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Board of Registration in Medicine
The Board of Registration in Medicine is responsible for licensing, regulation, and discipline of Massachusetts physicians and acupuncturists. Medical professionals work in high pressure environments and are subject to close regulation by the Board. We have successfully defended physicians subject to investigation by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Board licenses physicians and acupuncturists in Massachusetts. It regulates the practice of medicine, investigates complaints, disciplines licensees for professional misconduct or incompetence, and ensures public health, safety and welfare.
Any person can submit a complaint against a physician or acupuncturist through BORIM’s online complaint system.
The Board’s Enforcement Division investigates complaints, gathers evidence, and the Complaint Committee reviews whether there is sufficient basis for disciplinary action.
- Allegations of incompetence, malpractice, or failing to meet accepted standard of care.
- Failure to report required incidents, health care facility disciplinary actions, hospital privilege suspensions related to competence or character.
- Unprofessional behavior, ethical violations, or false statements on license applications.
They can issue reprimands or public censure, suspend or revoke a medical license, impose probation, or require remedial training or continuing education.
The licensee has the right to notice of the allegations, a right to respond, to a hearing (adjudicatory hearing under M.G.L. c.30A and relevant board rules), and to contest evidence.
