MINUTES

1. Call meeting to order; roll call, determination of a quorum

Fuller Royal, President of the Board, called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.

Members present:
Fuller Royal, M.D. - President
Gerald Peterson, D.O.
Frank Shallenberger, M.D.
Janie Greenspan-Gale
Diane Kennedy.
The following individuals were also present:
Tina Leiss, Esq. - Deputy Attorney General
Elizabeth Nielsen - Executive Director
Members of the public present:
David Edwards, M.D.
---------- Gerber, MD
----------- Gerber
Members of the board absent:
Terry Pfau, MD


2. Welcome and all visitors invited to sign in.

3. APPLICANTS: Applicant Alan Greenberg, DC was present to take the exam for APH certification.

Jean Malik informed the board she would not be present to take the exam for Homeopathic Assistant certification and was not present.

4. LICENSEE/CERTIFICATE HOLDERS: Ronald Wempen, MD – State of California stipulated settlement and disciplinary order discussed as a matter of interest.

Discussion passed over in regards to Richard Fishman who failed to register for 2000 licensure.

Discussion passed over in regards to Vana Velinova, APH, who experienced a change in supervision status.

5. DISCIPLINARY ACTION: Complaint #02-99 and 04-99 are still under investigation.

6. GENERAL DISCUSSION:

A. Approval of minutes of February 19, 2000 meeting:
Motion: Frank Shallenberger motioned to approve the minutes.
Second: Janie Gale
Action: Passed unanimously.

B. Practicing/advertising as a homeopathic physician: DAG Tina Leiss referred the issue of Donald Hayhurst advertising as a physician to the Medical Board. Fuller Royal forwarded the information to the Medical Board and the Clark County Medical Society.

C./D. Proposed changes to Chapter 630A of NRS and NAC 630A: The board received a report from Dr. David Edwards, Chairman of the Committee for Education, Training and Credentials Evaluation. The definition of homeopathy was discussed, specifically in regards to changes to regulations which the board supported at the February 19, 2000 meeting and sent too the Department of Administration thereafter. An overview of the public workshop held at 9 a.m., was provided by Fuller Royal. The State Medical Association and the State Medical Board were both represented at the 9 a.m. workshop. There was discussion that some of the proposed changes were too broad. Mr. Matthiason of the Medical Association stated he would be willing to work with the board on language changes. There was discussion that members of this board and the State Medical Board would meet on language issues.
Motion: Kelly Turner motioned that the regulations should be reviewed and the public, board and association concerns addressed. Diane Kennedy added to the motion that the next public workshop and meeting will be held in Reno on June 24, 2000.
Second: Frank Shallenberger
Action: Passed unanimously.

Fuller Royal appointed a committee to meet with both the Medical Association and Medical Board regarding language issues. Dr. (FIRST NAME NEEDED Edwards will serve as the chair with Kelly Turner, Diane Kennedy and Fuller Royal serving as committee members. DAG Tina Leiss will be involved as well.
Motion: Kelly Turner motioned to approve the committee.
Second: Gerald Peterson
Action: Passed unanimously.

APPLICANTS: The meeting returned to Dr. Alan Greenberg’s application for APH certification. Fuller Royal noted that he passed the examination. A brief discussion took place regarding his current New Jersey residency and plans to move to Nevada.
Motion: Gerald Peterson motioned to approve certification
Second: Frank Shallenberger
Action: Passed unanimously.

E. Changes in applicant examinations: David Edwards reported on committee discussion in regards to changes in applicant examinations. He provided collateral material, including sample questions.
Motion: Frank Shallenberger motioned to approve the committees recommendations
Second: Gerald Peterson
Action: Passed unanimously.

F. Report from the NHIMA: Michael Gerber reported on plans for educational activities and other association activities. He provided collateral material, including a schedule and list of speakers for the annual convention which will be held September 8-10 at the Flamingo Hilton.

G. Approval of a 40 hour course for HAs: Dr. Michael Gerber will continue to work on the course.

H. Official adoption of annual registration forms to be completed by licensees:
Motion: Diane Kennedy motioned to approve the new forms.
Second: Gerald Peterson.
Action: Passed unanimously.

I. Final report of Committee for Education, Training and Credentials Evaluation. David Edwards reported on the committee’s final report . Discussion took place regarding how to approach doctors who practice without licenses.
Motion: Janie Gale motioned to approve the report
Second: Frank Shallenberger
Action: Passed unanimously.

J. LCB response to board’s 06/01/99 letter: There has been no response.

K. Review of APH and HA protocols, pursuant to NRS 630A.500: Fuller Royal discusses the current requirement to renew protocols every year. He drew attention to the previously approved renewal form which fulfill this requirement and will replace this requirement.

L. Discussion of policies and procedures of the board: Review of policies and procedures, specifically in regard to the executive secretary/director..

M. Change in office location: Fuller Royal discusses the benefits of having one signature required for checks as part of his new position of secretary/treasurer.
Motion: Gerald Peterson motioned to approve this suggestion.
Second: Janie Gale.
Action: Passed unanimously.

N. Complaint Committee Report: Item passed over due to ongoing investigation.

O. Discussion of board internet site: Diane Kennedy reported that she could have a site up and running for $950. There is discussion that any suggestions for the website by any board member or public member present should be forwarded to Diane Kennedy’s attention.
Motion: Janie Gale motioned to approve the cost and creation of the website.
Second: Frank Shallenberger
Action: Passed unanimously.

P. Establishment of quarterly newsletter: Discussion of the efforts to establish a quarterly newsletter as a matter of interest.

Q. Establishment of Public Relations Chairman and Committee for interaction with various schools, other boards, legislature, hospitals, other states, etc.: Fuller Royal appointed a committee which includes Diane Kennedy as chairperson and Inga Gerber, Terry Stucky, and Tiffany Van der Stokkker as members. There is further discussion of creating a newsletter.
Motion: Gerald Peterson motioned to approve the committee.
Second: Kelly Turner
Action: Passed unanimously.

R. Report of Secretary-Treasurer: There was discussion of board finances.

S. Executive Director’s Report: Passed over.

T. Review of member’s term expirations. Fuller Royal’s and Gerald Peterson’s terms end as of July 1, 2000. This is mentioned. There was discussion of how renewals generally take place.

U. Deputy Attorney General Report: DAG Tina Leiss discussed how the board may want to approach doctors and other facilities advertising homeopathy who have not been certified by the board to do so. There was discussion to write a form letter to initially approach those who are advertising homeopathy.

V. Scheduling of board meeting dates and locations: Time and date have already been set for June 24th at 9 a.m., in Reno.

W. Public Comment and discussion: Gerald Peterson approached the board and discussed the fact that there are Nevada licensees working for Chornus (CHECK SPELLING) who are treating patients in other states via the telephone. He believes this issue should be addressed via regulations. There is discussion that this should become an agenda item for the next meeting.

There is also discussion regarding Cannabis Indica Sativa (CHECK SPELLING) and marijuana issues. Diane Kennedy and the Public Relations Committee should be involved and a task force organized to address any issues which may arise.

Fuller Royal comments that in 1997, the board agreed to grandfather in homeopathic assistants who have not certified. This subject will be place on the agenda for the June 24, 2000 meeting.

X. Adjournment:
Motion: Janie Gale motioned to adjourn the meeting.
Second: Diane Kennedy
Action: Passed unanimously.