STATE OF NEVADA BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS
STATE OF NEVADABOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERSBoard Meeting at:Oquendo Center for Clinical Education2425 East Oquendo RoadLas Vegas, Nevada 89120MINUTESThursday, April 19, 2018Board Members PresentScott Bradley, DVM, PresidentRonald Sandoval, DVM, DABVP, Vice PresidentDavyd Pelsue, DVM, DACVSJames Hengels, RN, BSNStephen Damonte, DVMSharon Gorman, DVMMelissa Schalles, LVTBoard Staff PresentJennifer Pedigo, Executive DirectorChristina Johnson, LVT, Hospital InspectorPatricia Handal, DVM, Board InvestigatorLouis Ling, Esq., Board CounselLaura Leautier, DVM Board InvestigatorBoard Members AbsentBetsy Phillips, DVM1
Dr. Bradley called the meeting to order at 8:40 a.m., and took roll of the Board members. Dr. Bradleywelcomed the veterinary technician class from College of Southern Nevada and explained the complaintprocess.Public CommentNoneCONSENT AGENDA1. Approval of Board Minutes for Possible ActionA. January 25, 2018 Board meeting minutesDiscussion: NoneMotion: Dr. DamonteSecond: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous2. Review & Determination of Complaints for Possible Action:A. 12-2017DVM-71; 12-2017LVT-72; 12-2017LVT-73Discussion: NoneMotion: Ms. SchallesSecond: Dr. SandovalPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Bradley recused himself.No public comment given.REGULAR AGENDA3. Review & Determination of Complaints/Disciplinary Action & Disciplinary Hearings for PossibleAction:The Board may convene in closed session to consider the character, alleged misconduct, professionalcompetence or physical or mental health of a person. (NRS 241.030)A. 03-2017DVM-06; Dudley Pflaum, DVM License #0728: Voluntary Surrender, SettlementAgreement, or Board decision for administrative hearing.Discussion: Mr. Ling reviewed the case and provided the Board with an overview of theproposed Voluntary Surrender.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to accept the Voluntary Surrender conditional upon receiving asigned copy of surrender within 10 days.Second: Dr. GormanPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Sandoval recused himself.No public comment given.B . 05-2017DVM-25; 02-2018DVM-12; 02-2018DVM-13; 02-2018DVM-14; 02-2018FAC-15Discussion: Agenda item tabled for further investigation. No vote was taken.No public comment given.2
C. 11-2017DVM-63Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment, the Board recommended thatdisciplinary action be initiated against the licensee.Motion: Ms. Schalles moved to proceed with discipline.Second: Mr. HengelsPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Bradley abstained.No public comment given.D. 12-2017DVM-67Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boardrecommended that disciplinary action be initiated against the licensee.Motion: Dr. Gorman moved to proceed with discipline.Second: Dr. SandovalPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Bradley abstained.No public comment given.E. 12-2017DVM-68Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint against the licensees with a Letter of Concern.Motion: Dr. Gorman moved to dismiss the complaint with a Letter of Concern.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous; Dr. Sandoval abstained.No public comment given.F. 12-2017DVM- 69; 12-2017FAC-70Discussion: After presentation to the Board this item was tabled pending further investigation.Motion: Dr. Sandoval moved to table the complaint and open an investigation into otherLicensees involved in the complaint case and the facility.Second: Dr. GormanPassed: Unanimous; Mr. Hengels abstained.No public comment given.G. 12-2017DVM-74Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint against Dr. A (12-2017DVM-74) due to the fact there was not sufficientevidence to believe that the licensee committed an act which constituted cause for disciplinaryaction and open an investigation into Dr. B.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to dismiss the complaint against Dr. A and open an investigationagainst Dr. B.Second: Ms. SchallesPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Bradley abstained.No public comment given.3
H. 12-2017DVM-77Discussion After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boardrecommended that disciplinary action be initiated against the licensee.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to proceed to discipline.Second: Dr. DamontePassed: Unanimous; Dr. Gorman abstained. Dr. Sandoval recused himself.No public comment given.I. 12-2017DVM-78Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint due to the fact there was not sufficient evidence to believe that thelicensee committed an act which constituted cause for disciplinary action.Motion: Dr. Sandoval moved to dismiss the complaint.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous; Dr. Gorman abstained.No public comment given.J. 01-2018DVM-01; 01-2018FAC-02Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint due to the fact there was not sufficient evidence to believe that thelicensees committed an act which constituted cause for disciplinary action.Motion: Dr. Damonte moved to dismiss the complaint.Second: Dr. BradleyPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Sandoval abstained.Public comment was made.K. 01-2018DVM-04; 01-2018DVM-05; 01-2018DVM-07Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint against (01-2018DVM-04; 01-2018DVM-05; 01-2018DVM-07) due to thefact there was not sufficient evidence to believe that the licensees committed an act whichconstituted cause for disciplinary action.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to dismiss the complaint against all licensees named.Second: Dr. GormanPassed: Unanimous; Dr. Damonte abstained.Public comment made.L. 02-2018DVM-08Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint against the licensees with a Letter of Concern.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to dismiss the complaint with a Letter of Concern.Second: Dr. GormanPassed: Unanimous; Ms. Schalles abstained.No public comment given.4
M. 02-2018DVM-09Discussion: After discussion of the complaint assessment with the review panel, the Boarddismissed the complaint against the licensees with a Letter of Concern.Motion: Dr. Gorman moved to dismiss the complaint with a Letter of Concern.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous; Dr. Sandoval abstained.No public comment given.N. 02-2018DVM-10Discussion: After presentation to the Board this item was tabled pending further investigation.Motion: Ms. Schalles moved to table the complaint and open and investigation into other licenseesinvolved in the complaint.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous; Dr. Sandoval abstained.No public comment given.4. Requests for License/Reinstatement/Review of Past or Present Disciplinary Action for PossibleActionA. Julia Piza, VTIT registration extension and VTNE Exam approvalDiscussion: The Board reviewed all documentation presented. Ms. Piza was not present.Motion: Dr. Bradley moved to deny Ms. Piza’s request to continue testing.Second: nonePassed: Motion failed.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to allow Ms. Piza to continue testing thru 12/31/2018.Second: SandovalPassed: Aye-6; Nay-1; Ms. Schalles recused herself.B. Sharolyn Hart, LVT education approvalDiscussion: The Board reviewed all documentation presented. Ms. Hart was not present.Motion: Ms. Schalles moved to accept Ms. Hart’s education for LVT licensure.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous5. Discussion and Determination for Possible ActionA. Continuing Education approval for Animal Emergency and Specialty Center’s TPLO, TTA, andCBLO Introduction: Veterinarians (2 hours)Discussion: Ms. Schalles presented the CE review and recommended the course be approved forthe requested 2 hours of continuing education.Motion: Dr. Gorman moved to accept Ms. Schalles’ recommendation.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: UnanimousB. Fear Free Clinic Information – Ms. Pedigo explained for the Board’s consideration what wasmeant by term ‘Fear Free Clinic’, and asked for staff guidance after being approached bylicensees that were interested in some of the regulation changes that would allow for some of5
the practices involved with a ‘Fear Free Clinic’. The Board discussed the current regulations andthat while it was acknowledged that it may be beneficial for some members of the public, at thistime, there is not enough evidence or information to proceed with regulation changes. Nochanges are intended to be made at this time.C. VTIT Registration RequirementsMs. Pedigo approached the Board requesting guidance pertaining to applicants for a VTITregistration that have graduated from a qualifying Veterinary Technician program prior toapplying for VTIT. After discussion, it was recommended based on the regulation as written thatstaff should request proof of registration for the VTNE prior to issuing a VTIT registration.D. DEA National Conference on Pharmaceutical and Chemical DiversionMs. Pedigo updated the Board on information obtained at the conference, regulatory measuresthat are occurring nationwide, and possible future regulatory measures in human and veterinarymedicine.E. USP 800 Hazardous Drug HandlingMs. Pedigo updated the Board on new guidance recently updated by the United StatesPharmacopeia. The Board will not make any changes at this time.F. Temporary LicensureMs. Pedigo asked the Board to consider potential regulation changes that would establish atemporary licensure for out of state veterinarians and/or veterinary technicians to practice inNevada. Dr. Gorman and Dr. Pelsue are interested in and feel that temporary licensure would bebeneficial for DVM’s, Diplomates, and the public. The potential application process could includeLetters of Good Standing, the Jurisprudence Exam and will need to comply with State of NevadaBoard of Pharmacy regulation if individuals were issues temporary licensures. The SpeciesSpecific Exam could potentially be waived. Due to the Board’s interest, Ms. Pedigo will work oncreating potential regulation language.G. Anatomy of a ComplaintMs. Pedigo updated the Board on the presentation of Anatomy of a Complaint in Reno, andoffered a big ‘thank-you’ for everyone’s hard work.H. Veterinary Assistant’s Scope for Therapeutic LaserMs. Pedigo brought a question from licensee’s before the board regarding a potential scopechange to VA’s allowing a Therapeutic Laser task. After discussion, there is interest in potentiallychanging the scope allowing VA’s to perform Therapeutic Laser in a limited capacity. Ms. Pedigowill work on creating potential regulation language.6. Staff Reports for Possible ActionA. Financial ReportMs. Pedigo presented the financial report which consists of the Board’s current quarterlyfinancial revenues and expenses compared to the fiscal year’s budget.Motion: Dr. Pelsue moved to approve the administrative report as presented.Second: Ms. SchallesPassed: Unanimous6
B. Administrative ReportMs. Johnson gave the administrative report, which lists the number of applicants and licenseesorganized by type. The numbers of applicants and licensees is show in comparison to theprevious year’s quarter.C. Hospital Inspection ReportMs. Johnson gave the hospital inspection report to the Board. The hospital inspection reportshow the number of hospitals investigated and the number of violations that were reportedfrom each inspection.D. Legal ReportMr. Ling had nothing to report to the Board.E. Legislative UpdateMs. Pedigo presented the legislative update to the Board. Regulation changes approvedFebruary 27, 2018.7. Agenda items for next meeting1. Telemedicine2. Update the definition of intern3. Increasing the ease of licensure and requirements.8. Public Comment:Michelle Wagner updated the Board on the latest Pharmacy Board meeting regarding newregulations for veterinary hospitals and dispensing practitioners.9. Adjournment for Possible ActionMotion: Ms. Schalles moved to adjourn the meeting at 4:20 p.m.Second: Dr. PelsuePassed: Unanimous7
STATE OF NEVADA BOARD OF VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS Board Meeting at: Oquendo Center for Clinical Education 2425 East Oquendo Road Las Vegas, Nevada 89120 MINUTES Thursday, April 19, 2018 Board Members Present Board Staff Present Scott Bradley, DVM, President Jennifer Pedigo, Executive Director .
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