Physician licensing laws keep doctors from seeking care

Despite growing problems with psychological distress, many physicians avoid seeking mental health treatment due to concern for their license. Recent Mayo Clinic research shows that licensure requirements in many states include questions about past mental health treatments or diagnosis, with the implication that they may limit a doctor’s right to practice medicine. The findings appear in Mayo Clinic Proceedings. For more information in how to deal with the Illinois licensing board visit www.goldberglicensing.com or contact James Goldberg and Associates.