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Valuing and selling your dental practice with Michael Erin

Today’s interview with Michael Erin, a dental valuation and practice consultant and broker, focuses on how Dentists prepare for retirement and a succession plan for the transition and sale of the work and interest in their dental practice.

Michael Erin of Practice Management & Associates

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Topics covered in this 30-minute interview:

  • About Progressive Management and dental brokerage generally;
  • Preparing for retirement, when to start selling your practice;
  • Different types of buyers you may identify well in advance;
  • Understanding the timeline and process of dental practice valuation.

Michael Erin is a management consultant, valuation specialist and practice broker in the Chicago hospital and health care industry. Mr. Erin, with Chicago’s Progressive Management & Associates, the Chicago dental practice brokerage, works with dental specialists in transition with their private practice. He works with sellers, buyers and valuation services to keep the transition out of practice in the fast lane, to maximize profits for his clients. Michael Erin is a colleague with our host, Michael V. Favia, through the Health Practice Advisors network group in Chicago.

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Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent healthcare professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

 

PODCAST: Appealing adverse final rulings in healthcare discipline, discharge and termination

Today’s podcast interview with attorney Michael Cohen, focuses on his work with attorney Michael Favia in defending healthcare professionals and appealing adverse decisions from any state agency final ruling affecting involving discipline, discharge and terminations. There are many compelling reasons to file an appeal of a ruling affecting your healthcare career. Attorneys Cohen and Favia work as a team to fight for the professional being disciplined or terminated. USE THIS LINK TO LISTEN ANYTIME

Topics covered in this 30-minute interview:

  • Common elements in reportable healthcare discipline, discharge and termination cases;
  • Describing usual procedural processes leading to an appealable final ruling and decision;
  • The measurable impact of healthcare discipline or termination on a local and national level;
  • What to expect in appealing an adverse discipline, discharge or termination ruling.

Michael B. Cohen is a partner in the Chicago office of Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. Mr. Cohen represents clients in a wide variety of civil and criminal litigation matters, both state and federal at the trial and appellate levels, focused on complex commercial litigation. His litigation practice includes the areas of appellate law, bankruptcy, civil rights, commercial, constitutional, criminal, employment, estates and trusts, insurance coverage, medical malpractice defense, personal injury actions, privacy, professional liability, and real estate.

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Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

PODCAST: An overview of current and future osteopathic medicine with Dr. Karen Nichols

Today’s podcast interview with Dr. Karen Nichols, focuses on osteopathic medicine and how osteopaths are different from traditional medical doctors. In the next 30 minutes Karen will talk to us about the whole person approach to osteopathic medicine, treatment and care. Learn about the rise of awareness and practice of osteopathic medicine and what we may anticipate in the future of comprehensive holistic healthcare. Use this link to listen anytime.

Topics covered in this 30-minute interview:

  • Similarities and differences between MDs and osteopathic physicians
  • A rise in the osteopathic profession and an increase in women osteopaths
  • The Institute of Medicine of Chicago and its role in osteopathic medicine
  • Career opportunities in, and the future of osteopathic medicine

Karen J. Nichols, DO, MA, MACOI, CS is the Dean of the Midwestern University/Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine. Prior to serving as Dean, she was Assistant Dean, Post Doctoral Education and Division Director (chair), Internal Medicine at the Midwestern University/Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Nichols a graduate of the Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCU-COM) with a DO degree and an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. She has a Masters degree in Management with a specialty in Healthcare Administration from Central Michigan University. Dr. Nichols served as president of the American Osteopathic Association, president of the Arizona Osteopathic Medical Association and president of the American College of Osteopathic Internists. She is presently on the board of the Osteopathic International Alliance.

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Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

PODCAST: The expanding role of nurses in the community with Elizabeth Carlson, PhD, RN

Today’s podcast interview with Doctor Elizabeth Carlson focuses on current trends and topics in the area of careers in nursing. In the next 30 minutes Doctor Carlson will talk to us about her career in nursing and healthcare and offer examples of opportunities in several nursing professions in demand today and in the years to come. Click/tap here to listen to the podcast interview.

Topics covered in this 30-minute interview:

  • Introducing Elizabeth Carlson, PhD, RN – tell us about your career path
  • Current trends in health care and the nursing profession specifically
  • Identifying various nursing professions; what they can and cannot do
  • Pathways from one degree level to the next; planning a nursing career path

Dr. Elizabeth A. Carlson has held a variety of clinical and academic positions of leadership at Rush University Medical Center since 1976. Beginning as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in critical care, she served as Interim Chairperson of Medical Nursing, which is a joint clinical and academic leadership position, and is currently Professor and Chairperson, Department of Adult Health and Gerontological Nursing, Rush College of Nursing. Dr. Carlson was recognized as a 2014 Pinnacle Leader by the Power of Nursing Leadership. She served as Program Director for Systems Leadership Doctor of Nursing Practice from 2012 to 2014. She earned her bachelor of science in nursing degree from the University of Michigan in 1973, her master of science in nursing degree from the University of Alabama in Birmingham in 1977, and her PhD from Rush University in 1988.

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Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

PODCAST: Nurse Consulting and Litigation Assistance with Samantha Glon

Today’s podcast interview with nurse consultant, Samantha Glon, focuses on current trends and topics in the area of nurse consulting and litigation assistance in healthcare related cases. In the next 30 minutes Samantha will talk to us about her career in nurse consulting work in general and in the legal practice areas including tort liability, malpractice consultations and nursing home and medical practice investigations. CLICK/TAP HERE TO LISTEN NOW!CLICK/TAP HERE TO LISTEN NOW!

Topics covered in this 30-minute interview:

  • Introducing nurse consultant, Samantha Glon, RN, BS, ALNC, FCEA
  • Career focus on nurse consulting, what type of work is involved?
  • What skill sets and experience are important in reviewing medical charts?
  • Litigation assistance in healthcare related cases involving (1) tort liability, (2) malpractice consultations, and (3) nursing home and medical practice investigations.
  • Tips for people looking for a career change and have an interest in nurse consulting?

 

Samantha Glon, RN, BS, ALNC, FCEA, is the founder and owner of SJG & Associates, the legal nurse consulting and medical records review provider for attorneys, insurance companies, and healthcare facilities. Samantha has significant work experience as a Registered Nurse and in healthcare and nursing director positions. Samantha earned her Associates of Science Degree in Registered Nursing from Elgin Community College and she earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Healthcare Management from National-Lewis University.

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Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

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For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

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Healthcare Podcast Recap: Several recent healthcare professional and consultant interviews!

In case you missed them, below are several recent Internet radio podcast interviews featuring a variety of healthcare professionals with relationships and connections to the Chicago-based team of Illinois Licensing Professional Consultants.

From first seeking a professional healthcare license, to managing exposure and liability in complex health systems, the individuals featured in this series, have the answers and advice you may need to protect your career interests. Brought to you by the Chicago health law, licensing and litigation firm of Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C. (773) 631-4580

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  1. Workers Compensation: Independent medical examinations with Anna Lozoya
  • Introducing Anna Lozoya, JD, RN, Of Counsel to Michael V. Favia & Associates
  • Describe the independent medical examination (IME) process in workers compensation
  • My expertise in reading medical records and IME reports, independently
  • The importance and value of an objective third party observer
  • The benefits of having a nurse advocate in the exam room during an IME

Anna Lozoya, JD, RN, Of Counsel to Michael V. Favia & Associates, works for the firm, on independent medical examination (IME) matters in workers compensation cases. Anna leverages her experience reading medical records and IME reports to help the firm maximize its results for workers compensation plaintiffs. Anna is an attorney and a registered nurse in the State of Illinois and works with a variety of health related legal matters including personal injury, medical malpractice, and regulatory matters with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Illinois Department of Public Health. In addition, Anna is experienced in real estate law and is bi-lingual Spanish speaker. Anna earned her law degree from the DePaul University where she focused in health law and regulation.

  1. Nursing homes: Compliance with Federal and State Regulations with Carol Prosapio, RN
  • Making informed decisions when choosing a nursing home, do your research
  • Examining compliance requirements and how nursing homes strive for compliance
  • Increasing nursing home staff to provide increased resident care requirements
  • Resources for risk analysis, root cause, analysis regarding pressure ulcers
  • Pain management, fall prevention, infections, personal hygiene and activities

Carol Prosapio is an accomplished registered nurse with 36 years experience. She served the State of Illinois, the last 11 years, working as a long-term care surveyor. A Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse, for the Illinois Department of Public Health, Carol inspected long-term care facilities to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations. She investigated allegations of abuse, neglect, improper nursing care and misuse of resident funds. Additionally, Carol reviewed records, laws, and procedures, investigating and surveying legal and policy compliance. Carol is an alumnus of Moraine Valley Community College, the University of Illinois at Chicago and Lewis University.

  1. Criminal Healthcare Fraud and Defense with Attorney Anthony Schumann
  • Introducing Anthony Schumann, tell us about your law practice
  • Sources of criminal healthcare law, state and federal
  • Enforcement areas: home health, kickbacks, mental health, drug diversion, etc.
  • What to expect during investigations and when to obtain legal defense counsel
  • Professional licensing concerns in connection with dispositions of cases
  • What to expect in defending criminal healthcare fraud charges

Anthony L. Schumann is a partner in the Chicago office of Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.  For more than 30 years, Mr. Schumann has participated in over 150 civil and criminal trials and evidentiary hearings.  He focuses his practice in the areas of commercial litigation, employment law, government liability, and white collar criminal defense.  He has extensive experience representing corporate, governmental and individual clients in state and federal courts and during all stages of investigation and throughout the litigation process.  Mr. Schumann has extensive experience assisting companies with internal investigations and in handling compliance issues.  He has attained an AV® rating from Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory, the highest professional rating awarded for legal ability and ethical standards; and he is also included in the listings of Illinois Leading Lawyer and Illinois Super Lawyer.

  1. Medical experts in court and evidence based medicine with Dr. James Harlan
  • What does it take to be a medical expert?
  • What should attorneys be looking for in a medical expert?
  • Daubert vs Frye rulings: some states have different burdens to prove opinions for medical experts
  • Evidence based medicine, what makes a good study beyond a mere claim
  • About INSPE and what we do for the attorney and the expert

James Harlan, MD, FACEP, Received a BS in Biology/Chemistry from the University of Evansville and his MD from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. He completed residency at the Resurrection Emergency Medicine Program in 2009 and has been practicing emergency medicine since. Currently, he practices at Northshore University Healthsystem. He joined INSPE in 2012 and is currently focused on the growth of the company. Recently, he has volunteered his time teaching emergency medicine residents and medical students. He has also given his time to ICEP for board review courses. His free time is spent with family.

 

MICHAEL V. FAVIA AND ASSOCIATES WELCOMES ANNA LOZOYA, JD, RN, OF COUNSEL

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Health Law and Litigation Attorney, Michael V. Favia Welcomes Anna Lozoya, JD, RN, Of Counsel to the Michael V. Favia and Associates, P.C. to Work on Health Related Matters.

099CHICAGO – Wednesday, April 20, 2016. Health law and litigation attorney, Michael V. Favia, announces that this spring, Anna Lozoya, JD, RN, joined Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C. as an of counsel attorney to work on health related matters including personal injuries, medical malpractice , IDFPR, and Illinois Department of Health matters.  She is also is bi-lingual and has extensive experience in real estate law.

Lozoya attended the University of Miami’s School of Nursing and Health Studies. Lozoya graduated from DePaul University’s College of Law in 2012. During her tenure in law school, she was a student attorney in the Civil Rights Clinic and a staff writer of the DePaul Journal of Health Care Law. Lozoya continues to work as nurse in critical care in Chicago.

Lozoya currently holds the position of secretary of the Puerto Rican Bar Association of Illinois; Region IX Deputy President of the Hispanic National Bar Association (HNBA); and co-chairs the Bar Organization Outreach Committee and the Health Law Committee of the Women’s Bar Association of Illinois.

Lozoya offered comments to questions about her new position, of counsel, to Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C.:

How does your of counsel position with Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C., complement your existing legal practice in health law, litigation and professional licensing? “As of counsel of Micheal Favia’s firm, I am afforded the opportunity to utilize my skill set as an attorney and nurse. Mike’s practice encompasses more than just medical malpractice. The Favia name is synonymous effect and diligent legal representation. The of counsel position will expand my civil practice into other areas of contract law such as health care and physician agreements. I currently provide nurse-consulting services, which includes but is not limited to medical record analysis, chronologies, and summaries. I will provide these services for the law firm on any and all cases that require an expert’s opinion.”

What unique perspectives to you bring to the firm? “Before becoming a nurse and an attorney, I was an auditor for a CPA in Miami. That position not only taught me to be thorough but required meticulous review of financial data and documents. This skill has transferred into all aspects of my life. During representation and consulting of clients, it is the recognition and discovery of minute distinctions that have yielded favorable results for my clients. I also have an extensive sales background, which instilled considerable listening skills; this set of skills serves as the bedrock of building and maintaining all of my client-attorney relationships. The majority of my current legal practice is in real estate which has refined my negotiation technique.”

What would you like future clients and colleagues to know about you? “I am a lover of knowledge and challenges. I look forward to collaborating with Mike and his associates. I continue to have the privilege of healing and assisting Chicago’s sick. I currently work as a Registered Nurse in the areas of: medical-surgical; telemetry; ambulatory surgery; medical intensive care unit (MICU); coronary care unit (CCU); and post anesthesia care unit (PACU). l enjoy a good laugh, a delicious slice of cheese pizza, and a brisk jog on Lake Michigan.”

Lozoya was recently featured in the Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants podcast interview, explaining how she works of counsel to Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C. in connection with workers compensation cases and other related health law and litigation matters. PODCAST: Workers Compensation: Independent medical examinations with Anna Lozoya.

To learn more about, or to speak to Anna Lozoya, JD, RN, Of Counsel to Michael V. Favia & Associates, P.C., please contact the firm at (773) 631-4580.

Chicago health law and litigation attorney Michael V. Favia and his associates in several locations and disciplines, advise and represent licensed physicians in all types of litigation and administrative matters involving licensing and regulatory agencies.

Michael V. Favia and Associates, P.C. represents individual physicians and health care organizations in the Chicago area with a variety of legal matters. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburban meeting locations, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion. For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates, please call (773) 631-4580, visit www.favialawfirm.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You can also review endorsements and recommendations for Michael V. Favia on his Avvo.com profile and on LinkedIn.

 

PODCAST: Nursing homes, compliance with Federal and State Regulations with Carol Prosapio, RN

Today’s podcast interview with Carol Prosapio focuses on educating the public, nursing homes and their staff, about providing good patient care while at all times complying with all the rules and regulations of the Illinois Department of Health and the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.

Topics covered in this 30-minute interview – Click/tap here to listen anytime!

  • Making informed decisions when choosing a nursing home, do your research;
  • Examining compliance requirements and how nursing homes strive for compliance;
  • Increasing nursing home staff to provide increased resident care requirements;
  • Resources for risk analysis, root cause, analysis regarding pressure ulcers;
  • Pain management, fall prevention, infections, personal hygiene and activities.

Carol Prosapio is an accomplished registered nurse with 36 years experience. She served the State of Illinois, the last 11 years, working as a long-term care surveyor. A Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse, for the Illinois Department of Public Health, Carol inspected long-term care facilities to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations. She investigated allegations of abuse, neglect, improper nursing care and misuse of resident funds. Additionally, Carol reviewed records, laws, and procedures, investigating and surveying legal and policy compliance. Carol is an alumnus of Moraine Valley Community College, the University of Illinois at Chicago and Lewis University.

Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion.

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates, please call (773) 631-4850, visit www.favialawfirm.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You can also review endorsements and recommendations for Michael V. Favia on his Avvo.com profile and on LinkedIn.

 

PODCAST: Spotting identity theft and taking action with Roger Zamparo

The Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants is a group of highly experienced attorneys and investigators who represent and defend licensed professionals.  The Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants have a network of connections with attorneys and professionals who manage a variety of legal practice areas including consumer protection. Zamparo Law Group defends consumers from deceptive and unfair business practices, abusive collection tactics, identity theft, and a host of other anti-consumer behaviors.

Topics covered in this podcast interviewclick here to listen now!

  • How do identity thieves operate and what do they do with your information?
  • What are some of the new ways thieves use technology to steal identities?
  • How much damage can identity theft cause, in addition to credit problems?
  • What legal remedies are available to credit theft victims and how does it work?
  • If we learn identity theft happens when it is too late, how can we be safe?
Roger Zamparo, Zamparo Law Group, P.C., Chicago Consumer Protection Litigation Law Firm.

Roger Zamparo, Zamparo Law Group, P.C.

Roger Zamparo received a B.A. from Ohio University and his J.D. from The John Marshall Law School (where he is currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees). In his 35-year litigation practice, he has represented individuals and corporations in both state and federal courts. He has concentrated on several areas, including consumer law and legal malpractice. Please contact the Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants at (773) 631-4580 to be connected with Roger Zamparo if you have a consumer protection question or need to consult on your legal matter.

 

Michael V. Favia & Associates are available to advise and represent health care professionals and the general Chicagoland community with a variety of legal issues. With offices conveniently located in the Chicago Loop, Northwest side and suburbs, you can schedule a discrete meeting with an attorney at your convenience and discretion. Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants 6

For more about Michael V. Favia & Associates’ professional licensing work, please visit www.IL-Licensing.com and feel free to “Like” the firm on Facebook and “Follow” the firm on Twitter. You may also connect with Attorney Michael V. Favia on LinkedIn and on Avvo.com where you may also read client endorsements and reviews.

Nursing and drug abuse, addiction and licensing with Michael V. Favia

What happens to the medications administered to patients who refuse to take them?

What happens to the medications administered to patients who refuse to take them?

The Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants is a group of highly experienced attorneys and investigators who represent and defend licensed professionals. These featured attorneys, previously worked for the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, and will represent and/or defend licensed professionals in cases involving the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Illinois Department of Public Aid and Illinois Department of Public Health.

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Topics covered in this 30 minute show:

  • Introducing Michael V. Favia
  • Increase in cases and reports of problems involving drugs and addiction in nursing
  • Types of backgrounds and behaviors seem to open the gate to drug abuse problems in nursing
  • Not asking for help such a compounding problem; at what point is someone’s career salvageable?
  • Liability for nurses may also extend to the hospital administration; how can they best prepare to handle notice or knowledge of a nurse suspected of having a drug abuse problem?
  • What should a licensed nurse do if they receive an inquiry from the state?
  • At what point does a nurse have a duty to self-report or make a report on a colleague?
  • If nurses have multiple state licenses, how can this compound discipline concerns?

Michael V. Favia He is a former Asst. Illinois Attorney General and the Chief Prosecutor for the Illinois Dept. of Professional Regulation (IDPR), now known as the Illinois Dept. of Professional and Financial Regulation (IDFPR). Favia is the owner of a Professional Licensing Consulting Company where he and affiliated former prosecutors, investigators and professional licensing board members assist licensed professionals in their business, regulatory and IDFPR related matters.

Visit our Illinois Professional Licensing Consultants website for more information. You may also contact Michael V. Favia for more information by calling  (773) 631-4580 and by e-mail at favia@lawyer.com.