Irene Mahr, of the St. Petersburg Times, writes that if you check into Largo Medical Center any time soon, there’s a chance your nurse could be a former doctor. The hospital is one of several locally that are joining with Florida International University to fund a unique program to recruit foreign doctors living in the […]
Tag Archives: Florida license lawyer
18
Aug
Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation Issues First License Under New Law Helping Military Spouses
TALLAHASSEE—It was announced on Aug. 6, 2010, that Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation issued the first license under a new law that helps military spouses get licensed to work in Florida. The new law, passed during the 2010 Legislative Session and sponsored by Representative Ritch Workman and Senator Mike Fasano, makes it easier for […]
12
Aug
2010/2011 Real Estate and Appraiser Instructor Seminars Announced by Florida’s Division of Real Estate
ORLANDO—In July, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Division of Real Estate announced the 2010/2011 Real Estate and Appraiser Instructor Seminars. The division will hold four one-day seminars in Miami, Clearwater, Orlando and Tallahassee. For the first time, the division is partnering with Florida Realtors® to hold an instructor seminar in conjunction with the Florida […]
3
Aug
Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine
Definitions including the occupation codes and class codes in the State of Florida, where applicable VL – A “limited-service veterinary medical practice” means offering or providing veterinary services at any location that has a primary purpose other than that of providing veterinary medical service at a permanent or mobile establishment permitted by the board; providing […]
3
Aug
Broward Sheriff’s Office and Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Arrest Unlicensed Contractor
Ft. Lauderdale—On July 9, 2010, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation and the Broward Sheriff’s Office arrested Steven Tyrone Roger (31) for unlicensed electrical contracting. Rogers, was working as Family Men Electric and Sunshine Electric Service, Inc., contracted for electrical work that requires a state license, collected a deposit, and failed to provide the […]
20
Jul
What is Chiropractic Medicine?
In an article on the Florida Board of Chiropractic Association’s website, the explanation is given that “chiropractic” is an approach to health care that relies on the body’s inherent and natural recuperative powers — a healing science that places emphasis on maintaining the structural integrity of the body — a method of healing treatment that […]
15
Jul
Licensed Veterinary Medicine in Florida
On Florida’s DBPR’s website they note that, Veterinary Medicine means diagnosing the medical condition of animals and prescribing, dispensing or administering drugs, medicine, or treatment of whatever nature for the prevention, cure or relief of a wound, fracture, bodily injury, or disease thereof; performing any manual procedure for the diagnosis of or treatment for pregnancy […]
15
Jul
Florida Cosmetology Services that Must Be Licensed
In the State of Florida, cosmetology includes services such as hair cutting, hair arranging, hair coloring, permanent waving, and hair relaxing for compensation. Examples of compensation are cash, goods, services, etc. It also includes performing hair removal, including wax treatments, manicures, pedicures, and skin care services. Except for shampooing and conditioning, if you are providing […]
13
Jul
Florida’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation Protects Consumers with Statewide Unlicensed Activity Operation
TALLAHASSEE—The last week of June, the Department of Business and Professional Regulation conducted its statewide unlicensed activity operation. Sweep and sting operations were held throughout Florida to protect consumers from the personal and financial harm that can result from hiring unlicensed individuals. DBPR partnered with local law enforcement agencies, building departments, and workers’ compensation representatives […]