In order to view or print the form from this site, you need to use the plug-in Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not already have this on your system, you may click here to download it for free. Except in very unusual circumstances, the medical license grants a physician the privilege of practicing medicine and surgery in all their branches. Most physicians select a specialty during their training, however, and most of those achieve certification in a specialty following licensure. Though the Board is not authorized to act directly against those who practice without license or approval in one of the fields it regulates, it may seek an injunction against them and it does report them to the Office of the Attorney General for investigation and possible criminal prosecution.
Unlicensed practice is a misdemeanor in North Carolina.
The public files on practitioners against whom disciplinary actions have been taken may be seen at the Board's office during working hours. Copies may be obtained by telephoning or writing the Board. Staff members in the licensing department are generally available to receive telephone calls between 9 a.m. and 12 noon, Monday through Friday. If staff is not available, you may leave a detailed message through the voice mail.