tract infection, the cat attempted to bite a veterinary technician and succeeded in biting Respondent. Respondent responded by striking the cat on the back repeatedly. Respondent then placed a lead rope around the cat's neck and pulled the cat off the examination table and onto the floor by the leash. The Respondent then kicked the cat. Respondent then picked up the cat by the lead rope around his neck, cutting off the cat's air supply. Respondent then swung the cat by the lead rope back onto the examination table, where Respondent continued to beat the cat. While he was being beaten by Respondent, the cat urinated on both the examination table and the floor. Four of Respondent's veterinary technicians separately stated that they had repeatedly witnessed him beating dogs and suspending cats from lead ropes. Under Texas Penal Code 42.092, a person commits an offense if the person intentionally, knowingly or recklessly tortures an animal, and “torture” is defined to include any act that causes unjustifiable pain or suffering. The board ordered Respondent to submit to an evaluation by the board's Peer Assistance Coordinator to determine whether he needs additional anger management counseling or other treatment. | Formal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hours of CE in animal restraint; Submit to evaluation. |
| Palmer, Robyn | 8590 | Spring | 2012-121 | 10/30/2012 | Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Respondent administered a feline leukemia vaccination to cat, despite the fact that client neither requested nor consented to the vaccination. | Informal Reprimand |
| Parham, M. Gordon | 10258 | Richmond | 2012-49 | 03/27/2012 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent prescribed prescription drugs to be administered over a six-month period when the drugs will expire before the treatment is completed. In addition, stated an incorrect expiration date on the labeling of the dispensed medication. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Pasternak, Shelley | 10745 | Austin | 2012-04 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on July 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on March 1, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Rafferty, Richard | 7393 | Austin | 2012-91 | 07/24/2012 | Adherence to the Law | Failure to report theft of controlled substances by employee in 2007. | Informal Reprimand; Take and Pass jurisprudence exam |
| Richards, Brandon | 9418 | Lufkin | 2012-25 | 03/27/2012 | Reporting of Criminal Activity | Failure to notify the board of his arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the practice of veterinary medicine in 2006. Specifically, Respondent was arrested for Assault/Family Violence, a Class A misdemeanor and convicted for Assault Misdemeanor C. | Informal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty |
| Rockey, Kristine | 11770 | Tomball | 2012-71 | 07/24/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on March 23, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Rohani, Ali | 9257 | Allen | 2012-84 | 07/24/2012 | Other | In 2006 and 2007, Respondent submitted annual statements to the Texas Secretary of State regarding hospital ownership, identifying Respondent as director of the hospital. Respondent signed the statements attesting that “all members are licensed...” when Respondent was not licensed as a veterinarian in Texas in 2006 and 2007. | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Romero, Joey | 9768 | Montgomery | 2012-63 | 07/24/2012 | Responsibility for Acceptance of Medical Care | Failure to inform client when the client requested that Respondent treat her dog Petey and Respondent knew that another veterinarian would perform some or all of the diagnosis and treatment of dog. Respondent turned over a surgical case to another veterinarian without informing the client that a different veterinarian would be performing surgery on Petey. | Informal Reprimand |
| Rowlands, Jane Elizabeth | 9928 | Houston | 2012-118 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on February 29, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on June22, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Royse, Ryan D. | 10753 | Lantana | 2012-117 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on June 25, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Ruhr, Lawrence | 11308 | Lake Jackson | 2012-11 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on May 9, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Shill, Karen M. | 8687 | Houston | 2012-116 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on September 30, 2011 and was renewed on August 30, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered controlled substances while her registration was expired. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Shomette, Kelli | 7460 | Rockwall | 2012-64 | 07/24/2012 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Patient Record Keeping | Respondent used improper drug dosage for sedation and failed to monitor Dusty the dog closely during his recovery from sedation. Respondent failed to ensure that her non-licensed employees monitored Dusty as he recovered from sedation. Respondent failed to record weight, the drugs administered, the concentration of drugs administered, and details to substantiate any physical examination done on Dusty prior to sedation. When client came to pick up Dusty, the dog was discovered dead in his cage. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hours add'l CE - record keeping; 3 hours add'l CE - anesthesia; Restitution |
| Smith, Kathleen | 12001 | Houston | 2012-72 | 07/24/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2011; she could not show proof for 14 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 14 hours CE |
| Snyder, David J. | 5560 | Terrell | 2012-59 | 03/27/2012 | Professional Standard of Humane
Treatment; Reporting of Criminal Activity; Honesty, Integrity,
and Fair Dealing; Adherence to the Law; Duty to Cooperate with
Board; Duty of Licensee to Refer a Case; Minimum Security
for Controlled Substances; Controlled Substances Record Kepping;
Observance of Confidentiality; Failed to Establish
Veterinarian - Client - Patient Relationship; Patient Record Keeping; Violation of Board Order |
Administering excessive anesthesia; leaving the patient to meet with another client while the patient was in a critical health crisis; failing to maintain breathing support while the patient was unable to breathe on its own; allowing a patient to leave his care while still appearing to be under anesthesia; failing to communicate appropriately with the client regarding the patient's condition; leaving an acutely ill dog without veterinary treatment; using the wrong material for stitches to close a surgical incision; failing to perform a caesarian procedure properly; failing to care for newborn puppies properly. Failure to report to the board an arrest for a crime related to the practice of veterinary medicine within 30 days of the arrest. Cremated a patient without notice to or permission from the client, and by failing to inform his client of their animal's disappearance in a timely manner. Respondent attempted to intimidate a witness into dropping a complaint against him. Possession of controlled substances after voluntarily surrendering his controlled substances registration to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. Failure to respond to board investigator's request for a response to the complaint and copies of relevant medical records. Failure to keep proper patient records. Failure to store controlled substances in a substantially constructed cabinet capable of resisting entry by tools such as pry bars. Failed to maintain at his place of business records of all controlled substances in his possession. Dispensed prescription drugs without first establishing a veterinary-client-patient relationship. Violated observance of confidentiality by releasing confidential client information without a waiver from the client or appropriate court order or subpoena. DEATHS: Huey the dog and her entire litter of puppies; when client asked to see the puppies' bodies, clinic staff refused and informed the client that the puppies had already been buried. Shaggy, Jr., the dog, whose body was sent for cremation without client's permission. Alex the dog, who died while the Respondent was out of town and unable to be reached by client; Alex was later found dead and bloated in his kennel at the clinic. Puppy Bella who Respondent said choked on food during a spay procedure, and who Respondent euthanized without permission from client. Skippy the dog, who died after a dental cleaning with unauthorized sedation and two unauthorized extractions. Respondent agreed to to voluntarily surrender his veterinary license and not seek reinstatement by the board for five years from the date of this order. |
veterinary license. Do not seek reinstatement for 5 years. |
| Soranaka, Eddy | 10768 | Killeen | 2012-99 | 07/24/2012 | Adherence to the Law; Chronically or Habitually Intoxicated | Violated state law by driving while intoxicated. Respondent completed in-patient treatment at Laurel Ridge Treatment Facility and voluntarily enrolled in the board's Peer Assistance Program. The board orders that Respondent continue his Peer Assistance Contract under the board's Peer Assistance Program for an additional five years from the date of this order. | Formal Reprimand; Take and pass jurisprudence exam; 5 year peer assistance contract; 5 year stayed suspension w/ probation. |
| Swann, William | 2664 | Idalou | 2012-32 | 03/27/2012 | Notification of Licensee Addresses | A compliance inspection on September 20, 2010 revealed that Respondent was no longer at the practice listed in the Board records. Respondent failed to, within 60 days, notify the Board that his practice address had changed; he was living in New York and had not practiced in Amarillo since June 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Thompson, Patricia | 8273 | Marshall | 2012-61 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration; Duty
to Cooperate with Board |
Respondent misled the board regarding her use of controlled substances while her DPS controlled substance registration had expired. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Trevino, Roberto | 11431 | Houston | 2013-01 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on January 31, 2011. DPS issued a new certification on September 24, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Valerius, Jackie | 2224 | Mercedes | 2012-57 | 03/27/2012 | Violation of Board Order; Continuing Education | On February 12, 2008, Respondent entered into Agreed Order 2008-95 in which the board disciplined Respondent for failing to complete required continuing education and ordered Respondent to complete 17 additional hours of continuing education within one year from the date of the Order. Respondent failed to provide proof to the board that he completed 13.5 of the 17 hours of additional continuing education that he was required to complete before February 12, 2009 under the terms of the Order. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 13.5 hours add'l CE. |
| Van Trease, David | 5676 | Austin | 2012-90 | 07/24/2012 | Use of Prescription Drugs | Respondent self-administered prescription drugs from his clinic that were not necessary or required for the medical care of animals. | Informal Reprimand; Take and Pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty |
| West, Erin | 12027 | Dripping Springs | 2013-04 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration; Alternative Therapies - Acupuncture | In August 2012 Respondent could not show proof of current registration with DPS and told the board that she had not registered with DPS since obtaining her license in 201. Respondent admitted that she administered controlled substances while her DPS registration was expired. Respondent also admitted that she was performing acupuncture on animals without the signed consent of the owner of the animal. | Informal Reprimand; Take and Pass jurisprudence exam; $500 admin. penalty |
| Whippo, Claudia | 10564 | La Vernia | 2012-125 | 10/30/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required hours of acceptable continuing education for calendar years 2009 and 2010; she lacked 6 and 10 hours, respectively | $1,500 admin. penalty; 16 hours add'l CE |
| Whitfield, Jennifer | 10234 | McKinney | 2012-18 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on November 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on October 14, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Williams, Stephen W. | 3667 | Avinger | 2012-30 | 03/27/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration; Duty to Cooperate with Board | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired in November 1999. Respondent renewed his registration on August 27, 2010. In October 2010, Respondent told the Board that he stopped practicing in Texas in 1996, but had begun practicing as a relief veterinarian in Texas again “recently.” The Board made multiple attempts to get Respondent to specify a date, but he failed to do so. The supervising veterinarian under whose DEA registration Respondent practiced stated that Respondent had been performing relief work under him for “5 or 6 years.” | $3,000 admin. penalty |
| Wolf, Janice | 3331 | Amarillo | 2012-29 | 03/27/2012 | Violation of Board Order | On March 22, 2010 the board approved Agreed Order 2010-46 which required that Respondent complete six hours of continuing education by February 16, 2011. and provide the board with documentation of the completed continuing education. Respondent failed to complete six hours in endocrinology and record keeping prior to the deadline. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin. penalty; 3 hours add'l CE in endocrinology |
| Womack, Sarah | 11164 | Austin | 2012-110 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on November 30, 2011 and was subsequently terminated May 30, 2012 due to non-renewal. DPS issued a new certification on July 27, 2012. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Youngblood, David | 11886 | Alvarado | 2012-111 | 10/30/2012 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on November 30, 2011 and was subsequently terminated May 30, 2012 due to non-renewal. DPS issued a new certification on June 26, 2012. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Zamora, Carlos | 7113 | Dickinson | 2012-44 | 03/27/2012 | Continuing Education | Respondent was unable to provide proof of acceptable continuing education hours required for calendar years 2008, 2009 and 2010 and could not show proof of CE obtained for 51 hours during those years. | $1,500 admin. penalty; 51 hours add'l CE |
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
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Sanction |
| Airhart, Jim Jim Airhart DVM |
2385 | Mesquite | 2010-70 | 10/18/2011 | Supervision
of
Non-Licensed Employees; Responsibility for Unlicensed and
Licensed Employees; Rabies Control; Honesty, Integrity, Fair
Dealing |
On
June
25, 2009, a former employee reported to a Board investigator
that vaccinations, including rabies vaccinations, were
administered routinely to established clients while Respondent
was absent, and rabies vaccination certificates were signed by
employees. A second former employee corroborated, and Respondent
admitted to this in informal settlement conference. |
Formal
Reprimand |
| Anderson, Sharon | 4824 | Houston | 2011-35 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired on January 31, 2010. She received a new controlled substance registration on September 14, 2010. Respondent admitted to dispensing controlled substances to animals during the time her controlled substance registration was expired. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Arrendell, Lane | 11410 | Henderson | 2011-84 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired on August 31, 2010. DPS issued new certification on May 19, 2011. Respondent admitted she administered, dispensed and prescribed controlled substances during that time. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Blackwood, Rebecca | 10071 | Belton | 2011-46 | 03/29/2011 | DPS / DEA Registration | .Could not show proof of current
registration with the DPS, which expired on January 31, 2010.
DPS issued a new controlled substance registration on January
13, 2011. Respondent admitted she dispensed controlled
substances to animals during the time her controlled substance
registration was not current. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Brackeen, Gary | 3862 | Angleton | 2011-74 | 10/18/2011 | Supervision of Non Licensed Employees; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping; Treatment of Humans; Adherence to the Law | .Failure to perform presurgical blood work on seven-year-old male Chihuahua, to administer intravenous fluids during or after surgery, and to send the tumor tissue he removed for further testing. Failure to examine, perform blood work on, or admnister fluids to dog when dog was presented to Respondent for surgical complications. Allowing unlicensed personnel to perform post-operative suturing and surgically removing ear hematomas without immediate supervision by a veterinarian. Respondent failed to record any information regarding his examination of dog, differential diagnosis of the fatty tumor, failed to record weight or temperature on the day of surgery, and repeatedly failed to make any record at all of his examinations of dog over multiple dates. During Board investigation, Respondent admitted that he has self-administered Lasix, Amoxicillin, and Methocarbamol. | Formal Reprimand; Submit for Mental Health Evaluation; 2 Year Stayed Suspension; $195 Restitution; $500 Admin. Penalty; Complete add'l CE - 6 hours in anesthesia, 4 hours in oncology, 4 hours in surgery, 3 hours in record keeping; Take Jurisprudence Examination. |
| Cobb, Robert L. | 4497 | Midland | 2011-67 | 06/28/2011 | Supervision of Non Licensed Employees; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent performed declaw surgery on an 11-month old cat without incident. However, the right paw bled excessively and required a heavier bandage to control the bleeding. A technician failed to remove the bandages from both paws. Owner returned three days after surgery as the cat's right paw was swollen and bleeding and needed to have the bandages removed. A second opinion examination disclosed necrotic tissue on the cat's right paw, eventually requiring amputation of the cat's right leg due to a tight wrap for excessive bleeding and failure of the Respondent's technician to remove the bandages prior to discharge. | Informal Reprimand; $90 Restitution. |
| Costello, David | 3733 | Kaufman | 2011-90 | 10/18/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2010 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours CE. |
| Daniels, Randall also see order from SOAH |
5172 | Carrollton | 2011-77 | 10/18/2011 | Violation of Board Order | Violation
of
Board order by failure to comply with required participation in
peer assistance program. |
|
| Dodge, Alice | 10093 | Houston | 2011-93 | 10/18/2011 | Practiced Veterinary Medicine with Expired / Canceled License | .Respondent's veterinary license expired on March 1, 2009, when she failed to renew it. On March 1, 2010, Respondent's veterinary license was cancelled for non-renewal. On February 1, 2011, Respondent contacted the Board and determined that her veterinary license had been cancelled. Respondent immediately ceased practicing at her clinic. Respondent practiced veterinary medicine without an active license from March 1, 2009, to February 1, 2011. On March 29, 2011, the Board voted to reinstate Respondent's cancelled license, provided she meet the requirements for licensure. On April 18, 2011, the Board reinstated Respondent's veterinary license. | Formal Reprimand; $1000 admin. penalty. |
| Donathan, Russell | 10606 | Broken Arrow, OK | 2011-38 | 03/29/2011 | DPS/DEA Registration | Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration with the DPS from February 28, 2010 to March 22, 2010. Respondent admitted that he dispensed controlled substances to animals without a valid DPS controlled substances registration between March 1, 2010 and March 22, 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Doyle, Susan | Houston | 2011-54 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent's controlled substance registration expired on February 28, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 29, 2010. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty | |
| Dunavant, Michael | 2595 | Corsicana | 2011-64 | 06/28/2011 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent inserted esophageal feeding tube into six-year-old cat. Insertion of feeding tube met with resistance and was initially withdrawn and placed again. No radiographs were taken to determine the proper placement of the esophageal tube. Respondent had cat transported to emergency hospital for overnight care. ER veterinarian found decreased heart and lung sounds, and the cat was non-responsive and comatose. Radiographs indicated a pneumothorax. ER veterinarian was concerned with the placement of the feeding tube as it appeared to be in the thorax and outside of the esophagus. ER veterinarian conducted a contrast study and confirmed the incorrect placement. Owner agreed to euthanasia to prevent further suffering. Necropsy results showed the feeding tube coursed under the esophagus (not entering into the esophagus), through the mediastinum to cross to the right side and proceeded to enter the thoracic cavity. ER veterinarian's professional opinion was that the improper placement of the feeding tube was a contributing cause of the death of the cat and that the feeding tube placement could have been confirmed with a radiograph. | Informal Reprimand; $1531.46 Restitution. |
| Ervin, Lu Ann | 5474 | Waco | 2011-78 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on November 3, 2010. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Foland, Jeffrey | 7693 | Weatherford | 2012-06 | 10/18/2011 | Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed Employees | Respondent performed surgery on an equine to treat an OCD lesion of the tarsocrural joint and allowed a veterinarian from another state to assist in the surgery who was not licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Texas. | Informal Reprimand |
| French, Ashley | 11120 | Dallas | 2011-55 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on November 5, 2010. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time, until October 7, 2010 when she became aware that her registration was no longer valid. | $500 admin. penalty |
|
Gallegos, Erik-DECEASED Erik Gallegos DVM |
10057 | San Antonio | 2010-92 | 03/29/2011 | Violation of Board Order | After signing Agreed Order 2008-40, Respondent was arrested for driving while intoxicated while on his original court-ordered deferred adjudication from 2008. Respondent agreed to be sanctioned to an in-house drug treatment run by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice as well as probation and drug testing. Respondent signed a five-year contract with the board's Peer Assistance Program which included random drug testing. The order was pending approval by the board when Respondent tested positive for propoxyphene (Darvocet). Respondent was not compliant with Peer Assistance Program. Respondent agreed to voluntarily surrender his license and not seek reinstatement by the board for five years from the date of this order. |
of license. |
| Garcia,
Martin - DECEASED Martin Garcia DVM |
2120 | Raymond ville | 2011-70 | 06/28/2011 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping; Use of Prescription Drugs | Respondent failed to maintain suitable controlled substance logs by not maintaining the required data for controlled substances in multiple years. Respondent ordered and dispensed twelve (12) vials of Ketaset, a controlled substance, to the City of Raymondville for the use of their animal control department for an extended period in 2008 without first establishing a veterinary-client-patient relationship. In lieu of disciplinary action, Respondent was given the choice to voluntary surrender his veterinary license and not renew it. He did not renew his license in 2012 and does not show up on the TBVME site license lookup page. | Informal
Reprimand;
$2,500 admin. penalty; 3 additional hours CE in record
keeping. In lieu of disciplinary action, Respondent was given the choice to voluntary surrender his veterinary license and not renew it. He did not renew his license in 2012 and does not show up on the TBVME site license lookup page. |
| Garrett, Larry | 10920 | Keller | 2011-52 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March
31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on October 8, 2010.
Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| Germann, Byron | 8332 | Houston | 2011-81 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March
31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on November 23, 2010.
Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| Gieb, James | 2897 | Springtown | 2011-63 | 06/28/2011 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Record Keeping | Failure
to
follow up or continue in his treatment of Annie the dog. Failure
to document details necessary to substantiate the examination,
diagnosis, or treatment provided. Annie died. |
Formal Reprimand; $174.00 restitution; add'l 3 hrs CE in record keeping |
| Goebel, Justin | 9757 | Colorado City | 2011-33 | 03/29/2011 | DPS / DEA Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on March 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 17, 2010. Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration with the DPS during this time and that he dispensed controlled substances after the March 31, 2010 expiration of his registration. He received previous disciplinary action (Agreed Order 2006-04) for prescribing and dispensing controlled substances without a DPS registration between June 1, 2004 and September 9, 2005. | $1000 Admin Penalty |
| Gregg, Llelwyn | 3577 | Commerce | 2011-68 | 06/28/2011 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent performed spay procedure on Brandi the dog. Next day dog experienced difficult breathing became unresponsive and died. Necropsy was done by second opinion veterinarian and found the dog's abdominal cavity to be full of blood and blood clots. Second opinion noted the cause of death was exsanguination due to inadequate ligation of the right ovarian pedicle and uterine stump. | Formal Reprimand; $85.00 restitution; add'l 3 hrs CE in soft tissue surgery. |
|
Hare, Marvin W. |
3087 | Austin | 2010-83 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April 30, 2009. DPS has not issued a new controlled substances registration. Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration with the DPS during this period and that he dispensed controlled substances to animals after the April 30, 2009 expiration of his registration. According to the respondent, he did not purchase or utilize any narcotics; however, he did and still does prescribe narcotics during his relief practice. | $1000 Admin. Penalty |
|
Henthorne, Michelle |
8787 | McLean VA | 2011-56 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on November 23, 2010. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances from August 2010 until November 2010. She did not practice veterinary medicine from late April 2010 until August 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Hill, Lori | 7526 | Denton | 2011-36 | 03/29/2011 | Standard of Care | Respondent removed abdominal tumor on Kayla the dog. Respondent was repeatedly unavailable to speak with client and did not return client's repeated telephone calls regarding dog's bleeding from incision site. Kayla died. | Informal Reprimand |
| Holt, Timothy Ray | 7095 | Terrell | 2011-49 | 03/29/2011 | Other | Respondent violated federal law 9 CRF, part 161.3. | Formal Reprimand; $1000 admin. penalty; add'l 3 hrs CE in recordkeeping |
| Isomoto, William | 7008 | Elmont NY | 2011-26 | 06/28/2011 | Adherence to the Law | Respondent had disciplinary action taken against him by the state of New York in 2010 for practicing veterinary medicine with gross negligence by allowing persons under his supervision to perform approximately 50 Equine Infectious Anemia tests, which Respondent had signed as veterinarian and filed with the New York State Department of Agriculture. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year stayed suspension w/ probation |
| Jackson, Debra | 6146 | Tomball | 2011-82 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on April
30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on March 15, 2011.
Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| Jarmon, Lloyd | 4251 | Houston | 2011-66 | 10/18/2011 | Professional Standard of Humane Treatment; Patient Record Keeping | Failure
to
use appropriate euthanasia solution for Spice the horse, and
failure to identify actual death of the equine prior to leaving
the animal unattended. Spice was left alive overnight after
being declared "dead" by Respondent and was found the next
morning standing with back legs covered in blood. Respondent
again injected Spice many more times over the course of the
morning, never recording the name of the drugs used to finally
euthanize Spice, who was declared dead after rigor set in.
Patient records fail to identify names, dosages, concentration,
and routes of administration of each drug administered, as well
as failing to identify other details necessary to substantiate
the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided. Respondent
also failed to maintain accurate controlled substance records
reflecting the names, dosage and usage of the controlled
substances used on Spice. |
Formal Reprimand; $200 Restitution; Complete add'l CE - 5 hours in equine anesthesia, 3 hours in record keeping |
| Maltby, Marilyn | 6473 | Austin | 2011-75 | 10/18/2011 | Violation of Board Order | While
on
a two-year contract with the board's Peer Assistance Program as
a result of prior board order Docket No. 2010-11, Respondent
tested positive for Tramadol without a valid prescription. |
Formal Reprimand; Add'l 5 years in Peer Assistance; 1 year suspension - all but 30 days stayed. |
| Mangum, Ronald | 3606 | Nixon | 2012-02 | 10/18/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent
did
not obtain the required 17 hours of continuing education for
calendar year 2010 |
Add'l 17 hours CE |
| Marsh, Charles | 2939 | Devine | 2012-01 | 10/18/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent
did
not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar
year 2010; he could not show proof for 12.5 hours |
$500 Admin. Penalty.Add'l 12.5 hours CE |
| McCreary, Karri | 10980 | College Station | 2011-45 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on January 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on August 27, 2010. Respondent admitted that she did not have current registration with the DPS during this time and that she dispensed controlled substances to animals after the January 31, 2010 expiration of her registration. | $500 Admin. Penalty. |
| Mercer, Melanie | 9738 | Wills Point | 2011-79 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 7, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 Admin. Penalty. |
| Meyer, Jay | 8248 | Round Rock | 2011-16 | 06/28/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar years 2007 and 2008 | $1000 Admin. Penalty; 17 add'l hours of CE. |
| Meyer, Jay | 8248 | Round Rock | 2011-60 | 03/29/2011 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Failed
to
maintain suitable controlled substance logs by not maintaining
the required data for controlled substances in multiple years. |
Formal Reprimand. |
| Meyer, Jay | 8248 | Round Rock | 2011-62 | 06/28/2011 | Violation of Board Order | Respondent was ordered by Board Order 2011-01 into a Peer Assistance Contract, including random drug testing, as well as to abstain from controlled substance consumption. On October 25, 2010, he tested positive for tramadol. The Board’s Enforcement Committee met on December 14, 2010 and invited Respondent to appear. A December 24, 2010 Automatic Suspension Order determined that he failed to cooperate with the Board by testing positive in violation of Board Order 2011-01. The Board’s Enforcement Committee met again on March 28, 2011 to consider additional information provided by Respondent, including an affidavit setting forth the scenario by which he ingested tramadol in October 2010. The Board’s Enforcement Committee considered that there were no positive tests since the October 25, 2010 and Respondent has been compliant with routine drug testing and psychiatrist visits since. | 5 yr Peer Assistance Contract; 1 year Stayed Suspension w/ Probation. |
| Mohr, Ronnie | 3291 | Seagoville | 2011-80 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on February 24, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Mountain, Brian | 10828 | Dallas | 2011-89 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on February 2, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Munger, Scott | 8173 | Bonham | 2011-53 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS.
Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on June
30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on February 23, 2011.
Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and
prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. |
$500 admin. penalty |
| Nollman, Jennifer | 11224 | San Antonio | 2011-88 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on July 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on May 5, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Norman, Watt | 2948 | Malakoff | 2009-59 | 06/28/2011 | Supervision of Non-licensed Employees; Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed Employees; Rabies Control; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | From February 19, 2007 through September 15, 2007, Respondent was out of town on several occasions during which a non-licensed technician provided veterinary services at his clinic. One hundred and forty-two (142) patients are documented as having received examinations, dispensing of prescription medications, vaccinations (including rabies and issuance of certificates), health documents, diagnosis, and treatments, and other veterinary medical services without veterinarian supervision. Respondent received compensation for these services rendered by his technician. | Formal Reprimand; $1,500 admin. penalty; |
| Page, Bernie | 3355 | El Paso | 2011-91 | 10/18/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent did not obtain all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2010; he lacked 2.25 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 2.25 hrs CE |
| Pavlov, Michael | 6853 | San Antonio | 2011-73 | 10/18/2011 | Patient Record Keeping; Duty of Licensee to Refer a Case | Failure to note in the records dog's temperature or thin body condition; administered annual vaccines. After radiographs revealed a mass which Respondent diagnosed as advanced cancer of the dorsal thorax, Respondent failed to note in the records referral to emergency clinic for further treatment and failed to note the response of the client. | Informal Reprimand; 3 add'l hours CE in record keeping |
| Reicher, Carl | 9927 | Leander | 2011-86 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on April 7, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Ricks, David | 9703 | Stephenville | 2011-27 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2009. DPS issued a new certification on November 8, 2010. Respondent admitted that, during this period, he did not have current registration and that he dispensed controlled substances to animals. There were mitigating circumstances related to mail arrival at DPS just past the deadline for cancellation of his registration. | $450 admin. penalty |
| Roark, Rachel | 8726 | Dallas | 2011-87 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on May 4, 2011. Respondent admitted that she administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Rohde, Norris | 2550 | Carmine | 2011-58 | 06/28/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required continuing education for calendar year 2007 and 2009; he lacked 14 and 10 hours, respectively | $1,000 admin. penalty; Add'l 24 hours of CE. |
| Sancho, Victor | 5133 | Sulphur Springs | 2011-42 | 03/29/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2008 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE. |
| Schall, Jeffrey | 8608 | Abilene | 2011-37 | 03/29/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2007 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE. |
| Schall, Jeffrey | 8608 | Abilene | 2011-39 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent
could
not show proof of current registration with the DPS. DPS issued
a new certification on September 14, 2010. Respondent admitted
that he dispensed controlled substances to animals without a
valid registration between July 2008 and September 14, 2010. |
$1,000 admin. penalty |
| Shedd, Bryan | 9614 | San Antonio | 2011-83 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on September 30, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 22, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Spiegel, Aaron | 10456 | Nederland | 2011-31 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on September 30, 2009. DPS issued a new certification on March 31, 2010. Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Stephens, Kay | 4777 | Normangee | 2011-41 | 03/29/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent
could
not show proof of all of the required continuing education for
calendar year 2008; she lacked 3 hours |
$500 admin. penalty; Add'l 3 hours of CE. |
| Stribling, Douglas | 6877 | La Grange | 2011-72 | 10/18/2011 | Observance of Confidentiality | Respondent violated confidential relationship with client by disclosing to client's neighbor diagnosis of the cause of client's dog's injuries. Respondent disclosed information concerning the care of client's animal without authorization from client or on receipt of a court order or subpoena. | Informal Reprimand |
| Stubblefield, Kenneth | 9931 | Little Elm | 2011-29 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on September 30, 2009. DPS issued a new certification on June 23, 2010. Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Tanner, Marty | 7135 | Elgin | 2011-57 | 06/28/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year 2008 | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 17 hours of CE. |
| Tiller, Robert | 4002 | Waskom | 2011-69 | 06/28/2011 | Patient Record Keeping; Professional Standard of Humane Treatment | Respondent performed a Caesarian on dog. Necropsy was performed by second opinion who found a uterine leak through the Caesarian incision in the uterus. Failed to state in the patient records the names, dosages, concentration and routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed, and failed to provide other details necessary to substantiate the treatment provided and/or surgical procedure performed. | Formal Reprimand; 3 hrs CE in record keeping; 3 hrs CE in soft tissue surgery; 3 hrs CE in emergency medicine. |
| Urrea, Luis | 7704 | Houston | 2012-05 | 10/18/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 31, 2010. DPS issued a new certification on June 16, 2011. Respondent admitted that he administered, dispensed, and prescribed controlled substances during that period of time. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Uselton, Robert | 6534 | Whitesboro | 2011-43 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 31, 2009. DPS issued a new certification on September 28, 2010. Respondent admitted that he did not have current registration during that period of time and that he dispensed controlled substances to animals after the October 31, 2009 expiration of his registration. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Vardeman, Alfred | 6535 | Colorado City | 2011-47 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to have actual knowledge that two employee veterinarians were currently registered with the Texas Department of Public Safety before granting them permission to operate under Respondent's DEA controlled substance registration. | $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Vardeman, Alfred | 6535 | Colorado City | 2011-48 | 03/29/2011 | Controlled Substances Record Keeping | Failed to maintain suitable controlled substance logs by not maintaining the required data for controlled substances in multiple years, including current balances on hand. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty; 3 hrs add'l CE. |
| Vlok, Ika | . | Colorado City | 2011-32 | 03/29/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on May 25, 2009. DPS issued a new certification on July 1, 2010. Respondent admitted that, during this time, she did not have current registration and she dispensed controlled substances to animals. | $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Vogt, Michael | 5686 | Boyd | 2011-51 | 06/28/2011 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent’s controlled substance registration expired on October 31, 2009. DPS has still not issued a new certification. | $1,000 admin. penalty |
| Wood, John | 6544 | Lufkin | 2011-40 | 03/29/2011 | Continuing Education | Respondent could not show proof of all of the required continuing education for calendar year 2007; he lacked 14 hours | $500 admin. penalty; Add'l 14 hours of CE. |
| Young, Paul | 3177 | Houston | 2011-92 | 10/18/2011 | Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed Employees | Respondent employed a veterinarian at his practice who did not hold an active license to practice veterinary medicine from March 1, 2009 to February 1, 2011. | Informal Reprimand; $500 Admin. Penalty |
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2010
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Ahumada, Jaime M. | 5435 | Dallas | 2010-66 | 06/28/2010 | Standard of Care | Performed crown amputations instead of extractions for infected teeth on an 8-year-old cat, where no diagnostic xrays were performed, leaving amputated roots in cat's mouth. Cat passed away during recovery after corrective surgery performed by second vet. | Informal Reprimand |
| Airhart, Jim | 2385 | Mesquite | 2009-82 | 06/28/2010 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform an adult heartworm (occult) test on 3-year-old dog, considering his symptoms and medical history. Failure to perform an occult test led to the possible misdiagnosis of heartworms. Second vet performed an occult snap test which confirmed that the dog was indeed infected with heartworms. Dog began treatment with second vet and is now heartworm negative. | Informal Reprimand |
| Airhart, Jim | 2385 | Mesquite | 2010-71 | 06/28/2010 | Standard of Care | Violated standard of care rules regarding the treatment of seizures with Acepromazine. | Formal Reprimand, add'l 6 hrs CE |
| Anderson, Andra | 5437 | Frisco | 2010-53 | 06/28/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of registration with the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) . Respondent's controlled substance registration expired on January 31, 2008. | Formal Reprimand, $1,500 Admin. penalty |
| Ball, Robert L. | 4907 | San Antonio | 2010-59 | 06/28/2010 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to have actual knowledge that an employee veterinarian was currently registered with the Texas DPS before granting veterinarian permission to operate under respondent's Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) controlled substance registration. Employee veterinarian was without a DPS registration for over four years – from May 2005 to August 2009. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Bickers, R. Jay | 6777 | Stephenville | 2010-39 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Blevins, W. Christopher | 10074 | San Antonio | 2010-55 | 06/28/2010 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of registration with the DPS. According to the DPS, respondent has not been licensed since he was licensed in Texas as a veterinarian in May 2005. DPS granted a controlled substances registration in August 2009. | $2,000 admin. penalty |
| Boeckman, Randal L. | 5965 | Hereford | 2010-28 | 03/22/2010 | Other - Failure to Report Felony Arrests | Failed to notify the Board of his arrests for felonies on July 29, 2005 and December 15, 2006. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Boeving, Susan C. | 7315 | Keller | 2010-52 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Investigation was opened regarding diversion of controlled substances for self-medication. Respondent surrendered her DEA controlled substances registration. Respondent voluntarily entered into a five-year contract with the Texas Veterinary Peer Assistance Program. | Formal Reprimand; 5 yr probated suspension |
| Bonner, Tom | 8733 | Buffalo | 2011-19 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | .Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS, which expired on January 31, 2010. Respondent admitted that he dispensed controlled substances to animals after this date, but stopped dispensing after August 27, 2010, the date he was notified of the Board investigation. | $500 Admin. penalty |
| Bottesini, Alessandra | 8073 | Magnolia | 2010-98 | 09/10/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calender year 2009. | Add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Brooks, James | 3725 | Junction | 2010-29 | 03/22/2010 | Record Keeping | Records are for multiple animals on one record, records do not reflect multiple visits, and do not state the names, dosages, concentration, or routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered, and/or dispensed. | Informal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hrs. CE in Record keeping |
| Brown, Patricia A. | 9267 | Magnolia | 2010-40 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $1,000 Admin. penalty |
| Brown, Raymond L. | 2589 | Burkburnett | 2010-33 | 03/22/2010 | Standard of Care | Respondent's inadequate declawing of cat left remnants of the P-3 on all ten digits of the front feet. Inadequate declawing required additional surgery to complete the declawing of cat. | Informal reprimand; Admin. penalty $500; Restitution $65 |
| Bryant, Larry K. | 9023 | Huffman | 2010-38 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. penalty |
| Bywaters, Sally | 6560 | Rockfort | 2011-20 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Cagle, Eric | 10990 | Houston | 2011-17 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS, which expired on February 28, 2010. DPS issued a new controlled substances registration on October 12, 2010. Respondent admitted he dispensed controlled substances to animals after the expiration date of his controlled substances registration. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Carlo, Enrique | 10622 | Birmingham AL | 2011-18 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS, which expired on February 28, 2010. Respondent practiced in Texas for one day, September 2, 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Claxton, Rodger | 10323 | Albuquerque NM | 578-10 -3701 |
09/10/2010 | Continuing Education | Failed to report sufficient number of continuing education (CE) hours during the reporting period. Respondent or his representative did not appear during administrative hearing. | $1,000
Admin.
penalty; Add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Daniels, Randal K. | 5172 | Carrollton | 2010-50 | 03/22/2010 | Substance Abuse | Investigation was opened by the Board regarding the diversion of controlled substances for self-medication. Respondent surrendered his DEA controlled substances registration. The Texas DPS revoked his controlled substances registration due to his voluntary surrender of his DEA registration. Respondent has failed to fully comply with the Board's Peer Assistance Program. | Formal reprimand, Enter Peer Assistance Program for 5 years or place license in inactive status |
| Davis, Katherine | 8206 | Plano | 2010-56 | 06/28/2010 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. Registration expired on February 28, 2009. DPS renewed it in August 2009. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Doak, Joseph B. | 1204 | Dallas | 2010-86 | 09/10/10 | Practicing Vet Med with Inactive License | Practiced unknowingly with an inactive license. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Dodd, Michael J. | 5719 | Atlanta | 2010-77 | 09/10/10 | Misuse
of
DPS/DEA Registration; Substance Abuse |
Admitted to DEA agents that he did not have any records pertaining to hydrocodone he had purchased, and admitted that he had a hydrocodone addiction. Voluntarily surrendered his DEA and Texas DPS controlled substances registration to the agents along with all controlled substances in his possession. | Formal Reprimand, 5 yr stayed suspension, Enroll in Peer Assistance Program, Do not apply for DPS/DEA registration for 1 yr |
| Dodd, Michael J. | 5719 | Atlanta | 2011-06 | 12/13/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for thirteen (13) hours during calendar year 2007, twelve (12) hours during calendar year 2008, and five (5) hours in calendar year 2009. | $1500 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| Eikenhorst, William | 4514 | Brenham | 2010-100 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year 2007. | $500 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| Epstein, Cassie | 10689 | Denton | 2010-82 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Forgason, Richard | 2188 | Hungerford | 2011-21 | 12/13/10 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for six and
one-half (6.5) hours as he was required to have for calendar
year 2007. |
$500 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 6.5 hrs CE |
| Giannopoulos, Efthia | 8455 | Dallas | 2010-16 | 03/22/2010 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for ten (10)
hours as she was required to have for calendar year 2008. |
$500 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 10 hrs CE |
| Grand-Bergen, Teleah | 7912 | McKinney | 2010-69 | 09/10/10 | Standard of care | Failure to timely attend to complications from the cystocentesis of 7-year-old male cat, who later died. | Formal Reprimand |
| Grant, Mary Jane | 8128 | El Paso | 2010-76 | 06/28/2010 | Narcotic/ Script | Admitted diversion of controlled substances for self-medication to the DEA. From April 2008 to October 2009, respondent called in numerous prescriptions of Hydrocodone to pharmacies under her own pet's names and various other patient names. Respondent entered and completed 92 days of inpatient treatment at Sante Center for Healing, and signed a 5-year contract with the Board's Peer Assistance Program. | Formal Reprimand, 5 yr stayed suspension, Enroll in Peer Assistance Program, Do not apply for DPS/DEA registration for 1 yr |
| Gwin, Adrienne | 10495 | West Lake Hills | 2010-84 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for eight (8) hours during calendar year 2009. | $500 Admin. Penalty; Add'l 8 hrs CE |
| Haffey, Molly | 9718 | Houston | 2010-89 | 09/10/10 | Standard of care | Failure to surgically remove all of the ovaries during a spay procedure on puppy. | Informal Reprimand; |
| Haugland, Larry | 6010 | The Woodlands | 2010-102 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Haydel, Elton | 6907 | Lake Jackson | 2010-104 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Hays, James T. (III) | 5741 | Elgin | 2010-72 | 06/28/2010 | Other | Failed to notify the Board for his arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on January 8, 2010. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Hendrix, Douglas | 8137 | Sugarland | 2010-101 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Herndon, Kim | 7754 | Bastrop | 2011-04 | 12/13/2010 | Standard of Care | Miscommunication between respondent and client regarding treatment for glaucoma in dog. Client was advised by respondent that dog's eye pressure was based on reading taken from the prosthetic eye and was advised to follow a treatment plan. | Informal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hrs of CE |
| Hill, George | 5189 | Floresville | 2010-32 | 03/22/2010 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Respondent's use of dosage and frequency of medications and combinations of drugs without IV fluids in treatment of dog with suspected snakebite. Medical records did not have sufficient details to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided, including a lack of temperatures taken, except for one time, a lack of description and placement of the swelling as well as the condition of the mucus membranes. | Informal Reprimand; Add'l 3 hrs of CE |
| Hilley, Harvey | 3765 | Fort Hancock | 2011-10 | 12/13/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year during calendar year 2007 and seventeen (17) hours in calendar year 2008. | Admin. penalty $1000; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| Honeycutt, Lori | 6800 | Dickinson | 2010-81 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Hull, Steven | 8355 | Grand Prairie | 2010-36 | 03/22/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for sixteen (16) hours during calendar year 2008. | Admin. penalty $500; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| James, Anne | 6649 | San Antonio | 2010-99 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for six (6) hours during calendar year 2009. | Admin. penalty $500; Add'l 6 hrs CE |
| Jefferson, Ellen | 8275 | Austin | 2010-97 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for fourteen (14) hours during calendar year 2009. | Admin. penalty $500; Add'l 14 hrs CE |
| Kaaz, James | 7539 | Montgomery | 2010-108 | 09/10/10 | Student Loan Default | Defaulted on student loan | $500 admin. penalty |
| Kidd, George T | 2530 | San Saba | 2011-12 | 12/13/2010 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain suitable controlled substance logs by not maintaining the required data on the following controlled substances: Ketamine and Equipoise. | $500 admin. penalty; Formal reprimand |
| Killian, John S. | Stratford | 2011-13 | 12/13/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for two (2) hours during calendar year 2008 and seven (7) hours in calendar year 2009. | Admin. penalty $500; Add'l 7 hrs CE | |
| Kottenstette, John P. | 8150 | Murrieta, CA | 2010-10 | 03/22/2010 | Other | Investigation opened by the Board based upon clients seeking their medical records. Clients advised the Board that the Respondent was no longer practicing at the practice address on file with the Board. The Board sent a letter to the Respondent's home address, and another letter to the practice address listed with the California Veterinary Medical Board. Respondent has provided no response to either request. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Lewis, Robert D. | 4038 | Elgin | 2010-30 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to have actual knowledge that four of the licensed veterinarians who were his employees were currently registered with the Texas DPS before granting those licensees permission to operate under Dr. Lewis' Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Ludwig, Christine | 6469 | Plano | 2010-48 | 03/22/2010 | Other | Failed to notify the Board of her arrest for a felony relating to the practice of veterinary medicine in 1997, 2007, 2008. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Manning, John | 7772 | Marble Falls | 2010-65 | 12/13/2010 | Substance Abuse, Failure to report Arrest | Failure to report arrest for criminal activity in conjunction with possession of controlled substances. Respondent admitted he did not complete any of the seventeen (17) hours of continuing education in 2009. | Formal Reprimand, Random drug screening, Enroll in Peer Assistance Program, 5 yr Stayed Suspension - Probated, Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| McGee, Diane | 6195 | Southlake | 2010-107 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| McHalffey, John C. | 4162 | El Paso | 2010-85 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year 2009. | Admin. penalty $500; Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| Meyer, Jay | 8248 | Round Rock | 2011-01 | 09/10/10 | Violation of Board Order | Board
order
2010-051 ordered Respondent to begin drug testing at least two
times a week within 48 hours of the February 17, 2010 informal
settlement conference. Respondent never began testing, other
than being tested at the focal evaluation in February. Until the
afternoon following the informal settlement conference,
Respondent was not drug tested. On August 4, 2010, Dr. Herbert
"Butch" Munden sent a letter notifying the board that Respondent
never began random drug testing through the Peer Assistance
Program and was out of compliance with the Peer Assistance
contract. |
Formal
Reprimand,
See Treating Psychiatrist once a month, Enter 5 year peer
assistance contract, Submit to alcohol / drug screenings at
board request, One year suspension (14 days active),
$1,000 admin. penalty, + other |
| Meyer, Jay K. | 8248 | Round Rock | 2010-51 | 06/28/2010 | Narcotic/ Script | Diversion of controlled substances for self-medication. According to pharmacy records, Animal Care Clinic had obtained 1,458 aspirin (325 mg)/Codeine (30 mg) during the period from March 12, 2008 to October 8, 2009. The controlled substances log for the clinic accounts for less than 200 tablets. | Formal Reprimand, Random drug screening, Enroll in Peer Assistance Program |
| Mikkelsen, Betsy | 10508 | Ashburn VA | 2010-80 | 09/10/10 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Miles, Randal | 4565 | Goldthwaite | 2010-96 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year 2009. | Add'l 17 hrs CE |
| Miller, Larry | 2786 | Taylor | 2011-07 | 12/13/2010 | Advertising | Placed an advertisement for veterinary services that contained a misleading statement. | Informal Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Montalbano, John G. | 11256 | Harlingen | 2010-60 | 06/28/2010 | Other | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on January 17, 2009. | $500 admin. penalty |
| Moran, Michael | 4569 | Woodville | 2010-95 | 09/10/10 | Standard of care | Respondent admitted he struck a four-month old puppy during an examination after being bit. | Formal Reprimand |
| Murphy, Matthew | 8390 | Dallas | 2010-93 | 09/10/10 | Other | Respondent failed to properly supervise non-licensed veterinary technicians and is responsible for the mislabeling of medications from his clinic, resulting in permanent kidney damage to 9-month-old cat. | Informal Reprimand, Restitution $194.77 |
|
Murphy, Todd also see order from SOAH |
7782 | Round Rock | 578-10 -5350 |
12/13/2010 | Standard of Care |
Respondent
failed
to meet appropriate standard of care for Toby, a 13 year old
male dog, by failing to communicate with client for over a month
regarding a blood test while Toby continued to suffer seizures
under respondent's care. Respondent failed to provide
appropriate standard of care to GoGo, a one year old male cat,
by conducting a perineal urethrostomy incorrectly, by not
responding to phone calls from the client, and from other
veterinarians treating GoGo, and by failing to diagnose GoGo's
infected, strictured, and scarred urethra, as well as GoGo's
need for a second perineal urethrostomy. Respondent's
post-operative treatment of Levi, a one year old male dog, did
not meet appropriate standard of care because respondent failed
to take radiographs when appropriate, failed to communicate with
the clients, and failed to diagnose Levi's infection and injury.
Respondent's failure to diagnose Daisy, a ten year old female
dog, with pneumonia, and respondent's post-operative treatment
of Daisy do not represent the appropriate standard of care. The
incidents described above show a pattern of acts that indicate
consistent malpractice, negligence and incompetence in the
practice of veterinary medicine. |
|
| Murphy, Vance W. | 3677 | Houston | 2010-43 | 03/22/2010 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Respondent's medical records regarding dog did not have sufficient details to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided, including a lack of diagnosis of laryngeal paralysis, no notations of referral, and no notations regarding the dog's breathing after the initial assessment. | Informal Reprimand, Add'l 6 hrs of CE |
| Neaderhouser, Sarah E. | 8587 | Magnolia | 2010-105 | 09/10/10 | DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Owensby-Coston, Janice | 8664 | Dalhart | 2010-106 | 12/13/2010 | DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Paduch, Brenda | 8068 | Midlothian | 2011-05 | 12/13/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for two (2) hours during calendar year 2009. | $500 Admin Penalty; Add'l 2 hrs CE |
| Parker, Gary | 4359 | Lufkin | 2010-31 | 03/22/2010 | Violation of Board Order | Failure to fully comply with Board Order 2009-83. |
of license for 5 years |
| Perret-Gentil. Marcel | 10040 | San Antonio | 2010-103 | 09/10/10 | DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Resell, Warren G. | 4261 | Humble | 2010-54 | 06/28/2010 | DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the DPS. According to the DPS, controlled substance registration expired on August 31, 2008. This was in violation of Board order 2008-35, where respondent was required to maintain his DPS registration. | Formal Reprimand, $500 admin. penalty |
| Robins, Lauren | Flower Mound | 2011-08 | 12/13/2010 | DPS/DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty | |
| Rogers, Ricky C. | 4182 | Corsicana | 2007-22 | 12/13/2010 | Violation
of
Board Order; Compounding Drugs |
Violation of Board order/negotiated settlements. Incomplete labeling of compounded drugs dispensed. | Formal Reprimand; 2 year suspension, all but 14 days probated; $10,000 Admin. penalty |
| Rosebrock, Robert | 4582 | Buda | 2011-02 | 12/13/2010 | Other; Continuing Education | Violation of Section 801.402(3) of the Veterinary Licensing Act, Texas Occupations Code, which states that a licensee is subject of disciplinary action for being chronically or habitually intoxicated, chemically dependent, or addicted to drugs. Respondent admitted he did not complete any of the required seventeen (17) hours of continuing education in 2009. | Formal Reprimand; 5 yr stayed suspension; Enter 5 yr peer assistance; add'l 17 hrs of CE |
| Sandell, Kelly B. | 7236 | Cedar Park | 2010-49 | 03/22/2010 | Substance Abuse, Misuse of DEA Registration | Respondent admitted to improprieties regarding her DEA registration. Admitted to issuing prescriptions for her own personal use under the name of her personal dog. | Enter Peer assistance for 5 years |
| Schultze, Aaron L. | 8413 | Holland | 2010-47 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Shelton, L. Denmon | 11073 | Dripping Springs | 2010-94 | 09/10/10 | Standard of care | Errors made in treatment of 1 ½ year old dog, resulting in a possible shortened lifespan | Formal Reprimand |
| Smith, Diann | 8225 | Richardson | 2010-41 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | Admin. Penalty $1000 |
| Smith, Marlena | 9789 | Mineral Wells | 2011-09 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Snyder, David | 5560 | Terrell | 2010-88 | 09/10/10 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Failure to perform histiopath on a removed tumor, improper use of Dexamethasone, improper surgical technique in removal of the tumor, use of NSAIDs in conjunction with steroids for an extended period of time, insufficient pain control, placement of 6 ½ year old dog in a horse stall in wood shavings with an infected surgical site. Respondent's patient records do not meet the Board's requirements. | Formal Reprimand; Add'l 9 hrs. CE; Restitution - $2120.00 |
| Steele-West, Lori | 10348 | Alvin | 2010-90 | 09/10/10 | Standard of care | Failure to surgically remove all of the ovaries during a spay procedure on 13-month-old cat. | Informal Reprimand, Restitution - $268.77 |
| Stott-Reynolds, Tamila | 11086 | Columbia MO | 2011-25 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the DPS. Respondent was
practicing medicine in Texas without a current DPS controlled
substance registration from February 15, 2010 to September 14,
2010. She admitted she did not have current registration during
this period. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Stribling, Douglas | 6877 | La Grange | 2011-22 | 12/13/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for eight hours during calendar year 2008 and thirteen hours in calendar year 2009. | $1000 Admin Penalty; Add'l 21 hrs. CE |
| Stucky, Lynn | 5268 | Sanger | 2011-14 | 12/13/2010 | Use of Prescription Drugs / Unprofessional Conduct | Without first establishing a veterinary-client-patient relationship, Respondent sold and dispensed Comfortis and other dangerous drugs to a groomer on at least ten occasions from September 9, 2008 until July 2010. Records obtained from Respondent also included fifteen forms filled out at the groomer's to document the sale of Comfortis to the groomer's clients. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 Admin Penalty; 1 year stayed suspension |
| Thompson, D'Lynn A. | 7131 | San Antonio | 2011-11 | 12/13/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Tiemann, James | 2454 | La Grange | 2011-23 | 12/13/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for four hours for calendar year 2008 and six hours for calendar year 2009. | $1000 Admin Penalty; Add'l 10 hrs. CE |
|
Tucker, Stephen Stephen Tucker DVM |
11877 | Houston | 2010-61 | 03/22/2010 | Agreed Licensure Order | Applicant attained a veterinary license in Virginia in 1977 and in Arizona in 1979. He practiced in Arizona for 15 years. During that time he violated several statutes, including but not limited to substance abuse. He was placed on probation and violated the terms of both probation and an amended order, leading his Arizona license to be revoked in May of 1994. Applicant admits to his alcoholism, his attempts at sobriety, and various forms of rehabilitation. In 2006, he was hospitalized and states that he has been sober since. He has been working as a veterinary technician since February 2009 but desires to return to the practice of veterinary medicine. | 5 yr contract with peer assistance |
| Ulteig, Gregor | 6725 | Plano | 2009-80 | 03/22/2010 | Standard of care | Respondent confused two cats in his care and erroneously amputated one cat's healthy, right hind leg, causing cat undue pain and suffering. | Formal Reprimand |
| Vardeman, Alfred | 6535 | Colorado City | 2010-91 | 09/10/10 | Supervision of Non Licensed Employees | Failed to properly supervise his non-licensed staff in the receipt of animal remains, the procedure for the handling the testing of an animal with rabies, and the proper and timely shipping of animal remains for rabies testing. | Formal Reprimand |
| Webb, Jennifer | 8429 | Lake Charles, LA | 2010-58 | 09/10/10 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year 2008. | $500 Admin Penalty; Add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Wendt, Dennis A. | 4008 | Houston | 2010-42 | 03/22/2010 | Other | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest for a felony relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on September 28, 2005. | $500 Admin. penalty |
| Wendt, Dennis A. | 4008 | Houston | 2010-74 | 06/28/2010 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for thirteen (13) hours during calendar year 2006, and eleven (11) hours during calendar year 2007. | $1,000 admin. penalty, Add'l 24 hrs CE |
| Wendt, Dennis A. | 4008 | Houston | 2010-87 | 09/10/10 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Respondent's patient records do not meet the Board's requirements, including no notation of diagnosis in conjunction with administration of Dexamethasone to one year, 11-month-old dog. | Formal Reprimand; Add'l 9 hrs. CE |
| Wolf, Janice | 3331 | Amarillo | 2010-46 | 03/22/2010 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Failure to perform monitoring bloodwork and the monitoring of electrolytes while prescribing Percorten-V in the treatment of dog. Medical records were disorganized, confused, and lacking in detail. These details and organization were necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis and treatment provided, and were not present. | Formal Reprimand; Restitution $1252.29; Admin. Penalty $500; 6 hours CE |
| Wyatt, Ladona | 10791 | Mansfield | 2010-25 | 03/22/2010 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Yarbrough, William | 5226 | Amarillo | 2011-03 | 12/13/2010 | Standard of Care | Improper post-operative treatment of 10-year-old dog including administration of aminoglycoside in a dehydrated geriatric patient. Dog was later euthanized as a result. | Informal Reprimand, Restitution of $355.00, Add'l 9 hrs of CE |
| Zarges, Sidney | 1964 | El Paso | 2008-37 | 12/13/2010 | Violation of Board Order | Violation of Board order/negotiated settlements in conjunction with application for a Texas DPS license with a known felony conviction when respondent had previously agreed not to apply for DPS license. |
of license |
| Zbylot, Stanley | 3178 | Tomball | 2010-73 | 06/28/2010 | Other | Failed to renew his license and continued to practice veterinary medicine for 8 months with an expired license. | $500 admin. penalty |
| 2009
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Adkins, Jess O. | 3046 | Fairfield | 2009-81 | 10/26/2009 | Record Keeping | Failed to keep required patient records. Records did not include details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided, and/or dispensed to the patient. | Informal Reprimand |
| Akin, Joel B. | 6921 | Dallas | 2009-14 | 2/12/2009 | Continuing Education | Had
not
obtained the required continuing education (CE) hours (17)
during calendar year 2007. |
Formal Reprimand, obtain 17 add'l hours of CE. |
| Akin, Joel B. | 6921 | Dallas | 2009-21 | 2/12/2009 | Practicing Vet Med with Expired License | Practiced
veterinary
medicine with an expired license. |
Formal Reprimand, |
| Alexander, Marcus R. | 5436 | Tyler | 2009-34 | 6/11/2009 | Record Keeping | Failed to keep the required patient records for patient, and do not include “other details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment” provided, specifically the records contain no reference to veterinarian’s observations, subsequent treatment plans or discussion of hospitalization and/or observation of patient with the client. | Admin. penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
|
Armstrong, L.
Doug Doug Armstrong DVM |
4274 | Lubbock | 2010-27 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Bailey, James G. | 6377 | Brownwood | 2010-02 | 10/26/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin Penalty payable within 45 days |
| Ballard, Patricia | 5442 | Carrollton | 2009-66 | 10/26/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to provide intravenous fluids to cat at any time during hospitalization. Failed to communicate cat’s deteriorating condition to client following observation of cat in “semi-comatose” state to discuss treatment and/or referral options. | Informal Reprimand, 6 hrs CE Internal Medicine |
|
Bell,
James |
6593 | Castroville | 2009-43 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) hours during calendar year 2007. | $500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days; obtain additional 14 hours of CE |
|
Bennett-Gildner, Anna |
10914 | Argyle | 2009-56 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Information provided by veterinarian indicated that she lacked 9 hours of CE (continuing education) for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. | $500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days; obtain additional 9 hours of CE |
| Berry-Buchanan, Shana | 9018 | Montgomery | 2010-23 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
|
Bluhm,
Lynn
A |
2718 | George West | 2009-52 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. | $500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days; obtain additional 4 hours of CE |
| Box, Ronald D. | 5697 | Pecos | 2009-24 | 10/26/2009 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Respondent acted as drug wholesaler without a license from the Texas Department of State Health Services; drugs purchased by CEE Sales with his license were diverted to clients and end-user animals whom he had not established a client-veterinarian-patient relationship. | Informal Reprimand, $2,500 Admin. Penalty payable within 45 days |
| Brands, Quentin J. | 9209 | Irving | 2009-11 | 02/12/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled
substance registration. |
$500 Admin. Penalty payable within 45 days |
| Brian, Deborah | 3285 | Montgomery | 2010-24 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
|
Brown, Mary |
9500 | Dallas | 2009-36 | 06/11/2009 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to fully discuss with client the availability of alternative procedures for treatment of a canine tooth on dog, including extractions. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution $1,500 payable within 30 days. |
|
Carter, Wendi D. |
10376 | McKinney | 2009-40 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration between February 28, 2008 and July 31, 2008. | $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
| Cerelli, Justin | 8304 | Edinburg | 2007-23 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care | Should
have
utilized more aggressive diagnostic procedures based on
patient’s history. Client had inquired as to whether appropriate
testing should be done but it was not provided. Necropsy showed
severe peritonitis and perforated intestine. |
Formal Reprimand |
|
Clardy,
H.
Dean |
5459 | Argyle | 2009-51 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to be currently registered with the Texas DPS to dispense controlled substances. | $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
|
Coleman, David |
2109 | Hunt | 2009-58 | 06/11/2009 | Other | Failed to report pet vaccination clinic in accordance with Rule 573.70; specifically, failed to provide notification of the temporary limited-service clinic at least 48 hours before the clinic begins operation. | $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
|
Cornelius, Christie L. |
9796 | Houston | 2009-47 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Controlled substances registration expired on Feb. 28, 2008. New registration was issued on September 10, 2008; however, she was without a controlled substances registration during that time. | $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
|
Cox, James L. |
5254 | Sugar Land | 2009-44 | 06/11/2009 | Violation of Board Order | On April 15, 2005, executed Agreed Order 2005-25 with the TBVME requiring him to pay an administrative penalty of $1,250 and take an additional four hours of continuing education in emergency medicine by June 9, 2006. To date (May 11, 2009) has not provided proof that the continuing education courses were completed. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days. |
|
Cox, James L. |
5254 | Sugar Land | 2009-45 | 06/11/2009 | Violation of Board Order | On May 30, 2006, executed Agreed Order 2006-46 with the TBVME requiring him to pay an administrative penalty of $500 by July 31, 2006. To date (May 11, 2009) has not paid the administrative penalty. | Formal Reprimand; $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Creach, Curtis D. | 7930 | Abilene | 2010-22 | 12/08/2009 | Other - Reporting of Criminal Activity | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest for a felony offense relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on October 1, 2008. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
|
Crossland, Amber |
6797 | Dripping Springs | 2009-46 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Lacked eleven (11) continuing education (CE) hours for calendar year 2006. | $500 admin penalty payable within 45 days; Complete additional 11 hours of CE within 1 year |
| Cruzen, Roy | 4502 | Houston | 2009-74 | 10/26/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin Penalty |
|
Davis, Patricia R. |
8917 | Harker Heights | 2009-42 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration between February 28, 2008 and September 10, 2008. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Dennis, Richard A. | 2244 | Pilot Point | 2009-30 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
properly perform spay surgery, leaving an intact left ovary in a
cat. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Digilio, Kathie M. | 4108 | Houston | 2010-18 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with DPS. Respondent's DPS controlled substances registration was terminated on September 2, 2008, due to non-renewal. DPS issued a new controlled substances registration to the Respondent on April 16, 2009. Despite repeated requests for a response to the Board's investigation, Respondent did not provide a statement to the Board. | $1000 Admin. Penalty |
| Dumas, Lynn B. | 8880 | San Antonio | 2009-35 | 02/12/2009 | Practicing Vet Med without a license |
Practiced veterinary medicine without a license; administered controlled substances for anesthesia and pain management purposes without the required authorization from DPS. |
Direct Supervision for 12 months by board approved vet. $1,000 fine, take 2010 jurisprudence exam |
| Durham, Christopher | 8237 | The Colony | 2009-73 | 10/26/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin Penalty |
|
Fergusson, Fred G. |
3403 | Houston | 2009-38 | 06/11/2009 | Standard of Care | Failure to properly monitor dog during recovery from anesthesia contributed to premature death of dog. | Informal Reprimand; Obtain additional 3 hours of CE in anesthesiology. |
|
Fletcher,
Lauren corrections issued to this Board Order on 12/08/2009 as 2009-78 NPT |
11005 | Arlington | 2009-78 | 10/26/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly observe and/or diagnose dog’s post-surgical complications. Prescribed 10 ml of Metacam to be administered in .02 ml doses, until gone, which is excessive. | Informal Reprimand, Restitution $461.21 |
| Funk, Gail | 7742 | Rosharon | 2009-20 | 2/12/2009 | Record Keeping | Patient
records
on a dog failed to meet the minimum standards of the Board’s
rules by not reflecting the date of the visit, weight of the
patient, name, amount, strength and route of administration of
pre-anesthetics/anesthesia used in the spay surgery. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Hardesty, Bruce |
7183 | Austin | 2009-19 | 06/11/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly diagnose renal failure and administer IV fluids to 12-year-old cat, administering only subcutaneous fluids, a cortisone injection, and prescribed antibiotics. Did not conduct another blood profile or check cat’s heart rate or pupils. Failure to properly diagnose renal failure and administer IV fluids to cat led to additional pain and suffering for cat. | Formal Reprimand; Obtain additional 3 hours CE in Renal Disease. |
| Harvey, Joshua | 10402 | Decatur | 2009-77 | 10/26/2009 | Standard of Care | Used a cattle prod on a horse in a non-emergency situation. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hendrix, Daniel V. | 8034 | Houston | 2009-27 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
timely perform exploratory surgery and diagnose a blocked
intestine, leading to misdiagnosis and complications which
contributed to additional pain and suffering and ultimately the
early death of dog. |
Formal Reprimand, Obtain 3 hrs of CE |
| Henson, Emberly S. |
6286 | Garland | 2009-31 | 6/11/2009 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Failed to properly supervise non-licensed veterinary technician and is responsible for the unauthorized practice of veterinary medicine committed by her veterinary technician in the vaccination and deworming of four 8-week-old puppies. | Informal Reprimand; $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Hutchinson, Stephanie | 8142 | Spring | 2009-71 | 10/26/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Board investigator determined that Respondent lacked twenty (20) CE hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Imke, David D. | 7959 | Granbury | 2009-50 | 06/11/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
contact owner of heifer when animal had difficulty responding
after a dehorning procedure. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Jaksik, Joe Martin | 6450 | Adkins | 2009-65 | 12/8/2009 | Standard of Care | Failure to correctly advise client on the rabies quarantine protocol for an unvaccinated animal contributed to the family's exposure to the rabies virus and subsequent treatment for rabies. | Formal Reprimand |
| Johnson, Jon L. | 9062 | Cypress | 2009-37 | 06/11/2009 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Record Keeping |
Delivered legend drugs (Xylazine) to an unlicensed individual when he knew, or should have known, of the potential for diversion of said drugs by the unlicensed individual. Respondent has no patient records reflecting amounts administered to specific animals. |
1 year probated suspension |
| Jones, Byron | 4966 | Denton | 2010-04 | 10/26/2009 | Other | Failed to notify the Board of his arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on January 21, 2001. Admitted to keeping inaccurate controlled substances record keeping. From January 2007 until March 2008, Respondent admitted in a sworn statement to TBVME that he purchased Hydrocodone and self-medicated as needed two tablets twice daily periodically for pain. | $1,000 admin penalty |
| Joyce, Jo Lynn | 9569 | Driftwood | 2009-54 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education |
Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Respondent lacked seventeen (17) hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. |
$500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days; Obtain add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Kelso, Penny | 8096 | Lubbock | 2009-41 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration |
Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration between May 31, 2008 and January 27, 2009. |
$500 admin penalty payable with 45 days. |
| Kelso, Penny | 8096 | Lubbock | 2008-94 | 2/12/2009 | Other (Adherence to Law) | Submitted
an
altered document to the board regarding her continuing education
hours. Production of an altered document to a government agency
is a violation of Texas Penal Code, Chapter 32.21. |
Formal Reprimand, $1,000 Admin. penalty payable within 30 days |
| Langley, Robert D. | 7764 | Houston | 2010-12 | 12/08/2009 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Violation
of
Peer Assistance Contract. |
5 yrs suspension, all 5 years stayed/probated. |
| Langley, Robert D. | 7764 | Houston | 2009-33 | 06/11/2009 | Record Keeping | Failed to keep the required patient records; did not include the temperature of the patient despite notation that patient “seems like she is running a fever?” The differential diagnosis included toad poisoning and hepatic lipidosis. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Langley, Robert D. | 7764 | Houston | 2009-57 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to complete continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Respondent lacked fourteen (14) CE hours for calendar year 2008. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days; Obtain add'l 14 hrs. CE |
| Leyendecker, Sandra | 7500 | Laredo | 2009-05 | 2/12/2009 | Record Keeping, Other (Supervision of Non-Licensed Employees) | Failed
to
properly supervise a technician to ensure the correct fluids
were administered to cat led to further dehydration and
contributed to the untimely death of cat. Patient records of
treatment, specifically the names, dosages, concentration and
routes of administration of each drug prescribed, administered
and/or dispensed as well as other details necessary to
substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided
and/or surgical procedure performed were not included or were
not adequately notated in the patient records. |
Informal Reprimand, Restitition of $220 payable within 30 days |
| Libal, Melissa C. | 2009-72 | 10/26/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Board investigator found that Respondent lacked seventeen (17) hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. | $500 Admin Penalty | ||
| Maltby, Marilyn | 6473 | Austin | 2010-11 | 12/08/2009 | Substance Abuse | Violation of Peer Assistance Contract. | Add'l 2 years in Peer Assistance Program |
| McClain, Jon | 4829 | Bartonville | 2009-67 | 10/26/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Board investigator determined that Respondent lacked fifteen (8) [sic] CE hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. | $500 Admin. Penalty. |
| McClendon, Sonya | 7774 | Marshall | 2009-23 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly restrain dog during administration of medication; failed to allow the dog’s owner to administer the medication rather than administer it herself; failed to recognize the dog’s continuing nosebleed subsequent to the dog’s fall from the examination table was a sign of head trauma and treat accordingly, led to complications which contributed to the untimely death of dog. Veterinarian told client that dog had bitten her during the administration of medication, and that if it was her dog, she would have “beat the hell out of her.” | Formal Reprimand, $500 Admin. penalty, 3 hrs CE in Animal Behavior, $111.82 restitution |
| Meyer, Jr., Erwin H. | 2541 | Austin | 2009-70 | 10/26/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Board investigator determined that Respondent lacked ten (10) CE hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Miller, Larry Bruce | 2786 | Taylor | 2009-02 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care, Labeling | Placed wet cat outdoors to dry in 55-degree weather after bathing and dipping. Antibiotics for bacterial pneumonia and a diuretic that were sent home with cat lacked the veterinarian’s name, telephone number, species of the animal treated, strength and quantity of the drug dispensed. | Informal Reprimand, Restitution $137.30 |
| Morgan, James T. | 7861 | Pilot Point | 2009-55 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Respondent lacked seventeen (17) CE hours for calendar year 2008. | Obtain add'l 17 hrs. CE |
| Norton, Piper | 10740 | Manor | 2010-07 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Ohashiegbula, Eunice E. | 10307 | Katy | 2009-49 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/ DEA Registration | Failed to ensure that a veterinarian practicing under the Respondent’s supervision maintained a current controlled substances registration, and granted said veterinarian permission to administer controlled substances without the registration required. | $500 Admin Penalty paid w/in 45 days |
|
Parker, Gary corrections issued to this Board Order on 12/08/2009 as2009-83 NPT |
4359 | Pittsburg | 2009-83 | 10/26/2009 | Narcotic/Script | Purchased Hydrocodone tablets for personal use. | Enroll in 90 day residential treatment program. Attend support group once weekly. |
| Pryor, C. Russell | 2445 | Houston | 2009-60 | 06/11/2009 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping | Failed to observe cat during spay surgery and maintain an appropriate temperature on the heating pad which resulted in severe thermal burns and led to unnecessary pain and suffering. Medical records provide no details necessary to substantiate examination and treatment provided and/or surgical procedure performed. | Informal Reprimand; Restitution $95 |
| Ritthaler, Heidi S. | 8611 | Millsap | 2010-09 | 10/26/2009 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for nine and one-half hours during calendar year 2008. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Roberts, James R. | 3638 | Ft. Worth | 2009-07 | 10/26/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | Informal Reprimand, $1,000 Admin. Penalty |
| Robertson-Goodyear, Sarah | 8601 | Spring | 2009-13 | 2/12/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Rundell, David P. | 4372 | Houston | 2009-48 | 06/11/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Dispensed controlled substances without the appropriate controlled substances registration. Respondent practiced without a controlled substance license for seven years and nine months. | $2,500 admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Schmurr, Michael | 7458 | Orange | 2009-22 | 2/12/2009 | Violation of Board Order | Violated the terms of his contract with the Texas Veterinary Peer Assistance Program and Agreed Order 2007-44. Is a continuing and imminent threat to the health of his patients and/or the public welfare due to his lack of competence, impairment, and/or failure to provide appropriate care to his patients. | |
| Shepherd, Richard H. | 3040 | Dallas | 2009-16 | 2/12/2009 | Other (Responsible for unlicensed employees), (Misuse of DEA / DPS Registration) | Allowed an individual to practice veterinary medicine without a license; said individual administered controlled substances while in the scope of her employment and under the direct supervision of veterinarian. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Shreve, Lara K. | 10229 | Elgin | 2010-05 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $2000 Admin. Penalty |
| Sims, Kellie. | 7801 | Bryan | 2009-75 | 10/26/2009 | Other | As a result of notification by the Texas DPS, the Board determined that Respondent failed to notify the Board of her arrest for felony evading arrest on October 25, 2008. | $500 Admin penalty |
| Soranaka, Eddy T. | 10768 | San Antonio | 2009-32 | 06/11/2009 | Other | Respondent, of the U.S. Army, failed to notify the board of his arrest for a felony relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on December 15, 2007. | Admin Penalty $500, paid w/in 45 days |
| Southerland, Amy R. | 10769 | Houston | 2009-53 | 06/11/2009 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education (CE) for calendar year 2008. Respondent lacked fifteen (15) CE hours for calendar year 2008, renewal year 2009 | Admin Penalty $500, paid w/in 45 days; Obtain add'l 15 hrs CE. |
| Staples, Cheryl | 10458 | Humble | 2009-04 | 2/12/2009 | Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Unauthorized teeth extractions were performed by the veterinarian and unauthorized teeth extractions were performed by the veterinary assistant while under the veterinarian’s supervision; no consent for the extractions was ever received from the client. | Informal Reprimand |
| Thomas, Mathew | 10522 | Keller | 2010-20 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Thompson, Patricia G. | 8273 | Tyler | 2010-19 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Todd, Edward A. | Harris Co. | 2009-25 | 02/12/2009 | Other | Violation of Minimum Security for Controlled Substances Rule, which requires veterinarians to establish adequate security to prevent unauthorized access to controlled substances and/or to establish adequate security to prevent the diversion of controlled substances. |
of License for 5 years |
|
| Underwood, Kristine | 9583 | Elgin | 2010-06 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $2500 Admin. Penalty |
| Valerius, Jackie | 2224 | Mercedes | 2008-95 | 2/12/2009 | Continuing Education | Could not show acceptable proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen (17) hours during calendar year 2007. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days, obtain add'l 17 hrs. of CE |
| Viator, Gena S. | 5899 | Ft. Worth | 2008-83 | 06/11/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to examine a 7-year-old Shih Tzu dog, which led to additional pain and suffering for the dog and delayed appropriate treatment. | Informal Reprimand |
| Wallace, Kathleen | 7599 | Granbury | 2009-10 | 2/12/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Walter, Alicia L. | 8626 | Stafford | 2010-26 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Warner, Gary D. | 4666 | Elgin | 2010-08 | 12/08/2009 | Misuse of DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS. | $2500 Admin. Penalty |
| Weeks, Scott A. | 6537 | San Antonio | 2010-01 | 10/26/2009 | Other | As a result of notification by the Texas DPS, the Board determined that Respondent of the Pet Medical Center of San Antonio, failed to notify the Board of his arrest for a felony relating to the practice of veterinary medicine on April 7, 2006. TBVME records do not show any notification to the Board by Respondent of his arrest. | $500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Westbrook, Roberta L. | 9975 | Houston | 2009-06 | 2/12/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Whitfield, Conrad | 10317 | Midland | 2009-17 | 2/12/2009 | Other | Failed to submit quarterly reports for the first and second quarters of calendar year 2008 as required by his probated licensure. | Formal Reprimand, $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Williams, Kenneth | 3168 | Houston | 2009-26 | 2/12/2009 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform radiographs and/or other diagnostic tests led to misdiagnosis and complications which contributed to the early death of dog. | Informal Reprimand, $156.98 restitution |
| Williams, Robert A. | 9885 | Kyle | 2009-12 | 2/12/2009 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Wills, Elizabeth A. | 8261 | Dallas | 2009-15 | 2/12/2009 | Practicing Vet Med with expired license, DPS / DEA Registration | Practiced veterinary medicine with an expired license and an expired DPS controlled substance registration. | Formal Reprimand, $1,500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Worthington, Jacob R. | 9886 | Dallas | 2009-08 | 2/12/2009 | DPS
/
DEA Registration |
Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration | $500 Admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Zamora, Carlos F. | 7113 | Dallas | 2009-39 | 06/11/2009 | DPS/DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substances registration. | $1,000 admin. penalty payable within 45 days |
| Zamora, Carlos F. | 7113 | Dallas | 2009-61 | 06/11/2009 | Record Keeping | No medical records reflecting any treatment or observation of 4-year-old male Labrador Retriever dog on March 26, 2009, other than a weight and temperature recording, CBC blood test and the entry “Pet found deceased @ 11 A.M.” Respondent failed to document details necessary to substantiate the examination, diagnosis, and treatment provided the dog on March 26, 2009. | Informal Reprimand |
| Zengler, Cheryl | 10475 | San Antonio | 2009-79 | 10/26/2009 | Standard of Care | Left 14-year-old dog (blind, elderly, sedated and immobile) unattended with two heat sources in post-surgical recovery for 2.5 hours, resulting in severe heat stroke and thermal burns, and led to unnecessary pain and suffering for dog. | Formal Reprimand, Restitution $1,213.81 |
| Zilkha, Liat E. | 10177 | Austin | 2009-03 | 2/12/2009 | Advertising | False, deceptive, misleading advertising | Informal Reprimand |
| 2008
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Abair,
Harold
W. |
10601 | League City | 2008-52 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for seventeen hours during calendar
year 2007 |
$500 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE by end of calendary year 2008 |
| Akin, Joel B. | 6921 | Dallas | 2008-42 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2006 | Admin. penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Allen, Roberta Jo | 4679 | San Angelo | 2008-17 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of CE obtained for 12 ½ hours during
calendar year 2004, three hours for calendar year 2005, and 12
hours for calendar year 2006. |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days (3/30/08), additional 12 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Allen, Thomas | 4680 | San Angelo | 2008-18 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of CE obtained for 12 hours during
calendar year 2004, 12 hours for calendar year 2005, and 12
hours for calendar year 2006. |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days (3/30/08), additional 12 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Altman, April L. | 5274 | Watauga | 2008-73 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
timely respond when a veterinary technician stated that dog was
having difficulty breathing, thereby wasting valuable response
time and was a contributing factor in the premature death of the
dog. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Beardsley, Stephanie L. | 6961 | Austin | 2008-29 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to have actual knowledge that
employee veterinarian was currently registered with the Texas
Dept. of Public Safety before granting employee veterinarian
permission to operate under licensee’s DEA controlled substance
registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Becker, Wendi A. | 10067 | Lubbock | 2008-92 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing
education (CE) for twelve (12) hours during calendar year 2007. |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Blakeman, Nancy E. | 7916 | San Antonio | 2008-67 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education DPS / DEA Registration |
Could not show proof of current
registration with Texas DPS. Could not show proof of continuing
education (CE) obtained for the seventeen (17) hours required
for calendar year 2005. |
$750 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Bolduc, Nancy | 5284 | Houston | 2008-64 | 06/19/2008 | Labeling | Responsible for the mislabeling and
dispensing of a prescription drug by a non-licensed employee |
Pay restitution of $986.50 to complainant |
| Borland, Sylvia J. | 8107 | Houston | 2008-11 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of CE obtained for 13
hours during calendar year 2006. |
Admin Penalty $500, paid w/in 45 days (3/30/08), additional 13 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Britton, Emily L. | 10479 | Rochester, NY | 2008-28 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could not show proof of current
registration with the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Dispensed controlled substances to animals for the period of
June 2006 through June 25, 2007, when she was not registered
with DPS |
$500 Admin penalty paid within 45 days |
| Brooks, Scott W. | 6783 | Spring Branch | 2008-21 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could not show acceptable proof of CE obtained for all 17 hours during calendar year 2004. | $250 Admin penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Broussard, Rickey | 6391 | Ingleside | 2008-43 | 06/19/2008 | Advertising | Falsely advertised hospital as providing
24-hour emergency service when that service was provided only to
current clients, not to the general public |
Informal Reprimand |
| Carlton, David | 3904 | Dallas | 2008-02 | 02/14/2008 | Standard of Care | From
December
2005 through April 2006 the patient was seen by licensee
multiple times, yet no second opinion was requested or referral
made during this period although the dog’s condition was
deteriorating. The dog died on May 10. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Clement, Boyd T. | 3908 | Sunland Park, NM | 2008-09 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 14 ½ hours during calendar year
2005. |
$500 admin penalty |
| Cobb, Robert L. | 4497 | Midland | 2008-53 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 17 hours during calendar year 2007 |
$500 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE by end of calendary year 2008 |
| Cortinas, Ana D. | 10324 | Mesa AZ |
2008-96 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for six (6)
hours during calendar year 2007 |
$500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
| Daniels, Melinda | 7444 | Terrell | 2008-14 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 17 hours during calendar year
2004, 17 hours for calendar year 2005, and 17 hours for calendar
year 2006. |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days (3/30/08), additional 17 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Dennis, Richard A. | 2244 | Pilot Point | 2008-06 | 02/14/2008 | Record Keeping | Failed
to
timely provide radiographs from an examination after multiple
requests by the client extending over a period of approximately
ten months. Radiographs were of poor quality and did not
identify which hoof of the horse was radiographed. Client sold
horse under the notion that the horse was in good condition. New
owner had the horse’s feet radiographed, revealing the horse had
navicular changes. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Dunn, Billy | 1719 | Garland | 2008-13 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 17 hours during calendar year
2004, 17 hours for calendar year 2005, and 17 hours for calendar
year 2006. |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days, additional 17 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Ervin, Lu Ann | 5474 | Waco | 2008-07 | 02/14/2008 | Standard of Care | Lack
of
thorough diagnosis and failure to appropriately examine dog
leading to a delay in euthanasia, causing undue pain and
discomfort. Patient records lack detail after initial visit and
do not note and/or do not accurately note dates, diagnostics,
diagnosis or treatments, despite the ordering of a steroid
prescription during the treatment of patient. Failed to provide
medical records after board requests, and TBVME investigator
finally went by facility to obtain them. Upon retaining counsel,
licensee provided a written response on law office letterhead
and signed by the attorney, not by the licensee. |
Formal Reprimand, $2,000 Admin Penalty payable within 30 days. |
| Farmer, Gregg S. | 7467 | Austin | 2008-26 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of CE obtained for 16 ½ hours during
calendar year 2005. |
Admin penalty $500 paid w/in 45 days, additional 16.5 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Gallegos, Erik | 10057 | San Antonio | 2008-40 | 02/14/2008 | Violation of Board Order | Violated
Board
order. Failed to participate in the Board’s peer assistance
program |
Formal Reprimand, suspended 60 months, all stayed & probated, submit to random drug testing, enter an in-house drug treatment program for not less than 16 weeks and program shall send all progress reports directly to the Board, appear at ISC after discharge and shall bring discharge report from program. |
| Garcia-Camacho, Arturo | 8538 | Denton | 2008-46 | 06/19/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Failed
to
diagnose a cat’s torn trachea following a dental cleaning
procedure that included intubation, leading to unnecessary pain
and suffering and contributing to the premature death of cat. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Garcia, Robert L. | 8993 | Corsicana | 2008-48 | 06/19/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Failed
to
properly perform a spay procedure, leaving a complete and intact
right ovary. |
Formal Reprimand; Restitution of $100 payable within 30 days |
| Gleason, Jimmy L. | 6427 | Levelland | 2008-65 | 06/19/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Failed
to
provide antibiotics or an anti-inflammatory to treat horse;
failure to timely treat caused undue pain and suffering.
Licensee passed an endoscope through the horse’s upper airway
and detected a narrowed airway. Horse developed a respiratory
compromise due to the narrowed airway and was not able to be
resuscitated. Post examination findings revealed an abscess
causing pressure on horse’s trachea. |
Informal Reprimand; Restitution of $190 to complainant |
| Goebel, Justin | 9757 | Colorado City | 2008-84 | 10/16/2008 | Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Misidentification
and
performance of a four-paw declaw and attempted hysterectomy on
the wrong animal. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Gray, Kevin L. | 8540 | Sulphur Springs | 2008-74 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
start a proper course of treatment after reviewing radiographs
on dog. |
Restitution $230.70 payable within 30 days. |
| Griffin, Patrick | 5186 | Abilene | 2008-62 | 10/16/2008 | Violation of Board Order | Violation
of
board order/negotiated settlement. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Guinn, Joy | 4721 | Baytown | 2008-72 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 7 of the 17 hours required for
calendar year 2005, and 15 of the 17 hours required for calendar
year 2007 |
$750 admin penalty; Additional 15 hours CE within 1 year |
| Guitar, David | 3259 | Stafford | 2008-03 | 02/14/2008 | Standard of Care | Loss
of
temper and control in attempting to treat a horse in a
challenging situation; failure to provide any pain medication to
the horse prior to leaving the premises. Second opinion
veterinarians were unable to successfully treat horse, who was
then euthanized |
Formal Reprimand |
| Hamlin, Richard | 6160 | Richardson | 2008-34 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 5 hours during calendar year 2006 |
Admin penalty $500 paid w/in 45 days, additional 5 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed |
|
Hare, Marvin W. |
3087 | Austin | 578-08 -2864 |
10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform any pre- or post-operative diagnostic testing of the tissue surgically removed from dog. Failed to obtain at least the amount of information that would have been revealed by a fine needle aspirate analysis prior to surgical removal of dog’s tumor. Failed to meet the minimum post-surgical standard of care. | Formal Reprimand; $500 administrative penalty; 5 hrs. add'l CE.; 1 year probated suspension |
| Hayes, Eddie J. | 8049 | Corpus Christi | 2008-80 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed to radiograph or refer to a veterinarian with radiographic capabilities when dog was presented with breathing difficulties delayed appropriate treatment and contributed to the premature death of dog. | Informal reprimand; restitution $97.50 paid within 30 days. |
| Henderson, J. Todd | 7001 | San Angelo | 2008-22 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of CE obtained for all 17 hours during
calendar year 2004, 17 hours in 2005 and 17 hours in 2006 |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days, additional 17 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Hudson, Rebecca | 7007 | Houston | 2008-55 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of CE obtained for 17 hours during calendar year 2005
and 17 hours during calendar year 2006. |
$1000 admin penalty; additional 17 hours CE by end of calendar year 2008 |
| Hudson, James D. | 5501 | Dripping Springs | 2008-91 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) hours obtained for
thirteen (13) hours during calendar year 2006 and fourteen (14)
hours during calendar year 2007. |
$1000 admin penalty; additional 27 hours CE within one year. |
| Ingram, Denna W. | 7960 | Justin | 2008-59 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain a current registration with the Texas Department of
Public Safety and dispensed controlled substances to animals
after the expiration date of her DPS controlled substance
registration. |
$500 admin penalty |
| Jarrett, Patrick D. | 3774 | Weatherford | 2008-82 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care |
Failed to reexamine cat, who was later euthanized, when client pointed out symptoms after initial treatment, and this failure to reexamine led to unnecessary pain and suffering for the cat. | Informal Reprimand |
| Jefferson, Ellen P. | 8275 | Austin | 2008-24 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of CE obtained for 11 hours during
calendar year 2006 |
Admin penalty $500 paid w/in 45 days, additional 11 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Jones, Clarence E. | 1461 | Dallas | 2008-41 | 06/19/2008 | Other | As
the
result of a compliance inspection by mail, the Board determined
that respondent practiced veterinary medicine in the state of
Texas with an inactive license. This error occurred as
respondent accidentally selected “Inactive Status” in
registering online and failed to notice the Inactive Status
notification when his license arrived in the mail. |
$100 admin penalty |
| Kassay, Alice C. | 8557 | Pearland | 2008-66 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain a current registration with the Texas DPS |
$500 admin penalty |
| Kelso, Penny | 8096 | Lubbock | 2005-64, 2003-33 | 02/14/2008 | Standard of Care | (2005-64)
Did
not adequately document permission from owner to perform
follow-up testing on dog; did not have sufficient medical
information in the form of blood work and patient’s weight loss
to continue thyroid treatment and should have ceased treatment;
two consecutive treatments with multiple corticosteroids are not
the standard of care in Texas for any disease modalities
possibly presented; recordkeeping failed to meet the Board’s
requirements. (2003-33) Failed to meet Board requirements in labeling and recordkeeping when dispensing antibiotic medication for a cat. |
Formal Reprimand, 12 hours of continuing education in internal medicine beyond the required annual amount, 30 day suspension, must submit to the board forms regarding patient records and labeling as well as practice policy on appropriate and adequate medical records; terminate non-compliant owners; maintain proper labeling and dispensing of meds; delegation of veterinary licensing act and protocols for assistants; receipt and storage of controlled substances; proper and timely notification of address change, pay administrative penalty to resolve docket 578-03-1557 |
| Kelso, Penny | 8096 | Lubbock | 2008-93 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for
ten (10) hours during calendar year 2007. |
$500 admin. penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Knight, William P. | 9574 | Bryan | 2008-58 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic/Script | Failed
to
maintain a current registration with the Texas DPS |
$500 admin penalty |
| Kuehl, Dallas N. | 4461 | Katy | 2008-60 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education, Record Keeping, Other | Could
not
show proof of continuing education obtained for 17 hours during
calendar year 2004 |
Formal Reprimand; $1000 admin penalty |
| Leonpacher, Robert J. | 3853 | Humble | 2008-51 | 06/19/2008 | Other | Failed
to
notify the Board of his arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the
practice of veterinary medicine on April 1, 2003 |
$750 admin penalty; Informal Reprimand |
| MacDonald, Angus | 2638 | Dallas | 2008-12 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education obtained for 17 hours during
calendar year 2004, and 3 hours for calendar year 2006 |
$750 Administrative Penalty, additional 3 hours of continuing education |
| MacDonald, Angus | 2638 | Dallas | 2008-36 | 02/14/2008 | Violation of Board Order | Failure
to
comply with the conditions of the peer assistance program.
Physician stated that respondent was non-compliant with drug
screening process and had multiple positive urine screens for
opiate medications. |
Place license in retirement by 2/29/08 and will not seek to take license out of retirement status, if license not placed in retirement status by 2/29/08, license shall be suspended |
| Martin-Schulze, Jena | 9586 | Cypress | 2008-70 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic / Script | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the DPS |
$500 admin penalty |
| Matthews, Jane S. | 4275 | Houston | 2008-56 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education obtained for 17 hours
obtained for calendar year 2006 |
$500 admin penalty; Additional 17 hours CE by end of calendary year 2008 |
| Meier, Christina K. | 9720 | Round Rock | 2008-32 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the Texas DPS |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Miller, Nicole V. | 10587 | Dallas | 2008-49 | 06/19/2008 | Practicing Vet Med without a License | Practiced
from
September 7, 2007 to January 14, 2008 with license in inactive
status |
$100 admin penalty |
| Mills, Jennifer K. | 10134 | Bandera | 2008-25 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of continuing education obtained for 3 ½
hours during calendar year 2006 |
Admin penalty $500 paid w/in 45 days, additional 3.5 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Moore, Cindy M. | 10256 | Webster | 2008-87 | 10/16/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 admin. penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Orlando, Whitney A. | 7219 | Sisterdale | 2008-30 | 02/14/2008 | DPS/ DEA Registration | Failed
to
have actual knowledge that veterinarian employee was currently
registered with the Texas DPS before granting permission to
operate under respondent’s DEA controlled substance
registration. |
$500 Admin Penalty paid w/in 45 days |
| Parham, M. Gordon | 10258 | Richmond | 2008-88 | 10/16/2008 | Practicing
Vet
Med with expired license, Continuing Education,
DPS / DEA Registration |
Failed
to
maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration.
Practiced veterinary medicine at Petcare Express with an expired
licensed between March 1 and April 14, 2008. Failed to receive
the required 17 hours of continuing education for calendar year
2007 due to his heavy workload |
Formal
Reprimand, $2000 admin. penalty payable within 45 days., add'l 17 hrs CE within 1 yr |
| Perkins, Terry Mac | 1960 | Richardson | 2008-08 | 02/14/2008 | Standard of Care | Failure to provide appropriate and recommended treatment for ingestion of Advil by a canine caused the dog undue pain and discomfort, and could have let to renal failure. | Formal Reprimand |
| Ponsford, Emanuel E. | 4757 | El Paso | 2008-10 | 06/19/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education obtained for 5 hours during
calendar year 2004, 11 hours for calendar year 2005, and 5 hours
for calendar year 2006 |
$1250 admin penalty; additional 5 hours CE by end of calendar year 2008 |
| Posey, Richard D. | 5211 | College Station | 2008-71 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic / Script | Could
not
show proof of current registration with Texas DPS |
$500 admin penalty |
| Resell, Warren G. | 4261 | Humble | 2008-35 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with Texas DPS |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Rogers, James L. | 2353 | Austin | 2008-23 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of continuing education obtained for all
17 hours during calendar year 2004, 17 hours in 2005, and 17
hours in 2006 |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days, additional 17 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Rogers, James L. | 2353 | Austin | 2008-27 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could
not
show proof of current registration with the Drug Enforcement
Administration; controlled substance log failed to meet Board
requirements. |
$500 admin penalty paid w/in 45 days |
| Scarbrough, Donald | 4374 | Palestine | 2008-63 | 06/19/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct, Record Keeping | Failure
to
run complete diagnostic testing and properly diagnose pleural
effusion caused complications and led to the eventual premature
death of dog. EKG report not written in patient records. |
Informal Reprimand; Additional 6 hours CE in Internal Medicine by end of calendar year 2008 |
| Schmurr, Michael | 7458 | Orange | 2008-44 | 06/19/2008 | Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
timely surrender his DEA controlled substance license per
previous Board order. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Scrutchfield, W. L. | 3838 | Franklin | 2008-85 | 10/16/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed
to
maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration |
$500 Admin Penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Solonynka, Laura K. | 9132 | New Braunfels | 2008-19 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of continuing education obtained for
eleven hours during calendar year 2005 |
Admin Penalty $500, paid w/in 45 days |
| Southerland, Amy R. | 10769 | Houston | 2008-81 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly diagnose gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV); failure to notice the early signs of GDV wasted valuable time and contributed to the eventual premature death of dog. | Informal Reprimand |
| Steenholdt, Christian | 9770 | Clovis, NM | 2008-39 | 02/14/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Failed
to
report or timely report required testing records to the Texas
Animal Health Commission as required by Section 161.101,
Agriculture Code |
Formal reprimand, 2 year suspension all stayed |
| Stephens, Steve | 8267 | Wolfforth | 2008-33 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could
not
show proof of current controlled substance registration with the
Texas DPS |
$500 Admin penalty paid within 45 days |
| Storms, Timothy N. | 9679 | Dallas | 2008-86 | 10/16/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Failed to maintain a current DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin penalty paid within 45 days. |
| Stuckey, Charles B. | 2973 | San Antonio | 2008-68 | 06/19/2008 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
have actual knowledge that veterinarian employee was currently
registered with the Texas DPS before granting employee
permission to operate under respondent’s DEA controlled
substance registration |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Stummer, Margaret R. | 7278 | Georgetown | 2008-79 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Failed to diagnose and treat cancer in dog, failed to change antibiotics if the diagnosis was bacterial pneumonia and there was no response to the current antibiotics, and failure to offer a referral when oxygen was suggested led to additional pain and suffering and delayed appropriate treatment for dog. | Formal Reprimand |
| Terrell, Eric L. | 8842 | Marble Falls | 2008-20 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show acceptable proof of continuing education obtained for nine
hours during calendar year 2004 |
$250 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Tiller, Robert | 4002 | Waskom | 2008-45 | 06/19/2008 | Standard of Care | Failure
to
provide adequate post-surgical observation and treatment;
failure to follow through with standard post-surgical procedures
led to the premature death of dog. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Todia, Jessica R. | 8498 | Midland | 2008-61 | 06/19/2008 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing, Record Keeping | Refused
to
release dog without payment for services. Board intervened to
advise respondent to release dog back to client. Respondent
agreed to release dog and medical records only on condition that
client sign a release form that included the statement: “I will
not pursue any action, past, present, or future with regards to
this incident through civil courts, criminal courts,or
the
state board of veterinary medical examiners. I also agree to
drop any pending actions in the above mentioned areas.” |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin penalty |
| Veneklasen, Gregg O. | 5270 | Canyon | 2008-89 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain continuing education (CE) for five of the seventeen hours required for calendar year 2007. | $500 Admin. Penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Wainwright, David E. | 7899 | Houston | 2008-90 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for seventeen
(17) hours during calendar year 2007. |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days. |
| Walters, Shawna | 9629 | Caldwell | 2008-05 | 02/14/2008 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed
to
provide a valid health certificate to clients regarding a litter
of puppies by sending a health certificate from Texas to
Washington State showing she had examined an animal on a date
she had not examined the animal and outside of her jurisdiction
to practice veterinary medicine. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Waters, David N. | 7813 | Sisterdale | 2008-31 | 02/14/2008 | DPS / DEA Registration | Could
not
show proof of current controlled substance registration with the
Texas DPS |
$500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Watkins, Aubrey B. | 5943 | Houston | 2008-16 | 10/16/2008 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained for six (6) hours for calendar year 2006. | $500 Admin Penalty paid within 45 days |
| Whittenberg, Cherie | 6342 | Houston | 2008-15 | 02/14/2008 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education obtained for 17 hours during
calendar year 2004, 17 hours for calendar year 2005, and 17
hours for calendar year 2006 |
Admin penalty $1,250 paid w/in 45 days (3/30/08), additional 17 hours of CE by end of CY2008, documentation shall be received by 1/30/09 & if not received w/in 45 days of 1/30/09, license shall be suspended until CE penalty is completed. |
| Whitworth, J. Elroy | 4202 | Bastrop | 2008-69 | 10/16/2008 | Standard of Care | Tourniquet left on cat’s paw improperly overnight, and the paw below the tourniquet developed gangrene and had to be amputated. Failure to properly supervise non-licensed employees led to the tourniquet being left on for too long of a period and led to unnecessary pain and suffering and the unnecessary amputation of the cat’s paw. | Informal Reprimand |
| Willhouse, Barbara A. | 8443 | Pacific Grove, CA | 2008-50 | 06/19/2008 | Other | Failed
to
notify the Board of her arrest for a misdemeanor relating to the
practice of veterinary medicine on November 29, 2000. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Wulf, David | 4671 | Houston | 2008-47 | 06/19/2008 | Other | Failed
to
personally sign the annual vaccination certificate on a cat |
Informal Reprimand |
| Zarges, Virginia S. | 1965 | El Paso | 2008-38 | 06/19/2008 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct Allowing Illegal Pracrice | Provided
husband-veterinarian
authorization
to dispense controlled substances under her DEA registration
after husband-veterinarian’s DEA and DPS registration had been
revoked due to his felony conviction under the Texas Controlled
Substances Act in 1990. |
Formal Reprimand; 5 year suspension with all 5 years stayed and placed on probation for 5 years |
| 2007
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Barns, Anne | 6180 | Arlington | 2007-18 | 02/08/2007 | Misuse DEA Narcotics Registration | Did not possess current controlled substance registration from DPS and had administered controlled substances to animals. Dr. Barns had gone 19 years without this registration. | $2,500 Admin Penalty |
| Blair, Shelley | 9523 | Montgomery | 2007-02 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Could not show proof of CE obtained during
calendar year 2004. |
$250 Admin Penalty |
| Bozeman, Nancy | 4687 | Kennedale | 2007-20 | 02/08/2007 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Allowed an unregistered vet to work under her DEA registration | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Brackeen, Gary | 3862 | Angleton | 2007-06 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain required CE hours for
calendar years 2004 and 2005 |
$750 Admin Penalty |
| Brooke, Jonathan W. | 4280 | Kerrville | 2007-32 | 06/14/2007 | Felony Conviction | On or about March 21, 2007, JONATHAN W.
BROOKE, D.V.M. of Kerrville, Texas, License No. 4280, was
convicted by the 216th Judicial District Court of Kerr County,
Texas, of online solicitation of a minor, a second degree
felony, and sentenced to confinement in the Institutional
Division of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice; A license
holder's license is revoked by operation of law upon the license
holder's imprisonment. |
|
| Brooks, Christopher | 4082 | Fort Worth | 2007-51 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain required CE hours for
calendar year 2006 |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Bullock, Ryan | 10080 | Dallas | 2007-47 | 10/11/2007 | Other | Failed to obtain current Department of
Public Safety (DPS) controlled substances certificate |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Chucle, Jeanne | 7324 | Houston | 2007-25 | 06/14/2007 | Records Keeping, Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Did not obtain authorization from client for services performed; failed to provide copy of the euthanasia release form to client. | Formal Reprimand, Admin penalty of $1,000 payable within 45 days; License suspended for a period of 24 months, period of suspension to be fully probated; shall refund to complainant $100 paid by the complainant for euthanasia, must be paid within 45 days. |
| Davidson, Wendi | 9312 | San Angelo | 2007-21 | 02/08/2007 | Felony Conviction | Convicted
by
the 51st Judicial Court of Tom Green County, Texas, of murder, a
first degree felony |
|
| Devine, Caroline | 9562 | Austin | 2007-42 | 10/11/2007 | Other | Did
not
possess a current controlled substance registration from the
Texas DPS |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Ervin, Lu Ann | 5474 | Waco | 2007-24 | 06/14/2007 | Standard of Care | Failed to do a full assessment of patient’s condition prior to surgery, including presurgical radiographs to determine the extent of injuries to the patient. | Formal reprimand, $1500 admin penalty payable within 45 days |
| Evans, Tom R. | 5177 | Houston | 2007-35 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain necessary continuing education (CE) hours for calendar
year 2006. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Gaither, Richard | 2898 | San Antonio | 2006-26 | 06/14/2007 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed
to
maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration from 1998
to 2005. |
$500 Admin Penalty payable within 45 days. |
| Gallegos, Erik | 10057 | San Antonio | 2007-28 | 06/14/2007 | Continuing Education, Substance Abuse, Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Admitted
that
he attempted to obtain hydrocodone for self-use. Admitted that
he took buphrenophrine from his clinic for self-use. In March
2007, DPS reported that veterinarian had attempted to obtain
hydrocodone shortly after he had surrendered his DPS license.
Failed to obtain the necessary 17 hours of CE for calendar year
2006. |
Formal reprimand, $500 Admin penalty payable within 45 days; license suspended for 60 months, all of which is probated; continuation in the Board’s peer assistance program |
| Garza, Erica | 9324 | Austin | 2007-44 | 10/11/2007 | Other | Failed
to
assure that a veterinarian utilizing her DEA registration
maintained a DPS registration. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Gregory, Jon L | 4949 | Hewitt | 2007-03 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Obtained
only
11 hours of required continuing education (CE) for calendar year
2005. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Griffin, Patrick | 5186 | Temple | 2006-64 | 02/08/2007 | Record Keeping | Failed to produce records relating to the conditions and care of two dogs during boarding. | Informal Reprimand |
| Griffin, Patrick | 5186 | Temple | 2006-65 | 02/08/2007 | Other | Failed to cooperate with the Board in providing a narrative response and patient records pertaining to two complaints | Formal Reprimand |
| Griffin, Patrick | 5186 | Abilene | 2007-45 | 10/11/2007 | Substance Abuse | Dispensed
prescription
medications for personal use. |
Reprimand; $500 admin penalty; License suspended for 60 months, all probated; peer assistance; surrender DEA controlled substance certificate |
| Hardesty, Bruce | 7183 | Austin | 2007-33 | 10/11/2007 | Standard of Care, Records Keeping | Failed
to
timely treat a cat with possible urinary blockage, who later
died. Patient records for cat do not indicate a temperature,
weight, heart rate, respiration, mucus membrane color or details
of anesthetization or fluid administration. |
Formal Reprimand |
| Havelka, Kimberly | 7952 | Alief | 2007-16 | 02/08/2007 | Rabies Control | Failed to examine the patient and was not involved in the administration of the vaccine. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hicks, H. Shannon | 2618 | Katy | 2007-01 | 02/08/2007 | Standard of Care | Failed to complete surgical declaw on a cat. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hill, Danielle | 8547 | Austin | 2007-50 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
provide proof of necessary continuing education (CE) hours for
calendar year 2006. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Kennedy, James | 6255 | Austin | 2007-49 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
provide proof of necessary continuing education (CE) hours for
calendar years 2004, 2005, 2006. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Kerin, Charles | 5195 | Wylie | 2007-30 | 06/14/2007 | Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Performed bilateral entropion surgery when client only authorized for the right eye | Informal Reprimand |
| Lacy, David R. | 7966 | Vernon | 2007-31 | 06/14/2007 | Standard of Care | While preparing for patient examination, client unsuccessfully attempted to place a muzzle on her sick dachshund. Dr. Lacy picked up the struggling dog by the jaws. The dog began to whine and scream, and the client thought her dog was biting his tongue. Vet then threw the dog on the exam table and the dog defecated. | Informal Reprimand |
| Loggins, Reuben | 1782 | West Columbia | 2007-13 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Unable
to
provide proof of any hours of continuing education (CE) as
required by law for the years 2003, 2004, and 2005. |
$1,500 Admin Penalty |
| Ludwig, Eddie | 3786 | Sour Lake | 2007-36 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain necessary continuing education (CE) hours for calendar
year 2006. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| McCarroll, John D. | 4159 | Pilot Point | 578- 07-2120 |
2007 |
Other |
Allowed
unlicensed
employee to sign veterinary health documents. |
Formal Reprimand; $2,500 admin. penalty |
| McDaniel, Betty | 6143 | Forest Hill | 2007-19 | 02/08/2007 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to assure that a veterinarian utilizing her DEA registration maintained a DPS registration | $500 Admin Penalty |
| McPherson, Mary B | 4563 | Glenwood, New Mexico | 2007-11 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire all of the 34 hours of continuing education required for reactivation of her license | |
| Murphy, Todd | 7782 | Round Rock | 2007-43 | 10/11/2007 | Other | Granted
permission
to employee vet who did not have a current DPS controlled
substance registration to administer and dispense controlled
substances under his DEA registration. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Ramos-Helaire, Isabel | 8707 | Pearland | 2007-05 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained during calendar
year 2005. Documents revealed that she only obtained 11 hours of
CE for 2005. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Rannals, Randy | 4176 | Whitehouse | 2007-37 | 10/11/2007 | Other | DPS
controlled
substance registration terminated due to delinquency.
During time of termination Respondent administered controlled
substances to animals. Respondent determined that the renewal
notice sent by DPS had been sent to an old box number and had
been returned unopened to the DPS. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Reesing, Ernest | 2214 | Alpine | 2007-48 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain necessary continuing education (CE) hours for calendar
year 2006. Respondent stated that he received only seven CE
hours due to retiring from full-time veterinary work. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Rich, Rosemary | 6302 | Gladewater | 2007-26 | 06/14/2007 | Continuing Education | Could
not
show proof of continuing education (CE) obtained during calendar
years 2004 and 2005. |
$750 Admin penalty payable within 45 days |
| Sanders, H. Dan | 3146 | Conroe | 2007-04 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education for 2003 and 2004 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Sargent, Nathan | 9999 | Prosper | 2007-38 | 10/11/2007 | Other | DPS
controlled
substance registration terminated due to delinquency. During
time of termination Respondent administered controlled
substances to animals. Respondent reported that the DPS renewal
letter had been returned by the post office. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Schmurr, Michael | 7458 | Orange | 2007-46 | 10/11/2007 | Substance Abuse | Admitted
ketamine
addiction. |
Formal Reprimand; $500 admin penalty; License suspended for 60 months, all probated; peer assistance; surrender DEA controlled substance certificate |
| Scroggs, Milton | 2078 | San Angelo | 2007-34 | 10/11/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain necessary continuing education (CE) hours for 2005 and
2006. Respondent requested an extension of time from the Board,
but the request arrived after the deadline. |
$500 Admin Penalty |
| Shilling, C.R. | 3017 | Lufkin | 2007-39 | 10/11/2007 | Other | DPS
controlled
substance registration terminated due to delinquency. During
time of termination Respondent administered controlled
substances to animals. Respondent reported to the Board that he
had recently changed his clinic address and did not receive some
of the mail sent to his old address. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Shomette, William | 8011 | Carrollton | 2007-40 | 10/11/2007 | Other | DPS
controlled
substance registration terminated due to delinquency. During
some of the period without a controlled substance registration,
Respondent administered controlled substances to animals.
Respondent reported that he had renewed his practice in 2007 but
had failed to renew his DPS registration. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Spangler, Curt | 8419 | Farmersville | 2007-41 | 10/11/2007 | Other | DPS
controlled
substance registration terminated due to delinquency. During
time of termination Respondent administered controlled
substances to animals. Respondent reported that he had recently
changed his address twice and had failed to inform the DPS of
his second move. Thus the renewal notice was lost. |
$500 Admin penalty |
| Stephens, David | 6874 | Aubrey | 2007-14 | 02/08/2007 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to assure that a veterinarian utilizing his DEA registration maintained a DPS registration | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Swann, Herman | 2663 | Richardson | 2007-07 | 02/08/2007 | Treatment of Humans | Allowed an employee to take a small amount of a controlled substance | Formal Reprimand |
| Tarpley, Raymond | 3157 | College Station | 2006-57 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education for 2005 and 2006 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Taylor, John | 3652 | Magnolia | 2007-12 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education for 2006 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Warren, David | 7435 | Beeville | 2007-09 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education for 2004 and 2006 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| White, Claude | 6539 | College Station | 2007-10 | 02/08/2007 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required continuing education for reactivation of a license | $250 Admin Penalty |
| 2006
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Baker, James M. | 1358 | Edinburg | 2006-09 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for 2003 & 2004 | $500 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence Exam; JE not more often than ever 10 working days; suspension if not passed. |
| Baker, James M. | 1358 | Edinburg | 2006-21 | 06/15/2006 | Responsibility for unlicensed and licensed employees | Allowed employee Angel Gonzales to practice veterinary medicine without a license | Formal Reprimand; $5,000 Admin Penalty, Suspended for 24 months, Stayed for 22, down for 60 days |
| Brasher, John | 3899 | Houston | 2006-11 | 02/16/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to take a radiograph early in the treatment protocol, after noting that a dog’s leg was swollen and deteriorating after surgery. By failing to refer the patient to a specialist after a second surgery; and by failing to change his treatment protocol when a histopahthology indicated a possible malignant tumor. | Informal Reprimand |
| Broussard, Rickey | 6391 | Ingleside | 2006-49 | 10/12/2006 | Unauthorized Treatment | Performed an unnecessary or unauthorized treatment | Informal Reprimand |
| Brown, Clarence | 3378 | Frisco | 2006-03 | 06/15/2006 | Standard of Care, Record Keeping; Duty to Cooperate | Failed to properly diagnose and treat a patient; failed to maintain complete and accurate patient records; failed to timely submit a narrative account of the events surrounding his treatment of the animal, as requested by the Board | Formal Reprimand Admin Penalty of $1,000, Jurisprudence |
| Burnside, Paul | 8739 | Plano | 2006-19 | 06/15/2006 | Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity & Fair Dealing | Euthanized an animal after the client had declined the procedure and altered another patient’s records to account for Euthasol utilized. | Formal Reprimand |
| Chucle, Jeanne | 7324 | Houston | 2006-51 | 10/12/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to provide adequate care for an animal whose condition was deteriorating, even though she had a written pre-authorization to provide all necessary treatment and medications. | Formal Reprimand; Admin. Penalty $500 |
| Costello, David | 3733 | Kaufman | 2006-07 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2004 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Cox, James L. | 5254 | Sugar Land | 2006-46 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for Calendar years 2003 and 2004. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| DeRusha, Randal | 8315 | Aubrey | 2006-59 | 10/12/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire 7 of the required 17 hours for 2004. | Admin. Penalty $500 |
| Dwyer, Kevin | 4706 | Salado | 2006-31 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for Calendar years 2005, 2004 and 2003. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Easter, Joe | 7336 | Whitesboro | 2006-40 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to ensure that veterinarians utilizing his DEA certification to administer controlled substances held a DPS registration. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Elmer, Phillip | 6737 | Porter | 2006-61 | 10/12/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE for 2003 | Admin. Penalty $250 |
| Escobedo, Michael | 6413 | Dallas | 2006-10 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2002 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Fearneyhough, Malcomb | 4111 | College Station | 2006-28 | 10/12/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE hours for calendar year 2005. | Admin. Penalty, $500 |
| Fox, Heather | 8454 | Dallas | 2006-15 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for 2002 and failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2003. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Gattis, Robert | 3078 | Whitewright | 2006-37 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar year 2005. | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 17 hrs Ce in CY2006 |
| Gattis, Robert | 3078 | Whitewright | 2006-38 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration from 9/30/05 through 3/6/06 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Goebel, Justin | 9757 | Colorado City | 2006-04 | 02/16/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Griffin, Elizabeth | 5835 | Longview | 2006-41 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for Calendar years 2005, 2004 and 2003. | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 17 hrs CE in CY06 |
| Hardesty, Bruce | 7183 | Austin | 2006-50 | 10/12/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to begin a treatment for Sarcoptic mites, even with an initial negative skin scrape when confronted with symptoms of crusty ears, generalized itching, non-responsive treatment protocols, and a human rash. | Informal Reprimand |
| Harrison, Betsy W. | 2903 | Marion | 2006-47 | 06/15/2006 | Other | Voluntary
surrender
of license. |
|
| Hefner, Gary | 2906 | Allen | 2006-48 | 10/12/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform a fluorescein stain test and instead administered a topical steroid ointment to an eye in the presence of a puncture wound or corneal lesion, which is contraindicated. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hill, George | 5189 | Floresville | 2006-58 | 10/12/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire all of the CE required for 2003 and 2004 | Admin. Penalty $500 |
| Isbell, Woodrow | 3771 | Arkansas | 2006-54 | 10/12/2006 | Veterinary-client patient relationship | Failed to establish a valid VCP prior to dispensing prescriptions | Formal Reprimand |
| Jacks, Richard | 7193 | Roanoke | 2006-16 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education for 2004. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Jenkins, Dennis | 6021 | Santa Fe | 2006-32 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for calendar year 2005 | $500, Obtain 7.5 in CY2006 |
| Koski, Wayne | 2770 | Ravenna | 2006-34 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for calendar year 2003 and 2004 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Koski, Wayne | 2770 | Ravenna | 2006-35 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration since 5/31/02 | $2,000 Admin Penalty, Jurisprudence |
| Mancil, Semira | 10129 | Whitesboro | 2006-27 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Marr, Catherine | 4244 | McAllen | 2006-18 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2002 & 2003 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Mohr, Charles | 6844 | Andrews | 2006-44 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar year 2005 | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 17 hrs CE in CY06 |
| Neill, Ralph | 4164 | Laredo | 2006-17 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Did not obtain continuing education in 2003 and 2004 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Patin, Phillip | 7828 | Bulverde | 2006-43 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar year 2005 | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 15 hrs CE in CY06 |
| Peterson, Hans | 2579 | Kaufman | 2006-53 | 10/12/2006 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Petree, Janice | 8212 | Longview | 2006-62 | 10/12/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to x-ray and correctly diagnose and treat a patient | Formal Reprimand; 6 hours CE in critical care medicine by 12/31/07, in addition to 17 required for renewal. |
| Riddle, Benjamin | 2655 | Dallas | 2006-08 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Schneider, Dale | 9511 | Peaster | 2006-45 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar years 2004 and 2005. | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 17 hrs CE in CY06 |
| Schultze, Donald | 1996 | Richardson | 2006-12 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for 2003 & 2004. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Schweers, Danette | 7935 | San Antonio | 2006-63 | 10/12/2006 | Rabies | Failed to determine that all reporting requirements were taken care of and make the necessary calls to have an animal’s body picked up and processed after learning the animal had bitten and scratched two children | Formal Reprimand |
| Scott, Thomas | 10265 | Whitesboro | 2006-39 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Sims, Kellie | 7801 | Bryan | 2006-14 | 02/16/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2004 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Sorenson, Jennifer | 7294 | San Antonio | 2006-23 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar year 2002, renewal year 2003 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Stumbo, Barney | 2004 | Fort Worth | 2006-36 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to ensure that a veterinarian utilizing his DEA registration maintained a DPS registration as required | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Thomas, Susan L. | 4782 | Spring | 2006-02 | 02/16/2006 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to refer a patient for emergency observation after the patient bled profusely during surgery and continued to bleed after surgery. The animal later died from blood loss; failed to maintain complete and accurate patient records. | Formal Reprimand |
| Thompson, Patricia Gale | 8273 | Tyler | 2006-13 | 02/16/2006 | Practicing Vet Med without a License | Practiced
veterinary
medicine without a license during March 2002. |
Official Reprimand; must take JP within 45 days and pass, if does not take and pass license suspended until such time as passes JP exam |
| Unrein, Brenda | 10232 | Aubrey | 2006-55 | 10/12/2006 | Controlled Substance Certification | Failed to maintain a DPS certificate as required by law. | Admin. Penalty $500 |
| Urso, Joe | 2366 | Kaufman | 2006-05 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration | Admin Penalty of $2,500, Jurisprudence |
| Valerius, Jack | 2224 | Harlingen | 2006-06 | 02/16/2006 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an unlicensed individual to administer rabies vaccines while Dr. Valerius was out of the office | $1,750 Admin Penalty, Jurisprudence Exam; JE not more often than every 10 working days; suspension if not passed. |
| Valerius, Jackie | 2224 | Harlingen | 2006-20 | 06/15/2006 | Narcotic/Script; Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Failed to maintain adequate records for Ritalin, a Schedule II drug; Dispensed Ritalin when not necessary and for other than medically sound reasons; Failed to determine if drug was actually administered to the animals; Failed to utilize Triplicate Prescription form as prescribed by the Texas Controlled Substances Act. | Formal Reprimand; $5,000 Admin Penalty, Suspended for 24 months, Stayed for 22, down for 60 days |
| Webb, Christy | 8211 | Amarillo | 2006-30 | 06/15/2006 | Standard of Care | Failed to euthanize an animal after being instructed by the client to do so; advising cage rest without stabilization for an animal with a fractured femur; and not providing follow-up on a dog’s condition after release. | Formal Reprimand; Jurisprudence; 6 hours CE in orthopedics |
| Whitfield, Conrad | 10317 | Midland | 2006-56 | 10/12/2006 | Violation of Board Order | Failed to comply with the requirement that the supervising veterinarian file notice with the Board that he was indeed acting as respondent’s supervisor and failing to ensure that the supervising veterinarian filed quarterly reports with the board | Formal Reprimand; Admin. Penalty $500 |
| Wilson, Robert | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 2006-42 | 06/15/2006 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required CE hours for calendar year 2005 | $500 Admin Penalty, additional 17 hrs CE in CY06 |
| 2005
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Anderson, William C. | 4633 | Fort Worth | 2005-43 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform a complete ovariohysterectomy on a patient, which resulted in additional stress on the patient and additional expense to the owner | Informal Reprimand |
| Andrews, Belinda | 9204 | Pampa | 2005-60 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Atha, Michael | 8722 | Dalhart | 2005-61 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety for the period beginning 11/15/01 and ending 06/22/05 | $2,000 Admin Penalty |
| Bass, Rachel (Roark) | 8726 | Dallas | 2005-44 | 06/09/2005 | Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to obtain authorization prior to treating a patient | Informal Reprimand |
| Bennett, Joe | 3230 | Mexia | 2005-36 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping |
Failed to investigate the cause of anemia in a patient; failed to conduct blood work; failed to communicate the patient’s condition to the client; failed to provide medication and/or instructions upon discharge; failed to present the option of seeking after hours care at an emergency clinic to the client | Formal Reprimand; Obtain 8 hours of Board approved CE in emergency medicine within 18 months of date of order. |
| Brown, Stacy | 9530 | Van Alstyne | 2005-09 | 02/17/2005 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety. | Official Reprimand, Civil Penalty of $250; Jurisprudence |
| Carter, Gary L. | 9026 | Grand Prairie | 2005-63 | 10/13/2005 | Other | Referred to Peer Assistance for evaluation and treatment, entered an evaluation and rehabilitation program in Louisiana but left the program against medical advice. | Voluntary License Suspension |
| Chucle, Jeanne | 7324 | Houston | 2005-21 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to immediately start the patient and the client’s other dog on vitamin K1 when the patient was presented for possible poisoning and continue the therapy; provided incorrect information on clotting times to the client; failed to investigate when a sudden decline in HCT indicated a possible bleeding event. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500 |
| Cox, James L. | 5254 | Sugar Land | 2005-25 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Duty to Cooperate; Licensee Address | Failed to adequately diagnose and treat a patient; Failed to respond to requests in a timely manner; Failed to notify the Board of residence address | Form Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,250; Complete 4 hours of CE in approved course of Emergency Medicine and provide proof of completion within 12 months of order. |
| Culp, Larry D. | 3916 | Amarillo | 2005-07 | 02/17/2005 | Treatment of Humans; Record Keeping; Narcotics | Prescribed hydrocodone cough syrup for an employee’s dog, knowing that the drug was for the intended use of an employee; Notated in patient records that a prescribed controlled substance was for an animal, when the drug’s intended use was for an employee; Failed to establish adequate security to prevent unauthorized access to controlled substances; Failed to maintain accurate, complete controlled substance records. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000, Jurisprudence Exam; Submit all controlled substances logs and records at the end of 180 days and again at the end of 360 days. |
| Dozier, Cheritha R. | 8918 | Benbrook | 2005-15 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly research new information for a kitten that tested positive for FIV and present the option of interval retesting | Formal Reprimand |
| Fletcher, Donald S. | 4114 | Stephenville | 2005-46 | 06/09/2005 | Accreditation; Adherence To Law | Issued Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI) on cattle who had not been tested or vaccinated for brucellosis and/or TB. | At least a 2-year suspension. Can petition Board for reinstatement after 2 years, suspension will remain in effect until reinstatement granted. |
| Foskey, Jason R. | 8878 | Orange | 2005-12 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Administered a larger than recommended dosage of metronidazole and failed to discontinue the medication when the first adverse effects of the drug became evident. | Informal Reprimand |
| Freeman, Leon | 3927 | Houston | 2005-53 | 10/13/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Administered Rimadyl and Depo- Medrol concurrently when doing so was medically contraindicated due to possible serious adverse effects to the gastrointestinal tract of dogs; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records | Formal Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty; Submit 5 patient records within 4 months |
| Haglund, William | 3084 | Houston | 2005-19 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to remove the entire uterus from a patient as is the accepted medical definition of an ovariohysterectomy. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hartzoge, Riordan | 7350 | Midland | 2005-52 | 10/13/2005 | Records Keeping | Patient records lack patient history, physical findings, diagnoses, rule-outs, and treatment plans. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hearon, Kendra | 9987 | Addison | 2005-55 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Hempel, Shelley | 5312 | Sachse | 2005-11 | 02/17/2005 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $750; Jurisprudence Exam |
| Hodges, Stuart Dallas | 8351 | Willis | 2006-01 | 10/13/2005 | Other | Convicted of federal criminal offenses: the production and possession of child pornography | |
| Hooper, Thomas | 6015 | Nederland | 2005-26 | 06/09/2005 | Duty to Cooperate; Licensee Address | Failed to respond to requests for information; Failed to notify Board of valid mailing address. | Informal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500 |
| Hudson, Rebecca | 7007 | Houston | 2005-38 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to rule out other causes of GI problems, such as a bleeding disorder, chronic use of Rimadyl, and problems that cause hyponatremia, such as Addison’s Disease; Failed to institute a broad assessment and aggressive therapeutic protocol; Failed to send medications home with the patient upon discharge; Failed to provide IV therapy | Informal Reprimand |
| Huizinga, Timothy R | 9060 | Plano | 2005-14 | 02/17/2005 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $250; Jurisprudence Exam |
| Johnson, Douglas M. | 2923 | Lake Jackson | 2005-28 | 06/09/2005 | Labeling of Medications; Record Keeping | Failed to include the name of the dispensing veterinarian, the date of dispensing, name of drug, and name of client on a medication label; Failed to include dosages, concentration, or routes of administration of a drug in patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Keller, Michael E. | 3100 | Sonora | 2005-40 | 06/09/2005 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours for 2004, renewal year 2005 | Civil Penalty of $250 |
| King, Leonard A. (Jr.) | 6657 | Bryan | 2004-30 | 10/13/2005 | Record Keeping; Avoidance of Guaranteed Cures | Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records; Assured a client that a surgery was “successful” when the patient was suffering from extreme hypothermia and not communicating to the client the seriousness of the animal’s condition. | Formal Reprimand |
| Kinnard, Darrell | 3595 | Mabank | 2005-06 | 02/17/2005 | Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing; Notice to Clients | Inflated his standard boarding charges without good cause; refused to return a clients’ animals upon demand; refused to provide client with a detailed accounting of fees charged and a copy of a consent form for a spay upon request by the client. Failed to provide a written notification of how a complaint may be filed with the Board in his clinic. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000 |
| Klein, Kimberly | 7362 | Helotes | 2005-16 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Attempted to induce vomiting, putting the patient at risk for aspiration, prior to identifying through radiographs or endoscope, the location of an object; performing a gastrotomy when radiographs would have revealed that the object was not in the stomach. | Formal Reprimand |
| Knowles, Lewis | 6030 | Longview | 2005-29 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to offer a client a pre-surgery consent form, investigate the possible cause of death, offer a necropsy, and failed to monitor a dog’s vital signs during or after surgery; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records. | Formal Reprimand |
| Lacy, David R. | 7966 | Vernon | 2005-62 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Lee, Sonja | 2428 | Lubbock | 2005-24 | 06/09/2005 | Unauthorized Treatment | Performed an unauthorized de-claw. | Informal Reprimand |
| Levis, Kristina | 9913 | Dalhart | 2005-59 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| MacDonald, Angus | 2638 | Dallas | 2005-45 | 06/09/2005 | Prescription Drugs; Treatment of Humans; Adherence to Law; Supervision of Non-licensed Employee | Wrote prescriptions for and dispensed prescription drugs for use by a human; Continued to possess and use controlled substances after surrendering DEA registration; improperly supervised a non-licensed employee and/or the improper delegation of veterinary treatment responsibility to a non-licensed person. | Official Reprimand; 2-year stayed suspension, program; Quarterly written reports on status of practice and compliance with order; comply with conditions of Peer Assistance and Treatment Program; inform Board if he ceases participating in or complying with program. |
| Maltby, Marilyn | 6473 | Austin | 2005-27 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly inspect and re-wrap a splint and consult and properly follow-up with the client to ascertain the condition and progression of cancer in a patient | Informal Reprimand |
| Mandola, Joseph | 4980 | Richmond | 2005-30 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to properly investigate, diagnose and comprehensively treat a long-term chronic intestinal dysfunction of a patient and by performing surgery on an animal suspected of having cancer because of the possibility of aggravating the spread of the cancer cells; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $2,000, Submit, within 12 months of order, complete patient records of at least 8 patients treated during that 12 month period |
| McCann, Michael | 2431 | Houston | 2005-49 | 10/13/2005 | Standard of Care | Unsubstantiated diagnosis based on substandard radiographs | Informal Reprimand |
| Melmed, Caeley | 8574 | Dallas | 2005-58 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Molidor, Lisa | 5782 | Plano | 2005-13 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to convey the seriousness of a patient’s condition; failed to administer IV fluids while the patient was awaiting surgery; and failed to administer the appropriate amount of IV fluids during and after surgery | Formal Reprimand |
| Mortensen, Jaymes | 5332 | Keller | 2005-34 | 06/09/2005 | Treatment of Humans | Wrote prescriptions for his wife and children | Formal Reprimand, 1-year stayed suspension |
| Nelson, Derrick A. | 9359 | LaPorte | 2005-18 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to administer sufficient fluids to a patient to address 6-8% dehydration. | Informal Reprimand |
| Parker, Jerry | 3625 | Benbrook | 2005-17 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to conduct sufficient diagnostics and treatment to find the cause of bleeding and anemia and confirm possible liver and kidney failure; No emphasizing the seriousness of the patient’s condition to the client; Not offering options such as continued hospitalization, euthanasia, referral, or blood transfusion; Utilizing subcutaneous fluids when IV fluids would have been a better choice; and not discussing the acute condition of the patient and discharge instructions with the client. | Formal Reprimand |
| Pfohl, Jessica | 9924 | Plano | 2005-57 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Riccitello, Robert | 7396 | Montgomery | 2005-47 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to use sterile syringes, returning non-sterile medications to original containers; Failed to properly identify horses to be treated; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Formal Reprimand; 2-year stayed suspension, probation; Civil Penalty of $1,250; Jurisprudence, not more frequently than 10 working days from last sitting. |
| Russell, Jennifer M. | 8380 | Flower Mound | 2005-48 | 10/13/2005 | Standard of Care | Performed an unauthorized procedure | Informal Reprimand |
| Siagi, Abraham | 8969 | Arlington | 2005-51 | 10/13/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to a) emphasize to a client the importance of a fecal examination in light of symptoms presented; b) examine the patient after receiving complaints of constipation; and c) find and diagnose masses in the animal’s right hip and rectal area. | Formal Reprimand |
| Stone, Timothy R. | 3530 | San Antonio | 2005-08 | 02/17/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform diagnostics such as a fecal examination and blood work for a patient presented several times for chronic weight loss and vomiting | Formal Reprimand |
| Szabo, Stephanie | 9933 | Dallas | 2005-56 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Tamas, Ferdinand | 8086 | Richmond | 2005-31 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to discuss with a client the possibility of cancer in a patient, provide follow-up treatment or refer the patient to a specialist; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000; submit, within 12 months of the date of order, complete patient records of at least eight patients treated during that 12-month period. |
| Tamas, Ferdinand | 8086 | Richmond | 2005-33 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to properly evaluate and treat a patient’s condition; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records | Informal Reprimand |
| Thurmond, David | 7833 | Richmond | 2005-32 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care | Knew or should have known of a notation in a patient record that a patient had “multiple soft tissue swelling in colon, possible colon cancer,” but failed to discuss the matter with the client, provide followup treatment or refer the patient to a specialist | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000; submit, within 12-months of the date of the order, complete patient records of at least eight patients treated during that 12-month period. |
| Tiller, Robert | 4002 | Waskom | 2005-35 | 06/09/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to draw blood for analysis and address medical issues when it became apparent that the patient was in difficulty and appearing nervous; Failed to assure that his chute was working properly. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500 |
| Tunmire, Kimberly L. | 5465 | Waco | 2005-42 | 06/09/2005 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE hours for 2004, renewal year 2005 | Civil Penalty of $500 |
| Wagers, Harold | 3162 | Baytown | 2005-50 | 10/13/2005 | Standard of Care | Failed to consult with a client about the need for continued monitoring for a patient who posed an elevated risk due to vomiting that occurred during and after surgery and by failing to give the client the option of an afterhours facility or monitoring at home | Formal Reprimand |
| Walters, Shawna | 9629 | Caldwell | 2005-41 | 06/09/2005 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required CE hours for 2004, renewal year 2005 | Civil Penalty of $250 |
| Warren, John R. | 9974 | Little Elm | 2005-54 | 10/13/2005 | Misuse of DEA Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Welch, Mary A. | 8719 | Rockwall | 2005-10 | 02/17/2005 | Narcotics Registration | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500; Jurisprudence Exam |
| Wilson, Darr F. | 2289 | Webster | 2005-37 | 06/09/2005 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Wilson, Robert L. | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 2005-39 | 06/09/2005 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required CE hours for 2004, renewal year 2005 | Civil Penalty of $250 |
| Wolfe, Stanley R | 6920 | Wylie | 578-05 -28-26 |
02/17/2005 | Standard of Care; Other – Duty to Cooperate With The Board | Failed to catheterize a patient, to provide IV fluid therapy or other method of delivering fluids to the patient during and following surgery; Failed to remove two gauze pads placed in the patient in the area of the patient’s left kidney and ovary during surgery; Provided inaccurate information to the Board’s investigator. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000 |
| 2004
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Bierschwale, Mark | 6778 | Fredericksburg | 2004-19 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours during 2001, for renewal year 2002. | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Burchers, Jack M | 2395 | San Antonio | 2005-01 | 10/14/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to take radiographs, properly determine the extent of injuries, present client with options for treating the injury, or treat a laceration. | Formal Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1,000; Jurisprudence Exam; 6 hours CE (2 hrs in practice management, 2 hrs in surgery and anesthesia and 2 hrs in pharmacology); Submit copies of 5 patient records each month for 6 consecutive months. |
| Cooper, Gary W. | 2882 | Granbury | 2004-32 | 10/14/2004 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping | Administered an excessive dose of Ketophen to a patient as well as NSAIDs (Ketophen and Rimadyl); failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records. | Formal Reprimand |
| DuBois, Marcia L. | 6802 | Houston | 2004-05 | 02/19/2004 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Other – Alternate Therapies | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to examine a sick patient on October 13th; Failed to inform clients of the patient’s deteriorating condition from October 11th through October 13th; Failed to obtain a signed statement from a patient’s owner acknowledging that acupuncture and holistic medicine are alternate therapies | Official Reprimand, $500 Civil Penalty, Jurisprudence Exam. If JE not passed, license is suspended until a passing score is obtained, maybe taken once every 10 days. |
| Dusek, Jimmy J. | 3739 | San Angelo | 2004-26 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004. | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Ellsworth, Virginia B. | 9434 | Houston | 2004-28 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004. | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Fernandez,
Lisa (Okonsky) |
7883 | Austin | 2005-04 | 10/14/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001 and 2003. | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Gilmore, Chrystal | 9402 | Comanche | 2004-35 | 10/14/2004 | Controlled Substance Certification | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $250; Jurisprudence |
| Gregory, Jon L. | 4949 | Hewitt | 2004-16 | 06/17/2004 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Rabies Control | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters, de-claws and some dog neuters; Allowed an unlicensed employee to administer rabies vaccines in his absence and without his supervision. | Formal Reprimand; $2,500 Civil Penalty; Jurisprudence Exam |
| Hall, Sterling | 3413 | Houston | 2004-09 | 06/17/2004 | Standard of Care; Allowing Illegal Practice | Failed to properly supervise the administration of a skin dip by a nonlicensed person who had not previously done the p ocedure at his clinic; Failed to properly supervise the actions of a non-licensed person who had not previously performed the procedure at the Respondents clinic. | Formal Reprimand |
| Hance, Robbie | 8341 | Irving | 2004-12 | 06/17/2004 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records relating to any previous discussions concerning the neutering of a dog. This action may have contributed to the confusion concerning which animal required neutering. | Formal Reprimand; $500 Civil Penalty |
| Harbison, Robert M. | 4799 | Little Rock | NA | 06/17/2004 | Felony Conviction | Convicted
in
Arkansas of sexual assault, a Class C felony. |
|
| Hare, Marvin W. | 3087 | Jones Creek | 2004-25 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004 | $500 Civil Penalty |
| Herndon, Kim E. | 7754 | Austin | 2004-29 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004 | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Hill, Daniel | 2048 | San Antonio | 2004-10 | 06/17/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to consider, when sedating a patient, that the patient had eaten before sedation, and failed to secure written or oral consent for the sedation procedure. | Informal Reprimand |
| Kelly, R. J. | 2628 | Austin | 2004-08 | 02/19/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to administer Benadryl prior to administering a rabies vaccine after having been advised by the client that the animal was allergic to the vaccine and required pretreatment with Benadryl. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 Civil Penalty |
| Kelly, R.J. | 2628 | Austin | 2004-13 | 06/17/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to notate the condition of a dog’s leg and splint prior to discharge on September 23, 2003. | Formal Reprimand |
| Kelso, Penny | 8096 | Lubbock | 578-03 -1557 |
04/29/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to remove all pups from a patient prior to closing the uterus, necessitating another surgery to deliver the remaining puppies | Formal Reprimand; 1-year probated suspension; Administrative Penalty of $2,000 |
| Kincaid, Joseph A | 5060 | Anthony | 2004-33 | 10/14/2004 | Alternative Therapies; Patient Record Keeping; Display of Degree, Certificate, or Title from Approved Institutions Only; Prohibition Against Treatment of Humans | Failed to (a) secure a signed statement from the client, acknowledging that homeopathy is an alternate therapy in veterinary medicine and approving its use in the treatment of the patient; and (b) inform the client of the conventional treatments available and their probable ability to cure a problem; failed to maintain complete and accurate details that are necessary to substantiate treatment of patients; Included the letters “D.V.M., N.D.” on his business card. “N.D.” stands for “Doctor of Nauturopathy.” The title, as it pertains to veterinary medicine, was granted or designated by an institution not approved by the Board; Acknowledged that he provides naturopathy treatments and remedies to humans as well as animals and he includes “Natural Healing for Pets and People” on his business card. | Formal Reprimand; $1500 Administrative Penalty; Jurisprudence Exam |
| Kinnard, Darrell | 3595 | Mabank | 2004-34 | 10/14/2004 | Honesty, Integrity, and Fair Dealing | Failed to timely euthanize a horse as agreed | Formal Reprimand; Jurisprudence; Submit 6 patient records within 6 months of order |
| Klein, Kimberly | 7362 | San Antonio | 2004-17 | 06/17/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to euthanize a patient in a timely and humane manner, which resulted in the animal living for 24 hours after the euthanasia solution was administered. | Informal Reprimand |
| Kleypas, Martha | 7761 | Austin | 2005-03 | 10/14/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE for calendar years 2001-2003. | Civil Penalty - $750 |
| Ledger, Austin L. | 9069 | Copperas Cove | 2004-36 | 10/14/2004 | Controlled Substance Certification | Failed to possess a controlled substance registration from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500; Jurisprudence |
| Love, James | 2429 | Paris | 2004-15 | 06/17/2004 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand; Jurisprudence Exam |
| McClendon, Sonya | 7774 | Marshall | 2005-05 | 10/14/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to administer fluids to a dehydrated patient; and simultaneously administered Rimadyl and Banamine, which is contraindicated. | Formal Reprimand |
| Millen, Lorna | 9447 | Round Rock | 2004-22 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004 | $500 Civil Penalty |
| Miller, Charles | 2940 | San Angelo | 2004-23 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours during 2003, for renewal year 2004 | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Mortensen, Jaymes P. | 5332 | Keller | 2004-31 | 10/14/2004 | Standard of Care | Slammed a cat’s carrier (with the cat inside) on a metal examining table, punched the carrier on both ends, and yelled and cursed. | Informal Reprimand |
| Myrick, Richard | 7985 | Highland Haven | 2004-20 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours during 2002, for renewal year 2003 | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Okonsky (Fernandez), Lisa | 7883 | Austin | 2005-04 | 10/14/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE for calendar years 2001 and 2003 | Civil Penalty - $500 |
| Osher, Anne P. | 6754 | Houston | 2004-02 | 02/19/2004 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Overton, Michael | 4166 | Allen | 2004-01 | 02/19/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately diagnose the dog’s condition and provide treatment options to the client, which necessitated the client taking the dog to another veterinarian. | Formal Reprimand |
| Rich, Rosemary | 6302 | Keller | 2004-24 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Did
not
obtain any of the required continuing education (CE) hours in
2003, renewal year 2004. |
$250 Civil Penalty |
| Rogers, Ricky C. | 4182 | Corsicana | 2004-06 | 02/19/2004 | Advertising; Narcotic/Script | Placed a statement in a service information brochure for the Rogers Animal Hospital that stated that Dr. Rogers “specializes in Herd and Stocker/Feeder Cattle Consultation” when no such specialization is recognized by a specialty board of veterinary medicine; Failed to establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship prior to compounding drugs. | Formal Reprimand |
| Royse, Kenneth | 1866 | Pampa | 2004-21 | 10/14/04 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE for renewal year 2003 | $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Shelton, Michael | 8255 | Plano | 2004-07 | 02/19/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to use skin scrapings and properly diagnose and treat a patient, which led to extensive follow-up treatment by other veterinarians | Informal Reprimand |
| Simer, Robert J. | 6944 | Ochiltree | 2004-04 | 02/19/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to conduct adequate diagnostic testing to determine the cause of a hemorrhagic enteritis and to determine other possible causes of a dog’s condition; Prematurely discontinued antibiotic treatment when the cause of an enteritis was not established; Released a dog after an observation period of only a day and a half; Failed to perform a discharge examination for approximately 12 hours prior to release; Release of a sick animal; and the release of an animal without any oral or written discharge instructions. | Official Reprimand, $500 Civil Penalty, Jurisprudence Exam |
| Slator, Deborah L. | 3820 | Llano | 2004-18 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain any of the required continuing education hours during 2002, for renewal year 2003 | $250 Civil Penalty |
| Smith, Darrell G. | 8838 | Belton | 2004-27 | 06/17/2004 | Continuing Education | Did
not
obtain all the required 17 hours of continuing education (CE)
hours in 2003, renewal year 2004. |
$250 Civil Penalty |
| Smith, Paul | 2820 | Houston | 2004-14 | 06/17/2004 | Standard of Care | Failed to presumptively diagnose diabetes in a nine-year old patient based on elevated glucose levels; Failed to discuss with the client the possibility of diabetes based on the blood profile; Failed to perform a urinalysis to confirm the diagnosis; and Failed to re-check a patient’s glucose level when the patient was presented at a later date. | Formal Reprimand; $500 Civil Penalty |
| Tolle, Glenn E. | 5616 | Pilot Point | 2004-11 | 06/17/2004 | Issuance of Certificates Through Direct Knowledge Only; Minimum Security for Controlled Substances; Controlled Substances Record Keeping for Drugs on Hand | Failed to review Coggins test results from a horse prior to signing a certificate; Failed to establish adequate security to prevent the diversion of controlled substances; Failed to keep the required information in the controlled substances log. | Formal Reprimand; $1,000 Civil Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Townsend, Ted M. | 7244 | Austin | 2005-02 | 10/14/2004 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required CE for 2001, 2002, and 2003. | Civil Penalty - $750 |
| Trowbridge, Gail | 4596 | Sulpher Springs | 2004-03 | 02/19/2004 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to secure permission from a client before performing a necropsy. | Informal Reprimand |
| 2003
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Akin, Joel B. | 6921 | Dallas | 2003-28 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2003 | Civil penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Arand, Thomas C. | 5275 | Round Rock | 2003-17 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | Civil penalty of $500, payable within 45 days |
| Arnold, Christopher S. Christopher Arnold DVM |
8979 | Dallas | 2004-00 | 10/16/2003 | Felony Conviction | Convicted
of
second-degree felony: prescription fraud |
|
| Baker, James M. | 1358 | Edinburg | 2003-05 | 02/13/2003 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Narcotic / Script | Injected euthanasia solution into two dog’s thorax, instead of utilizing the accepted method; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances records. | Official Reprimand; $1,000 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence; 30-day Suspension; Suspension will continue in 30-day increments until Dr. Baker passes the Jurisprudence Exam |
| Ballard, Patricia | 5442 | Carrollton | 2003-14 | 06/12/2003 | Other – Alternative Therapies | Failed to provide a consent form to a client prior to prescribing Chinese herbs; Failed to utilize a consent form that conforms to Board standards. | Official Reprimand; Provide copies of revised alternative therapies consent forms to Board within 30 days. |
| Boutros, Christopher P. | 7715 | Waller | 2003-06 | 02/13/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Freund, Roger | 7343 | El Paso | 2003-36 | 10/16/2003 | Standard of Care | Failed to remove a patient’s anal glands, with the result being that the patient had to have additional surgery to remove the anal glands; Failed to inform the client at the time of surgery that gland removal may not have been complete. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Fussell, Richard | 2506 | Houston | 2003-22 | 10/16/2003 | Other – Duty to Cooperate with Board | Failed to respond to inquiries from Board investigators | Civil Penalty, $1000 payable within 45 days |
| Fussell, Richard | 2506 | Houston | 2003-23 | 10/16/2003 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Fussell, Richard | 2506 | Houston | 2003-34 | 10/16/2003 | Other – duty to Cooperate with Board. | Failed to respond to requests from investigators over a 7 and ½ month period, resulting in unnecessary delays in the investigation. | Official Reprimand, Civil Penalty of $2,000 payable within 45 days. License suspended for 12 months, suspension probated. Jurisprudence Exam |
| Fussell, Richard | 2506 | Houston | 2003-35 | 10/16/2003 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately test and perform timely diagnostic work on a patient suspected of having FIP and communicate with the client concerning the condition of the cat and available treatment options | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Garner, Stephen | 6424 | Nacogdoches | 2003-03 | 02/13/2003 | Standard of Care | Failed to arrange for proper monitoring of dogs for a period of almost 2 hours; Failed to assure that drying equipment was in proper working order. As a result, 2 dogs died of heat stroke after a low heat dryer failed to turn off. | Informal Reprimand |
| Gerdes, Matthew | 6425 | Winnsboro | 2003-02 | 02/13/2003 | Other – Controlled Substance Registration | Failed to renew a Department of Public Safety Controlled Substance Registration | Officially Reprimanded; $500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Gilbert, William W. | 7884 | Winnsboro | 2003-01 | 02/13/2003 | Other – Controlled Substance Registration | Failed to renew a Department of Public Safety Controlled Substance Registration | Officially Reprimanded; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence Examination |
| Harris, Stephen L. | 5308 | Dallas | 2003-16 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000, 2001 and 2002 | Civil penalty of $250, payable within 45 days. |
| Hendrix, Daniel V. | 8034 | Houston | 2003-26 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | Civil penalty of $250, payable within 45 days. |
| Hicks, James M. | 7187 | Cypress | 2003-10 | 02/13/2003 | Other – No Abuse of Position or Trust; Honesty, Integrity and Fair Dealing | Failed to complete a euthanasia as requested by a client, but instead allowed an employee to adopt the animal. | Informal Reprimand |
| Hicks, Russell | 8546 | Marble Falls | 2003-11 | 02/13/2003 | Other – Controlled Substance Registration | Failed to obtain a Department of Public Safety controlled substance registration. | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Hofstetter, Thomas R. | 5751 | Houston | 2003-32 | 10/16/2003 | Standard of Care | Diagnosed a tumor in a patient that was later determined to be nonexistent; Failed to reveal to the client that the dog’s primary problem related to liver disease; Administered a transfusion to a patient who may not have needed it. | Official Reprimand |
| Jager, Mitchel | 2622 | Waco | 2003-25 | 06/12/2003 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to properly and timely diagnose and treat a dog, which led to the dog’s eventual death; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Official Reprimand |
| Krull, Kaleta J. | 9068 | Austin | 2003-21 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2003. | Civil penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Lee, Christina M. | 7857 | Conroe | 2003-27 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2003. | Civil penalty of $250, payable within 45 days. |
| Malone, Clem E. | 2779 | Waco | 2003-37 | 10/16/2003 | Standard of Care | Failed to inform a client that he had not done a blood screen prior to surgery, depriving the client of the option not to proceed. | Informal Reprimand |
| Martin, Peter K | 5521 | Giddings | 2003-12 | 06/12/2003 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly castrate a goat so as to minimize bleeding and respond in a timely manner to the owner’s report that the goat was still bleeding after 5 hours. | Official Reprimand |
| Meintjes, Elmarie | 7550 | Dallas | 2003-18 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 and 2001. | Civil penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Moore, Lonnie | 3212 | Dallas | 2003-13 | 06/12/2003 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Muehlegger, Mary-Paige | 6490 | Cedar Park | 2003-15 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | On July 18, 2002, a board investigator conducted a compliance inspection on-site. Dr. Muehlegger could not produce evidence of having received at least 15 hours of CE for calendar year 1999. | Civil penalty of $250, payable within 45 days. |
| Munsell, Rodney | 6674 | North Richland Hills | 2003-31 | 10/16/2003 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate controlled substance logs. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $1000 payable within 45 days |
| Nazzal-Hobbs, Cheryl | 5535 | Gilmer | 2003-30 | 10/16/2003 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to promptly and professionally carry out the wishes of a client with regard to cremation of a dog | Informal Reprimand |
| Poteet, Brian | 7049 | Houston | 2003-24 | 06/12/2003 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Gave a dose of insulin ten time in excess of the amount that should have been administered to the patient; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Official Reprimand |
| Saldana, Sonya | 6310 | Addison | 2003-04 | 02/13/2003 | Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to perform a spay as requested by a client; The client was charged for the spay procedure. | Official Reprimand |
| Smrstick, Gary | 5138 | Austin | 2003-08 | 02/13/2003 | Other – Duty to Cooperate with Board; Narcotic/Script; Other – Compounding Drugs; Record Keeping | Allowed an un-licensed employee to compound drugs; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances records for drugs on hand; Failed to maintain minimum security for controlled substances; Failed to respond to Board investigators inquiries | Official Reprimand; $3,500 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence; 30-day Suspension; Suspension will continue in 30-day increments until Dr. Smrstick passes the Jurisprudence Exam |
| Smrstick, Gary | 5138 | Austin | 2003-20 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001, 2002 and 2003 | Civil penalty of $750, payable within 45 days. |
| Smrstick, Gary | 5138 | Austin | 2003-38 | 10/16/2003 | Violation of Board Order | Practiced veterinary medicine during a time when his license had been suspended for a period of 30 days | Official Reprimand; One year suspension all but 30 days probated. |
| Thompson, Howard W. | 7624 | Azle | 2003-29 | 06/12/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2003 | Civil penalty of $500, payable within 45 days. |
| Thoni, Robert | 4892 | Kilgore | 2003-39 | 10/16/2003 | Narcotic/Script | Allowed his name to be used on prescriptions for compounded drugs to animals that were not his patients. | Official Reprimand; License suspended for one year, all probated; Civil penalty of $7500, payable within 45 days |
| Williams, Maria | 6897 | San Antonio | 2003-07 | 02/13/2003 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| 2002
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Arend, Robert Joseph | 5689 | Ft. Worth | 2002-21 | 06/13/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters | Official Reprimand, $2,000 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Axtell, Paul Charles | 8511 | College Station | 2002-24 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration. | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Brechtel, Casey | 7840 | Dickerson | 2002-37 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Chao, Joanna | 7924 | Irving | 2002-01 | 02/21/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to completely remove ovaries of an animal which led to two other surgeries to correct the problem | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Chapman, Denice R. (Griffin) | 8541 |
Stephenville | 2002-26 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration. | Official Reprimand; Civil Penalty of $250; Take and pass Jurisprudence Exam |
| Clark, James "Buck" | 8987 | Aubrey | 2002-10 | 02/21/2002 | Practicing Veterinary Medicine without a License | Practiced Veterinary Medicine without a license while an intern at the Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center. Dr. Clark later applied for and received a license. | Official Reprimand, 1-year Suspension, 9 months Probated. |
| Cordon, Eva M. | 8638 | Sugar Land | 2002-49 | 10/17/2002 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to consult an animal’s chart or records; Failed to perform an adequate physical assessment of the animal to determine the condition after being informed that the animal was not eating; Failed to assure that the animal was receiving proper postsurgical medications, including pain medications; Failed to eave instructions for continuing postoperative care when she went offduty; and Failed to record entries and observations in the patient records. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Deiss, Tracey L. | 8314 | Irving | 2002-02 | 02/21/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to recognize that the tissue removed from an animal during an exploratory surgery was not ovarian and failed to successfully find and remove ovarian tissue which was discovered in a later surgery by another veterinarian. | Reprimanded; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Dietz, James W. | 6609 | Plano | 2002-36 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 and 2001. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Doran, Randall L. | 3396 | Willow Park | 2002-29 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Dozier, Cheritha R. | 8918 | Vernon | 2002-27 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Drummond, Betty | 8760 | College Station | 2002-34 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Esslinger, David Earl | 4304 | McKinney | 2002-50 | 10/17/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to suggest diagnostic work that would have revealed the medical condition. | Informal Reprimand |
| Fager, D.J. | 5408 | Grand Prairie | 2002-42 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Fitzgerald, Leslie Ann | 8922 | Beaumont | 2002-39 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Fluitt, Frank Lloyd | 6418 | Weatherford | 2002-33 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Gill, Jimmie E. | 1979 | Fort Worth | 2002-53 | 10/17/2002 | Record Keeping; Narcotic/Script; Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances logs; Failed to obtain client approval prior to anesthetizing an animal for a haircut. | Official Reprimand; $2,500 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence; 30-day suspension. Suspension will continue in 30-day increments until Dr. Gill passes the Jurisprudence Exam. |
| Gonzales, Roque | 5618 | San Antonio | 2002-08 | 02/21/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to notify a client of a boarded animal’s medical condition; Failed to provide treatment until the animal was released. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Griffin, Denice R. (Chapman) | 8541 | Stephenville | 2002-26 | 06/13/2002 | Other | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration. | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Griffin, William | 1002 | Borger | 2002-16 | 06/13/2002 | Standard of Care; Labeling; Record Keeping | Failed to affix labels to syringes to identify the substances contained in then, nor any instructions on how the drug should be administered; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Utilized acepromazine for the treatment of suspected seizures when acepromazine is contraindicated for such a condition | Official Reprimand |
| Griffin, William | 1002 | Borger | 2002-17 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Hanks, Lewis H. | 3582 | Austin | 2002-13 | 06/13/2002 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Informal Reprimand |
| Holbrook, James | 3506 | Corpus Christi | 2002-45 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000, 2001, & 2002. | $750 Admin. Penalty |
| Hoover, Charles | 2858 | Houston | 2002-44 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Jarrett, Patrick D. | 3774 | Weatherford | 2002-06 | 02/21/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed employee to practice veterinary medicine | Official Reprimand; $2,000 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence; Public Service |
| Jones, Kathryn Blair | 8942 | Watauga | 2002-22 | 06/13/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters. | Official Reprimand, $500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Jones, Verlin D. | 3966 | Weatherford | 2002-18 | 06/13/2002 | Other –DPS Drug Certificate | Failed to renew a DPS Drug certificate | Official Reprimand, $750 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Justice, John Mark | 8555 | Levelland | 2002-58 | 10/17/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Kaiser, Charles K. | 4136 | Yoakum | 2002-59 | 10/17/2002 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Kern, John F. | 2256 | Houston | 2002-14 | 06/13/2002 | Other | Medical
treatment
of a human by applying 3M skin glue to a veterinary technician
lacerated by a cat. |
Informal Reprimand |
| Klinkerman, Karen | 8363 | Goliad | 2002-46 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration | $500 Admin. Penalty; Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Lancaster, Jeffrey B. | 6660 | Tyler | 2002-35 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Langerhans, Roy R. | 3784 | Fort Worth | 2002-05 | 02/21/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Langley, Robert D. | 7764 | Houston | 2002-43 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Mayes, Leslie H. | 8488 | Herford | 2002-55 | 10/17/2002 | Other – Controlled Substance Registration | Failed to obtain a Department of Public Safety Controlled Substance Registration | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence; $500 Admin Penalty |
| McEndree, Darryl Brian | 8806 | Willow Park | 2002-25 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration. | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Miller, Marlene E. | 6912 | Greenville | 2002-23 | 06/13/2002 | Other – DPS Registration | Failed to obtain a DPS Controlled Substance Registration | Official Reprimand, $500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Mimms, Michael C. | 5780 | Hereford | 2002-56 | 10/17/2002 | Other – Controlled Substance Registration | Failed to renew a Department of Public Safety Controlled Substance Registration. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence; $1000 Admin Penalty |
| Morrow, Chris K. | 8223 | Canyon | 2002-54 | 10/17/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Moses, George C. | 2942 | Hurst | 2002-48 | 06/13/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to promptly euthanize an animal at the request of the client; Failed to inform the client that he was continuing to treat the animal. | Informal Reprimand |
| Nandamudi, Manjusha | 8954 | Bedford | 2002-41 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| O’Gorman, Mark | 5795 | Fort Worth | 2002-19 | 06/13/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters. | Official Reprimand, $2,000 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence exam |
| Ray, Chris | 6860 | Weatherford | 2002-32 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to retain proof of obtaining the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1998, 1999 and 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Reigle, Robert P. | 7995 | Fort Worth | 2002-20 | 06/13/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters | Official Reprimand, $1,000 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Rife, Patricia L. | 6862 | Greenville | 2002-30 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain all of the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 and 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Rourk, Terrell | 7868 | Fort Worth | 2002-15 | 06/13/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to prescribe fluid therapy, a standard practice for renal disease. | Informal Reprimand |
| Royse, Kenneth | 1866 | Pampa | 2002-38 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Rutledge, James | 3981 | Houston | 2002-52 | 10/17/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to reasonably assure himself that he was administering insulin to the proper patient. | Official Reprimand |
| Sawyer, Ike Randall | 3815 | Grandbury | 2002-09 | 02/21/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform cat neuters and give vaccinations. | Official Reprimand; $2,000 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Shelton, Barbara Case | 4240 | Fort Worth | 2002-31 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Shows, Michael T. | 7583 | Katy | 2002-03 | 02/21/2002 | Narcotic/Script | Administered and dispensed controlled substances without a Federal Drug Enforcement Administration drug certificate and a Texas Department of Public Safety Certificate | Official Reprimand; $1,000 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Stephens, Steve | 8267 | Wolfforth | 2002-47 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Toth, Karl J. | 5146 | Austin | 2002-51 | 10/17/2002 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to follow client instructions | Informal Reprimand |
| Traver, Douglas | 5072 | Weatherford | 2002-40 | 06/13/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2002 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Trussell, Winter M. | 6399 | Fort Worth | 2002-04 | 02/21/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Vallee, Jack P. | 4597 | Midland | 2002-61 | 10/17/2002 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee of the Cen-Tex Humane Society to have access to controlled substances, that employee then utilized the controlled substances to euthanize a shelter dog without permission or supervision. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Vest, Dickie Joe | 8427 | Waller | 2002-11 | 02/21/2002 | Standard of Care | Failed to provide prompt and thorough diagnosis and appropriate treatment of an animal’s injury or refer the animal to an emergency clinic or make other arrangements where prompt care could be provided | Official Reprimand |
| Whitworth, J. Elroy | 4202 | Bastrop | 2002-60 | 10/17/2002 | Standard of Care | Allowed a paper towel and tooth fragment to lodge in a pony throat following surgery. | Informal Reprimand |
| Woolley, Michael | 6092 | San Antonio | 2002-07 | 02/21/2002 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| 2001
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Beach, John F. | 5694 | Ft. Worth | 2001-17 | 06/21/2001 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Provided euthanasia drugs to a nonlicensed employee, who then euthanized two animals without proper supervision. | Reprimand $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Beverly, J. Mark | 8977 | Myrtle Beach | 2001-05 | 02/15/2001 | Other – Granted a Probationary License | Granted a probationary license for 3 years | Probationary License issued for 3 years – conditional see AO for details |
| Brown, Davis L. | 2721 | Alice | 2001-07 | 06/21/2001 | Substance Abuse | Arrested and convicted of driving while intoxicated | Must apply to the TVMA Peer Assistance Program and if directed by the Program Director must enter, and fully comply with their requirements. He must also retain the services of a psychiatrist to evaluate his Bi-Polar condition and report to the Board every 90 days |
| Brown, Davis L. | 2721 | Alice | 2001-08 | 06/21/2001 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Removed an animal from his clinic to take it on a trip with him, the animal later escaped and was killed when hit by an automobile. | Official Reprimand, $500 Admin. penalty, 2-year probated suspension |
| Brown, James S. | 3237 | Brenham | 2001-10 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Campbell, Glen Arthur | 6791 | Dallas | 2001-01 | 02/15/2001 | Standard of Care | Failed to make arrangements for adequate care for an animal prior to leaving the clinic. | Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Gibbs, Jeffery Kevin | 6426 | Beaumont | 2001-09 | 06/21/2001 | Substance Abuse | Dr. Gibbs was found to have abused drugs. | Apply to Peer Assistance within 30 days of order and if recommended, contract to enter program; Retain services of psychiatrist to evaluate mental condition and recommend a course of treatment; schedule office visits at least once every 90 days; psychiatrist must submit reports not later than the 10th of August, November, February and May of each year . |
| Gibbs, Jeffery Kevin | 6426 | Beaumont | 2001-18 | 06/21/2001 | Standard of Care | Failed to take radiographs and conduct other diagnostic procedures on an animal when an endotracheal tube indicated a possible problem and later when the animal was returned to the clinic with additional symptoms. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Hartfiel, Don A. | 3089 | Magnolia | 2001.-03 | 02/15/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Howard, James Glen | 7956 | Plano | 2001-04 | 02/15/2001 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly conduct a surgical procedure on a dog that led to the removal of the wrong organ and the subsequent death of the dog. | Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Lazarus, Stuart | 4739 | Waxachachie | 2001-11 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Owensby-Coston, Janice | 8664 | Dalhart | 2001-14 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001. | $250 Admin Pen |
| Pearson, Merten G. | 7388 | Amarillo | 2001-21 | 10/18/2001 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to provide adequate care and monitoring of a very sick animal or transfer the animal to an emergency care facility where the animal could be monitored on a continuous basis; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Officially Reprimanded; $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Prowse, III, Leland A. | 3304 | Beeville | 2001-02 | 05/02/2001 | Record Keeping; Other – Treatment of Humans | Provided prescription drugs to humans; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Reprimand; $750 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Ransom, C. Martin | 6065 | Wills Point | 2000-24 | 02/15/2001 | Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to follow-up with a client on the diagnosis and treatment of an animal | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Shomette, Kelli L. | 7460 | Richardson | 2001-16 | 10/18/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001 | $500 Admin Penalty |
| Skinner, Thomas J. | 1704 | Aransas Pass | 2001-06 | 06/21/2001 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to properly diagnose an animal. | Reprimanded; $500 Admin penalty |
| Smith, Rachael H. | 4033 | San Antonio | 2001-20 | 10/18/2001 | Standard of Care | Failed to obtain a written, signed consent, waiver or warning prior to utilizing a medication for purposes other than those authorized by the medication’s label. | Reprimand |
| Spellman, Gianfranco | 2822 | Austin | 2001-19 | 10/18/2001 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Vaccinated an ill animal | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Underbrink, Jerry F. | 3657 | Kingsville | 2001-15 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2001. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Venghaus, Mark L. | 6886 | Austin | 1998-04 | 02/26/2001 | Standard of Care | Transection of the urinary bladder and ureters during a Ovariohysterectomy | Official Reprimand |
| Vinson, Judith | 6887 | Conroe | 2001-22 | 10/18/2001 | Standard of Care | Failed to successfully remove an ovary while performing a spay, which necessitated an additional surgical procedure. | Reprimand. |
| Willson, Donna M. | 7482 | San Antonio | 2001-13 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain continuing education (CE) hours for calendar year 2000,
renewal year 2001. |
$250 Admin Penalty |
| Zamora, Carlos F. | 7113 | Dallas | 2001-12 | 06/21/2001 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| 2000
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|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Alexander, Marcus R. | 5436 | Tyler | 2000-10 | 06/08/2000 | Record Keeping; Labeling; Other – Alternate Therapies | Failed to “Affix labels to all unlabeled containers containing any medication dispensed…”; Failed to obtain “a signed acknowledgment by the owner or caretaker of the patient that Chiropractic or MSM is considered by Texas law to be an alternate (nonstandard) therapy.”; Failed to maintain accurate patient records. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Allred, John A. | 4072 | Marshall | 2000-16 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Burkett, Joseph | 3057 | Fredericksburg | 2000-06 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Courtney, Quinn M. | 6714 | Dalhart | 2000-17 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Evans, Thomas R. | 5177 | Alvin | 2000-09 | 10/05/2000 | Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to accurately diagnose and treat an animal’s condition; Altered patient records regarding diagnostic procedures applied to the animal. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Griffin, Patrick | 5186 | Temple | 2000-02 | 02/17/2000 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping; Continuing Education | Failed to maintain complete, accurate controlled substances logs; Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | 1-year Probated Suspension; $1250 Admin Penalty; Submit Controlled substances logs for 2 years; submit 10 patient records a month |
| Hall, Rusty L. | 4319 | Nome | 2000-15 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Holt, Timothy Ray | 7095 | Terrell | 2000-26 | 10/15/2000 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly diagnose an animal | Reprimand; $1,000 admin. penalty. |
| Houck, Jennifer A. | 6746 | Dallas | 2000-19 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Mays, Glennon B. | 3955 | Brady | 2000-22 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| McAda, Hampton D | 4987 | Yorktown | 2000-12 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| McAda, William | 1469 | Yorktown | 2000-13 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| McKenna, Greg | 7548 | Dallas | 2000-20 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Patrick, Vergil H. | 1788 | Cisco | 2000-14 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
provide documentation that he met continuing education (CE)
requirements for the years 1997, 1998, and 1999. |
$250 Admin. Penalty |
| Read, Robert W. | 4177 | Milano | 2000-03 | 02/17/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Pen |
| Riccitello, Robert J. | 7396 | Mongomery | 2000-23 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | .Failed to obtain continuing education (CE) requirements for calendar year 1999, renewal year 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Sanders, Ronald M. | 3814 | Arlington | 2000-18 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Smrstick, Gary | 5138 | Austin | 2000-21 | 10/05/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000. | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Thoni, Robert P. | 4892 | Kilgore | 2000-11 | 06/08/2000 | Labeling; Record Keeping; Narcotic/Script | Failed to “Affix labels to all unlabeled containers containing any medication dispensed…”; Failed to obtain “a signed acknowledgment by the owner or caretaker of the patient that Chiropractic or MSM is considered by Texas law to be an alternate (nonstandard) therapy.”; Failed to maintain accurate patient records; Prescribed or dispensed a prescription drug without first establishing a veterinarian/client/patient relationship. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Tunmire, Kimberly L. | 5465 | Waco | 2000-27 | 10/05/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty. |
| Urbanczyk, Jr., Marvin A. | 5568 | Cedar Park | 2000-25 | 10/05/2000 | Other – Treatment of Humans | Provided medical treatment to an employee. | Reprimand |
| Vardeman, Alfred | 6535 | Colorado City | 2000-04 | 02/17/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Vaughan, Robert D. | 6726 | Houston | 2000-07 | 06/08/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| Vosdingh, Ralph A. | 2024 | Cresco, PA | 2000-28 | 10/05/2000 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 2000 | $250 Admin. Penalty |
| White, Larry N. | 3341 | Houston | 2000-05 | 02/17/2000 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain accurate controlled substances logs. | 1-year probated suspension. $500 Admin. Penalty, Jurisprudence and must obtain approval prior to requesting DEA/DPS Certificates |
| 1990's
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Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Adkins, Jess O. | 3046 | Fairfield | 1995-01 | 02/08/1995 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately monitor the recovery of a pig from anesthesia after spay surgery; Failed to maintain complete patient records. | Official Reprimand |
| Akin, Joel B | 6921 | Dallas | 1999-18 | 10/07/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin penalty |
| Alexander, Marlo S. | 8227 | Houston | 1999-11 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Did
not
produce records to substantiate the satisfaction of the CE
requirements in 1998 |
$250 Admin Penalty |
| Andrews, Mark A. | 5227 | Argyle | 1994-08 | 10/05/1995 | Standard of Care | Released
cat
in a nonambulatory condition after spay. Cat died the next day.
Necropsy diagnosis was “acute hemorrhage into peritoneal cavity
from cervical stump and mesentery.” Histopathology report
indicated “intra-abdominal hemorrhage” as cause of death. |
License |
| Arend, Robert Joseph | 5689 | Ft. Worth | 1998-15 | 10/01/1998 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate his satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1995 for the renewal of his license in 1996 | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Ash, Henry | 1125A | Dallas | 1999-05 | 07/10/1999 | Narcotic / Script Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate Controlled Substances records; | 3 mo. Probated suspension, $500 penalty, submit copies of controlled substance log and drugs for 2-years. |
| Atchley, Charles | 3370 | Dimmitt | 1994-09 | 10/06/1994 | Narcotic/ Script; Record Keeping | Failed to establish a veterinarian /client /patient relationship prior to ordering prescription drugs delivered; Failed to determine that such prescription drugs were therapeutically indicated; Failed to maintain patient records adequate to substantiate the diagnosis and treatment. | 2 yr prob susp; $1,000 Admin. Penalty; 5 hrs CE in practice mgt; initiate records keeping system; Jurisprudence; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Avery, Richard | 5901 | San Antonio | 1992-04 | 01/29/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to vaccinate animals in his absence; Failed to affix his personal signature to rabies certificates issued. | Official Reprimand\jurisprudence |
| Beasley, Kenneth V. | 1968 | Houston | 1993-04 | 02/03/1993 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly label a medication; Administered Ivomec without weighing the patient, exceeding the 200 ug/kg toxic range for the animal’s weight; Failed to advise the client to observe the animal for at least 8 hours after treatment because of the sensitivity of collies to ivermectin. | Official Reprimand; 20 hrs CE, 5 in heartworm read.; jurisprudence |
| Beasley, Kenneth V. | 1968 | Houston | 1998-12 | 10/01/1998 | Record Keeping; Standard of Care; Labeling | Diagnosed a dog with Parvo but failed to give an adequate volume of parenteral fluids; Administered an unknown amount of Benzelmin wormer with Vi-Sorbin, orally, an unknown amount of Vitamin B12, Vitamin K and Atropine as well as dispensing Ampicillin capsules but failed too include dosages and details necessary to substantiate a diagnosis; failed to place adequate information on the label of the Ampicillin. | 2-year Probated Suspension; $1,000 Admin Penalty; Not use Ivomec for heartworms; 5 hrs. CE; Submit logs semi-annually |
| Beasley, Kenneth V. | 1968 | Houston | 1993-13 | 06/10/1993 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Administered 0.1 cc of Ivermectin to a dog for treatment of heartworms, the product monographs for the various Ivomec injectables states that these medicines should be used to treat dogs, and that such treatment may result in fatality. The dog later died due to an immediate kill of adult heartworms causing them to block the right aorta and arteries, causing congestion in the lung tissue and high blood pressure with death; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | 2 yr prob susp\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\quarterly reporting |
| Becker, Michael C. | 5368 | San Antonio | 1995-04 | 02/08/1995 | Narcotic / Script | Failed to properly secure drugs; Failed to maintain proper records for acquisition and disposition of controlled substances. | 5-year Probated Susp., 3,000 Admin Penalty; 5 hrs CE in Record Keeping. |
| Beeler, George W. | 3373 | Crockett | 1994-06 | 02/02/1994 | Narcotic / Script; Record Keeping |
Failed to maintain controlled substances records; Failed to maintain patient records for controlled substances dispensed, delivered or ordered; Failed to establish a veterinarian/client/patient relationship prior to dispensing, delivering or ordering a prescription drug; Failed to determine that drugs dispensed or administered were therapeutically indicated for the health and/or well being of the animal. | 5 yr. Prob susp; $1,000 Admin. Penalty; 10 hrs CE in practice mgt; surrender DEA-DPS cert; Qtr. Rpts; Unannounced Inspections; Jurisprudence |
| Bien, Boyd Boyd Bien DVM |
5079 | San Antonio | 1999-01 | 02/04/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate his satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1996 for the renewal of his license in 1997. | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Boeckh, Christine | 8230 | College Station | 1999-07 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Bordelon, Ramley J. | 5431 | New Orleans, LA | 1996-14 | 10/03/1996 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required number of hours of continuing education for 1995, necessary to renew his license in 1996 | Official Reprimand, $250 Penalty, 30 hours CE |
| Box, Ronald D. | 5697 | Pecos | 1997-13 | 06/12/1997 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Prescribed, dispensed and administered Phenylbutazone to a cat, contrary to label indications; Failed to maintain adequate patient records | Official reprimand; Bring Record Keeping into Compliance |
| Brinkley, Marty R. | 6965 | Garland | 1995-13 | 06/08/1995 | Standard of Care; Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Performed an unauthorized de-claw on a cat. | Official reprimand |
| Brister, David L. | 4416 | Stephenville | 1994-03 | 02/02/1994 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to practice veterinary medicine | Official Reprimand. |
| Brittain, Mack L. | 2311 | Terrell | 1996-12 | 06/13/1996 | Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to properly label medications dispensed; Failed to record in the patient record, names, amounts and strengths of medications administered or dispensed, name, amount and strength of anesthesia and presurgical examination information. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence; Periodic Visits |
| Brooks, James Larry | 3725 | Junction | 1996-08 | 06/13/1996 | Narcotic / Script Sanitation; Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to record in the patient record: names, amounts and strengths of medications dispensed; Failed to label medications dispensed; Failed to remove animal feces from around kennels and properly clean the kennels; Failed to examine and diagnose the condition of a dog before dispensing prescription drugs. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence; bring records into compliance; submit copies of client records; unlimited, unannounced inspections; revised Record Keeping system; clean clinic and keep clean. |
| Buback, Timothy J. | 7283 | Stone Mountain | 1994-07 | 06/09/1994 | Record Keeping violation | Failed to complete a patient record
indicating patient history, dates of visits, names and dosages
of medications administered and/or dispensed, and other details
to substantiate diagnosis and treatment |
Official Reprimand |
| Buchanan, Charles | 8108 | College Station | 1999-06 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. $ | $250 Admin Penalty |
|
Burchers, Jack M. (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
2395 | San Antonio | 1992-16 | 06/11/1992 | Standard of Care; Patient Record Keeping; Controlled Substances | Failed to give supportive fluid therapy prior to surgery; offer pre-anesthesia blood work; use all available means to revive the newborn puppies and mother. The amount of Isoflurane used in the dog’s surgery was excessive and could have led to fetal suppression; failed to maintain complete, accurate medical records; failed to maintain log pages that were labeled by drug name. | Official Reprimand; 25 hrs CE each year for 2 yrs.; jurisp.; quarterly reports |
| Carroll, Benjamin H. | 3382 | Fort Worth | 1999-03 | 02/04/1999 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Record Keeping | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform a de-claw; Failed to maintain adequate patient records | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty; Jurisprudence |
| Casey, Gwenn D. | 3727 | Baytown | 1995-18 | 06/12/1998 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain controlled substances log as required by federal law,
as demonstrated by audit of his records on April 4, 1995. |
5-year probated suspension; drug, alcohol and chemical dependency evaluation; Peer Assistance; random alcohol and drug screening; qrtly reports; unannounced inspections of medical records and practice; $10,000 Admin. Penalty; surrender DEA & DPS certificates; provide a copy of order to all vet. Practices, vet. Hospitals where he will practice; provide written reports regarding medical condition and compliance upon request; reside in Texas during probation; |
| Coble, Teresa W. | 4086 | Uvalde | 1992-22 | 10/22/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Entered into an arrangement with unlicensed persons to supervise their sheep and goat ultrasound pregnancy testing program, the un-licensed individuals diagnosed pregnancies of sheep and goats for various clients without benefit of Dr. Cobles presence during testing; Accepted a portion of the fees charged for these services; Advertised the ultrasound service on a one page circular with her name, the name, address, and telephone number of the clinic; Promised to refer clients to the unlicensed individuals for pregnancy testing. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin. Penalty; jurisp. |
| Cooper, Doyle B. | 2241 | San Antonio | 1998-01 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care; Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Accidentally euthanized the wrong animal. | Official Reprimand |
| Cotter, Steven R. | 4699 | Boyd | 1997-11 | 06/11/1998 | Standard of Care | Failed to discover a retained pup during a physical examination | Official Reprimand. |
| Coursey, Gary N. | 3911 | Houston | 1992-07 | 01/29/1992 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Ordered and dispensed Diazepam, controlled substance, without a valid DEA or DPS Narcotics Registration Certificate; Ordered the controlled substances for “Office Use”; Failed to maintain controlled substances inventory records | Off. Reprimand \20 hrs CE by 02/01/92; jurisp; submit records on controlled substances purchased and pages from drug inventory log for 1 yr.; seek, counseling for procrastination & submit documentation of enrollment\quarterly reports. |
| Crouch, Ginanna L. | 4098 | Brownsville | 1997-20 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care | Failed to conduct skin scrapings and render a definite diagnoses of an animal’s skin condition | Official Reprimand |
| Darter, David A. | 1609 | Crystal City | 1995-07 | 02/24/1995 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed
his
unlicensed employee to perform activities that constitutes the
unlawful practice of veterinary medicine. |
5 year probated suspension, $2,500 Admin. Penalty, Jurisprudence. Qtr. Rpts. |
| Davis-Hernandez, April | 7727 | Lubbock | 1999-12 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Deen, Travis D. | 3068 | Wills Point | 1993-15 | 10/07/1993 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly identify a caller, to complete a patient form, to correctly identify a horse that was to be castrated, resulting in the castration of the wrong animal; Failed to establish a veterinarian/client/patient relationship prior to performing the surgery. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin. Penalty; unannounced inspection of records; Jurisprudence |
| Diffily, Jefferson P. | 6610 | Arlington | 1997-16 | 10/02/1997 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to establish a proper veterinary/client/patient relationship prior to dispensing prescription drugs; Failed to properly maintain patient records; Failed to properly label prescription drugs dispensed. | Official Reprimand, and $500 penalty.; Jurisprudence |
| Donnell, Alan D. | 5468 | Pilot Point | 1998-02 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care | Attempted to stop a horse who had begun kicking violently and attempting to escape from the examination area by swinging a twitch at the horse’s face, the twitch stuck the horse’s right eye, causing blindness of that eye | Official Reprimand |
| Dorrell, Thomas W. | 1766 | Brackettville | 1992-14 | 06/11/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Standard of Care | Allowed an un-licensed employee to inoculate cats for the purpose of anesthesia without direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian; Allowed an un-licensed employee to diagnose dental conditions of dogs and cats and to perform dental operations, including tooth extractions; Failed to treat an animal for flea-bite dermatitis while the animal was boarded. | 5 yr prob. Susp.; $2,500 Admin. Penalty; jurisp.; quarterly reports |
| Dunn, Warner A. | 1611 | Nacogdoches | 1990-07 | 06/07/1990 | Narcotic / Script | Planted, cultivated, harvested, and distributed marijuana from 1980 to 1986 and utilized his clinic to distribute the illegal drug. Delivered schedule II, III, and IV controlled substances to individuals, not for use in animals, and used his license and clinic to order and distribute the drugs. Failed to maintain records relating to the administration of controlled substances. | Lic
in lieu of disp. Action\appealed 6/21/91-not reinstated |
| Ecklund, Thomas T. | 4232 | Ft. Worth | 1995-14 | 06/08/1995 | Narcotic/Script; Substance Abuse | Ordered dangerous drugs and controlled substances for his own use. | 3 year probated suspension, DEA controlled substance registration reissued to limit controlled substance purchase, random drug testing, no notice inspection and quarterly reporting. |
| Edwards, Harold D. | 4510 | Belton | 1996-04 | 02/07/1996 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to prep a surgical site appropriately; Failed to place a drain tube properly; Failed to bandage the wound adequately; Failed to use appropriate suture material for the thin skin where the wound was located; Failed to maintain appropriate patient records; Failed to include the required information on his dispensing label. | Official Rep.; Jurisprudence |
| Ellis, Grady R. | 3742 | Jacksonville | 1996-02 | 02/07/1996 | Other – Direct Supervision of Lay Personnel; Accreditation Action | Dispensed Brucella vaccine to an unlicensed un-accredited individual; Failed to properly handle brucellosis vaccination records; Allowed a nonaccredited individual to apply brucellosis ear-tags and tattoo cattle vaccinated. | Official reprimand & jurisprudence |
| Elorriaga, Stephen P. | 6219 | Porter | 1993-18 | 02/02/1994 | Standard of Care | Failed to perform additional lab tests to determine why the white blood cell count of a patient was elevated | 2 yr. Prob susp.\quarterly reporting |
| Elorriaga, Stephen P. | 6219 | Porter | 1998-16 | 10/01/1998 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate his satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1995 for the renewal of his license in 1996 | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Epperson, E. E. | 2186 | Austin | 1991-11 | 10/03/1991 | Standard of Care, Unecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Performed
unauthorized
anesthesia and teeth cleaning on cats without informing clients
or obtaining their permission for said procedures; released cats
in heavily sedated condition without instructions for care;
charged fee for services not performed; failed to maintain
patient records reflecting care; released cat in semiconscious
condition without adequate information to client; released
unconscious dog without instructions to client, dog died the
next day. |
5 yr prob. Susp.\90 days down\$2,500 Admin. Penalty |
| Epperson, E. E. | 2186 | Austin | 1992-12 | 10/22/1992 | Standard of Care | Same
as
above - see sanction column |
Removed probation ordered in 1991-11 & invoked 5 yr susp\$2,500 Admin. Penalty |
| Epperson, E. E. | 2186 | Austin | 1994-01 | 02/02/1994 | Violation of Board Order | Performed
unauthorized
anesthesia and teeth cleaning on cat without informing client or
obtaining permission for said procedures; released cat in
heavily sedated condition without adequate instructions to
client |
5 Yr Susp To Commence 9/11/1997 And Run Through 9/11/2002 |
| Epperson, E. E. | 2186 | Austin | 1994-10 | 6/8/95 | Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
pay Board-ordered fine |
License will not be reinstated unless $2,500 admin. Penalty is paid on or before 9/11/02. |
| Ervin, Lu Ann | 5474 | Waco | 1997-15 | 10/02/1997 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain patient records | Official Reprimand |
| Erwin, Ricky C. | 3251 | Lady Lake | 1992-20 | 06/11/1993 | Felony Comviction | Convicted
in
Circuit Court, in and for Marion County, Florida, of arson of an
occupied structure; attempted arson of an unoccupied structure;
arson of an unoccupied structure; criminal conspiracy to commit
arson; criminal solicitation to commit arson, all first degree
felonies. The structure which was burned down was a stable with
attached living quarters. Twelve thoroughbred horses were also
destroyed in the fire. |
license in lieu of disciplinary action. |
| Esposito, Jon | 3744 | El Paso | 1992-13 | 06/11/1992 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Accepted payment for services which were not performed. | Official Reprimand |
| Faulkner, David E. | 5248 | Amarillo | 1990-13 | 02/07/1991 | Narcotic/Script | Failure to demonstrate a veterinary/client/patient relationship; Failure to maintain records for controlled substances; Violation of the State Brucellosis Vaccine Program; Violation of the State Rabies Vaccine Program. | 5 yr prob. Susp.\6 mo down\surrender DEA & DPS drug certificate\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\no usda work\jurisp.\20 hrs CE per yr. |
| Faulkner, David E. | 5248 | Amarillo | 1991-30 | 10/22/1992 | Violation of Board Order | Practiced Veterinary medicine while on suspension from previous Board order (1990-13) | 1990-13 orders\5 yr. prob. susp-term 2/7/96\no USDA\$1,000 pen\sur DEA-DPS cert. |
| Fowler, Raymond | 1613 | Huntington |
1989-08 | 02/01/1990 | Narcotic / Script | USDA
revoked
accreditation for violation of rules and regulations. No
veterinary/client/patient relationship. Prescribing to a person
and not an animal. No maintenance of adequate patient records.
Providing false information intended to deceive. |
5 yrs prob. Susp\90 days down |
| Fussell, Richard | 2506 | Houston | 1999-16 | 06/11/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Garner, Steve | 5371 | League City | 1990-05 | 06/07/1990 | Standard of Care | Failed to meet the standard of care in releasing a canine patient in a sedated condition; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs. CE\jurisp\quarterly reports |
| Gary, Thomas W. | 7744 | Milam | 1999-19 | 10/07/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin penalty |
| Gibson, Julia | 6809 | Wichita Falls | 1998-03 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care | Treated an animal with Gentocin for 23 days, the package instructions provided by the manufacturer states that treatment should not exceed 7 days. As a result, the dog was hospitalized with Gentocin poisoning | Official Reprimand |
| Gilbreath, Michael T. | 4715 | Waxahachie | 1991-29 | 10/03/1991 | Standard of Care | Failed to conduct adequate diagnostic testing to properly diagnose cat’s condition. | Official Reprimand |
| Gill, Jimmie E. | 1979 | Fort Worth | 1996-22 | 10/03/1996 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to obtain authorization prior to euthanizing an animal. | Official Reprimand |
| Gillard, Robert B. | 3190 | Plano | 1991-26 | 10/03/1991 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Breach of verbal agreement to personally perform surgery on a dog, thereby failing to conduct his practice with integrity and fair dealing with clients | Official Reprimand |
| Glaess, Alfred M. | 3752 | Sulphur Springs | 1991-13 | 02/06/1991 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed person to administer vaccinations; treat animals; and perform surgery | Reprimand\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Gleason, Jimmy L. | 6427 | Levelland | 1992-17 | 06/11/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to examine, diagnose and vaccinate a puppy. | Official Reprimand \jurisprudence examination |
| Goldman, Joel | 2330 | San Marcos | 1990-09 | 10/04/1990 | Record Keeping | Knowingly
provided
erroneous and false patient records. Rabies vaccination
certificate issued did not include the veterinarians’s license
number, name and address of his clinic, nor the vaccine serial
number. |
license in lieu of disciplinary action |
| Gray, Bruce | 3081 | McAllen | 1998-13 | 10/01/1998 | Standard of Care | Failed to provide a space of sufficient size for a cat during recovery from anesthesia by placing the animal in a small pet taxi that would not allow the animal to stand. This resulted in the animal’s death with an extreme cevico-ventral flexion of the neck. | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Greenwell, James M. | 6232 | Plano | 1995-19 | 10/05/1995 | Other - Direct Supervision of Lay Personnel | An employee left a dog unattended which was secured by a nylon leash to a cleat to prevent it from jumping out of a tub, the dog struggled with the leash in order to escape and became asphyxiated. | Official reprimand |
| Hanks, Lewis H. | 3582 | Austin | 1994-02 | 02/02/1994 | Standard of Care | Over restraining animals left in his care. | 2 Yr Prob Susp\CE In Appropriate Animal Restraint\Submit Animal Care Policy Manual For Board Review & Approval. |
| Hare, Marvin W | 3087 | Richwood | 1993-16 | 10/08/1993 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Performed unauthorized treatment by spaying a cat that was presented for de-worming. | Official Reprimand, $500 Admin. Penalty, unannounced inspection, establish new records keeping system; Jurisprudence |
| Harkins, Maxie C. | 1376 | Crockett | 1990-11 | 10/05/1990 | Fraud |
Delivery of dangerous (prescription) drugs from legitimate pharmaceutical companies to a veterinary supply which was not authorized to sell dangerous (prescription) drugs; failed to maintain proper patient records for the dangerous (prescription) drugs which respondent allowed the supply house to order by using respondent’s veterinary license and narcotics certificate. |
Reprimand $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Harris, Cheryl | 4776 | Dallas | 1996-06 | 07/07/1996 | Standard of Care | Failed to identify and treat an intussusception which burst and led to the death of the animal. | Two year probated suspension; $1000 penalty; Jurisprudence Exam. |
| Hawks, Timothy W. | 5311 | Flower Mound | 1997-04 | 06/11/1998 | Other | Issued rabies certificates with his signature pre-printed on the form. | Official Reprimand; $600 Admin Penalty; Notify Board of practice location with in 15 days. |
| Hawks, Timothy W. | 5311 | Flower Mound | 1998-17 | 10/01/1998 | Standard of Care | Failed to place a ligature on a left ovarian stump after performing a spay, which resulting in the death of the animal | Official Reprimand; $500 Admin Penalty |
| Hayes, Eddie J. | 8049 | Santa Fe, CA | 1999-21 | 10/07/1999 | Standard of Care | Failed to obtain consent prior to anesthetizing an animal for the purpose of completing x-rays. | Official reprimand. |
| Heimlich, P. Max | 3874 | Spring | 1991-28 | 10/04/1991 | Narcotic/Script Record Keeping Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances inventory records; Ordered, obtained, possessed and administered a controlled substance when not necessary or required for medical care of animals; Extended his license to the care and treatment of humans by administration of Ritalin to his daughter. | Official Reprimand |
| Hempel, Shelley ( Gremillion ) (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
5312 | Sachse | 1995-16 | 10/5/95 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain proper patient records. | Official Reprimand; Administrative Penalty of $500 |
| Hofstetter, Thomas R. | 5751 | Houston | 1997-01 | 01/29/1997 | Standard of Care | Failed to properly diagnose and treat a stomach torsion in a dog | Official Reprimand. Penalty of $250 |
| Hollars, Sharon | 7658 | North Richland Hills | 1997-19 | 10/02/1997 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to obtain authorization prior to euthanizing an animal | Reprimand; $250 penalty |
| Hosek, Jerry J. | 1620 | Dallas | 1991-21 | 10/04/1991 | Narcotic/Script; Allowing Illegal Practice | Failed to maintain drug inventory records; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Violation of the Rabies Control Act; Allowed an unlicensed person to treat animals, perform surgeries, prescribe medication and pre-sign the veterinarians name on Rabies Certificates | 2 yr prob. Susp.\$2,000 Admin. Penalty\40 hr CE\jurisp\quarterly reports |
| Houser, Michael R. | 5753 | Newark, DE | 1991-22 | 06/20/1991 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Cheated on Licensing Examination | Reprimand\50 hrs CE |
| Howard, Thaddeus M. | 1526 | San Antonio | 1993-03 | 02/03/1993 | Record Keeping; Other | Failed to complete a patient record when dispensing a drug; Dispensed a prescription drug without first establishing a veterinary/client/patient relationship. | Official Reprimand; 25 hrs CE in records keeping & mgt.; jurisprudence |
| Johnson, Sandra C. DECEASED | 3778 | 1990-03 | 02/01/1990 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain patient and controlled substance records. Failed to
establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship when
ordering, prescribing and dispensing Schedule IV Controlled
Substances. |
1 yr prob. Susp.\$500 Admin. Penalty\20 hr CE\jurisp\quarterly reports | |
| Joines, Elton Dean | 3779 | Harlingen | 1997-14 | 10/02/1997 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to assess a patient’s condition prior to release; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | 2-year probated suspension; Bring Record Keeping into Compliance; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Jung, Curtis W. | 2626 | Rowlett | 1992-23 | 10/22/1992 | Standard of Care; Labeling | Failed to properly advise client of the potential dangers of Mitaban when prescribed for the client’s animal; Failed to properly affix label to the bottle of Mitaban. | Official Reprimand; 20 hr CE within yr.; jurisp. |
| Kemp, James Robert | 4543 | Post | 1996-24 | 06/12/1997 | Narcotic/Script; Substance Abuse | Chronic or habitual chemical dependency and/or addiction to drugs | 2-year Probated Suspension; Suspension remains in effect until Board receives written verification of medical treatment at COPAC; Peer Assistance; Random Screens; Provide copy of order to all employers |
| Kirby, Dan R. | 5509 | San Antonio | 1991-04 | 10/06/1990 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct; Allowing Illegal Practice | Dr. Kirby signed affidavits stating that he had no knowledge of a technician, an employee of the Pigott Animal Hospital, performing any surgeries and denied observing any illegal practice of veterinary medicine at the clinic at any time or on any date. Board staff later secured evident indicating that Dr. Kirby had full knowledge of the illegal activity when he signed the affidavits. | Off. Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty |
| Kirlin, Kenneth D. | 5322 | San Antonio | 1997-03 | 01/29/1997 | Standard of Care | Performed a ovariohysterectomy on what was believed to be a female kitten, it was later found that the kitten was male, that the veterinarian had mistakenly removed the ureters, as a result, the kitten was euthanized. | 6-month probated suspension |
| Knight, Sr., Marvin | 2769 | Gainesville | 1993-17 | 10/07/1993 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Provided and delivered Phentermine Hcl, a Schedule IV controlled substance when not necessary or required for the medical care of animals; Failed to complete patient records substantiating use of the drug; Failed to provide minimum security for the drug; Failed to properly account for the acquisition and dispensation of the drug; Ordered the drug by utilizing another practitioner’s DEA Narcotics Registration Certificate without that practitioner’s knowledge or approval | 5 yr. Prob susp\$1,500 find\surrender DEA-DPS cert\jurisp\quarterly reporting |
| Lammers, William E. | 5952 | San Antonio | 1992-05 | 01/29/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to vaccinate animals in his absence; Failed to affix his personal signature to rabies certificates issued. | Official Reprimand\jurisprudence |
| Lindley, Joe W. | 2134 | Dallas | 1996-03 | 02/07/1996 | Narcotic/Script | Provided Valium, a schedule IV controlled substance, for his own use. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence Exam. |
| Lobprise, Heidi B. | 5276 | Dallas | 1996-07 | 06/13/1996 | Standard of Care | Failed to identify and treat an intussuseption which burst and led to the death of the animal. | Official Reprimand/$500 penalty |
| Lucas, Lissa P | 4555 | Irving | 1997-12 | 06/12/1997 | Standard of Care | Agreed
order
of temporary suspension of license |
Temporary Suspension |
| Lucas, Lissa P. | 4555 | Irving | 1995-05 | 12/02/1994 | Standard of Care, Allowing Illegal Practice | Cat:
Performed
substandard surgery and gave deceptive responses to client’s
continuous requests for information about cat’s condition and
release time; Dog: Performed incompetent surgery and refused to
inform the dog’s owner of the dog’s whereabouts and condition
for five days; Cat: Performed substandard surgery and allowed
unlicensed employees to release an obviously sick animal; Dog:
Misrepresented cause of death and promised clients that a copy
of the blood test would be sent to them when in fact blood from
the dog was never tested or analyzed. Allowed unlicensed
employees to inoculate animals with rabies and other vaccines,
knowing there was no licensed veterinarian on the premises;
failed to store vaccines at the recommended temperatures of 45
to 55 degrees Fahrenheit at her clinics in Irving and Watauga;
failed to properly sterilize surgical instruments; allowed an
unlicensed individual to perform about 100 cat castrations;
deceived clients by telling them their animals had been tested
for heartworms and other worms when they had not; habitually
drank beer while performing surgeries and occasionally became so
intoxicated she could not complete the surgery; allowed
unlicensed employees to stamp her name on rabies vaccination
certificates; treated humans with injections of prescription
drugs and vitamin B-12, dispensed prescription drugs to employee
for use on employee’s child. |
|
| Lucas, Lissa P. | 4555 | Irving | 1996-17 | 10/03/1996 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain the fifteen (15) hours of continuing education in 1995
required to renew license in 1996. |
Official Reprimand/$250 penalty; 30 hours of CE; Submit periodic report |
| Ludwig, Ronald | 2950 | Katy | 1991-31 | 10/04/1991 | Felony Conviction | Found
guilty
of capital murder, a felony. |
|
| Maass, Kelly P. (Bruner) | 6471 | Crockett | 1994-05 | 06/09/1994 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to maintain controlled substances records; Failed to maintain patient records for controlled substances dispensed, delivered, or ordered; Failed to properly label container for controlled substances | 5 yr. Prob susp\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\jurisp\surrender DEA-DPS cert\quarterly reporting |
| MacDonald, Angus | 2638 | Dallas | 1991-15 | 02/06/1991 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Record Keeping | Failed to maintain patient records reflecting treatment administered to patient; Allowed an un-licensed individual to diagnose and administer prescription medication, without direct supervision;. | Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpts. |
| MacDonald, Angus | 2638 | Dallas | 1998-05 | 02/26/1998 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping; Rabies; Other | After having been told by the Board to discontinue allowing prescription drugs to be purchased from a veterinary drug wholesale company by a privately owned animal shelter, with Dr. MacDonald listed as the veterinarian of record, Dr. MacDonald continued the practice. The drugs were not prescribed by Dr. MacDonald and he had not labeled them. Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to maintain records of rabies certificates for vaccinations given; Failed to notify the Board of the operation of temporary clinics, as required by Board rule. | 3-month suspension; 2-year probation; Jurisprudence; Close any accounts at vet. Drug wholesale companies on which Dr. MacDonald is listed as the veterinarian of record for the Ellis County Volunteer Animal Shelter; Convey to all vet drug wholesale companies with which he has previously had an account that the company is not to provide drugs to ECVAS based on his authority. |
| Mark, H.M. - Neutercorp. | 2538 | Houston | 1993-14 | 06/09/1994 | Standard of Care; Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed employees to examine dogs and cats upon presentation; determine whether or not the animal was in a healthy condition, inoculate animals with rabies and commonly employed vaccines; and/or examine, prepare and anesthetize animals for surgery, all of which were also routinely performed without a veterinarian/client/patient relationship established by a licensed veterinarian; De-clawed a cat that had been presented for rabies, distemper and feline leukemia vaccinations and for neutering. | Official Reprimand; $5,000 Admin. Penalty; jurisp; enhance policy manual; distribute & have employees sign that they have read and understood it. |
| Marks, Jon E. | 3286 | Barker | 1995-02 | 06/08/1995 | Standard of Care | Released an animal in an anesthetized condition, the animal later died of acute bacterial pneumonia as a result of shock and hypothermia related to the surgery | 2-year probated susp.; Jurisprudence; Qtr. Rpts |
| Marks, Jon E. (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
3286 | Barker | 1996-18 | 10/03/1996 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failed to identify reproductive organs in a dog, which led to an unwanted/unnecessary pregnancy; Failed to consistently record the type of anesthesia/medication used and the route of administration for surgeries performed. | 1-year Probated Suspension |
| Marsh, Charles S. | 2939 | Devine | 1990-08 | 06/07/1990 | Fraud; Record Keeping | Failure to adhere to the law; Deception of the public; Failure to maintain patient records; Fraudulently issuing a health certificate | 5 yr prob. Susp\90 days down\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\usda accreditation work prohibited\jurisp./quarterly reports.; 20 hrs. CE |
| Massey, B. George | 2641 | Groesbeck | 1991-14 | 10/04/1991 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain drug inventory records; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship prior to prescribing, dispensing, or administering the Controlled Substances. | 5 yr prob. Susp.\$2,000 Admin. Penalty\100 hrs ce\jurisp.\unannounced inspections of drug records\limit DEA & DPS certificates to schedule III, bio-tal or equivalent anesthetic agent and a euthanasia solution.; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Mays, Glennon B. | 3955 | Brady | 1990-04 | 06/07/1990 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Administered dangerous drug (Ambloc) when not necessary or required for the care of animals. | Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs. CE\jurisp.\Periodic reports; Jurisp. |
| McCann, Michael T. | 2431 | Houston | 1999-20 | 10/07/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin penalty |
| McCarroll, John D. (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
4159 | Pilot Point | 1996-10 | 06/13/1996 | Record Keeping | Failed to create and maintain a patient record for his diagnosis and treatment, of colic, in a five year old mare | Official reprimand |
| McFarland, Craig A. | 3127 | San Antonio | 1990-01 | 02/02/1990 | Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
submit board-ordered quarterly reports, failed to obtain or
provide verification of 100 hours of continuing education;
failed to maintain patient records, controlled substance
records; failed to establish a veterinary/client/patient
relationship to justify ordering, prescribing, dispensing, or
possessing the controlled substances listed. |
(BD Orders 1987-88 & 1988-89) |
| McLeod, Edwin Wade | 2794 | Round Rock | 1997-10 | 06/12/1997 | Standard of Care | Failed to administer the identified, recommended antidote for rat/mouse poison ingested by a dog | Official Reprimand |
| Meador, Loren Douglas | 5932 | Erick, OK | 1991-19 | 02/06/1991 | Records Keeping | Failed
to
maintain scheduled drug records, failed to maintain patient
records, use of scheduled drugs for self and not for animals,
received disciplinary action from another jurisdiction, i.e.,
Texas Racing Commission. |
5 yr prob. Susp.\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hr/yr CE; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Miller, James I. | 2542 | Dallas | 1996-13 | 06/13/1996 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment; Record Keeping | Failed to obtain client permission prior to performing a neuter on a cat; Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | Official Reprimand; $100 penalty. |
| Miller, Larry Bruce | 2786 | Taylor | 1997-06 | 06/12/1997 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain complete patient records | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence; Provide copies of records. |
| Mohr, Henry O. (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
2060 | Andrews | 1991-05 | 10/04/1990 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records. | 1 yr prob. Susp.\ $500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Mooney, Thomas G. | 1885 | Ft. Stockton | 1991-06 | 10/04/1990 | Record Keeping, Unnecessary / Unauthorized Treatment | Failed
to
maintain adequate patient records and dispensing prescription
drugs when not therapeutically indicated and when not necessary
or required for the medical care of animals. |
1 yr prob. Susp.\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\jurisp\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Moore, Lonnie D. | 3212 | Dallas | 1996-09 | 08/20/1996 | Standard of Care | Failed to remove a surgical sponge after performing a spay. | 1-year probated suspension; CE |
| Nazzal, Cheryl A. | 5535 | Gilmer | 1992-01 | 01/29/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice Record Keeping | Failed to maintain drug inventory records; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Allowed an unlicensed employee to complete rabies vaccination records and to sign her signature to rabies certificates in her absence; Allowed an un-licensed employee to vaccinate, treat and dispense medications for domestic animals. | 3 yr prob. Susp.\$1,500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs/yr.CE\qtr. Reports |
| Neill, Ralph W. | 4164 | Laredo | 1990-10 | 06/07/1990 | Narcotic/Script Record Keeping | Failure to establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship prior to delivering prescription drugs; Failure to maintain patient records; and failure to adhere to the law | 5 yr prob. Susp\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\20 hr CE\jurisp.\quarterly reports |
| Norris, Connie L. | 4751 | Irving | 1995-06 | 08/22/1997 | Standard of Care | Ligated
both
ureters of a dog during a routine spay, causing severe post
renal uremia. |
3-year probated suspension; jurisp; $100 Admin. |
| Norris, Connie L. | 4751 | Terrell | 1996-20 | 10/03/1996 | Continuing Education | Failed
to
obtain the required number of continuing education hours in 1995
necessary to renew her license for 1996 |
Official Reprimand; Periodic Report of CE; Provide documents to verify attendance; $250 Admin; 30 hrs. CE |
| Norris, Connie L. | 4751 | Terrell | 1999-02 | 06/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate her satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1997 for the renewal of his license in 1998. | $250 Admin Penalty; submit CE to Board. |
| Nowland, Daniel A. | 5539 | San Marcos | 1992-24 | 10/22/1992 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Performed a spay on a kitten that died shortly after surgery from probable anesthetic reaction. Instead of contacting the client and informing her of her cat’s death, Dr. Nowland drew blood from the dead cat and conducted a Feline Leukemia test, which proved to be negative. He then contacted the owner and informed her that the test was positive and that the disease may have caused the kitten’s death under anesthesia. | Official Reprimand; 20 hr CE within yr.; jurisp. |
| O’Gorman, Mark | 5795 | Fort Worth | 1998-14 | 10/01/1998 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate his satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1995 for the renewal of his license in 1996 | Official Reprimand; $250 Admin Penalty |
| Odom, Christinia L. | 7559 | Longview | 1997-05 | 01/29/1997 | Record Keeping | Failed to notate physical examination in patient records | Official Reprimand. |
| Odom, Tim | 4803 | Graham | 1997-09 | 06/12/1997 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to use proper restraint methods; Failed to notify client of injury to animal resulting from using improper restraint methods; Failed to dispense necessary medication to treat injury; Failed to attach dispensing label to medication; Failed to maintain complete patient records | 6-Month Probated Suspension; jurisprudence; submit samples of record keeping system |
| Owens, Cling | 4995 | Gilmer | 1998-09 | 06/11/1998 | Record Keeping; Labeling | Failed to establish a veterinarian/client/patient relationship prior to dispensing medication; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to affix a label prior to dispensing medication. | Official Reprimand |
| Peterson, Hans D. | 2579 | Eagle Pass | 1995-09 | 02/08/1995 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Utilized veterinary license to order and posses prescription drugs and then allowed un-licensed persons to sell those prescription drugs, which include a controlled substance, over the counter to the Public; Allowed the controlled substances to be stored in an unsecured manner; Failed to properly maintain records for controlled substances sold at the store. | 2-year probated Susp.; Jurisp; Qtr. Rpts; $500 Admin. Penalty |
| Pigott, Edward L. | 1995 | San Antonio | 1991-01 | 10/04/1990 | Allowing Illegal Practice | From
September
1987 to February 1989, routinely and repeatedly allowed his
employee, an unlicensed individual, to practice veterinary
medicine, i.e., castration of cats, a surgical procedure. |
Off. Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty |
| Pipes, Charles R. | 4361 | Garland | 1995-10 | 02/08/1995 | Standard of Care | Failed to detect and diagnose a bladder stone that was visible in the x-ray. | Official reprimand. |
| Pipes, Charles R. | 4361 | Garland | 1996-05 | 02/07/1996 | Labeling | Failed to include the required information on his dispensing label | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence Exam. |
| Pittman, Ruann | 4756 | Temple | 1996-15 | 10/03/1996 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to use the proper sutures after surgery, which led to complications and ultimately to the decision to euthanize the animal; Failed to annotate the patient medical records with medications used, dosage, and method of administration | Official Reprimand |
| Pittman, Ruann | 4756 | Temple | 1998-10 | 06/11/1998 | Standard of Care | Transected the urethra approximately 1 cm distal to the neck of the bladder during a surgery to remove a perianal mass; Made multiple suture ligatures within the tissue of the bladder neck. | 1-year probated susp.; $501 Admin Penalty; 15 hrs. CE |
| Ptacek, Edward L. | 5264 | Gun Barrell City | 1993-10 | 01/13/1993 | Fraud; Accreditation Action | Engaged in the dishonest and illegal practice of veterinary medicine by misrepresenting blood samples submitted to the Texas State-Federal Lab in Palestine which later proved to be positive for Brucellosis. | 2-year prob suspension; $500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Raines, Amy M. | 6578 | Oklahoma City, OK | 1991-24 | 01/29/1992 | Standard of Care | Misdiagnosed an impaction colic; Failed to diagnose a severe restriction of the urethra | Official Reprimand |
| Ralston , Norman C. - DECEASED | 980 | Dallas | 1994-04 | 02/02/1994 | Standard of Care, Other | Failure
to
advise a client that the treatment provided to their pet was a
homeopathic remedy, and allowed the client to believe the
treatment was conventional and traditional. Refusal to allow a
board investigator to inspect and/or copy client patient records
as outlined in Rule of Professional Conduct 573.63. |
Official Reprimand, signed consent form before using alternate therapies, Jurisprudence, and prominently display sign stating that he performs alternate therapy. |
| Ralston, Norman C. - DECEASED | 980 | Mesquite | 1995-11 | 06/12/1997 | Standard of Care | Violation
of
negotiated board settlement by failing to obtain written consent
from clients to use alternate therapies on patients. |
1-year suspension with all but the first 30 days probated. $1,000 Admin. Penalty. SOAH Docket No. 578-95-0866 |
| Ralston, Norman C. - DECEASED | 980 | Mesquite | 1997-07 | Standard of Care | Failure
to
properly diagnose and treat a dog’s medical condition; failure
to record required information in patient records including
diagnosis, body weight, temperature, and dosages of various
medications administered, and contain insufficient details as to
what was discovered during examinations; dispensing labels for
medications that do not contain the proper information required;
ordering and dispensing a prescription drug, ImmunoRegulin, for
a client’s personal use. |
Deceased | |
| Ralston, Norman C. - DECEASED | 980 | Mesquite | 1997-08 | Standard of Care | Failure
to
properly diagnose and treat cat; failure to maintain complete
patient records including details of surgery or the condition of
the cat after surgery; failure to complete labels on medication
dispensed. |
Deceased | |
| Rathke, Herman | 2272 | Del Rio | 2000-01 | 10/07/1999 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to take appropriate corrective action in the face of repeated complications to the suture of a surgical incision; Failed to maintain accurate patient records | Official Reprimand; Submit 10 Patient Records each month for 6 months |
| Revere, John M. | 5802 | Houston | 1999-15 | 06/07/1999 | Standard of Care Allowing Illegal Practice Record Keeping | Failed to warn a client of possible complications of a dipping procedure utilizing an off label treatment; Failed to obtain informed consent regarding the off-label use of Mitaban; Allowed two un-licensed employees, “Dr. Garza” and Juan Carlos, to diagnose and treat animals without Dr. Revere’s presence. Official Reprimand Reves, Michael H. 1995-03 2/8/95 Labeling Failed | Official Reprimand |
| Reves, Michael H. | 5129 | Houston | 1995-03 | 02/08/1995 | Labeling | Failed to properly label a federal legend drug that he dispensed for administration to a cat. Official Reprimand; Take and pass Jurisprudence Exam. Reves, Michael H. 1996-16 10/3/96 Standard of Care; Record Keeping Failed to allow adequate recovery time | Official Reprimand. Take and pass the jurisprudence |
| Reves, Michael H. | 5129 | Houston | 1996-16 | 10/03/1996 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Administered ECP, a drug intended for use only in cattle used for breeding purposes to a dog for treatment of incontinence | 2-year Probated Suspension; $1000 Admin Penalty |
| Reves, Michael H. | 5129 | Houston | 1998-11 | 10/01/1999 | Standard of Care | Administered
drug
to a dog only intended for use in cattle used for breeding
purposes. A warning is stated for use in canines; canines were
removed from the product label. |
Official Reprimand and Penalty $200 |
| Riccitello, Robert | 7396 | San Marcos | 1997-17 | 06/11/1998 | Standard of Care; Supervision of Non-licensed employee; Responsibility for Unlicensed and Licensed employees; Record Keeping; Narcotics; Continuing Education | Failed to provide meaningful veterinary care during the time patients were in his clinic; allowed a non-veterinarian to treat animals without veterinary supervision while he attended a substance abuse program; failed to suggest having another veterinarian examine a mare that was in his clinic for treatment when he was not available. The mare was later euthanized by his authorization while he was still in the substance abuse clinic and without having been seen by a veterinarian; Allowed a non-veterinarian to treat patients including the administration of controlled substances, without veterinary supervision while he attended a substance abuse program; Failed to maintain complete, accurate patient records; Failed to possess a current DPS controlled substance registration; Failed to obtain CE hours for 2002, renewal year 2003. | 2 year suspended sentence, last 18 mos. Probated, jurisprudence |
| Rigoni, Cynthia A. | 4662 | Houston | 1992-09 | 01/29/1992 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances records; Failed to maintain adequate patient records | 1 yr prob. Susp.\semi-annual reports on controlled substances purchased & disposition of the controlled substances |
| Rigoni, Cynthia A. | 4662 | Houston | 1992-18 | 06/11/1993 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to maintain adequate controlled substances records; Failed to maintain adequate patient record | 2 yr prob. Susp.\$1,000 Admin. Penalty |
| Risinger, Casey M. | 6067 | Terrell | 1997-02 | 09/10/1996 | Record Keeping | Failed to properly identify the type of medication used and the amount administered in patient records pertaining to “Samson”. | Official Reprimand |
| Robertson, William R. | 2156 | Odessa | 1991-09 | 10/04/1990 | Record Keeping Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records and dispensing prescriptions drugs when not therapeutically indicated and when not necessary or required for the medical care of animals. | 1 yr prob. Susp.\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Romane, William M. | 853 | Bryan | 1992-02 | 01/29/1992 | Fraud, Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Failure
to
exercise honesty, integrity, and fair dealing with clients, by
signing fertility test reports, attesting to the physical
condition of animals he never examined. |
Official Reprimand; 2-year Probated Suspension; Jurisprudence |
| Ross, Donald L. - Neutercorp. | 2551 | Houston | 1993-14 (a) | 06/09/1994 | Standard of Care; Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed employees to examine dogs and cats upon presentation; determine whether or not the animal was in a healthy condition, inoculate animals with rabies and commonly employed vaccines; and/or examine, prepare and anesthetize animals for surgery, all of which were also routinely performed without a veterinarian/client/patient relationship established by a licensed veterinarian; De-clawed a cat that had been presented for rabies, distemper and feline leukemia vaccinations and for neutering | Official Reprimand; $5,000 Admin. Penalty; jurisp; enhance policy manual; distribute & have employees sign that they have read and understood it. |
| Ross, Donald L. | 2551 | Houston | 1997-21 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Accidentally cut the vocal chords of a seven year old female Chesapeake Retriever dog; Failed to properly annotate the animal’s medical records to show pre-surgical temperature, medications administered, strength, and route of administration of medications. | Official Reprimand |
| Salas, Daniel W. | 2553 | Lufkin | 1993-12 | 06/10/1993 | Labeling; Record Keeping | Second offense of failure to properly label medications dispensed and failure to maintain complete patient records. | 5 year probated suspension; $1,000 Admin. Penalty; unannounced inspections of records; qtr. Rpts.; Jurisprudence |
| Salas, Daniel W. | 2553 | Lufkin | 1996-19 | 07/11/1996 | Narcotic/Script; Allowing Illegal Practice: Labeling; Record Keeping | Allowed an un-licensed employee to sell Lincocin Aquadrops, a prescription drug; Failed to establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship prior to the sale of the drug; Failed to affix a dispensing label containing information required by Board rule; Patient records do not contain an entry for the February 1994 purchase of Lincocin Aquadrops. | 1-year suspension to run concurrently with probated suspension from Agreed Order 1998-08 with 670 days stayed; 60 days down time; $3,000 Admin. Penalty; |
| Salas, Daniel W. | 2553 | Lufkin | 1998-08 | 06/11/1998 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Accidentally attempted to spay the wrong animal | 6-Month Probated Suspension; $2,000 Admin. Penalty; Jurisprudence; Submit 10 patient records each month for 6 months |
| Sealy, Roscoe | 910 | San Antonio | 1993-11 | 06/10/1993 | Narcotic/Script | Administered legend, and controlled drugs to his wife; Failed to maintain records concerning acquisition and disposition of the drugs as required by law. | 5 years probated suspension, 15 hours CE, Surrender DPS & DEA Certificates |
| Sloan, Jerry E. | 7802 | Odessa | 1996-23 | 10/03/1996 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to obtain authorization prior to de-clawing a cat. | Official Reprimand |
| Sloat, J.G. - Neutercorp. | 4820 | Houston | 1993-14 (c) | 06/09/1994 | Standard of Care; Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed employees to examine dogs and cats upon presentation; determine whether or not the animal was in a healthy condition, inoculate animals with rabies and commonly employed vaccines; and/or examine, prepare and anesthetize animals for surgery, all of which were also routinely performed without a veterinarian/client/patient relationship established by a licensed veterinarian; De-clawed a cat that had been presented for rabies, distemper and feline leukemia vaccinations and for neutering | Official Reprimand; $5,000 Admin. Penalty; jurisp; enhance policy manual; distribute & have employees sign that they have read and understood it. |
| Smith, Don R. | 2080 | Paris | 1991-20 | 02/06/1991 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing; Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Accepted payment for a euthanasia that was not performed; The animal was given to another person | Off. Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs CE; Jurisp. |
| Smrstick, Gary | 5138 | Austin | 1995-15 | 06/08/1995 | Record Keeping | Failed to properly maintain patient records as required by rule | Official Reprimand, submit to unannounced qtrly inspections, Take and pass Jurisprudence Exam |
| Snyder, David | 5560 | Terrell | 1992-03 | 01/29/1992 | Felony Conviction | Convicted of a felony relating to illegal distribution of a controlled substance. | ;
Reinstated with Probationary License 7/15/97 |
| Sohmer, John P. | 5069 | Plano | 1991-02 | 10/04/1990 | Standard of Care | Failure to exercise humane care, skill and diligence in de-clawing a cat. | 2 yr prob.susp\$500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp\20 hrs CE in small animal med.; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Speir, John D. | 2821 | San Antonio | 1991-17 | 02/06/1991 | Standard of Care | Struck and used excessive force while treating clients’ animals. | Stress mgt. Counseling\100 hrs CS\jurisprudence |
| Spruiell, John L. | 2824 | Laredo | 1990-06 | 06/07/1990 | Narcotic/Script Record Keepin | Failed to establish a veterinarian/client/patient relationship prior to delivering prescription drugs; Failed to maintain patient records | 5 yr prob. Susp.\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs. CE\jurisp\re-issuance of drug certificates for buethenasia\quarterly reports.; Jurisp. |
| Stormer, David W. | 4195 | Conroe | 1992-15 | 06/11/1992 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Standard of Care | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform surgeries, including cat neuters and de-claws; Failed to appropriately treat a dog diagnosed with Parvovirus | 3 yr prob. Susp; $2,000 Admin. Penalty; jurisp.; qrt rpts |
| Streid, Ronald O. | Austin | 1996-11 | 06/13/1996 | Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Failed to obtain authorization from a client prior to performing surgery | Official Reprimand | |
| Swain, Jack L. | 2974 | Temple | 1998-07 | 02/26/1998 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Failed to establish a proper veterinarian/client/patient relationship prior to authorizing over the telephone, and later signing “Veterinary Drug Purchase Orders”. The purchase orders required the drug company to ship prescription drugs to various cattle operations. Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to label prescription drugs dispensed; Directly employed by Hi- Pro Animal Health, as a consultant for the company’s prescription drug sales. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence; Submit Samples of Record Keeping System |
| Swenson, Roger | 7675 | Norfolk, NE | 1996-01 | 02/07/1996 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
treat cat in a manner consistent with the same degree of humane
care, skill, and diligence used by members of the veterinary
profession in the same or similar circumstances In the locality
or community in which they practice. |
Official Reprimand |
| Syler, James P. | 1946 | Athens | 1992-06 | 01/29/1992 | Narcotic / Script, Violation of Board Order, Substance Abuse | Failure
to
maintain drug inventory records. Violation of a board order and
chemical dependency |
3 yr prob. Susp.\surrender DPS/DEA cert\remain in peer asst.\attend 3 AA meetings per week\no-notice drug screens\allow peer asst. prog. to submit qrt rpts. |
| Syler, James P. | 1946 | Athens | 1992-21 | 06/11/1993 | Narcotic / Script | Purchased
Torbutrol
(butorphanol tartrate), prescription drugs, on a cash basis from
licensed veterinarians, for his own personal use. |
|
| Taylor, Jon C. | 2666 | Carrizo Springs | 1992-11 | 01/29/1992 | Fraud | Issued U.S. Original Health Certificates for swine bound to Mexico without examining them or a representative segment thereof. | 3 yr. Prob. Susp.\$2,000 Admin. Penalty\25 hrs/yr. CE\jurisprudence |
| Terrell, Robert T. | 1488 | Longview | 1991-25 | 10/03/1991 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately examine a dog upon initial presentation or on subsequent visit; Failed to diagnose the condition of Pyometra. | 2 yr prob. Susp.\40 hrs CE\jurisprudence\qrt rpts |
| Tillett, III, Henry A - DECEASED | 1324 | Midland | 1993-01 | 02/03/1993 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
perform pre-anesthetic exam on dog prior to castration surgery |
Official Reprimand; 20 hrs CE in 1 yr.; jurip. |
| Trimmier, James R. | 5567 | San Antonio | 1992-19 | 06/11/1992 | Narcotic/Script; Substance Abuse | Ordered controlled substances when not necessary or needed for the care of animals; Failed to maintain records of the controlled substances; Chemical Dependency | 5 yr prob. Susp.\abstain from use of all controlled substances\participate in drug treatment program\$1,500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\quarterly reports. |
| Tripp, Jay M. | 2083 | Odessa | 1991-07 | 10/04/1990 | Record Keeping; Unnecessary/ Unauthorized Treatment | Dispensing Wyamine Sulfate when not therapeutically indicated and when not necessary or required for the medical care of animals; Failed to maintain patient records to substantiate the use of the Wyamine Sulfate. | 1 yr prob. Susp\$500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs CE\50 hr CS\jurisp; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Ussery, Ronald W. | 5569 | Pleasanton | 1995-17 | 10/05/1995 | Narcotic/Script | Dispensed federal legend drugs for human use and not for the treatment of animals. | 1-year probated suspension |
| Vallee, Jack P. | 4597 | Midland | 1999-14 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Vallee, Melissa S. | 4592 | Midland | 1999-13 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Vogt, Michael E. | 5686 | San Angelo | 1991-08 | 02/07/1991 | Narcotic/Script Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Administered and/or dispensed Wyamine Sulfate when not therapeutically indicated and when not necessary or required for the medical care of animals; Failed to maintain adequate patient records to substantiate the use of the Wyamine Sulfate; Presented false documentation during an administrative conference to account for disposition of the Wyamine Sulfate; Failed to file a change of mailing address with the Board within required timeframe. | 5 yr prob. Susp.\6 mo down\$2,500 Admin. Penalty |
| Vogt, Michael E. | 5686 | San Angelo | 1999-17 | 06/11/1999 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping | Failed to timely and properly diagnose a perforated rectum; Failed to properly treat a horse with a perforated rectum. | Official reprimand, $500 penalty, must submit copies of 10 different patient records each month for 6 mos. |
| Vulgamott, James C. | 5415 | Houston | 1992-08 | 01/29/1992 | Narcotic/Script; Record Keeping | Prescribed Ritalin for an animal without establishing a veterinary/patient relationship; Did not maintain adequate records to substantiate prescription. | Official Reprimand |
| Wadhwani, Savita | 6888 | San Antonio | 1998-06 | 02/26/1998 | Standard of Care | Failed to provide proper post operative monitoring during an animal's recovery from surgery. | Official Reprimand |
| Walker, Mark D. | 5843 | Vienna, VA | 1991-18 | 02/06/1991 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
properly maintain drug inventory records of all scheduled drugs
obtained by him; failed to properly maintain patient records;
failed to establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship
prior to prescribing, ordering, possessing, dispensing and/or
administering the drugs listed. |
License
in lieu of disciplinary action |
| Walker, Tommy J. | 3336 | Arlington | 1996-21 | 10/03/1996 | Continuing Education | Failed to obtain the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1995 necessary to renew her license for 1996. | Official Reprimand; $250 penalty; 30 hrs. CE; periodic reports |
| Walters, Delbert A. | 5677 | Commerce | 1995-12 | 06/08/1995 | Narcotic/Script; Substance Abuse | Obtained the drug Ketamine Hcl, a prescription drug, for his own use; Chemically dependent and addicted to drugs. | 3 years probated suspension, participate in peer assistance program, quarterly reports to Board; Drug Testing |
| Walters, Delbert A. | 5677 | Commerce | 1997-18 | 02/26/1998 | Narcotic/Script; Violation of Board Order; Substance Abuse | Violated Board order 1995-12 by utilizing Ketamine on a regular basis, being arrested for a DWI and self administering the prescription drug Ketamine Hcl. | 2-year
of License |
| Washington, Marlo S. (Alexander) | 8227 |
Houston |
1999-11 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999 | Administrative Penalty of $250 |
| Weedon, J.R. - Neutercorp. | 2567 | Houston | 1993-14 (d) | 06/09/1994 | Standard of Care; Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed employees to examine dogs and cats upon presentation; determine whether or not the animal was in a healthy condition, inoculate animals with rabies and commonly employed vaccines; and/or examine, prepare and anesthetize animals for surgery, all of which were also routinely performed without a veterinarian/client/patient relationship established by a licensed veterinarian; De-clawed a cat that had been presented for rabies, distemper and feline leukemia vaccinations and for neutering. | Jurisp; enhance policy manual; distribute & have employees sign that they have read and understood it. |
| White, Gene E. | 2460 | Roanoke | 1991-03 | 10/04/1990 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records for controlled substances | 2 yr prob. Susp. Added to prev. 5 yrs in docket no. 1987-22 to terminate 10/1/95\15 hrs/yr CE\$1,000 Admin. Penalty |
| Wilbanks, Robert D. | 5633 | San Antonio | 1991-10 | 02/06/1991 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed unlicensed staff to practice veterinary medicine; performing procedures not authorized by clients; Failed to maintain adequate records; Allowed non-licensed person to perform de-claw procedure | 2yr. Prob. Susp.\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs/yr. CE\100 hrs CS |
| Wilkinson, Glen E. | 5222 | Premont | 1991-16 | 02/06/1991 | Narcotic/Script | Allowed his veterinary license to be used for unauthorized delivery of prescription drugs; Failed to register as a Wholesale Drug Distributor; Failed to establish veterinarian/client/patient relationship | 1 yr prob. Susp.\$1,500 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Williams, Karen S. | 6345 | Forney | 1999-04 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to produce records to substantiate her satisfaction of the required number of Continuing Education hours in 1995 for the renewal of his license in 1997. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Williams, Michael N. | 3666 | Tyler | 1997-22 | 02/26/1998 | Record Keeping | Failed to properly annotate an animal’s medical records to reveal a pre-operative examination and route of administration for medications used for surgery. | Official Reprimand; Jurisprudence |
| Willingham, Richard O. | 3832 | Sulphur Springs | 1991-12 | 02/06/1991 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed un-licensed person to administer vaccinations; treat animals; and perform surgery | Reprimand\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\jurisp.\20 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1988-28 | 02/07/1991 | Standard of Care | Failure
to
properly diagnose and treat a dog that had fulminating pneumonia
and which led to the death of the dog. Repeated use of steroids
increased the health risk to the dog. Failed to label
medications dispensed. |
5 yr prob. Suspj\30 days down\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\submit drug invoices to board office every 6 months\20 hrs CE\jurisp.; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1990-12 | 02/07/1991 | Standard of Care; Record Keeping; Narcotic/Script | Failure to exercise humane care, skill and diligence in treating patients; Failure to maintain adequate drug inventory records on scheduled drugs; Failure to establish a veterinary/client/patient relationship prior to ordering and delivering prescription drugs;. | 5 yr prob. Suspj\30 days down\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\submit drug invoices to board office every 6 months\20 hrs CE\jurisp.; Qtr. Rpts. |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1997-23 | 06/10/1999 | Record Keeping | Failed to maintain complete patient records, including the lab results of an animal; The patient’s records failed to reflect diagnoses and amounts and dosages of medication administered | $4,000 penalty, 5 year suspension 45 days must be served and the remainder of time to be probated. |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1997-24 | 06/10/1999 | Record Keeping; Narcotic/Script | During an inspection, investigators found that adequate patient records where not maintained, adequate controlled substances records were not maintained, patient names were not recorded on controlled substance logs, veterinarian/client/patient relationships with animals treated were not established prior to dispensing controlled substances | See dockets 1997-23, 1997-24, 1997-25, 1997-26 |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1997-25 | 06/10/1999 | Standard of Care | Failed to diagnose and treat Canine Distemper Encephalitis | See dockets 1997-23, 1997-24,1997-25, 1997-26 |
| Wilson, Robert Lovell | 1951 | Grand Prairie | 1997-26 | 06/10/1999 | Felony Conviction | Felony Conviction | See dockets 1997-23, 1997-24, 1997-25, 1997-26 |
| Woller, Donald | 4403 | Decatur | 1999-08 | 07/10/1999 | Continuing Education | Failed to acquire the required Continuing Education for renewal of a license in 1999. | $250 Admin Penalty |
| Zarges, Sidney T. | 1964 | El Paso | 1991-32 | 10/04/1991 | Felony Conviction | Convicted of a felony that directly relates to the practice of veterinary medicine. | /apld
2/20/92-not
reinstated\apld 10/22/92-reinstated w/no DEA-DPS cert |
| 1980's
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Aber, Gary P. | 3890 | Simonton | 1988-22 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Administered and/or dispensed Ritalin, a Schedule II drug, for training purposes and when not necessary or required for care of the animals; Failed to maintain records to substantiate the use of Ritalin. | 1 yr prob. Susp.\ surrender II & IIN \$500 Admin. Penalty \15 hrs. CE; Jurisp; Qrt. Rpts. |
| Alldredge, Benji F. | 4898 | Comfort | 1987-24 | 10/01/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug records for Meperidine, Ritalin, Numorphan, and Demerol, all Schedule II drugs; Did not dispense these drugs for medically sound reasons; Failed to utilize Triplicate prescriptions when dispensing controlled substances; failed to maintain records for the patients who allegedly received the controlled substances. | 5 yr. Prob. Susp.\30 days down \surrender II & IIN\ $2,500 Admin. Penalty\ 15 hrs/ yr CE\50 hrs CS \qrtly reports |
| Anderson, Tommy Don | 3713 | Blossom | 1987-14 | 06/11/1987 | Accreditation Action; Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Issued blank TAHC official Health Certificates for shipments of livestock which he did not personally inspect; failed to accurately and fully complete certificates. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\14 days down \50 hrs CE\qtr. reports, Jurisprudence, 50 hrs CS |
| Betton, Steven | 3374 | Midland | 1980-01 | 01/22/1980 | |
Verbal abuse of clients; threw client’s dog
out the door and into the parking lot without a leash or other
form of restraint; charged more than quoted estimate for
boarding |
Research needed to locate original Board Order |
| Bottonfield, Samuel C. | 3233 | Laredo | 1982-03 | 01/23/1982 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowing an un-licensed employee to administer rabies vaccinations while the veterinarian was not on the premises. | 3 Yr. Probated Suspension, Semi-Annual Reports |
| Bradford, Tom S. | 3721 | Bedford | 1987-23 | 10/01/1987 | Narcotic / Script | Narcotic/Script Failed to maintain adequate drug records for Meperidine, Ritalin, and Numorphan, Schedule II drugs. | 1 yr. Prob. Susp. surrender II & IIN \$500 Admin. Penalty \15 hrs. CE/Qtrly Reports |
| Brittain, Mack L. | 2311 | Terrell | 1986-09 | 08/16/1986 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. Brittain for a period of 3 months due to the finding that Dr. Brittain violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis; and by utilizing a layman, Paul Cotton, to perform some brucellosis card tests. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\1 mo. Down\ serve as state's witness-P. Cotton |
| Brown, Clarence R. | 3378 | Frisco | 1985-03 | 10/04/1985 | Un-professional / Dishonorable Conduct | Wrote 83 prescriptions for Tylenol #3 with codeine, a schedule III drug for non-veterinary use | 3 Yr. Probated Suspension; Surrender Federal Narcotics License during probation; Enroll for 6-mo. In chemical dependence support counseling program and report involvement quarterly; Inform professional in his workplace of this order. |
| Brumlow, Jerry O. | 1903 | Floresbille | 1983-01 | 10/26/1983 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Utilizing information gained while providing veterinary services (location of cattle), Dr. Brumlow later returned to the property and removed 11 head of cattle with the intent of permanently depriving the client of ownership of the cattle. Dr. Brumlow had been paid in full for his services. | 7-year probated suspension |
| Buckman, Thomas B. | 3349 | Austin | 1988-24 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failure to maintain adequate records for
Controlled Substances and ordering Dextroamphetamine Tablets
when not necessary or needed for the care of animals |
5 yr prob. Susp.\$500 Admin. Penalty\ 75 hr CE\ 200 hr CS\drug depend eval.; Qtr. Rpt.; Jurisp. |
| Bullard, Tommy | 2236 | Weatherford | 1987-21 | 10/01/1987 | Narcotic / Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records on prescriptions written for 430 Ritalin tablets, A schedule II drug; failed to establish patient/veterinarian relationship prior to prescribing; prescribed Ritalin for training purposes and therefore for medically unsound reasons. | 5 yrs. prob. Susp.\sur. II& IIN \15 hr/yr. CE \ $2,500 Admin. Penalty\ qrtly report |
| Campbell, Kellee | 4691 | Austin | 1986-01 | 05/01/1986 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to administer rabies vaccinations when no licensed veterinarian was on the premises. | 1 yr. Prob. Susp.\ 50 hrs CS\30-day reports |
| Cannon, Joe E. | 2724 | Grand Prairie | 1988-04 | 02/01/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Administered Ritalin, a Schedule II drug, when not necessary or required for care of animals on 6 occasions. | 1 yr prob. Susp.\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\ 15 hrs. CE, Qt. Rpt |
| Cannon, Thomas S. | 5039 | Winona | 1988-06 | 02/04/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failed to maintain patient records reflecting the use of Ritalin; Administered the Ritalin as a training aid for use in a barrel racing horse, this is not necessary or needed for the care of the animal | 1 yr prob.. Susp.\surrender II & IIN\ $500 Admin. Penalty\ 15 hrs CE; Qt. Rpts. |
| Cator, Robert L. Jr. | 2397 | Mission | 1985-04 | 12/19/1985 | Accreditation Action | Drew blood from certain livestock in the State of Colorado for submission to the Colorado Cooperative Brucellosis Laboratory against the specific regulations and instructions of federal and state authorities. Dr. Cator was not licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Colorado nor authorized to perform Brucellosis testing in that state. | Reprimanded; Ordered to refrain from practicing outside Texas unless duly licensed. |
| Chenault, Henry L. | 2879 | Hurst | 1988-03 | 10/01/1987 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to perform spays, neuters and de-claws | 1 yr prob. Susp.\50 hrs CS\ 20 hrs.CE \$1,000 fine\ qtr. rpt |
| Colvin, Robert O. | 3389 | El Paso | 1987-03 | 01/30/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Dr. Colvin ordered Schedule II substances and failed to maintain records on their disposition; wrote Triplicate Prescriptions and failed to maintain records as to the disposition of the drugs; was admitted to the Hotel Dieu Treatment Center for treatment of chronic abuse and addiction to chemical substances | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\surrender II & IIN\ peer asst.\quar rep. |
| Conway, Jerry G. | 3910 | Comanche | 1987-10 | 06/12/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate records for Ritalin and Dilaudid, Schedule II drugs; failed to establish a patient/veterinarian relationship prior to prescribing both drugs; | 5 yr. Susp.\ 4 yrs. Probated, surrender II & IIN\ jurisp \qtr rep., 20 CE per year for 5 years |
| Corum, Herbert K. | 1563 | Huntsville | 1981-02 | 02/08/1982 | Violation of Board Order | Prescribing a Schedule II Controlled Substance without a Controlled Substances Registration Certification | Attend
AA;
Not possess, administer or prescribe schedule II, IIN, III
controlled substances; Appear before Board as requested;
Rehabilitate self. Agreement violated. |
| Corum, Herbert K. | 1563 | Silsbee | 1981-01 | 05/03/1981 | Felony Conviction | Felony conviction under Article 7465a(d) of the Veterinary Licensing Act. | |
| Crouch, Gary W. | 2688 | Brownsville | 1988-29 | 08/04/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate records for Numorphan, Dilaudid and Ritalin, Schedule II drugs; Failed to utilize Triplicate Prescription forms; Prescribed, dispensed and/or administered Controlled Substances for use in/on horses for racing/training purposes when not necessary or required for their care; failed to maintain adequate records to substantiate the use of the Controlled Substances. | 1 yr prob. Susp\ $500 Admin. Penalty\25 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Dixon, Don H. | 1765 | Cuero | 1988-15 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failure
to
maintain adequate inventory and patient records when
prescribing/dispensing controlled substances. |
1 yr prob. Susp.\surrender II & IIN\ $500 Admin. Penalty\ 15 hrs. CE; Jurisp.; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Dunn, Warner A. | 1611 | Nacogdoches | 1988-18 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failure
to
maintain adequate patient and inventory records of Scheduled
Drugs. |
1 yr prob. Susp.\ surrender II & IIN\ 15 hrs. CE\$500 Admin. Penalty; Qtr. Rpt.; Jurisp. |
| Eckhardt, Curtis A. | 1911 | Fredericksburg | 1987-15 | 06/11/1987 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Standard of Care | Attempted to euthanize a calf by shooting it one time between the eyes, realizing the animal was still breathing and alive, felt the animal would expire very shortly and left the animal while he went to get a trailer to remove the animal. 1 ½ hours later the animal was discovered alive by the owner. The animal was subsequently euthanized by another veterinarian; Allowed a non-licensed employee to administer a rabies vaccination while he was not on the premises. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\7 days down \50hrs ce\40 hrs. Cs\qtr. Reports |
| Ehrlund, Larry | 4512 | San Antonio | 1986-04 | 05/01/1986 | Accreditation Action | The
USDA
revoked veterinary accreditation, prompted by the finding that
the veterinarian failed to bleed all animals indicated on a U.S.
Origin Health Certificate for the brucellosis test. Signed a
U.S. Origin Health Certificate which had not been fully
completed. Failed to perform official tests and submit specimens
to designated laboratories. |
2 yr. Prob. Susp. |
| Epperson, E. E. | 2186 | Austin | 1988-01 | 10/01/1987 | Standard of Care | Failed
to
perform adequate diagnostic procedures on a dog with a lacerated
paw, therefore allowing the dog to suffer unnecessarily for a
period of approximately six months. |
1 yr prob. Susp.\50 hrs. CS\letter of apology to client |
| Farris, John H. DECEASED | 1912 | 1987-13 | 06/11/1987 | Felony Comviction | Felony
conviction
in the 38th Judicial District, Real County, Texas, of the
manufacture of a controlled substance and possession of a
controlled substance |
|
|
| Fuller, Jack P. | 1209 | Kerrville | 1985-01 | 02/11/1985 | Felony Comviction | Felony
conviction |
;
Revocation probated for 5-years; 12 hrs. CE during suspension;
Active in AA; Continue volunteer work at VA; Continue taking
Antabuse; File bi-annual reports |
| Garcia, Roberto N. | 2744 | Falfurrias | 1986-10 | 08/15/1986 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. Garcia for a period of 1 year due to the finding that Dr. Garcia violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis. | 1 yr. Prob. Susp.\40 hrs CS\ 30 hrs. CE/ min 3 hrs CE in brucellosis |
| Garza, Aldalberto | 4516 | McAllen | 1987-16 | 06/11/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug records for 3,800 tables of Ritalin, 200 tables of Methylphenidate; 200 milliliters of Dilaudid, Schedule II drugs. Dr. Garza routinely dispensed the drugs described to Jaime Humberto Limas Loredo, a veterinarian licensed in Mexico, hired by Dr. Garza to care for horses jointly owned by Drs. Garza and Limas and stabled in Mexico | 5 yr. Prob. Susp.\surrender DEA & DPS cert. 40 hrs. Ce\100 hrs cs\quarterly reports\jurisprudence |
| Guitar, David | 3259 | Stafford | 1988-02 | 10/01/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Did not maintain any patient records relating to 9 prescriptions of 30 mg vials of Talwin, a Schedule IV drug; Dr. Guitar did not maintain any controlled substances records for the 9 prescriptions; Failed to establish a patient/veterinary relationship for the prescriptions; Does not deny that the drugs were obtained by him for his own self-consumption to further a drug addiction condition | 5 yr prob. Susp.\surrender DEA & DPS cert.\peer asst\ qtr rep. |
| Hamilton, Edward D. | 3581 | Brookings, SD | 1989-04 | 06/07/1989 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug inventory records on Schedule II drugs, Ritalin, Dilaudid, Morphine and Numorphan; Failed to maintain patient records; Failed to utilizeTriplicate Prescriptions. | 2 yr prob susp.\$1,000 Admin. Penalty\surrender II & IIN\20 hr CE\jurisp\report schedule drug purchases \quarterly reports. |
| Harben, Robert M. | 2194 | Amarillo | 1988-10 | 02/04/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug records for Ritalin, Numorphan, and Dilaudid, Schedule II drugs; Failed to utilize Triplicate prescriptions when dispensing controlled substances; Failed to maintain adequate patient records to substantiate use of controlled substances. | Surrender II& IIN\$500 Admin. Penalty\15 hrs. CE; Jurisp. |
| Harris, Raymond L. | 2841 | Houston | 1987-06 | 01/29/1987 | Standard of Care | Failed to maintain anesthesia on a dog undergoing surgery | 60 days prob. Susp.\30 hrs CE in anesthesiology within 12 mo. |
| Hawthorne, Janis A. K. | 3265 | San Antonio | 1988-12 | 02/04/1988 | Standard of Care | Failed to take x-rays in view of suspicion that a dog might have been involved in an automobile accident; Failed to adequately diagnose the animal’s condition. | Reprimand\15 hrs CE\$500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisp. |
| Herrmann, Wesley W. | 2334 | Ballinger | 1987-09 | 01/29/1987 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to establish a patient/veterinarian relationship prior to prescribing Dilaudid, aka hydromorphone hydrochloride, a Schedule II Drug | 2 yr. Susp.\ 1 yr. Probated/jurisprudence |
| Howells, William V. | 1083 | San Antonio | 1988-08 | 02/04/1988 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately examine a dog and take x-rays in view of the suspicion that the dog might have been involved in an automobile accident. | 2 yr prob.susp \25 hrs CE\$500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisp.; Qt. Rpts. |
| Hubert, Paul | 4126 | Kingsville | 1986-06 | 08/15/1986 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. Hubert due to the finding that he violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\2 mo. Down\20 hrs CE |
| Jackson, Francis C. | 1164 | San Antonio | 1982-01 | 07/02/1982 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Vaccination
of
a dog without a veterinarian on the premises. |
1-year probated suspension; Monthly reports |
| Keller, Michael E. | 3100 | Sonora | 1987-05 | 06/11/1987 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Notified a client that he had euthanized 18 head of cattle due to severe suffering as a result of an auto accident; After the client had paid the bill, Dr. Keller later sent a letter stating that the cattle had not been euthanized and that 15 head would recover and the 3 remaining head were unmarketable | 1 yr. Prob. Susp.\50 hrs CS\ quarterly reports |
| Kern, John F. | 2256 | Houston | 1989-03 | 06/15/1989 | Narcotic / Script | Ordered
2100
tablets of Torbutrol, a prescription drug, for his own
self-abuse, and not where necessary or required for the medical
care of animals. |
5 yr prob. Susp\enter chemical abuse program\no-notice drug screens\report schedule drugs purchased\quarterly reports. |
| Kidd, George T. | 2530 | San Saba | 1988-26 | 06/03/1988 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Signed a Texas Animal Health Commission Certificate of Veterinary Inspection without benefit of examination or inspection of the animals. | 2 yr prob. Susp.\$2,500 Admin. Penalty\20 hrs. CE; Jurisp.; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Kosub, James T. | 3946 | La Vernia | 1988-16 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records for Triplicate Prescription written for Ritalin, Numorphan and Pantopan, Schedule II drugs | 3 yr prob.susp\1 mo.down\45 hr CE\sur. II & IIN\$2,500 Admin. Penalty; Qtr. Rpts.; Jurisp. |
| Lockard, WM. H. | 4210 | Fort Worth | 1982-04 | 11/23/1982 | Standard of Care | Negligently
failed
to control the sale of the drug Filaribits from his veterinary
clinic by and through his employees without examining the dog
for which the drug was intended. |
Reprimanded |
| Lozo, Robert D. | 2261 | San Antonio | 1984-01 | 02/11/1985 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to inoculate, diagnose, and treat a dog. | 5-year probated suspension; 20 hrs. CE annually during probation; File annual reports. |
| Mandola, Joseph G. | 4980 | Richmond | 1986-03 | 05/01/1986 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to administer anti-inflammatory medication when no licensed veterinarian was on the premises. | 6 mo. Prob. Susp. |
| Marsh, Charles S. | 2939 | Devine | 1988-25 | 06/03/1988 | Accreditation Action | Signed Health Certificates for cattle being shipped to Thailand without actually inspecting the animals and making appropriate tests in accordance with U.S. Department of Agriculture standards; Failed to take necessary measures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases of livestock by signing and issuing fraudulent Official Health Certificates. | 2 yr prob. Susp\$1,500 Admin. Penalty\40 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt.; Jurisp |
| McBride, Dan | 3453 | Burnet | 1986-08 | 08/15/1986 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. McBride for a period of one year due to the finding that Dr. McBride violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\no USDA accreditation work |
| McBride, Dan | 3453 | Burnet | 1987-08 | 01/29/1987 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed an un-licensed employee to administer vaccinations while he was not present | 5-yr Susp., 4-yrs probated (extended 1986-8 order 3 yrs.)\jurisp. |
| McFarland, Craig A. | 3127 | San Antonio | 1982-05 | 11/23/1982 | Narcotic Script | Received
forty
(40) Dexedrine Spansules for his own personal use and did not
prescribe the said Spansules for a valid veterinary purpose. |
5-year probated suspension; Sure DEA/DPS permits to reissue without II and IIN during suspension; Make all drug records available for inspection; Qtr. Reports |
| McFarland, Craig A. | 3127 | San Antonio | 1987-01 | 12/08/1986 | Allowing Illegal Practice, Standard of Care | Failed
to
comply with the conditions of his license probation. |
5 yr. Prob. Susp.\90 days down\250 hrs. CE - (50 annual) |
| McFarland, Craig A. | 3127 | San Antonio | 1987-20 | 06/12/1987 | Violation of Board Order | Wrote
prescriptions
for patients while under board-ordered suspension. |
5 yr. Prob. Susp.\90 days down\50 hr.\yr. Ce\quarterly reports |
| Nagle, Albert C. | 1066 | San Antonio | 1988-05 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain at his place of business adequate records on
Dextroamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled substance;
administered Dextroamphetamine as an adjunct to anesthesia in
order to stimulate post-operative patients to an ambulatory
status. Utilization of Dextroamphetamine as described is not
necessary or needed for the care of the animals. |
2 yr prob. Susp\1 mo down\surrender II & IIN; Juris.; Qt. Rpts. |
| Nazzal, Cheryl A. | 5535 | Gilmer | 1990-02 | 10/05/1989 | Narcotic/Script | Providing and administering dangerous drugs when not necessary or required for the care of animals. | Reprimand\25 hr CE\100 hrs CS\jurisp\quarterly reports |
| Petty, Dane O. | 2069 | Cumby | 1987-02 | 06/02/1987 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. Petty for a period of 1 year due to the finding that Dr. Petty violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis. | 3 yr. Prob. Susp.\1 yr. Down\quarterly rep-first 2 yrs\semi 3rd, No USDA Acc. Work |
| Rathke, Herman | 2272 | Del Rio | 1985-02 | 05/31/1985 | Record Keeping, Allowing Illegal Practice, Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
keep records concerning possession and disposition of Schedule
II controlled substances; aided or abetted the practice of
veterinary medicine by an unlicensed person. |
|
| Ross, Charles C. | 4370 | Humble | 1989-01 | 02/03/1989 | Narcotic/Script | Prescribed medication for a human and not for the care and treatment of animals. | Reprimand\jurisp.\50 hr CS \15 hr CE\ qtr rpts |
| Salas, Daniel W. | 2553 | Lufkin | 1988-21 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate inventory records on Talwin, a Schedule IV drug; Failed to maintain adequate patient records to substantiate the use of the Talwin. | 3 yr prob. Susp\1 mo. Down\sur II & IIN\ $1,000 Admin. Penalty \45 hrs. CE; Qtr. Rpt; Jurisp. |
| Sarmiento, Joseph | 6311 | Comfort | 1988-32 | 06/16/1989 | Standard of Care | Failure
to
adequately prepare surgical site prior to commencement of
Caesarian surgery on client’s heifer; failure to adequately
close the surgical rent in the uterus following the Caesarian
delivery of a calf. |
10 yr prob. Susp.\30 days down \Effective when sarmiento returns to Texas |
| Sells, Stephen M. | 4771 | Bandera | 1988-23 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate patient records for Ritalin, and Numorphan Suppositories, Schedule II drugs; Prescribed Ritalin and Numorphan for training purposes, which are medically unsound reasons. | 1 yr prob. Susp \surrender II & IIN\ $1,000 Admin. Penalty \15 hrs CE; Qtr. Rpt; Jurisp. |
| Shepherd, Richard H. | 3040 | Denton | 1988-20 | 06/03/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate inventory record on Ritalin, a Schedule II drug; Failed to maintain patient records reflecting use of Ritalin | 1 yr prob. susp.\surrender II & IIN\ $500 Admin. Penalty\ 15 hrs. CE; Qtr. Rpt; Jurisp. |
| Shook, David | 3321 | Austin | 1986-02 | 08/15/1986 | Standard of Care | Dr. Shook completed the removal of a hematoma. Upon retrieval by the owner, the dog showed signs of abdominal extension, appeared to be in pain and had trouble breathing. The owner asked Dr. Shook to take xrays of the animal, Dr. Shook declined. The animal was presented to an emergency clinic where x-rays were taken and it was determined that the animal’s stomach was twisted. The animal was later euthanized | 1 yr. Prob. Susp.\40 hrs CE\40hrs CS |
| Smith, Jr., Malcolm C. | 1870 | LaPorte | 1988-14 | 02/05/1988 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain patient records reflecting the use of
Dextroamphetamine; utilized Dextroamphetamine in the course of
research he was conducting concerning appetite control
medication for dogs. Utilization for the Dextroamphetamine as
described is not necessary or needed for the care of the
animals. |
License
in lieu of disciplinary action |
| Snelgrove, Michael | 6075 | Abilene | 1987-25 | 10/01/1987 | Narcotic / Script | Wrote
prescriptions
for Scheduled IV controlled substance using DEA Narcotics
Registration number of another vet without permission;
prescribed the Schedule IV controlled substance for medically
unsound reasons; failed to maintain adequate patient records for
the controlled substance |
5
yr prob. Susp.\30 days down \20 hrs. Ce\ $1,000 Admin.
Penalty\no notice drug screens\ quarterly reports\
license 2/3/89 \reinstated 2/21/91 – Peer Assistance, Drug
screens, No DEA/DPS registration., Inform future employers |
| Sowell, Melton | 2969 | Pipe Creek | 1987-04 | 01/30/1987 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain drug inventory records for Schedule II controlled
substances. Failed to utilize triplicate prescriptions as
required by the Texas Controlled Substances Act. Failed to
maintain patient records to substantiate use of certain
controlled substances. Administered Schedule II controlled
substances when not necessary or required for the care of
animals. Failed to establish veterinary/patient relationship
prior to dispensing and/or prescribing Ritalin and/or Dilaudid.
USDA Veterinary Accreditation revoked. |
\appealed
6/20/91-not
reinstated
\appealed 10/22/92-not reinstated |
| Stowe, Grady K. | 2972 | Vernon | 1989-07 | 06/07/1989 | Narcotic/Script | Ordered and used Controlled Substances when not necessary or needed for care of animals; Failed to maintain patient records on those Controlled Substances. | Reprimand\$500 Admin. Penalty\submit drug invoice records\15 hr CE\jurisp |
| Syler, James P. | 1946 | Athens | 1986-05 | 05/01/1986 | Violation of Board Order | Failed
to
furnish the board with quarterly reports as required in
Condition #6 of the agreed board order dated May 10, 1985. |
2 yr. Prob. Susp.\surrender II & IIN, quarterly drug screens\ twice weekly, AA meetings\weekly peer asst. Mtgs |
| Tarlton, John | 4833 | Georgetown | 1987-19 | 06/12/1987 | Fraud | Took tissue samples for submission to the Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab for diagnosis and billed the client for $145.00 for services rendered. The samples were never sent to the lab for diagnosis; Altered a Texas Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab report and represented the altered report as the results of test performed on animals owned by the client. | 3 yr. Prob. Susp.\1 mo. Down\ 50 hrs CE\20 hrs. CS\qtr. Reports, Jurisprudence |
| Tate, Glen A. | 3485 | Adkins | 1988-09 | 02/04/1988 | Standard of Care | Failed to adequately examine a dog and take x-rays in view of the suspicion that the dog might have been involved in an automobile accident. | 1 yr prob.susp \20 hrs CE\$500 Admin. Penalty; Jurisp.; Qt. Rpts. |
| Traver, Doug S. | 5072 | Weatherford | 1988-07 | 02/04/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate records on Ritalin, a Schedule II controlled substance; Failed to maintain patient records reflecting the use of the drug; Administered Ritalin as a training aid for horses, utilization of the drug in this manner is not therapeutically indicated and therefore not necessary or needed for the care of the animals | Off. Reprimand\ surrender II & IIN\ 15 hrs CE; Jurisp. |
| Valerius, Jackie A. | 2224 | Harlingen | 1987-12 | 01/29/1987 | Responsibility for unlicensed and licensed employees | Allowed employee John G. Montalbano to practice veterinary medicine without a license | 2 yr. Susp.\23 mos. Probated \Down\ improve records\qtr rep.\jurisp |
| Vannoy, Gary | 3492 | Ozona | 1986-07 | 08/15/1986 | Accreditation Action | The U.S. Department of Agriculture revoked the veterinary accreditation of Dr. Vannoy for a period of one year due to the finding that Dr. Vannoy violated rules and regulations governing the testing of cattle for brucellosis. | 2 yr. Prob. Susp.\no USDA accreditation work during suspension |
| Venhaus, Leonard W. | 2669 | Tyler | 1988-30 | 10/06/1988 | Accreditation Action | Failed to maintain adequate drug inventory records; Failed to maintain adequate patient records; Failed to completely label a drug dispensed; U.S. Department of Agriculture Accreditation was revoked for a period of two years. | 2 yr prob. Susp\1 mo. Down\ $2,000 Admin. Penalty \15 hrs CE; Jurisp; Qtr. Rpt. |
| Walker, Mark D. | 5843 | Vienna, VA | 1987-11 | 01/29/1987 | Narcotic / Script | Failed
to
maintain records on Schedule II drugs. Obtained Schedule II
drugs for self-administration. |
2 yr. Prob. Susp. \surrender II & IIN \peer asst. \qtr. Drug scrns, After care program |
| Wendt, Dennis A. | 4008 | Houston | 1987-07 | 01/29/1987 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Standard of Care; Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Allowed an un-licensed employee to diagnose and treat animals at his clinic while he was not present. | 1 yr. 6 mo. Prob. Susp.\15 days down with no financial gain\ 75 hrs CS \ jurisp\ have Zavadny meet with ex.sec. At brd. Off. |
| White, Gene E. | 2460 | Roanoke | 1987-22 | 10/01/1987 | Allowing Illegal Practice; Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug records for Meperidine, Ritalin, NumorphanDolphine, Sufenta, and Levo Dromoran, all Schedule II drugs; failed to maintain adequate records for Sanorex, a Schedule IV drug; Dr. White did not dispense the Schedule II drugs for medically sound reasons; Failed to utilize Triplicate prescriptions when dispensing controlled substances; failed to maintain patient records for controlled substances. | 5yrs. Prob. Susp.\90 days down\15 hrs/yr. CE\ $2,500 Admin. Penalty \surrender II & IIN\ qrtly reports, Jurisp |
| Wright, Odie D. | 3668 | Menard | 1982-02 | 05/11/1982 | Felony Conviction | Convicted of two felony offenses in the 51st Judicial District Court of Tom Green County for delivering a controlled substance (cocaine). | |
| Zarges, Sidney T. | 1964 | El Paso | 1988-11 | 02/04/1988 | Narcotic/Script | Failed to maintain adequate drug records for Ritalin and Desoxyn, both Schedule II drugs; Failed to utilize Triplicate prescriptions when dispensing controlled substances; Failed to maintain adequate patient records to substantiate use of controlled substances. | Surrender II & IIN\$500 Admin. Penalty\15 hrs. CE; Jurisp. |
| Zschech, Alan M. | 3179 | Lexington | 1989-02 | 02/03/1989 | Accreditation Action | Revocation of USDA Veterinary Accreditation | 2 yr prob. Susp\90 days down\ $2,500 Admin. Penalty \40 hrs CE \ jurisp.\ no USDA accreditation work during probation \qtr rpts. |
| 1970's
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Baker, John M. | 3227 | Fort Worth | 1978-04 | 01/15/1979 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Left an unlicensed individual in charge of
his veterinary clinic during his absence for the purpose of
administering rabies and other injections and issuing
vaccination certificates with veterinarian’s signature affixed |
6 Month Probated Suspension, 2 Reports |
| Barham, Bobby G. | 2388 | Corsicana | 1978-01 | 05/22/1978 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed a non-licensed employee to administer rabies injections un supervised. | Reprimanded |
| Buck, Louis E. DECEASED | 1150 | Austin | 1974-01 | 6//74 | Standard of Care | Failure to make or have made an x-ray for
diagnostic purposes; professionally improper method of casting
and immobilizing dog’s leg; failure to properly apposition the
ends of the said broken bones; verbal abuse of client, including
the statement that “those other Doctors are trying to rip you
off.” |
60-day Suspension |
| Buck, Louis E. DECEASED | 1150 | Houston | 1978-06 | 12/15/1979 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Respondent used libelous statements and
profane language when calling another veterinarian to accuse him
of being unethical and that he had “ripped off” respondent’s
client. |
Severely Reprimanded |
| Byrd, Sydney | 1496 | Lubbock | 1979-04 | 11/27/1979 | Standard of Care | Failed to clip hair and properly sterilize
surgical area on multiple dogs. Used fishing line as suturing
material on multiple dogs. Performed unauthorized diagnosis and
treatment against client's express request. Failed to make or
have made an x-ray for diagnostic purposes for a different
client. Used professionally improper method of immobilizing leg.
Failed to use proper and acceptable methods for
sterilizing surgical instruments. |
|
| Cady, Duane L. | 1042 | El Paso | 1973-01 | 06/12/1973 | Substance Abuse | Adjudged
by
the County Court of El Paso to be mentally ill by reason of
chronic alcohol addiction and was ordered committed to a mental
hospital for observation and/or treatment |
5-year probated suspension; Abstain from alcohol; Qtr. Reports |
| Corum, Herbert K. | 1563 | Alice | 1979-06 | N/A | Substance Abuse | Practicing while under the influence of alcohol | Not rendered – informal agreement reached |
| Crow, Emil W. | 1510 | Arlington | 1978-03 | 05/22/1978 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct, Narcotic / Script | The
writing
of fictitious prescriptions for, and obtaining dangerous drugs
and/or controlled substances |
|
| Doughty, James W. DECEASED | 2039 | Hearn | 1973-03 | 01/12/1974 | Other | Wrote
prescriptions
for and obtained dangerous drugs and/or controlled substances
without being in possession of a valid DEA registration number. |
|
| Espensen, Lawrence L. DECEASED | 865 | McAllen | 1970-03 | 01/11/1971 | Violation of Board Order | Falsely
certified
that he had inspected cattle; signed a blank health certificate
and left it at the offices of a cattle company for use by said
company |
|
| Fuller, Jack P. | 1209 | Kerrville |
1979-01 | 11/27/1979 | Felony
conviction |
Felony
conviction |
3-year probated suspension; 20 hrs CE; File Semi-annual Reports |
| Garrett, Floyd R., Jr. | 4245 | Corpus Christi | 1979-05 | 12/19/1979 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowing a non-licensed employee to treat animals while the veterinarian was not on the premises | 2-year probated suspension; Not encourage veterinary practice by unlicensed individual; File semi-annual reports. |
| Gill, Jimmie E. | 1979 | Fort Worth | 1976-01 | 02/01/1976 | Standard of Care | Did not fully inform and explain the condition of a patient to the client | Reprimanded |
| Harle, Robert P. | 3262 | Clyde | 1978-07 | 01/15/1979 | Other | Plead guilty and was convicted of two counts of illegally transporting in interstate commerce, brucellosis exposed cattle. | Reprimanded, 1 report within 3 days of order |
| Harrell, Larry O. | 2752 | Sugarland | 1978-05 | 01/15/1979 | Felony Conviction | Felony
conviction
in Louisiana of distribution of controlled substances. |
10-year probated suspension; Not apply or obtain permit to order or prescribe controlled substances; Bi-annual reports |
| Hildebrand, Thomas G. | 1671 | Houston | 1973-04 | 01/12/1974 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct | Dr. Hildebrand directed abusive and profane language at a client; made a diagnosis over the telephone without having seen the animal | 30-day suspension |
| Kane, Dorothy J. | Fort Worth | 1976-02 | 02/01/1976 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Failed
to
deliver the body of a cat to client. Did not fully inform and
explain condition of dog to client. |
Reprimanded | |
| King, Joe Mac | 3427 | San Antonio | 1976-05 | 01/07/1977 | Standard of Care | Severed and tied off the urethra at the neck of the urinary bladder during a surgery to remove an un-descended testicle. Following surgery, the bladder ruptured causing the death of the animal. It was also noted that the testicle was still present and intact in the abdominal cavity after the surgery | 1-year probated suspension; 2 reports during probation |
| Leggett, Charles B. DECEASED | 2204 | Fort Worth | 1978-02 | 05/22/1978 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed
an
unlicensed individual to diagnose and administer injections in
his absence. |
Reprimanded |
| Lovick, James S. | 2259 | Lindell | 1970-01 | 01/19/1970 | Substance Abuse | Self-administered narcotic drugs in such quantities and with such frequency so as to become addicted. | Semi-Annual Reports |
| McWilliams, Forde B. DECEASED | 1340 | Houston | 1975-03 | 12/15/1975 | Other |
Distributed
through
the U.S. mails a notice or postcard that contained unauthorized
information. Wrote and delivered prescriptions for controlled
substances that were for humans and not animals. |
1-year probated suspension; Bi-monthly reports |
| Minnis, Charles D. DECEASED | 1958 | Fort Worth | 1975-02 | 02/01/1976 | Solicitation | Solicited
opportunities
to present programs to groups and advertised clinic as an animal
vaccination clinic |
12-month probated suspension 1-month down; File Affidavit at end of suspension |
| Moomaw, Robert D. | 3448 | Dallas | 1973-06 | 01/12/1974 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct |
Indecently exposed himself to a female; made an obscene phone call. | 10-year probated suspension; Semi-annual reports; Seek psychiatric treatment and provide Board with periodic report as to his condition and prognosis |
| Ryan, John W. | 2812 | Seagoville | 1979-02 | 11/27/1979 | Felony Conviction | Felony
conviction
in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico. |
|
| Terry, Richard B. - DECEASED | 2680 | Houston | 1976-04 | 01/01/1977 | Standard of Care | Improper
euthanasia
administration. Failed to properly diagnose and treat dogs,
including failure to make xrays. Inadequate post-surgical
treatment of cat. |
|
| Tillett, Henry - DECEASED | 1324 | Midland | 1971-01 | 06/17/1971 | Accreditation Action | Falsified
official
health certificates on 250 head of swine |
3-mo. Probated suspension; file one report |
| Turman, Paul M. - DECEASED | 519 | Tyler | 1970-04 | 01/11/1971 | Accreditation Action | Signed
official
health certificates for approximately 137 cattle certifying that
the animals were free from evidence of communicable disease and
exposure therein when in fact 7 known reactors to the official
Brucellosis test as shown by a blood test conducted by
respondent were removed prior to the issuance of said
certificate and prior to shipment. |
3-mo. Probated suspension; File one report |
| Valerius, Jackie A. | 2224 | Harlingen | 1976-03 | 12/14/1976 | Continuing Education; Narcotics Registration | Failed to obtain all of the required continuing education hours for 2002, 2003, and 2004; Failed to maintain a valid DPS controlled substance registration from August 31, 2003 to August 27, 2005. | 6-mo. Probated suspension; 90-day reports |
| Wallace, Calvin F. | 1415 | Corpus Christi | 1973-02 | 06/12/1973 | Advertising | Dr. Wallace advertised that another veterinarian was practicing in the South Staples Animal Hospital, even though the veterinarian in question had notified Dr. Wallace that he would not be continuing his association or employment. | Reprimanded |
| 1960's
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Briggs, James S. | 2680 | Alice | 1969-01 | 03/03/1969 | Practicing Vet Med without a license | Practicing veterinary medicine without a license | Reprimanded |
| Cadwalder, George R. | 1561 | Houston | 1964-01 | 01/27/1964 | Substance Abuse | Self-administered
narcotic
drugs in such quantities and with such frequency as to become
addicted. Misuse of Federal Narcotic Permit. Executed and issued
fraudulent prescriptions. |
5-year probated suspension; Will not apply for Narcotics certification during probation |
| Corum, Herbert K. | 1563 | Alice | 1969-02 | 01/22/1969 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Dr. Corum went into business with James Scott Briggs, D.V.M. who was not licensed in Texas to practice veterinary medicine. Dr. Corum , knowing that Dr. Briggs was not licensed in this state, advertised that Dr. Briggs was practicing at the Corum Veterinary Clinic. Dr. Corum allowed Dr. Briggs to practice veterinary medicine at his clinic without a Texas license | 6-mo probated suspension, Qtr. Reports |
| Espensen, Lawrence L. DECEASED (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
865 | McAllen | 1959-03 | 01/12/1960 | Accreditation Action | (***
-
Board
is unable to locate this original order ***) |
3-year suspension |
| Harding, Thomas E. DECEASED | 1523 | San Antonio | 1960-01 | 01/27/1961 | Allowing Illegal Practice | Allowed
an
unlicensed employee to examine, diagnose, treat, and prescribe
medications for animals. Allowed employee to use signature
facsimile for health certificates and rabies vaccination
certificates. |
Severely Reprimanded |
| Kirschke, John A. | 1988 | Mountainair, NM | 1966-02 | 09/09/1966 | Unprofessional/ Dishonorable Conduct Substance Abuse | Dr. Kirschke administered narcotic drugs to himself in such quantities and with such frequency as to become addicted; executed and issued fraudulent prescriptions for the purpose of obtaining narcotic drugs for self-injection. | 5-year probated suspension; Semi-annual reports; Will not apply for narcotics certification during probation. |
| Phillips, John B. | 1961 | Pasadena | 1961-01 | 01/27/1961 | Practicing Vet Med without a license | Engaged
in
the practice of veterinary medicine without a license including
certain lab tests, diagnosis, treat, prescribe for, and
vaccinate a dog. |
3-year probated suspension; Semi-annual reports |
| Ramsey, E. W. - DECEASED | 465 | 1965-01 | 02/08/1965 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Signed
a
letter which constituted the first page of a four-page brochure
advertising a proprietary remedy which guaranteed a cure for an
eye condition in domestic animals; said advertising was given
general distribution through bulk mailing. |
3-year probated suspension; Semi-annual reports. | |
| Riddle, Royce D. DECEASED | 1247 | Wichita Falls | 1963-01 | 01/21/1963 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Self
administered
Demerol, a narcotic drug, in such quantities and with such
frequency as to become addicted. Falsely reported to the police
the loss of narcotic drugs and narcotics records when no loss
had taken place. Purchased Demerol without first having
registered and obtaining a narcotics permit from the District
Office of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics. |
20-year Probated suspension; Semi-annual reports. |
| Smith, Seymour J. | 1078 | Pasadena | 1961-02 | 01/27/1961 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Entered
into
a partnership with an unlicensed individual for the purpose of
conducting a veterinary practice and allowed illegal treatment
of animals by this individual. |
4-year probated suspension; Semi-annual reports |
| Smith, Seymour J. | 1078 | Pasadena | 1966-01 | 09/09/1966 | Felony Conviction | Felony
conviction
in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas,
Brownsville Division |
|
| 1950's
|
|
Name (Click on name to see Official Board Order) |
License # | City | Docket # | Date of Action | Violation | Summary "The summaries are taken directly from facts in the Agreed Orders. Please click on the linked veterinarian's name to read the entire Agreed Order from the TBVME."
|
Sanction |
| Davis, Charles D. DECEASED | 1718 | Gainesville | 1959-01 | 10/19/1959 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | In
the
respondent’s absence, allowed an unlicensed employee to
administer anesthetic to a dog, who then died. |
1-year Probated Suspension; Qtr. Reports |
| Howard, John E. | 1501 | Richmond | 1958-01 | 04/12/1958 | Felony Conviction | Felony
convictions
for passing a forged instrument and of obtaining money and
property of $50.00 and over by giving check without sufficient
funds. |
|
| Martin, James O. | 1472 | Cotulla | 1956-01 | 05/28/1956 | Unprofessional / Dishonorable Conduct | Guilty
of
dishonest or illegal practices in connection with the practice
of veterinary medicine. |
|
| Ogden, Donald I. (*** - Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
1575 | Mount Dora, Florida | 1958-02 | 09/18/1958 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | (***
-
Board is unable to locate this original order ***) |
|
| Paclik, Charlie J. DECEASED | 566 | Gainesville | 1959-02 | 10/19/1959 | Honesty, Integrity, Fair Dealing | Allowed
unlicensed
individual to practice veterinary medicine including anesthesia
of dog and performing caesarian section |
1-year probated suspension; Qtr. Report |
|
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