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Howell, Buchan & Strong's team can help you with your business or professional license.Common Mistakes Physicians Make that are Avoidable: How to Avoid an Administrative Complaint
In a medical practice, you are busy with your patients and rightfully so. As a result, sometimes physicians forget about their obligations to their medical license and that can result....
The Importance of Legal Counsel for Your Florida MOBILE Application
Applying for a Florida medical license is one of the most important milestones in a physician’s career. For many doctors, particularly those who are already licensed in another state, a....
Tips for Preparing Your Case for Presentation Before the Florida Board
Physicians and nurses in Florida may one day find themselves facing the Board of Medicine or the Board of Nursing. These cases usually begin when the Department of Health investigates....
Physician Non-Compete Agreements in Florida
Florida law permits physician non-compete agreements, provided they satisfy specific statutory conditions. The enforceability of such agreements is primarily governed by Fla. Stat. § 542.335, which establishes general requirements for non-compete....
Howell, Buchan & Strong and Your Veterinary Medicine Licensing Needs
As a licensed doctor of veterinary medicine in the State of Florida, you are subject to many regulations in your profession. Veterinarians can encounter issues with their license that threaten....
The Importance of Job Offer When Applying for a Florida Medical License
If you are applying for a Florida Medical License, you must understand the significance of obtaining an offer for employment as a physician prior to appearing in front of the....
Why You Need an Experienced Health Care Attorney Against the Florida Department of Health
When a letter arrives from the Florida Department of Health (DOH), it’s rarely routine, and it should never be taken lightly. Whether it’s a complaint, an investigation notice, or an....
Fraud Alert: Protect Your Professional License from Scams
At Howell, Buchan & Strong, we remain committed to protecting the rights and professional standing of Florida’s licensed health care practitioners. Recently, a wave of fraudulent activity targeting licensees has....
Helpful Tips: Being Prepared for Your Appearance Before a Licensing Board
Appearing before a licensing board can be a very intimidating experience. The members of the licensing board have your livelihood in their hands and it means everything to you. First....
Florida Legislators Consider New Regulations for Office Surgeries
There are two (2) bills being presented in the 2025 Florida Legislative Session that may affect office surgery facilities in Florida: House Bill (HB) 309 and Senate Bill (SB) 424,....
How to Get a Florida Osteopathic Medical License
Becoming a licensed osteopathic physician in Florida is a rewarding yet complex process. The Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine (under the Department of Health) regulates licensing requirements to ensure that....
Understanding Florida Department of Health License Allegations
Healthcare professionals in Florida operate under strict regulations enforced by the Florida Department of Health (DOH). When a complaint or allegations arise, it is not just a letter—it is a....
