Physicians specifically, and the College in general, have always held patient confidentiality sacred. Notwithstanding that, we ask that Colleges continue to have free access to information with explicit limits on its use through confidentiality provisions and privacy protocols. We are legislatively mandated to be the watchdog of medical practice. Don't put us on a short leash. We would be pleased to answer any questions you may have.
College has ability to close hearing to the public.
Use expert testimony to comment on the record. Names are removed. Use of personal health information in committee decisions. Complaints committee decisions are not public. Discipline committee decisions are public.