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ARIZONA STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY 1470 W. ADAMS ST., STE 2450, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007 (602) 274-0236 www.ptboard.az.gov REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES April 23, 2019 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mark Cornwall, PT PHD, FAPTA, President Nushka Remec, PT, MS, PCS; Vice President Karen Bustillo, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT, Secretary Kelly King, PT, DPT, Professional Member Peggy Hunter, PTA, CLT; Professional Member Joshua Greer, Public Member BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael S. Clinton, CPA; Public Member ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL John Tellier, Assistant Attorney General PRESENT: BOARD STAFF PRESENT IN PERSON: Karen Donahue, PT, DPT, Executive Director Monica Crowley, Licensing Administrator Veronica Cardoza, Administrative Services Officer 1) CALL TO ORDER – 8:30 A.M.; Dr. Donahue called the meeting to order at 8:32 A.M. (A recording of the meeting is available through the Board Office) Roll Call – The following Board Members were present: Dr. Cornwall, Ms. Remec, Dr. Bustillo, Dr. King, Mr. Greer and Ms. Hunter 2) Review and Approval of Draft Minutes A) March 26, 2019 Regular Session Meeting Minutes The Board reviewed and discussed the minutes. Mr. Greer moved the Board approve the March 26, 2019 Regular Session Meeting Minutes. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo Aye X X X X X Nay Recused Karen Donahue, PT, DPT Executive Director Douglas A. Ducey Governor Mark Cornwall, PT, PHD, FAPTA President

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ARIZONA STATE BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY

1470 W. ADAMS ST., STE 2450, PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85007 (602) 274-0236

www.ptboard.az.gov

REGULAR SESSION MEETING MINUTES April 23, 2019

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Mark Cornwall, PT PHD, FAPTA, President

Nushka Remec, PT, MS, PCS; Vice President Karen Bustillo, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT, Secretary Kelly King, PT, DPT, Professional Member Peggy Hunter, PTA, CLT; Professional Member Joshua Greer, Public Member

BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Michael S. Clinton, CPA; Public Member ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL John Tellier, Assistant Attorney General PRESENT: BOARD STAFF PRESENT IN PERSON: Karen Donahue, PT, DPT, Executive Director

Monica Crowley, Licensing Administrator Veronica Cardoza, Administrative Services Officer 1) CALL TO ORDER – 8:30 A.M.; Dr. Donahue called the meeting to order at 8:32 A.M. (A

recording of the meeting is available through the Board Office) Roll Call – The following Board Members were present: Dr. Cornwall, Ms. Remec, Dr. Bustillo, Dr. King, Mr. Greer and Ms. Hunter 2) Review and Approval of Draft Minutes

A) March 26, 2019 Regular Session Meeting Minutes The Board reviewed and discussed the minutes. Mr. Greer moved the Board approve the March 26, 2019 Regular Session Meeting Minutes. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Karen Donahue, PT, DPT Executive Director

Douglas A. Ducey Governor

Mark Cornwall, PT, PHD, FAPTA President

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Abstained X

Absent X

B) March 26, 2019 Executive Session Meeting Minutes

The Board reviewed and discussed the minutes. Dr. Bustillo moved the Board approve the March 26, 2019 Executive Session Meeting Minutes. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained X

Absent X

C) April 1, 2019 Special Session Meeting Minute

The Board reviewed and discussed the minutes. Mr. Greer moved the Board approve the April 1, 2019 Special Session Meeting Minutes. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

3) CONSENT AGENDA: REVIEW, CONSIDERATION and ACTION

A) Applications for Licensure and Certification 1) Review, Consideration and Approval of Applications of Physical Therapist Licensure upon

Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript

Derick Austin Lauren Bacsalmasi Jessica Bates Nicholas Bibeau Ryan Conely Kimberlee Ellison Mario Diaz Joseph Dobbins Darrien Dorr

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Folayemi Fawehinmi Tracy Flood Denise Gallegos Olivia Harpham Brienna Hart Kathryn Holland Taylor Hutchison Dakota Kay Danielle Kyman Morgan Loss Anita Martin William Mench Marek Ondruj Eneida Oswalt Mita Patel Zach Pavlichek Franklin Pfeil Carrie Robinson Taylor Rock Lyndsey Russell Sean Sadler Braden Schroeder Melissa Slatky Julie Suhl Alana Tao Anthony Veglia Hannah Willims Derek Dewitt Kayla Fizer Tara Mayfield

Mr. Greer moved the Board the approve Applications for Physical Therapist Licensure upon Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) Review, Consideration and Approval of Applications for Physical Therapist Licensure with

Documentation Related to Disclosure on “Personal Information” Section of the Application.

Katherine Balgeman Jade Fagan Pamela Pino

Mr. Greer pulled Pamela Pino from the above consent agenda for separate consideration. Mr. Greer moved the Board the approve Applications for Physical Therapist Licensure upon Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript. Ms. Remec seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

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Absent X

Pamela Pino The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Mr. Greer move the Board table the above application until next Board meeting to obtain allegations plaintiff made and request a copy of the incident report and also get a copy of the deposition dated 2/22/17. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

3) Review, Consideration and Approval of Applications for Physical Therapist Assistant

Certification upon Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript.

Eric Anderson Daniel Basham Kelsey Clark Sabrina Clark Andres Cox Omar Maghraoui Sadie Mattingly Haley Oosterhof Stefanie Sanui Yocelin Tepezano Trent Archer

Ms. Hunter pulled Sabrina Clark from the above consent agenda for separate consideration. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board approve the above applications for Physical Therapist Assistant Certification upon Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

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Sabrina Clark Ms. Hunter pulled the above application because she thought Ms. Clark had answered yes to one of the GMC but staff provided the necessary paperwork. The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Ms. Cardoza confirmed that all of Ms. Clark GMC answered were NO. Ms. Hunter moved the Board approve the above applications for Physical Therapist Assistant Certification upon Receipt of Passing Scores on the NPTE/AZLAW and Final Transcript. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Consent Agenda End 4) REVIEW, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSURE

AND CERTIFICATION Review of and Possible Action on the Following Applications for Physical Therapist Licensure – Foreign Educated Graduates of Programs Not U.S. Accredited.

A) Review and Approval of a Credential Evaluation and Possible Licensure: 1) Jamilla De Mayo-Approval of Credential Evaluation and Possible issuance of SCPP

The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board to find Ms. De Mayo Foreign Educated Graduates of Programs not U.S. Accredited substantially equivalent and may pursue the SCPP with Board approved facility and physical therapist. Ms. Hunter seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

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Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) Maitri Mehta-Approval of Credential Evaluation and Possible Licensure

The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Ms. Mehta was determined to be substantially equivalent. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board to approve Ms. Mehta Application for Physical Therapist Licensure – Foreign Educated Graduates of Programs Not U.S. Ms. Hunter seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

3) Gustavo Sato- Approval of Credential Evaluation and Possible Licensure

The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board to find Ms. Sato Foreign Educated Graduates of Programs not U.S. Accredited substantially equivalent and may pursue the SCPP with Board approved facility and physical therapist. Ms. Hunter seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

B) Review and Approval of Final CPI and Possible Licensure:

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1) John J Selga The Board found Mr. Selga’s application to be complete. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board approve the above application for Physical Therapist Licensure. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

C) Review of and Possible Action on Physical Therapists Previously Licensed in the state of

Arizona. 1) Patricia Marquardt, PT

The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Dr. King moved the Board approve Ms. Marquardt’s Application for Physical Therapists Previously Licensed in the State of Arizona and issue her license upon receipt of passing scores of AZ Law. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

D) Review and Possible Action for Appeal of SCPP

1) Omotayo Omole The Board reviewed and discussed the above application. Ms. Omole has worked in the us for more than 6 months in the US. Dr. Cornwall moved the Board wave the SCPP for Ms. Omole. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried by roll call.

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Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X

Nay X

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

5) COMPLAINTS, HEARINGS, INVESTIGATIONS and COMPLIANCE

B) Review, Discussion and Possible Action Informal Hearing in the following case: 1) Case No. 18-07; Andrew Roberts, PT (9:00am)

Mr. Roberts was present and was represented by Ms. Priyanka U. Desai, both appeared via phone. The Board members and Board staff introduced themselves. Both Mr. Roberts and Ms. Desai introduced themselves. Dr. Cornwall read a summary of how the hearing would be conducted and reviewed the possible outcomes of the hearing. Dr. Donahue and Mr. Roberts were sworn-in as witnesses. Dr. Donahue read the allegations against Mr. Roberts. Mr. Roberts provided an opening statement. The Board reviewed and discussed the case and asked questions of Mr. Roberts. Ms. Veronica Cardoza was sworn-in as witnesses and answered questions the Board had for her. Mr. Roberts provided a closing statement. The Board deliberated. Dr. Cornwall guided the Board through each allegation for discussion. Following discussion on the allegations Mr. Greer moved the Board adopt the following Findings of Fact:

A. Failed to adhere to the recognized standards of ethics of the physical therapy profession. 4.1(A) A physical therapist shall make professional judgements that are in the patient’s/client’s best interest. 4.1(B) Regardless of practice setting, a physical therapist has primary responsibility of the physical therapy care of the patient an shall make independent judgments regarding the care consistent with accepted professional standards. 4.2(A) The supervising physical therapist has primary responsibility for the physical therapy care rendered to a patient/client.

B. Charged unreasonable or fraudulent fees for services performed or not performed.

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C. Failed to maintain adequate patient records. For the purposes of this paragraph, “adequate patient records” means legible records that comply with board rules and that contain at a minimum an evaluation of objective findings, a diagnosis, the plan of care, the treatment record, a discharge summary and sufficient information to identify the patient

D. Failed to report to the Board a name change or a change in business or home address

within thirty days after that change. Mr. Greer also added additional Findings of Fact:

• High volume of patient

• Transfer of patient care to massage therapist and acupuncturists

• Billing increased units per patients

• Other PT co-signing notes

• Continued to work until contact expired

Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Dr. Cornwall moved the Board adopt the following Conclusions of Law:

A.R.S. §32-2044(1): “Violating this chapter, board rules or a written board order.”

A.R.S. §32-2044(12): “Failing to adhere to the recognized standards of ethics of the physical

therapy profession.”

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A.R.S. 32-2044(13): “Charging unreasonable or fraudulent fees for services performed or not

performed.”

A.R.S. 32-2044(20): “Failing to maintain adequate patient records. For the purposes of this

paragraph, “adequate patient records” means legible records that comply with board rules and

that contain at a minimum an evaluation of objective findings, a diagnosis, the plan of care, the

treatment record, a discharge summary and sufficient information to identify the patient.”

A.R.S. 32-2044(23): “Failing to report to the Board a name change or a change in business or

home address within thirty days after that change.”

Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

The Board discussed possible disciplinary action against Mr. Roberts license. Following discussion Mr. Greer moved the Board adopt the following Order:

Mr. Roberts was censured and placed on probation for twelve (12) months with the possibility for early termination. Mr. Roberts shall complete six (6) hours of continuing education in documentation/record keeping, six (6) hours in ethics, shall take and pass the Arizona Physical Therapy jurisprudence examination within ninety (90) days. All continuing education must be preapproved by Board staff and completed within 12 months. CEU’s will not count towards renewal and cannot be completed online. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.

Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

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Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) Case No. 18-41; Keith Fandry, PT (9:30am)

Mr. Fandry was present and was not represented by legal counsel. The Board members and Board staff introduced themselves. Dr. Cornwall read a summary of how the hearing would be conducted and reviewed the possible outcomes of the hearing. Dr. Donahue and Mr. Fandry were sworn-in as witnesses. Dr. Donahue read the allegations against Mr. Fandry. Mr. Fandry provided an opening statement. The Board reviewed and discussed the case and asked questions of Mr. Fandry. Mr. Fandry provided a closing statement. The Board deliberated. Mr. Greer moved the Board issue Mr. Fandry an advisory letter referencing:

A.R.S. §32-2044(11): “Directly or indirectly requesting, receiving or participating

in the dividing, transferring, assigning, rebating or refunding of an unearned fee or

profiting by means of any credit or other valuable consideration such as an

unearned commission, discount or gratuity in connection with the furnishing of

physical therapy services.”

Ms. Remec seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote.

Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

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3) Case No. 18-29; Mark Boynton, PTA (10:00am)

Mr. Boynton was present and was not represented by legal counsel. The Board members and Board staff introduced themselves. Dr. Cornwall read a summary of how the hearing would be conducted and reviewed the possible outcomes of the hearing. Dr. Donahue, Ms. Cardoza and Mr. Boynton were sworn-in as witnesses. Dr. Donahue read the allegations against Mr. Boynton. Mr. Boynton did not provide an opening statement was there to answer any questions the Board had for him. The Board reviewed and discussed the case and asked questions of Mr. Boynton. Mr. Boynton provided a closing statement. The Board deliberated. Mr. Greer moved the Board dismiss the case. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Dr. Donahue stated for the record that agenda item 5(A)(1) and 5(B)(4) for Caroline Seronde, PTA is being tabled until the May Board Meeting. The Board Recessed from 10:18 A.M. to 10:30 A.M.

D) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Review of Initial Review: 1) 17-37 Jason Pointer, PT

Mr. Pointer was present and was represented by Mr. Rick Delo. The Board opened complaint following receipt of National Practitioner Data Bank Report that indicated $448,000 single final payment settlement.

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The Board members and Board staff introduced themselves. Mr. Delow provided an opening statement on behave of Mr. Pointer. The Board reviewed and discussed the case and asked questions of Mr. Pointer. Ms. Hunter moved the Board dismiss the case. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) 18-38 Jordan Williams, PT

Mr. Williams was present and was not represented by legal counsel. The Board opened a complaint against Mr. Williams following receipt of written complaints by MH, MC, PG and CL alleging sexual misconduct. Mr. Williams provided an opening statement. The Board reviewed and discussed the case and asked questions of Mr. Williams. Ms. Hunter moved the Board to enter into Executive Session to obtain legal advice and to review confidential records. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Executive Session from 10:58 A.M. to 11:05 A.M.

Ms. Remec asked additional questions of Mr. Williams.

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Ms. Hunter moved the Board do a Summary Suspension Hearing. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion failed by roll call vote. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X

Nay X X X X

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Ms. Hunter moved the Board forward case to Formal Hearing and remove A.R.S. §32-2044(10)(b). Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion the motion carried unanimously by roll call vote. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

C) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Review of Potential Opening of Complaint

1) JN, PT Mr. Greer moved the Board Open a Complaint. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) MM, PTA

Dr. Cornwall moved the Board Take No Action. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call.

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Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

D) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Review of Initial Review:

2) 18-45 Tamara Nicholson, PT Ms. Nicholson, PT failed to complete the requirement for Continuing Competency for the 2016-2018 compliance period. Ms. Nicholson, PT was determined to be deficient 20 hours. The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Mr. Greer move the Board offer a Consent Agreement and follow the Continuing Education Disciplinary Matrix. If not accepted the case will be forwarded to an Informal Hearing. Dr. Bustillo seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion failed by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X

Nay X X X

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Ms. Hunter moved the Board forward case to Informal Hearing. Mr. Greer seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

E) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Request for Early Termination of Probation

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1) 17-32 Jacob Brandenburg, PT The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Mr. Greer moved the Board grant Request for Early Termination of Probation. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

2) 18-25 Marcia Berger, PT

The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Mr. Greer moved the Board grant Request for Early Termination of Probation. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

F) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Request for Extension of Probation:

1) 18-06 Carla Lempert, PT The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Mr. Greer moved the Board to grant Request for Extension of Probation until January 2020. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

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Recused

Abstained

Absent X

4) REVIEW, CONSIDERATION AND ACTION ON APPLICATIONS FOR LICENSURE

AND CERTIFICATION A) Review and Approval of a Credential Evaluation and Possible Licensure: 3) Gustavo Sato- Approval of Credential Evaluation and Possible Licensure

The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Mr. Greer moved the Board resend the previous request to pursue the SCPP with Board approved facility and physical therapist. Ms. Hunter seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

Mr. Greer moved the Board grant Physical Therapist Licensure. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

7) BOARD BUSINESS AND REPORTS

A) Executive Director’s Report – Review, Discussion and Possible Action 1) Financials – Update

Dr. Donahue provided and updated of the above topics. No action was needed or taken. The Board Recessed from 11:37 A.M. to 11:59 A.M.

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5) COMPLAINTS, HEARINGS, INVESTIGATIONS and COMPLIANCE D) Review, Discussion and Possible Action for Review of Initial Review: 3) 18-37 Eric Pinedo, PTA

Mr. Pinedo was present and was not represented by legal counsel. Mr. Pinedo identified that he has been charged with DUI on 7/28/2017. Mr. Pinedo failed to notify the Board of his DUI charges within the required 10-day notification period. The Board reviewed and discussed the above case. Ms. Hunter moved the Board offer a Consent Agreement to take and pass the AZ Law Exam. If not accepted the case will be forward to an Informal Hearing. Ms. Hunter seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent X

8) CALL TO THE PUBLIC No one was present and no one came forward. 9) ADJOURNMENT Dr. Cornwall moved the Board adjourn. Dr. King seconded the motion. Following review and discussion, the motion carried unanimously by roll call. Vote Mr. Clinton Ms. Hunter Dr. King Ms. Remec Mr. Greer Dr. Cornwall Dr. Bustillo

Aye X X X X X X X

Nay

Recused

Abstained

Absent

Meeting adjourned at 12:08 P.M.

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Prepared by, Monica Crowley Office Manager Approved by, Karen Bustillo, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT Secretary