Final Disciplinary Actions

LONGWILL, MATTHEW GLENN– License No. DC 29137

Ventura, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2052

Action Type: Surrender

Effective October 9, 2025, Longwill surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 29137 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (possession of child pornography); was convicted of a felony crime involving moral turpitude; committed acts of sexual abuse and misconduct with a patient; was grossly negligent in his care and treatment of a patient; committed acts involving moral turpitude; and engaged in unprofessional conduct. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 726(a), 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317, and 317(a), (g), (h), and (k).)

KAMSI, ALEX– License No. DC 28966

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2029

Action Type: Probation

Effective October 2, 2025, Kamsi's chiropractic license number DC 28966 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations of sexual misconduct or relations with a patient; gross negligence in his care and treatment of two patients; repeated negligent acts; conduct that has endangered, or is likely to endanger, public health, welfare, or safety; failure to obtain written informed consent from two patients; and unprofessional conduct. (16 CCR §§ 316, 317, 317(a), (b), and (e), and 319.1.)

LANGILLE, ROBINSON REED– License No. DC 30232

Pismo Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2023-1384

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 29, 2025, Langille's chiropractic license number DC 30232 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he knowingly presented or caused to be presented any false or fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; disregarded the rules and regulations governing chiropractic billing; repeatedly used boilerplate treatment notes for numerous visits which amounted to false statements related to the practice of chiropractic and misrepresentation; provided and billed for chiropractic care at four different locations without a valid primary or satellite office certificate for these locations; failed to notify the Board of his current place of practice address of his principal office or any satellite office; engaged in activities that required a chiropractic license after his license expired; was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a chiropractor (driving while having a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more); used alcoholic beverages to the extent or in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, or to any other person or to the public; and engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the public. (BPC § 810 and 16 CCR §§ 303, 308, 312, 317(e), (f), (g), (k), (l), and (q), and 318(b).)

CHUNG, JONG MOON– License No. DC 29799

Santa Clarita, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2042

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 16, 2025, Chung's chiropractic license number DC 29799 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (aiding and assisting in the preparation of a false tax return); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; and participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

TENCKHOFF, CARL FRANK– License No. DC 14511

Chico, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2040

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 8, 2025, Tenckhoff's chiropractic license number DC 14511 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (driving while having 0.08% or more, by weight, of alcohol in his blood); used alcoholic beverages in a manner to an extent or in a manner dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or the public; and was convicted of crimes involving the consumption of alcohol. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(f), (g), and (i).)

WELLS, JON PAUL– License No. DC 20839

Atascadero, CA

Case No. AC 2023-1385

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 6, 2025, Wells' chiropractic license number DC 20839 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he committed acts constituting gross negligence, or an extreme departure from the standard of care of the practice of a chiropractor, by performing spinal decompression treatments on a patient in contravention to their safety; committed repeated acts of negligence; failed to exercise the degree of learning, skill, care, and experience ordinarily possessed by a competent chiropractor; engaged in conduct that has endangered or is likely to endanger public health, welfare, or safety; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; knowingly made documents related to the practice of chiropractic that falsely represent the existence of facts; used advertising containing misstatements, falsehoods, misrepresentations, distorted, sensational, or fabulous statements, which are intended or have a tendency to deceive the public or impose upon credulous or ignorant persons; failed to inform patients of material risks of proposed care; and failed to maintain required documentation in patient records. (BPC §§ 651, 684, and 17500 and 16 CCR §§ 311, 317(a), (b), (c), (e), (k), and (l), 318, and 319.1.)

PHILLIPS, SCOTT REED– License No. DC 21202

Berkeley, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2031

Action Type: Surrender

Effective August 2, 2025, Phillips surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 21202 based on allegations of unprofessional conduct in that he failed to procure informed consent for a massage he performed and that he committed sexual misconduct by massaging a patient's breasts without her informed consent. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(m), and 319.1.)

LANGAN, TIMOTHY DONOVAN– License No. DC 33450

South Lake Tahoe, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2045

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 26, 2025, Langan's chiropractic license number DC 33450 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he committed gross negligence; committed acts of sexual abuse and/or sexual misconduct; engaged in conduct consisting of moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; committed repeated negligent acts; and failed to record required patient information and diagnoses. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), (b), (e), (k), and (m), and 318(b).)

WOOD, RON ALLEN– License No. DC 22897

Burbank, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2030

Action Type: Probation

Effective June 11, 2025, Wood's license number DC 22897 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he committed acts of sexual misconduct with a current patient which had no clinical basis; was grossly negligent in his care and treatment of a patient; committed acts involving moral turpitude with a patient; and engaged in unprofessional conduct. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317, and 317(a) and (k).)

NEWELL, JAMES W.– License No. DC 12779

Woodland, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2048

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 11, 2025, Newell surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 12779 based on his failure to comply with a February 14, 2025, Board order requiring him to submit to a mental and/or physical examination pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 820 and California Code of Regulations, title 16, section 315. (BPC § 821.)

BRUNELLE, JON PATRICK– License No. DC 23721

Corona, CA

Case No. AC 2017-1118

Action Type: Revocation

Effective June 6, 2025, Brunelle's chiropractic license number DC 23721 was revoked based on findings that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the chiropractic profession (two felony counts of insurance fraud) and was convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g) and (h).)

IACOVINO, ANGELA CERICE– License No. DC 26556

Newport Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2037

Action Type: Probation

Effective April 2, 2025, Iacovino's chiropractic license number DC 26556 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that her practice of consistent cloning of the patient's medical records without explanation of the replication was grossly negligent and consisted of repeated acts of negligence; her practice of authoring cloned medical records for the patient resulted in the administration of treatment or the use of diagnostic procedures which are clearly excessive; she committed acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; she knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic falsely representing the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; she participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; her practice of authoring cloned medical records for the patient resulted in inadequate recordkeeping and incorrect billing practices; and she failed to obtain the patient's verbal and written informed consent for the treatment rendered. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317(a), (b), (d), (k), (l), and (q), 318(a)(3) and (b), and 319.1(a).)

TOPJIAN, SHAHE' KEVORK– License No. DC 21857

North Hollywood, CA

Case No. AC 2024-1389

Action Type: Revocation

Effective March 5, 2025, Topjian's chiropractic license number DC 21857 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (insurance fraud, embezzlement by public or private officer, and grand theft by embezzlement); was convicted of felonies involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and engaged in conduct prohibited under Penal Code section 550 as a health care professional. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

LABRADO, JEFF PETER– License No. DC 24069

Elk Grove, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2018

Action Type: Revocation

Effective March 5, 2025, Labrado's chiropractic license number DC 24069 was revoked based on allegations that he committed a sex offense against a patient; was convicted of a crime which is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (sexual penetration with another person who is under 18 years of age); and committed acts of moral turpitude. (BPC § 726 and 16 CCR § 317(g) and (h).)

KHALSA, HAR HARI SINGH– License No. DC 19868

Beverly Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2023-1383

Action Type: Surrender

Effective March 2, 2025, Khalsa surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 19868 based on allegations that he failed to perform a consultation and a proper examination of a patient and failed to diagnose the patient; practiced in an incompetent manner; failed to refer a patient to a medical doctor or other licensed health care provider for appropriate management of the patient's potential condition of leukemia or other cancer; failed to maintain complete and accurate patient records; and failed to obtain a patient's written informed consent prior to treatment. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 302(a)(3), 317(c) and (w), 318(a), and 319.1.)

LUM, NOE– License No. DC 35025

Montebello, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2019

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 10, 2025, Lum's chiropractic license number DC 35025 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (driving while having 0.08% or more, by weight, of alcohol in his blood); used alcoholic beverages in a manner to an extent or in a manner dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or the public; and was convicted of crimes involving the consumption of alcohol. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(f), (g), and (i).)

RYAN, TRAVIS WILSON– License No. DC 31511

Clovis, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1380

Action Type: Probation

Effective October 25, 2024, Ryan's chiropractic license number DC 31511 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he used advertising containing misstatements, falsehoods, misrepresentations, distorted, sensational, or fabulous statements, which was intended or has a tendency to deceive the public or impose upon credulous or ignorant persons; involved his staff in fraud when he allowed staff to use a nurse practitioner's license to bill for services after the nurse practitioner was no longer employed; engaged in gross negligence; demonstrated repeated acts of negligence; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and failed to ensure accurate billing related to his ownership of the professional corporation where he supervised the on-site day-to-day operation. (BPC § 17500 and 16 CCR §§ 311, 316(a), 317(a), (b), (k), (p), and (q), and 318(b).)

PARK, BUMJIN– License No. DC 28713

Northridge, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2017

Action Type: Probation

Effective October 25, 2024, Park's chiropractic license number DC 28713 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (making and subscribing to a false tax return); was convicted of a felony crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made or signed a certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and committed acts involving fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

MULLEN, SUSAN VIRGINIA– License No. DC 25356

Berkeley, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1184

Action Type: Surrender

Effective August 30, 2024, Mullen surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 25356 while on probation under Case No. AC 2018-1184.

DESANTIS, NICHOLAS GERARD– License No. DC 19022

La Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2024-1386

Action Type: Revocation

Effective August 26, 2024, DeSantis' chiropractic license number DC 19022 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensed chiropractor (making a criminal threat and exhibiting a deadly weapon, to wit: knife); was convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude, physical violence, or corruption; engaged in conduct which endangered or was likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; and made a false statement in connection with his July 2022 license renewal application. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), (k), and (n).)

BONILLA, ERIKA BEATRIZ– License No. DC 31586

San Clemente, CA

Case No. AC 2024-2035

Action Type: Revocation

Effective August 25, 2024, Bonilla's chiropractic license number DC 31586 was revoked based on allegations she was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (make false or fraudulent claim for payment of health care benefit and make statement in support of false claim); committed actions involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and participated in any act of fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (k), (l), and (q).)

TRAN, JENNIFER HONG – License No. DC 32694

San Jose, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1341

Action Type: Revocation

Effective July 24, 2024, Tran's chiropractic license number DC 32694 was revoked based on findings that she knowingly made or signed documents falsely representing the facts in the course of her treatment of two patients; failed to maintain accountable billings; failed to maintain signed written informed consents for two patients; was dishonest in her responses to the Board's investigator when she was questioned about her use of a pre-signed document and claimed a patient signed the treatment notes on each visit; committed gross negligence in her treatment of two patients; committed repeated negligent acts; and was incompetent in her treatment of two patients. (16 CCR §§ 317(a), (k), (l), (m), and (q), 318(a)(7) and (b), and 319.1.)

SOLOWAY, DAVID SETH– License No. DC 25298

Costa Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1308

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 7, 2024, Soloway's chiropractic license number DC 25298 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates when licensed in the healing arts or as a chiropractor); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients; and unprofessional conduct. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

STEINHARDT, JEFFREY MARC– License No. DC 16214

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2022-2012

Action Type: Probation

Effective June 29, 2024, Steinhardt's chiropractic license number DC 16214 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that he was convicted of a substantially related crime (insurance fraud – incorrectly documenting the actual time spent with the patient knowing that medical report would be presented to an insurance company in support for payment); convicted of a criminal offense, and committed acts, involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; participated in multiple acts of fraud or misrepresentation; and knowingly presented or caused to be presented a false or fraudulent insurance claim for payment, knowingly prepared or subscribed a writing intended to use it in support of a false or fraudulent claim, and engaged in conduct in violation of Penal Code section 550. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810, and 16 CCR §§ 317 and 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

TURLEY, PAUL– License No. DC 19306

Granada Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1208

Action Type: Revocation

Effective June 14, 2024, Turley's chiropractic license number DC 19306 was revoked based on findings that he was convicted of crimes involving fiscal dishonesty, fraud, and deceit in health care matters, which are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensee; was convicted of felonies involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made or signed a certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic falsely representing the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490(a), and 16 CCR § 317(h), (k), (l), (q), and (t).)

TRIMBLE, GUY L., IV– License No. DC 26820

Long Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2023

Action Type: Probation

Effective June 14, 2024, Trimble's chiropractic license number DC 26820 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (violation of travel act); committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; violated or attempted to violate, directly or indirectly, or assisted in or abetted in the violation of, or conspired to violate any provision or term of the Chiropractic Act or the regulations adopted by the Board; and participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (k), (m), and (q).)

MONTGOMERY, CURTIS WAYNE– License No. DC 24749

Riverside, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1188

Action Type: Surrender

Effective May 24, 2024, Montgomery surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 24749 based on allegations that he engaged in unprofessional conduct when he was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications and functions of chiropractor; was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; engaged in acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; and participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

CARLOMAGNO, KENT GENE– License No. DC 15882

San Rafael, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2016

Action Type: Surrender

Effective May 10, 2024, Carlomagno surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 15882 based on allegations that he engaged in an act of sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual relations with a patient; engaged in a sexual act or erotic behavior with a patient on the premises where chiropractic is performed; failed to obtain the patient's written informed consent prior to initiating clinical care; and engaged in unprofessional conduct with a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10(b) and 16 CCR §§ 316(b) and (c), 317, 317(m), and 319.1(a) and (b).)

KHOURY, ANTOINE GEORGE– License No. DC 13576

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2022

Action Type: Surrender

Effective April 26, 2024, Khoury surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 13576 based on allegations that he committed acts of sexual misconduct with a patient; was grossly negligent in his care and treatment of a patient; committed acts involving moral turpitude; failed to maintain ongoing and proper documentation of the chiropractic treatment he provided to a patient; and engaged in unprofessional conduct. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317, 317(a), (k), and (m), and 318(a).)

CARRICO, BRIAN DAVID– License No. DC 14565

Redondo Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2023-1381

Action Type: Probation

Effective April 21, 2024, Carrico's chiropractic license number DC 14565 was placed on probation for five years based on findings that he was convicted of soliciting and offering kickbacks, a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor; was convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving moral turpitude and dishonesty; took part in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation when he met with hospital administrators as part of a patient referral kickback scheme; and offered, delivered, received, or accepted any rebate, refund, commission, preference patronage, dividend, discount, or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients as part of the kickback scheme with hospital administrators. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

SCHULTZ, DANNY NEIL, II– License No. DC 31080

Crescent City, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1373

Action Type: Revocation

Effective April 6, 2024, Schultz' chiropractic license number DC 31080 was revoked based on allegations that he committed gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and incompetent acts; administered treatment to a patient which was excessive and/or not medically reasonable; engaged in conduct likely to endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the public; committed acts involving moral turpitude or dishonesty; knowingly made or signed documents relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; failed to record required patient information and diagnoses; and committed acts of sexual abuse and/or sexual misconduct with a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (k), (l), and (m), and 318(a).)

PARK, CECILIA YURI– License No. DC 34082

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1379

Action Type: Public Reproval

Effective March 30, 2024, Park's chiropractic license number DC 34082 was publicly reproved based on allegations that she committed acts constituting gross negligence; committed repeated acts of negligence; failed to exercise the degree of learning, skill, care, and experience ordinarily possessed by a competent chiropractor; repeatedly used boilerplate treatment notes for numerous visits which amounted to false statements related to the practice of chiropractic and misrepresentation; exceeded the scope of her practice as a chiropractic doctor; administered excessive treatment and engaged in conduct likely to endanger a patient; and did not have a valid satellite office certificate. (16 CCR §§ 302, 308, and 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (l), and (q).)

CARROLL, DALE CURTIS– License No. DC 23613

Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2015

Action Type: Revocation

Effective March 16, 2024, Carroll's chiropractic license number DC 23613 was revoked based on findings that he was convicted of a crime which is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (two DUI convictions); used alcoholic beverages to the extent or in a manner to be dangerous to himself, any other person, or the public; had more than one misdemeanor involving the use of alcoholic beverages; and endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public. (16 CCR §§ 317(e), (f), (g), and (i).)

CARILLO, LINCOLN E.– License No. DC 23418

Irvine, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2013

Action Type: Revocation

Effective March 6, 2024, Carillo's chiropractic license number DC 23418 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of sexual penetration by means of fraudulent representation of professional purpose, sexual battery by fraud, and sexual battery; engaged in conduct that has endangered, or is likely to endanger, public health, welfare, or safety; and committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption. (16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (k).)

BERGMAN, JOHN ROY– License No. DC 25409

Huntington Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1346

Action Type: Probation

Effective February 18, 2024, Bergman's chiropractic license number DC 25409 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he used advertisements containing misstatements and falsehoods, which were intended to or had a tendency to deceive the public or impose upon credulous or ignorant persons, and the use of this advertising constituted acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, and corruption and violated Business and Professions Code section 17500, constituted fraud and misrepresentation, and constituted the making of a false, fraudulent, misleading, or deceptive claim likely to induce the rendering of professional services or furnishing of products in connection with the practice for which he is licensed. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 651(a) and (b), and 16 CCR §§ 311 and 317(e), (k), and (p).)

RIAHI, KAMIAR– License No. DC 27697

North Hollywood, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1323

Action Type: Surrender

Effective January 21, 2024, Riahi surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 27697 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (insurance fraud and participating in patient referral rebates when licensed in the healing arts or as a chiropractor); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

CORTES, JUDE JIX– License No. DC 28938

La Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1203

Action Type: Probation Extended

Effective January 19, 2024, the probation of Cortes' chiropractic license number DC 28938 was extended for one additional year based on allegations that he failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his probation.

SCHLEIDER, BARRY MARTIN– License No. DC 13673

Huntington Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1225

Action Type: Surrender

Effective January 4, 2024, Schleider surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 13673 while on probation under Case No. AC 2019-1225.

NINO, GUSTAVO A.– License No. DC 21763

Pasadena, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1327

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 4, 2024, Nino's chiropractic license number DC 21763 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates when licensed in the healing arts or as a chiropractor); was convicted of a felony crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving fraud or misrepresentation; and offered, delivered, received, or accepted any rebate, refund, or commission. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

NOOR, ARASH– License No. DC 32648

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1306

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 14, 2023, Noor's chiropractic license number DC 32648 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates when licensed in the healing arts or as a chiropractor); was convicted of a felony crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving fraud or misrepresentation; and offered, delivered, received, or accepted any rebate, refund, or commission. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

HOLMES, BRUCE WILLIAM– License No. DC 15242

Burbank, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1339

Action Type: Public Reproval

Effective November 11, 2023, Holmes' chiropractic license number DC 15242 was publicly reproved based on findings that he failed to have a signed written consent to treatment from a patient as required. (16 CCR § 319.1.)

RUIZ, MICHAEL JIMENEZ– License No. DC 27161

Elk Grove, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1376

Action Type: Surrender

Effective October 8, 2023, Ruiz surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 27161 based on allegations that he committed acts of sexual misconduct with a patient; inserted his finger into the rectum of a patient when there was no clinical indication for this conduct as a therapeutic technique and committed other sexual acts upon the body of the patient, a disabled person, when such acts could have endangered the safety and welfare of the patient; did not bill or maintain a record of billing for services, did not accurately bill for services, and/or billed for services not rendered; failed to maintain patient records; failed to ensure accurate billing; failed to inform, obtain, and/or document the informed consent of a patient about the material risks of care prior to rendering care; and violated or attempted to violate the terms of the Chiropractic Act and regulations adopted by the Board. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(e), (k), (l), (m), and (q), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1.)

STRAW, PHILIP ARTHUR– License No. DC 24628

Ladera Ranch, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1276

Action Type: Surrender

Effective September 27, 2023, Straw surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 24628 based on allegations that he and Optimal Health Straw Chiropractic Inc. committed acts of gross negligence and repeated acts of negligence; engaged in conduct that has endangered, or is likely to endanger, public health, welfare, or safety; violated Board regulations regarding patient billings; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; falsely represented the existence of facts when they misled patients about Medicare benefits and their financial responsibility for their chiropractic services by presenting patients with an Advanced Beneficiary Notice form, a form used solely by Medicare providers, even though they were not enrolled Medicare providers; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and exceeded the scope of practice by practicing surgery and using a drug or medicine when they sold stem cell therapy to their patients and ordered this treatment to be administered to their patients. (16 CCR §§ 302, 316, 317(a), (b), (e), (k), (l), (m), and (q), and 318(b).)

KHAZIRAN, PATRICK– License No. DC 31125

Encino, CA

Case No. AC 2023-2014

Action Type: Surrender

Effective September 3, 2023, Khaziran surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 31125 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (attempt and conspire to commit any offense); convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude or corruption; knowingly presented or caused to be presented false or fraudulent claims for the payment of services that were never rendered; committed acts involving moral turpitude; violated and/or abetted others in committing violations of the Chiropractic Act; participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation; and engaged in conduct likely to endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC §§ 490 and 810, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), (k), (l), (m), and (q).)

GUENTHER, WILLIAM WALTERS– License No. DC 14616

Granite Bay, CA

Case No. AC 2017-1137

Action Type: Surrender

Effective September 3, 2023, Guenther surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 14616 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (knowingly submitting false and misleading information to an insurer and an insurance claimant); committed acts of insurance fraud; was convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; and participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

AMIRMOAZZAMI, SAM– License No. DC 28300

Encino, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1324

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 27, 2023, Amirmoazzami surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 28300 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (insurance fraud and participating in patient referral rebates when licensed in the healing arts or as a chiropractor); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

GILLILAND, TROY LEE– License No. DC 17981

Clovis, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1365

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 15, 2023, Gilliland's chiropractic license number DC 17981 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he had sexual relations with a patient, client, or customer; his actions were gross negligence and repeated negligent acts; he committed acts of moral turpitude; he failed to record a social security number, a record of past medical history, or any diagnosis for a patient; and he failed to obtain and possess a signed consent to treat form and any record of verbal consent for a patient. (16 CCR §§ 316, 317, 317(a), (b), and (k), 318(a), and 319.1.)

POMAHAC, ROBERT ROMAN– License No. DC 28324

Park City, UT

Case No. AC 2022-1375

Action Type: Revocation

Effective July 12, 2023, Pomahac's chiropractic license number DC 28324 was revoked based on allegations that he committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty by submitting charges for services that are not supported by the medical record and signing SOAP notes which lack reliability and cannot be attested as accurately representing the patient's condition; committed fraud or misrepresentation; knowingly made or signed documents which falsely represent the existence of a state of facts; demonstrated repeated acts of negligence; administered clearly excessive treatment; engaged in conduct which endangered public health, welfare, or safety; failed to ensure accurate billing; failed to obtain a patient's written informed consent prior to treatment; and failed to maintain complete chiropractic patient records. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317(b), (d), (e), (k), (l), and (q), 318, and 319.1.)

SCHLEIDER, BARRY MARTIN– License No. DC 13673

Costa Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1225

Action Type: Probation

Effective June 12, 2023, Schleider's chiropractic license number DC 13673 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he was grossly negligent in his care of a patient; conducted his practice in such a manner as to endanger or likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; failed to obtain written informed consent from a patient; charged a patient for the first visit when it was a free consultation; failed to maintain accurate records for a patient; and failed to ensure accurate billing for a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317(a) and (e), 318(a) and (b), 319, and 319.1.)

LEE, KYU YONG-JOHN– License No. DC 32296

Torrance, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1358

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 8, 2023, Lee surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 32296 based on allegations that he engaged in sexual relations with a patient; was grossly negligent with respect to his care of a patient; committed repeated acts of negligence with regard to his care of a patient; endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made documents relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represent the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; committed acts of fraud or misrepresentation; failed to maintain accountable billings and records; and prepared and presented a false claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810(a) and (b), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), (b), (e), (k), (l), and (q), and 318(b).)

SEMERDJIEV, IVAN GEORGE– License No. DC 32247

Irvine, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1289

Action Type: Probation

Effective May 28, 2023, Semerdjiev's chiropractic license number DC 32247 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (conspiracy to commit health care fraud and petty theft); presented any false or fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance and/or knowingly prepared, made, or subscribed any writing, with intent to present or use the same, or to allow it to be presented or used in support of any false or fraudulent claim; was convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, physical violence, or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; violated the provisions of the Chiropractic Act and/or regulations adopted by the Board; and participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (m), and (q).)

MOSHREFI, BEHRANG– License No. DC 27824

Riverside, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1366

Action Type: Probation

Effective May 26, 2023, Moshrefi's chiropractic license number DC 27824 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he provided chiropractic care and treatment during which he repeatedly departed from the standard of practice; extremely departed from the standard of practice; was incompetent in his treatment of patients; engaged in acts of sexual misconduct; endangered the health, welfare, and safety of the public; failed to document the diagnosis of a patient; committed dishonesty and misrepresentation; made or signed any document with false information; and took lumbar x-rays of a patient that were not medically necessary and clearly excessive. (16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (k), (l), and (q), and 318(a)(3).)

LESTER, GREGERY KEITH– License No. DC 17938

Sebastopol, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1372

Action Type: Surrender

Effective March 31, 2023, Lester surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 17938 based on allegations that he committed an act involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; was convicted of an offense involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation; and was convicted of a crime which is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (theft from elder or dependent adult). (BPC §§ 490 and 493 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

CHOY-UNRUH, TIFFANY WONTING– License No. DC 32337

South Pasadena, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1296

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 11, 2023, Choy-Unruh's chiropractic license number DC 32337 was placed on probation for four years based on allegations that she engaged in unprofessional conduct when she violated 14 regulations adopted by the Board and knowingly prepared, made, and/or subscribed to writings in support of false or fraudulent claims, knowingly made or caused to be made false or fraudulent claims for payments of health care benefits, and knowingly submitted claims for health care benefits not used by or on behalf of the claimant. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810(a)(2) and (b), and 16 CCR §§ 303, 316(a), 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (k), (l), (m), and (q), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1.)

MELVIN, GREGORY MARK– License No. DC 11984

La Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1367

Action Type: Surrender

Effective March 10, 2023, Melvin surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 11984 based on allegations that he exhibited gross negligence by conducting an inadequate evaluation of a patient; endangered the public health, safety, and welfare by improperly providing thermography as a stand-alone diagnostic tool; failed to refer a patient to an appropriate healthcare professional after finding symptoms of a condition (breast cancer) that is not appropriately managed by chiropractic methods and techniques; rendered professional services without providing informed consent; failed to inform a patient about the limitations and/or material risks of thermographic imaging for the detection of breast cancer; advertised thermography in a false and misleading way; exceeded the scope of chiropractic practice when he used thermography to detect breast cancer, which is unreliable when used as the sole method of detecting breast cancer; and unlawfully used the word “doctor” or the prefix “Dr.” without the word “chiropractor” or “D.C.” immediately following his name. (Chiro. Act § 15, BPC § 17500, and 16 CCR §§ 302, 311, 317(a), (e), (p), and (w), 318(a)(7), and 319.1.)

MEHRABANI, NEDA– License No. DC 25902

Tarzana, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1295

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 10, 2023, Mehrabani's chiropractic license number DC 25902 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that she failed to file the proper and current place of address of her principal office as well as each and every sub-office with the Board; failed to display current satellite licenses in any of her satellite office locations and failed to possess satellite office licenses for the same; engaged in repeated acts of negligence; engaged in acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly falsified chiropractic records; violated or attempted to violate terms of the Chiropractic Act; engaged in acts of fraud or misrepresentation; failed to adequately maintain records; failed to maintain accountable billings and repay erroneous billings; failed to include or provide to the Board consent for treatment forms for a patient's medical records; engaged in insurance fraud; and failed to ensure the safety and integrity of all electronic media used to store patient records by employing an off-site back-up storage system, an image mechanism that is able to copy signature documents, and a mechanism to ensure that once a record is input, it is unalterable. (BPC § 810, 16 CCR §§ 303, 308(b) and (c), 317(b), (k), (l), (m), and (q), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1, and HSC § 123149.)

HUYNH, JACK SANG VAN– License No. DC 29130

Milpitas, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1179

Action Type: Suspension and Probation Extended

Effective March 10, 2023, the probation of Huynh's chiropractic license number DC 29130 was extended for an additional three years, and Huynh was suspended from the practice of chiropractic until he passes an ethics and boundaries examination, based on allegations that he failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his probation.

DYER, MICHAEL ADAM– License No. DC 30829

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1288

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 10, 2023, Dyer's chiropractic license number DC 30829 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he knowingly presented or caused to be presented a false or fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance; participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation; knowingly made or signed a certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; committed an act involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; failed to make chiropractic patient records available to a Board representative upon presentation of a patient's written consent or a valid legal order; and failed to ensure accurate billing of his chiropractic services and failed to fully and timely reimburse an insurance company and patient for overbilling. (BPC § 810(a) and (b) and 16 CCR §§ 317(k), (l), and (q), and 318(a) and (b).)

LUJAN, VICENTE EDUARDO– License No. DC 34013

Bakersfield, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1357

Action Type: Surrender

Effective March 8, 2023, Lujan surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 34013 based on allegations that he failed to obtain satellite office certificates and notify the Board of his primary practice location; made false statements in his advertising materials; maintained at least five ongoing sexual relationships with patients; committed gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and incompetent acts; engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; and failed to maintain patient records, ensure accurate billing of his chiropractic services, maintain prior written consents for treatment as required by the Board's regulations. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 303, 308, 311, 316(c), 317(a), (b), (c), (e), and (m), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1.)

ISKANDER, RAIF WADIE– License No. DC 23282

Tustin, CA

Case No. AC 2022-2004

Action Type: Revocation

Effective February 26, 2023, Iskander's chiropractic license number DC 23282 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of conspiracy to distribute oxycodone and acquire a controlled substance by misrepresentation, fraud, forgery, deception, and subterfuge; engaged in conduct that has endangered, or is likely to endanger, the health, welfare, or safety of the public; was convicted of criminal offenses, and committed acts, involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; violated provisions of law regulating the dispensing or administration of controlled substances; and participated in multiple acts of fraud and misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), (j), (k), and (q).)

SERMENO, NATHAN MICHAEL– License No. DC 32635

Whittier, CA

Case No. AC 2022-2006

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 14, 2023, Sermeno's chiropractic license number DC 32635 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (driving while having a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or more); used alcoholic beverages to the extent or in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, or to any other person, or to the public; and engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), and (g).)

OKHOWAT, OMID– License No. DC 26462

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1309

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 14, 2023, Okhowat's chiropractic license number DC 26462 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

STEPHANO, JOSEPH MICHAEL– License No. DC 25387

Vallejo, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1356

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 5, 2023, Stephano's chiropractic license number DC 25387 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (driving with excessive blood alcohol level); used alcoholic beverages to an extent or in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to himself, and/or to any other person, and/or to the public, and/or to the extent that the use impaired his ability to conduct with safety the practice of chiropractic; and engaged in conduct which endangered or was likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), and (g).)

HSU, AUSTIN DOW-LIN– License No. DC 28092

Alhambra, CA

Case No. AC 2022-2002

Action Type: Revocation

Effective January 4, 2023, Hsu's chiropractic license number DC 28092 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (wire fraud); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and was disciplined by the State of Washington, Department of Health, Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR §§ 304 and 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

WEST, DAMON SEAN– License No. DC 25997

Sacramento, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1351

Action Type: Probation

Effective January 1, 2023, West's chiropractic license number DC 25997 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he disclosed information about a patient's daughter without consent and without providing the patient a privacy notice compliant with the dictates of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services privacy rule; failed to obtain appropriate informed consent for a patient reflective of the unique risks associated with chiropractic treatment; failed to meet the documentation standards for treatment records; provided an unsubstantiated billing code to a patient for an appointment and recklessly disregarded the rules and regulations governing chiropractic billing; used the fictitious business name “ACME Chiropractic, Inc.” and failed to comply with the laws and regulations of chiropractic corporations; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and committed repeated negligent acts. (16 CCR §§ 317(b), (k), (l), (q), and (r), 318(a) and (b), 319.1, and 367.5(e).)

BITTLE, RONALD DALE– License No. DC 29611

Santa Clarita, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1369

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 14, 2022, Bittle's chiropractic license number DC 29611 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (driving while having 0.08% or more, by weight, of alcohol in blood); intentionally or recklessly caused harm to the public while driving intoxicated; and used alcohol in a manner dangerous to himself and the public. (Chiro. Act § 10(b) and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), and (g).)

PATCH, WARREN M., JR– License No. DC 14717

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1348

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 4, 2022, Patch's chiropractic license number DC 14717 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he engaged in an extreme departure from the standard of care when he touched an intimate part of a patient; committed acts involving moral turpitude when he unlawfully, and for the purpose of sexual arousal, sexual gratification, and sexual abuse, touched an intimate part of a patient; and committed acts of sexual abuse and misconduct with a patient. (16 CCR §§ 316 and 317(a) and (k).)

AN, CHRISTINE JINKYOUNG– License No. DC 23729

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1374

Action Type: Surrender

Effective December 4, 2022, An surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 23729 based on allegations that she was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (aid, abet, solicit, conspire with another and did knowingly present and cause to be presented a false and fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss and injury, including payment of a loss under a contract of insurance); was convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude or corruption; knowingly presented or caused to be presented any false or fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance; committed multiple acts of moral turpitude by each of her overt acts, false statements, and material misrepresentations to insurance companies; violated and/or abetted others in committing violations of the Chiropractic Act; participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation; and engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the health, safety, or welfare of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC §§ 490, 810, and 1003, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), (k), (l), (m), and (q).)

ZELINSKY, ROBERT MARC– License No. DC 29110

Woodland Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1332

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 3, 2022, Zelinsky's chiropractic license number DC 29110 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he used advertising containing misstatements, falsehoods, misrepresentations, distorted, sensational, or fabulous statements, which are intended or have a tendency to deceive the public or impose upon credulous or ignorant persons; committed acts constituting gross negligence; committed repeated acts of negligence; committed incompetent acts; failed to record the height and weight of a patient in the patient's medical records; committed acts of sexual abuse and/or sexual misconduct with a patient; engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; engaged in conduct that involved the administration of treatment that was clearly excessive; failed to obtain written consent to treatment from a patient; and committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 311, 316(c), 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (k), (m), and (q), 318(a), and 319.1.)

SAWYER, SCOTT M.– License No. DC 25272

Santa Cruz, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1336

Action Type: Probation

Effective November 19, 2022, Sawyer's chiropractic license number DC 25272 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he committed an act or acts constituting dishonesty or corruption; knowingly made or signed a certificate or other document related to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; waived certain co-payment amounts of a patient's insurance policy or provided a discount by forgiving a portion of the patient's obligation for payment as a marketing tool; engaged in unprofessional conduct; and failed to provide the Board a copy of a signed written informed consent for a patient. (16 CCR §§ 317, 317(k), (l), and (v), and 319.1.)

ABRAJANO, MERICK CUDAL– License No. DC 23489

Torrance, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1345

Action Type: Probation

Effective November 16, 2022, Abrajano's chiropractic license number DC 23489 was placed on probation for three years based on findings that he committed repeated acts of negligence in his care and treatment of a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(b).)

MILLER, JEFFREY SCOTT– License No. DC 25600

San Leandro, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1364

Action Type: Probation

Effective November 12, 2022, Miller's chiropractic license number DC 25600 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of an offense substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensee (driving with blood alcohol greater than 0.08% and reckless driving); engaged in conduct likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; used alcohol in a manner dangerous to himself, to another person, or to the public; and was convicted of more than one misdemeanor involving the consumption of alcohol. (Chiro. Act § 10(b) and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), (g), and (i).)

ACS, NAHID HAJI– License No. DC 26946

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1328

Action Type: Probation

Effective November 11, 2022, Acs surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 26946 while on probation under Case No. AC 2021-1328.

WHITE, HEATHER KATHLENE– License No. DC 30070

Westlake Village, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1283

Action Type: Probation

Effective November 9, 2022, White's chiropractic license number DC 30070 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that she demonstrated an extreme departure from the professional standard of care when she engaged in dry needling of patients; committed sexual misconduct with a patient; engaged in conduct which endangered public health, welfare, or safety by performing dry needling treatment on a patient; failed to obtain informed consent prior to treatment of two patients; committed acts involving dishonesty by billing for services provided to a patient without documenting them; failed to maintain complete chiropractic patient records for three patients; engaged in insurance fraud by billing Medicare for services not documented in her SOAP notes; and exceeded the scope of practice by performing dry needling treatments on a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 726 and 810, and 16 CCR §§ 302, 316(c), 317(a), (e), and (k), 318, and 319.1.)

COX, LELAND EDWARD– License No. DC 23230

Lindsay, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1290

Action Type: Probation

Effective October 1, 2022, Cox' chiropractic license number DC 23230 was placed on probation for three years based on findings that he was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (possession of a controlled substance). (BPC § 490(a) and 16 CCR § 317(g).)

HASELDEN, JARROD DEMPSEY– License No. DC 29129

Fountain Valley, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1228

Action Type: Revocation

Effective September 30, 2022, Haselden's chiropractic license number DC 29129 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (disorderly conduct – secretly filming another); committed acts, and was convicted of crimes, involving moral turpitude and dishonesty; engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the safety of the public; self-administered a drug to the extent or in a manner dangerous to himself, to another person, or to the public; and engaged in unprofessional conduct. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR §§ 317 and 317(e), (f), (g), (h), and (k).)

BARNEY, GLENN JEFFREY– License No. DC 21882

Auburn, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1273

Action Type: Revocation

Effective September 23, 2022, Barney's chiropractic license number DC 21882 was revoked based on allegations that he failed and refused to comply with any of the terms or conditions of his probation under Case No. AC 2020-1273 since it became effective on March 13, 2022.

ANGELOPOULOS, CHRISTOPHER ARTHUR– License No. DC 32157

Victorville, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1368

Action Type: Probation

Effective September 23, 2022, Angelopoulos' chiropractic license number DC 32157 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed acts that endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public and used alcoholic beverages in a manner dangerous or injurious to himself, another person, or the public, when he drove a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e) and (f).)

ABUGHALYA, ADAM RYAN– License No. DC 32332

Costa Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1347

Action Type: Probation

Effective September 11, 2022, Abughalya's chiropractic license number DC 32332 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensed chiropractor (vandalism and domestic violence battery); engaged in conduct that has endangered or was likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; was convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, physical violence, or corruption; and engaged in acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (k).)

TARR, MICHAEL HENRY– License No. DC 26154

Bend, OR

Case No. AC 2020-1251

Action Type: Public Reproval

Effective September 8, 2022, Tarr's chiropractic license number DC 26154 was publicly reproved based on findings that he failed to obtain written informed consent from a patient. (16 CCR § 319.1.)

HAN, VINCENT– License No. DC 26872

Garden Grove, CA

Case No. AC 2017-1145

Action Type: Revocation

Effective August 25, 2022, Han's chiropractic license number DC 26872 was revoked based on allegations that he engaged in unprofessional conduct as evidenced by his conviction of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (six felonies involving sexual assault of a child); engaged in unprofessional conduct as a result of his conviction for multiple sex crimes involving moral turpitude, physical violence, or corruption; engaged in unprofessional conduct when he was convicted of acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; and engaged in unprofessional conduct when he committed acts that endangered the health, safety, and welfare of the public. (16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (k).)

JOHNSON, BRADLEY MYLES– License No. DC 19858

Goleta, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1352

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 20, 2022, Johnson's chiropractic license number DC 19858 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he committed crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (cultivate marijuana over six plants, possess marijuana for sale, and sale or transport of marijuana); committed acts in violation of any of the provisions of law regulating the dispensing or administration of narcotics, dangerous drugs, or controlled substances; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; and violated provisions of the Chiropractic Act and/or regulations adopted by the Board. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(g), (j), (k), and (m).)

ANDRUS, JOHN PHILLIP– License No. DC 26838

La Jolla, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1241

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 24, 2022, Andrus' chiropractic license number DC 26838 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed acts of gross negligence in connection with his treatment of a patient; committed repeated acts of negligence; committed acts of incompetence; committed acts that endangered or were likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; failed to refer a patient to a medical professional; billed for services which were not documented to have taken place; failed to maintain accurate patient records; and did not obtain the informed written consent of a patient. (16 CCR §§ 317(a), (b), (c), (e), and (w), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1.)

SINAY, ELAD– License No. DC 33682

Van Nuys, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1333

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 23, 2022, Sinay's chiropractic license number DC 33682 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he knowingly presented or caused to be presented a false or fraudulent claim for the payment of a loss under a contract of insurance; knowingly prepared, made, or subscribed any writing, with the intent to present or use the same, or to allow it to be presented or used in support of a false or fraudulent claim; participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; committed an act involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; and failed to ensure accurate billing of his chiropractic services and failed to fully and timely reimburse an insurance company and patient for overbilling. (BPC § 810(a) and (b) and 16 CCR §§ 317(k), (l), and (q) and 318(b).)

RIPLEY, MICHAEL PAUL– License No. DC 18934

Orinda, CA

Case No. AC 2016-1076

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 2, 2022, Ripley's chiropractic license number DC 18934 was placed on probation for an additional two years based on allegations that he failed to comply with the drug and alcohol testing requirements of his probation which became effective January 21, 2017.

CIPOLONE, RICHARD ALFRED– License No. DC 13978

Pittsgrove, NJ

Case No. AC 1999-85

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 2, 2022, Cipolone surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 13978 while on probation under Case No. AC 1999-85.

URDEA, JUDITH– License No. DC 16942

Huntington Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2005-482

Action Type: Revocation

Effective June 22, 2022, Urdea's chiropractic license number DC 16942 was revoked based on allegations that she failed to comply with the terms and conditions of her probation.

GLADE, DAVID D.– License No. DC 17152

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1272

Action Type: Revocation

Effective June 3, 2022, Glade's chiropractic license number DC 17152 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (battery); was convicted of a crime involving physical violence; committed conduct that endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public; and violated a provision or term of the Chiropractic Act or the regulations adopted by the Board. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR §§ 316(c) and 317(e), (g), (h), and (m).)

ACS, NAHID HAJI– License No. DC 26946

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1328

Action Type: Probation

Effective May 26, 2022, Acs' chiropractic license number DC 26946 was placed on probation for five years years based on allegations that she was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates); was convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

YOO, PHILLIP BRIAN– License No. DC 31461

Garden Grove, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1239

Action Type: Surrender

Effective May 5, 2022, Yoo surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 31461 based on allegations that he used lasers in his chiropractic practice which have not been properly approved or cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration; made misrepresentations when he made communications on his websites regarding advertising containing false, misleading, and/or deceptive statements, claims, and/or images for the purpose of or likely to induce, directly or indirectly, the rendering of professional services in connection with his chiropractic practice; participated in acts of misrepresentation when his websites' advertising contained false, misleading, and/or deceptive statements, claims, and/or images for the purpose of or likely to induce, directly or indirectly, the rendering of professional services in connection with his chiropractic practice in violation of Business and Professions Code section 651(a); advertised his services on his websites on the internet using the word “doctor” and/or the prefix “Dr.” without using the word “chiropractor” or “D.C.” immediately following his name in violation of Section 15 of the Chiropractic Act; participated in acts of misrepresentation when he advertised on his websites on the internet using the word “doctor” and/or the prefix “Dr.” without using the word “chiropractor” or “D.C.” immediately following his name in violation of Section 15 of the Chiropractic Act; engaged in repeated negligent acts in that he has continued to engage in similar conduct to the conduct that he was previously disciplined for by the Board on February 3, 2018; participated in an act of misrepresentation in that his price advertising for his chiropractic practice was misleading and included statements or advertisements of bait, discount, premiums, gifts, and/or statements of a similar nature in violation of Business and Professions Code section 651(c); and failed to comply with a condition of probation to obey all laws. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 302.5(a)(1) and 317(b), (k), (m), and (q).)

KIM, DAVID YOUNG– License No. DC 22740

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2022-1362

Action Type: Revocation

Effective May 5, 2022, Kim's chiropractic license number DC 22740 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (health care fraud, causing an act to be done, and illegal renumerations for health care referrals); was convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and knowingly prepared, made, or subscribed any writing, with intent to present or use the same, or to allow it to be presented or used in support of any false or fraudulent claim. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 810(a)(2), and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

HIGIER, BENJAMIN ROBBINS – License No. DC 24408

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1285

Action Type: Probation

Effective May 5, 2022, Higier's chiropractic license number DC 24408 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he engaged in unprofessional conduct with respect to his affiliation with the illegally owned and operated Relax Holistic chiropractic practice and its billing for services rendered under his provider name and identification; engaged in repeated acts of negligence; failed to maintain chiropractic patient records related to his treatment of a patient for five years; failed to ensure accurate billing related to the services he provided to a patient; directly or indirectly aided and/or assisted Relax Holistic and Pacifica in their unlawful ownership and operation of a chiropractic clinic; participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation committed by Relax Holistic and Pacifica; engaged in unprofessional conduct with respect to actions and statements made by him in connection with patient treatment records and services provided to patients by him and unlicensed individuals; engaged in repeated acts of negligence with respect to the unlawful actions of unlicensed individuals at California Chiropractic and with regard to patient records; abetted and/or assisted two unlicensed individuals in conducting unlawful unlicensed activity; engaged in conduct involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption with regard to his representations about, and billing for, the initial examinations of two patients; knowingly made false statements with regard to his representations about, and billing for, the initial examinations of two patients; participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation; failed to sign or initial any chiropractic treatment records relating to his examination and treatment of two patients; and prepared, made, and/or presented a statement in support of a claim for payment pursuant to an insurance policy knowing that the statement contained false or misleading information concerning a material fact. (BPC § 810(b) and 16 CCR §§ 312.1, 317, 317(b), (k), (l), (m), and (q), and 318(a) and (b).)

ASCHENBERG, JULIUS JAY– License No. DC 22275

Lake Elsinore, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1249

Action Type: Surrender

Effective May 5, 2022, Aschenberg surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 22275 while on probation under Case No. AC 2020-1249.

WARD, STEPHEN MICHAEL– License No. DC 20438

Long Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1269

Action Type: Probation

Effective April 8, 2022, Ward's chiropractic license number DC 20438 was placed on probation for three years based on findings that he committed acts of sexual misconduct with a patient that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor; engaged in unprofessional conduct by committing acts of sexual misconduct, which constitute acts involving moral turpitude; failed to obtain a patient's informed consent prior to initiating clinical care; and committed acts in violation of the Board's regulations. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c) and 317(a), (k), and (m), and 319.1.)

HAFNER, DIANE HELEN– License No. DC 20209

Atherton, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1292

Action Type: Revocation

Effective April 7, 2022, Hafner's chiropractic license number DC 20209 was revoked based on allegations that she endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public; was convicted of a crime substantially related to chiropractic practice (disobeying a protective order); was convicted of an offense involving physical violence; her ability to safely engage in chiropractic practice is impaired due to mental or physical illness affecting her competency; and failed to fully comply with a Board order requiring her to submit to a mental health examination. (BPC §§ 821 and 822 and 16 CCR §§ 315 and 317(e), (g), and (h).)

FORREST, ALAN– License No. DC 14038

Tarzana, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1299

Action Type: Probation

Effective April 1, 2022, Forrest's chiropractic license number DC 14038 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed acts of gross negligence by engaging in sexual relations with his patient; failed to include a patient's height and weight in the chiropractic patient records; and did not sign or initial a patient's history, complaint, diagnosis/analysis, and treatment. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), and 318(a)(2) and (3).)

PARK, JAE HO– License No. DC 26114

Irvine, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1318

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 26, 2022, Park's chiropractic license number DC 26114 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (participating in patient referral rebates); was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and offered or accepted a commission or other consideration as compensation or inducement for referring patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (q), and (t).)

LIEBERMAN, BARRY JAY– License No. DC 19190

Beverly Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1260

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 26, 2022, Lieberman's chiropractic license number DC 19190 was placed on probation for three years based on findings that he knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts and included language in his informed consent form that potentially interfered with a patient's right to independently assess the risks of chiropractic care. (16 CCR §§ 317(l) and 319.1.)

CANDELARIO, JOSERODEL ZAVALA– License No. DC 28449

Bonita, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1253

Action Type: Surrender

Effective March 13, 2022, Candelario surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 28449 based on allegations that he was convicted of conspiracy, conspiracy to commit health care fraud, and false statement on a tax return; was convicted of insurance fraud – conceal event affecting claim; was convicted of criminal offenses and committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made and/or signed certificates or other health insurance-related documents relating to his practice of chiropractic, which falsely represent the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and committed health care fraud, used cappers, and paid and received illegal rebates in the conspiracy that led to his convictions. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490, 650, and 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), (q), (s), and (t).)

BARNEY, GLENN JEFFREY– License No. DC 21882

Auburn, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1273

Action Type: Probation

Effective March 13, 2022, Barney's chiropractic license number DC 21882 was placed on probation for five years based on findings that he engaged in unprofessional conduct including sexual misconduct and harassment of a patient. (16 CCR §§ 316(c) and 317.)

POOYANDEH, RASOUL– License No. DC 27512

Pomona, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1335

Action Type: Revocation

Effective February 24, 2022, Pooyandeh's chiropractic license number DC 27512 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a chiropractor (grand theft); was convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and knowingly prepared, made, or subscribed any writing, with intent to present or use the same, or to allow it to be presented or used, in support of any false or fraudulent claim. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 810(a)(2), and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

KANCILIA, DIRK H.– License No. DC 16440

San Pedro, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1294

Action Type: Revocation

Effective February 6, 2022, Kancilia's chiropractic license number DC 16440 was revoked based on allegations that he engaged in unprofessional conduct when he was convicted of a felony substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a chiropractor (conspiracy to commit honest services mail fraud, and health care fraud), and involving moral turpitude and corruption; committed acts of fraud and misrepresentation that involved moral turpitude, dishonesty, and corruption; committed acts of insurance fraud. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

BREDICE, FRANK C.– License No. DC 13949

Sherman Oaks, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1252

Action Type: Revocation

Effective February 5, 2022, Bredice's chiropractic license number DC 13949 was revoked based on findings that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the duties, qualifications, and functions of a chiropractor (identity theft); engaged in conduct which endangered, or was likely to endanger, the health, welfare, or safety of the public; was convicted of a crime of moral turpitude and dishonesty; violated legal provisions relating to the dispensation of controlled substances; engaged in acts involving moral turpitude or dishonesty; and engaged in acts involving fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), (j), (k), and (q).)

JETTE, STEVEN ALLEN– License No. DC 16430

Petaluma, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1282

Action Type: Surrender

Effective January 28, 2022, Jette surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 16430 based on allegations that he was convicted of an offense that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensed chiropractor (sexual battery); committed acts which have endangered or are likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; was convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, physical violence, or corruption; and committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490(a), and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (k).)

ROBERTS DANCY, CHERI– License No. DC 27359

San Leandro, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1263

Action Type: Surrender

Effective January 16, 2022, Roberts Dancy surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 27359 based on allegations that she acted unprofessionally; committed gross negligence, repeated acts of negligence, and incompetence; failed to create adequate patient records regarding chiropractic treatment; failed to inform the patient, verbally and in writing, of the material risks of proposed care; and failed to assure accurate and lawful billing of her chiropractic services and failed to promptly make reimbursement of overbilling. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317, 317(a), (b), (c), and (m), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1.)

JENSEN, MORGAN– License No. DC 17452

San Bruno, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1344

Action Type: Surrender

Effective January 5, 2022, Jensen surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 17452 based on allegations that she was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensee (submitting fraudulent/false information to obtain medical aid); made false or fraudulent claims; was convicted of a crime involving dishonesty; committed acts involving dishonesty; submitted documents that falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of facts; and participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation. (BPC §§ 490, 493, and 810(a)(1) and (2) and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

GILDEN, KEN W.– License No. DC 24958

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1212

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 22, 2021, Gilden's chiropractic license number DC 24958 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was grossly negligent when he failed to obtain patient histories and perform relevant physical examinations prior to treating his patients; committed repeated negligent acts; demonstrated incompetence by ignoring or failing to understand basic chiropractic requirements that require a chiropractor to obtain a patient history and perform a relevant physical examination prior to treatment; administered treatment or used diagnostic procedures which are clearly excessive; committed conduct which endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; failed to maintain required chiropractic records; and failed to obtain informed consent from patients prior to initiating treatment. (16 CCR § 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), and (m), 318, and 319.1.)

SHOTT, HEATHER– License No. DC 31025

Laguna Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1330

Action Type: Revocation

Effective December 12, 2021, Shott's chiropractic license number DC 31025 was revoked based on allegations that she was convicted of crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (battery and violation of protective/stay away order); engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; and was convicted of a misdemeanor crime involving physical violence. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), and (h).)

ROTHMAN, YARIV E.– License No. DC 25498

Santa Monica, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1248

Action Type: Revocation

Effective December 12, 2021, Rothman's chiropractic license number DC 25498 was revoked based on findings that he engaged in sexual acts or erotic behavior with two patients; engaged in acts constituting sexual abuse and/or sexual misconduct against three patients; engaged in acts constituting moral turpitude against two patients; committed acts constituting fraud or misrepresentation by falsely representing that he was a licensed vocational nurse and authorized to perform blood draws and administer IVs to patients; committed acts constituting gross negligence against three patients; and committed negligent acts against three patients. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 726 and 2885, and 16 CCR §§ 316(b) and (c) and 317(a), (b), (k), and (q).)

COHEN, ROBERT BERNARD– License No. DC 27662

Oceanside, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1264

Action Type: Revocation

Effective December 12, 2021, Cohen's chiropractic license number DC 27662 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of a substantially related crime (conspiracy); was convicted of a criminal offense and committed several acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made and/or signed certificates or other health insurance-related documents relating to his practice of chiropractic which falsely represent the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and committed health care fraud in the conspiracy that led to his conviction. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

HINES, DARREN NORMAN– License No. DC 28334

Lomita, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1300

Action Type: Revocation

Effective November 28, 2021, Hines' chiropractic license number DC 28334 was revoked based on allegations that he committed a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (aiding and abetting health care fraud); committed acts of insurance fraud; was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude and/or dishonesty; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made false statements of fact; and participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

TUTINO, ANDREW– License No. DC 20427

Lemon Grove, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1254

Action Type: Probation

Effective October 15, 2021, Tutino's chiropractic license number DC 20427 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed acts of gross negligence in connection with his treatment of a patient; committed repeated acts of negligence; demonstrated incompetence; administered clearly excessive treatment; endangered a patient's health, welfare, and safety; committed acts involving dishonesty in connection with his treatment of a patient when he up coded services and repeatedly double billed services; knowingly created and signed daily progress and procedural notes and knowingly created itemized billing statements reflecting services he up coded or double billed; and committed acts of fraud or misrepresentation. (16 CCR § 317(a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (k), (l), and (q).)

BEALL, JOHN SPENCER– License No. DC 31508

Alameda, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1275

Action Type: Surrender

Effective October 9, 2021, Beall surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 31508 based on allegations that he acted unprofessionally; engaged in sexual conduct involving a patient, patron, or customer on the premises of his chiropractic practice; engaged in sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, or sexual relations with a patient, patron, or customer; failed to create adequate patient records regarding chiropractic treatment; and failed to assure accurate and lawful billing for chiropractic services. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 316(b) and (c), 317, 317(m), and 318(a) and (b).)

LE, DINH VAN– License No. DC 27110

Stockton, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1223

Action Type: Public Reproval

Effective September 4, 2021, Le's chiropractic license number DC 27110 was publicly reproved based on findings that he failed to maintain adequate and accurate records for two appointments and ran an advertisement with false and misleading information that had a tendency to mislead the public. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 17500, and 16 CCR §§ 311 and 317(m) and (p).)

DO, VINCENT HOAI– License No. DC 28059

San Jose, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1157

Action Type: Revocation

Effective September 2, 2021, Do's chiropractic license number DC 28059 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (permitting a child under five to suffer under circumstances likely to cause great bodily injury or death and involuntary manslaughter); was convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, physical violence, and/or corruption; engaged in conduct that endangered the health, welfare, and safety of the public; and failed to refer a patient to a physician and/or surgeon or other licensed health care provider for appropriate management of the patient's physical or mental condition, disease, or injury. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 493(a), and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (w).)

GREATHOUSE, WAYNE MARTIN– License No. DC 22352

San Clemente, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1258

Action Type: Surrender

Effective August 28, 2021, Greathouse surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 22352 based on allegations that he used advertising containing misstatements, falsehoods, misrepresentations, distorted, sensational, or fabulous statements, which are intended or have a tendency to deceive the public, or impose upon credulous or ignorant persons; committed acts constituting gross negligence; committed repeated acts of negligence; engaged in conduct that has endangered or is likely to endanger public health, welfare, or safety; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, and/or corruption; knowingly made documents related to the practice of chiropractic that falsely represent the existence of facts; participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation; and violated the Board's regulations regarding patient medical records and patient billings. (16 CCR §§ 311, 316, 317(a), (b), (e), (k), (l), (m), and (q), and 318(a) and (b).)

BARR, WALTER KENTON– License No. DC 27198

Ukiah, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1268

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 19, 2021, Barr's chiropractic license number DC 27198 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he was convicted of an offense substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of a licensee (driving under the influence and driving with blood alcohol greater than 0.08%); engaged in conduct likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; used alcohol in a manner dangerous to himself, to another person, or to the public; and was convicted of more than one misdemeanor involving the consumption of alcohol. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), (g), and (i).)

MOJABE, MOHAMMAD R.– License No. DC 21064

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1240

Action Type: Probation

Effective August 15, 2021, Mojabe's chiropractic license number DC 21064 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he demonstrated an extreme departure from the professional standard of care when he engaged in the unlicensed practice of acupuncture on multiple patients with the knowledge that he did not possess the requisite licensure; demonstrated repeated acts of negligence; endangered the health, welfare, and safety of the public; failed to have an informed consent form for a patient; had false or misleading advertising in that his business cards and office sign offered acupuncture services despite his office not employing any licensed acupuncture providers; exceeding the scope of practice; identified himself as “Dr.” without including the required designation of “chiropractor” or “D.C.” immediately following his name; and failed to ensure the tenants of his building possessed the required medical waste permits. (Chiro. Act §§ 10 and 15 and 16 CCR §§ 302, 311, 316, 317(a), (b), and (e), 318(a)(7), and 319.1.)

KRIMMEL, WAYNE AARON– License No. DC 24735

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1259

Action Type: Surrender

Effective August 15, 2021, Krimmel surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 24735 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (battery); engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; and was convicted of a misdemeanor crime involving physical violence. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), and (h).)

PARKER, JOHN– License No. DC 33671

San Marcos, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1238

Action Type: Revocation

Effective August 6, 2021, Parker's chiropractic license number DC 33671 was revoked based on findings that he committed gross negligence, repeated negligent acts, and incompetent acts; failed to record required patient information and diagnoses for two patients; and committed acts of sexual misconduct. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(a), (b), (c), and (m), and 318(a).)

FIORENTINO, CHRISTOPHER JOHN– License No. DC 28481

Anaheim, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1267

Action Type: Revocation

Effective August 1, 2021, Fiorentino's chiropractic license number DC 28481 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (possession of controlled substances and paraphernalia, driving on suspended/revoked license, and possession of shopping or laundry carts); self-administered controlled substances to the extent or in a manner dangerous to himself, to another person, or the public; was convicted of crimes and committed acts involving moral turpitude; engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the safety of the public; and was convicted of multiple misdemeanor criminal offenses involving the use, consumption, or self-administration of any dangerous drug. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), (g), (h), (i), and (k).)

SALAZAR, BENIGNO ANTONIO– License No. DC 20380

Rialto, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1220

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 30, 2021, Salazar surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 20380 based on allegations that he committed sexual misconduct as a licensee with a patient; repeatedly engaged in conduct that constitutes a departure from the standard of care of chiropractic in his examination, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient; engaged in conduct which has endangered or is likely to endanger public health, welfare, or safety in the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of a patient; failed to provide informed consent prior to treatment in that his consent document did not inform the patient of the material risks of proposed care; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty by sexually assaulting a patient and attempting to eliminate evidence of the visit; violated or attempted to violate, directly or indirectly, the terms of the Chiropractic Act or regulations adopted by the Board; failed to maintain complete chiropractic patient records in that his patient file has insufficient or incomplete chart notes. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 726, and 16 CCR §§ 316(c), 317(b), (e), (k), and (m), 318, and 319.1.)

BLANCHARD, SOPHIE NATHALIE– License No. DC 24288

Alameda, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1235

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 30, 2021, Blanchard's chiropractic license number DC 24288 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that she failed to file her proper and current place of practice address of each and every sub office; failed to display a satellite office certificate for each additional place of practice; committed repeated acts of negligence in billing and documenting treatment; failed to include all required patient information in patient records or retain copies of records as required; failed to ensure accurate billings of her chiropractic services in the course of treatment; engaged in sexual relations with a patient; and committed acts of gross negligence. (16 CCR §§ 303, 308(b), 316(c), 317(a) and (b), and 318(a) and (b).)

YADIDI, MAHYAR DAVID– License No. DC 31908

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1265

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 23, 2021, Yadidi surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 31908 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (conspiracy to commit health care fraud); was convicted of a felony crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made or signed a certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and committed acts involving fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810(a) and (b), and 16 CCR §§ 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q) and 318(b).)

CAVANAUGH, WESLEY MICHAEL– License No. DC 33740

Lorain, OH

Case No. AC 2020-1270

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 23, 2021, Cavanaugh surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 33740 based on allegations that he engaged in repeated negligent acts in his practice as a chiropractor, in that he failed to take complete histories and perform complete examinations of his patients on their initial visits with him and that the care and treatment he provided to a patient endangered the patient, and his repeated conduct of performing inadequate initial histories and examinations of patients is likely to endanger the health, welfare, and safety of the public. (16 CCR § 317(b) and (e).)

ASCHENBERG, JULIUS JAY– License No. DC 22275

Fountain Valley, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1249

Action Type: Probation

Effective July 18, 2021, Aschenberg's chiropractic license number DC 22275 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he engaged in sexual relations with a patient at his chiropractic office. (16 CCR § 316(b) and (c).)

GROVES, SHAD JAMES– License No. DC 27234

Long Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1178

Action Type: Public Reproval

Effective July 15, 2021, Groves' chiropractic license number DC 27234 was publicly reproved based on findings that he committed acts of gross negligence in his treatment of a patient. (16 CCR § 317(a).)

KHUMOORO, SAM PUTRES– License No. DC 25727

Wasco, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1234

Action Type: Surrender

Effective July 9, 2021, Khumooro surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 25727 based on allegations that he was convicted of a crime that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a chiropractor (sexual battery) and which involves acts of moral turpitude; committed acts of sexual abuse and misconduct with nine patients; committed acts involving moral turpitude; and committed fraud when he represented his touching of an intimate part of his patients served a professional purpose when his touching was for the purpose of sexual arousal and sexual gratification. (BPC § 490 and 16 CCR §§ 316(c) and 317(g), (h), (k), and (q).)

WIGNALL, CHARLEEN PATRICE– License No. DC 24243

Calistoga, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1266

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 26, 2021, Wignall surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 24243 based on allegations that she was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the duties, functions, and/or qualifications of a chiropractor (trespass, evading a police officer, and vandalism with damage over $400); was convicted of multiple crimes that involved the use of alcohol; used dangerous drugs and/or alcoholic beverages to the extent or in a manner as to be dangerous or injurious to herself, any other person, and/or the public; and was involved in conduct which endangered or was likely to have endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR § 317(e), (f), (g), and (i).)

ROBINSON, CASEY DEAN– License No. DC 26803

San Diego, CA

Case No. AC 2004-407

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 26, 2021, Robinson surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 26803 while on probation under Case No. AC 2004-407.

SPENCER, ADAM ROBERT– License No. DC 29150

Lodi, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1166

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 6, 2021, Spencer surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 29150 based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes that are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (battery and lewd/dissolute conduct in a place open to the public); was convicted of crimes involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, physical violence, and/or corruption; engaged in conduct that endangered the health, welfare, and safety of the public; engaged in an act of sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, and/or sexual relations with a patient; and engaged in a violation of Penal Code section 647, subdivision (a), occurring in his work premises, or work area under his direct professional supervision or control. (Chiro. Act § 10(b), BPC § 731(a), and 16 CCR §§ 316(c) and 317(e), (g), and (h).)

CHUNG, RICHARD HOON– License No. DC 25556

Beverly Hills, CA

Case No. AC 2021-1284

Action Type: Surrender

Effective June 6, 2021, Chung surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 25556 based on allegations that he was convicted of two felony counts of violating United States Code, title 18, section 1343 (wire fraud); committed acts of insurance fraud; was convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; knowingly made or signed any certificate or other document relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represents the existence or nonexistence of a state of facts; and participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC §§ 490 and 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

MIGOTTI, KEITH THOMAS– License No. DC 16744

Salinas, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1243

Action Type: Probation

Effective May 22, 2021, Migotti's chiropractic license number DC 16744 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he failed to timely pay the fine imposed by the Board and failed to timely comply with the order of abatement regarding his registering for and passing the California Chiropractic Law Examination as set forth in a July 9, 2019 citation order. (16 CCR §§ 317 and 390.5.)

FISSETTE, BRUCE WAYNE– License No. DC 26387

Newport Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1237

Action Type: Surrender

Effective May 22, 2021, Fissette surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 26387 based on allegations that he failed to conduct a physical examination on a patient; failed to identify treated areas of the patient's body; committed moral turpitude or dishonest acts, fraud or misrepresentation, and unprofessional conduct in falsely billing for care not provided; billed insurance for care not performed; and failed to obtain informed consent from the patient. (BPC § 810(a) and 16 CCR §§ 317(a), (b), (c), (k), and (q), 318(b), and 319.1.)

HAMMOND, CHRISTOPHER DOUGLAS– License No. DC 23267

Huntington Beach, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1201

Action Type: Revocation

Effective May 21, 2021, Hammond's chiropractic license number DC 23267 was revoked based on allegations that he was convicted of crimes substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (attempted unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor under 16 years of age); was convicted of crimes and committed acts involving moral turpitude; and engaged in conduct that was likely to endanger the safety of the public. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 490, and 16 CCR § 317(e), (g), (h), and (k).)

LINZEY, KEVIN BARKLEY– License No. DC 31857

Walnut Creek, CA

Case No. AC 2020-1261

Action Type: Revocation

Effective May 20, 2021, Linzey's chiropractic license number DC 31857 was revoked based on allegations that he failed to timely notify the Board of a change of his address; acted unprofessionally; committed sexual abuse and/or sexual misconduct with a patient; failed to create adequate patient records regarding chiropractic treatment; failed to inform the patient, verbally and in writing, of the material risks of the proposed care; and failed to maintain patient records as required by law and failed to make patient records available for inspection. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 303, 316, 317, 317(m), 318(a) and (b), and 319.1(a).)

MULLEN, SUSAN VIRGINIA– License No. DC 25356

Berkeley, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1184

Action Type: Probation

Effective April 21, 2021, Mullen's chiropractic license number DC 25356 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that she was grossly negligent; committed repeated negligent acts; was incompetent; engaged in conduct that endangered or was likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; failed to maintain complete chiropractic patient records; and failed to refer a patient to a physician and surgeon or other licensed health care provider who was able to provide appropriate management of the patient's conditions. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317(a), (b), (c), (e), (m), and (w) and 318(a)(2) and (3).)

SCHLEIDER, BARRY MARTIN – License No. DC 13673

Costa Mesa, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1225

Action Type: Probation

Effective February 11, 2021, Schleider's chiropractic license number DC 13673 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he was grossly negligent in his care of a patient; conducted his practice in such a manner as to endanger or likely to endanger the health, welfare, or safety of the public; failed to obtain written informed consent; charged a patient for the first visit when the first visit was a free consultation; failed to maintain accurate records for a patient; and failed to ensure accurate billing for a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 317(a) and (e), 318(a)(2), (3), and (7) and (b), 319, and 319.1.)

NADERI, MICHAEL – License No. DC 24149

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1199

Action Type: Probation

Effective February 11, 2021, Naderi's chiropractic license number DC 24149 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation while treating three patients; signed documents relating to the practice of chiropractic which falsely represented the existence or nonexistence of a state of fact; administered treatments or used diagnostic procedures which were excessive as determined by the customary practice and standards of the local community of chiropractors; and committed repeated acts of negligence. (16 CCR § 317(b), (d), (l), and (q).)

EOH, NA YOUNG– License No. DC 28688

Bakersfield, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1202

Action Type: Surrender

Effective February 11, 2021, Eoh surrendered her chiropractic license number DC 28688 while on probation under Case No. AC 2018-1202.

EBLING, ALAN CONRAD – License No. DC 25431

Marina del Rey, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1226

Action Type: Probation

Effective February 11, 2021, Ebling's chiropractic license number DC 25431 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed gross negligence; acts of incompetence; acts endangering the health, welfare, and safety of the public; acts involving moral turpitude; and acts of a sexual nature, during the course of care and treatment of a patient. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 316(b) and (c) and 317(a), (c), (e), and (k).)

BARTLETT, BRIAN ALLAN – License No. DC 23426

Santa Rosa, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1230

Action Type: Probation

Effective February 11, 2021, Bartlett's chiropractic license number DC 23426 was placed on probation for three years based on allegations that he acted unprofessionally; committed gross negligence and repeated acts of negligence; administered treatment and/or used diagnostic procedures which were clearly excessive as determined by the customary practice and standards of the local community of licensees; failed to create adequate patient records regarding chiropractic treatment; and inappropriately touched a patient's breasts. (Chiro. Act § 10 and 16 CCR §§ 316(a), 317, 317(a), (b), (d), and (m), and 318(a).)

KAUSLER, KEITH N.– License No. DC 11950

Tustin, CA

Case No. AC 2016-1050

Action Type: Surrender

Effective December 23, 2020, Kausler surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 11950 based on allegations that he failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his probation under Case No. AC 2016-1050.

BOOTH, VINCENT STEVEN – License No. DC 14320

Bakersfield, CA

Case No. AC 2018-1168

Action Type: Surrender

Effective December 23, 2020, Booth surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 14320 based on allegations that he committed gross negligence, repeated acts of negligence, insurance fraud, and acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; practiced in an incompetent manner; endangered the health, welfare, or safety of the public; participated in an act of fraud or misrepresentation; failed to ensure accurate billing; and failed to comply with the terms and conditions of his probation under Case No. 2012-946. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810(a)(1), (a)(2), and (b), and 16 CCR §§ 317(a), (b), (c), (e), (k), and (q), and 318(b).)

BERNARD, RICHARD JOSEPH – License No. DC 12603

Tarzana, CA

Case No. AC 2012-922

Action Type: Surrender

Effective December 23, 2020, Bernard surrendered his chiropractic license number DC 12603 while on probation under Case No. AC 2012-922.

JI, JOONGHWA – License No. DC 30529

Los Angeles, CA

Case No. AC 2019-1222

Action Type: Probation

Effective December 20, 2020, Ji's chiropractic license number DC 30529 was placed on probation for five years based on allegations that he committed a crime substantially related to the qualifications, functions, and duties of a licensed chiropractor (insurance fraud); committed acts of insurance fraud; was convicted of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude and/or dishonesty; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made false statements; and participated in acts of fraud and/or misrepresentation. (Chiro. Act § 10, BPC § 810, and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)

DANESH, BAHAR GHARIB – License No. DC 28361

Reseda, CA

Case No.

Action Type: Suspension and Probation

Effective December 20, 2020, Danesh's chiropractic license number DC 28361 was placed on probation for six years and, as part of probation, Danesh was suspended from the practice of chiropractic for one year, based on findings that she was convicted of a substantially related crime (aiding and abetting health care fraud); knowingly presented a false claim for payment of a loss under an insurance contract; was convicted of a felony involving moral turpitude, dishonesty, or corruption; committed acts of moral turpitude and dishonesty; knowingly made false statements; and participated in acts of fraud or misrepresentation. (BPC § 810(a)(1) and 16 CCR § 317(g), (h), (k), (l), and (q).)