The Drugs Revolution and Penicillin Development
The discovery and development of penicillin revolutionized medicine, paving the way for effective treatments of bacterial infections. Starting with Alexander Fleming's breakthrough in 1928, followed by the research of Chain and Florey, governments played a key role in funding and mass production. War played a significant role in the accelerated usage and production of penicillin, ultimately saving countless lives.
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AMFTRB Sanction Matrix Guidelines Mary Guth, President Jennifer Smothermon, President-Elect September 22, 2020
Introduction and Purpose The purpose of a Penalty Matrix is to create a benchmark for discipline that is fair, transparent, open, consistent, and free of real or conceived conflicts.
Important Considerations Important for board members to consider common legal and enforcement standards Consider the larger systems which your Matrix will operate Board Agency Jurisdiction Legal/Legislative Executive/Governor Priorities
Example of Penalty Matrix Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists . See Appendix D Reviewed Rules for potential areas of violation Established punishment for first time, single offense Include Aggravated and Mitigated Circumstances
Prohibited Activities Categories General Advertising Insurance Research Professional Evaluations Referrals Therapist Conditions Substances Crimes Supervision Professional Competency Public Statements Relationships Therapy Practices Administrative/Board Communications
Considerations for Appropriate Sanctions Culpability of the licensee Harm caused or posed Requisite deterrence Must consider established Severity Levels already established in rule/law by most boards
Factors to Consider in Sanction Levels Seriousness of the violation and harm Nature of the violation and the relationship between the licensee and person harmed Personal accountability Deterrence Miscellaneous factors Age/Experience Number of violations Character references Other
Examples of Disciplinary Actions Informal Sanctions: Letters of Warning, Conditional Letters of Agreement, Conditional Settlement Formal Sanctions: Reprimands Limitations on practice: therapy, supervision, examination or psychological examination Fines Limits on Licensure: probation, suspension Legal Ramifications
Aggravating and Mitigating Circumstances Categories Factors Related to Unprofessional Conduct Factors Related to the License Holder Factors Related to Disciplinary Process General Factors Specific Aggravating Factors Specific Mitigating Factors
Where to Go from Here? Take this information back to your Boards Save the Date and Plan to Join Us for a longer discussion: October 30thfrom 1-3:00pm CDT Feedback/Q&A
