The Washington State Medical Commission charged Dr. Michael Turner – a Stanford and Harvard graduate – with unprofessional conduct after he prescribed ivermectin to an older telehealth patient. Should licensed physicians be allowed to prescribe medications for off-label uses without fear of punishment from medical boards? Dr. Turner is now part of a lawsuit seeking to have the Medical Commission’s proceedings against himself and three other doctors halted.
Dr. Michael Turner is a board-certified physician in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. He’s a graduate of Stanford University and received his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He completed his internship and residency at the Mayo Clinic. Follow him at https://drturner.substack.com and https://michaelturnermd.com.
