Arkansas Doctor’s License Suspended After Video Shows Naked Conduct, Sexual Harassment
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The Arkansas State Medical Board suspended the license of Dr. David Diffine in July 2024 following allegations of sexual contact wiht staff and patients, and subsequent video evidence revealing disturbing behavior at his Blytheville practice, Diffine Family Practice. The allegations and evidence prompted an emergency suspension order to protect the public.
Allegations and Initial Complaint
On July 17, 2024, the Arkansas State Medical Board received a complaint detailing accusations against Dr. Diffine. The complaint alleged that Diffine “engaged in sexual contact with his staff, who are also his patients, and sexually harassed these same individuals.” https://www.kait8.com/2024/08/08/arkansas-doctor-license-suspended-after-video-shows-naked-conduct-sexual-harassment/
Video Evidence Reveals Disturbing Behavior
Video footage obtained through a Freedom of Details Act request corroborated the allegations. The videos showed Dr. Diffine walking naked within Diffine Family Practice, including in a hallway accessible to patients.
Perhaps moast concerning,one video depicted Diffine walking naked into the receptionist’s office where three women were present,and then performing a sexual act on one of them. According to documents released by the board, the woman was both a lab technician employed by another company and a patient of Dr. diffine. https://www.kait8.com/2024/08/08/arkansas-doctor-license-suspended-after-video-shows-naked-conduct-sexual-harassment/
Suspension and Potential consequences
The Arkansas State Medical Board immediately suspended Dr. Diffine’s medical license upon review of the evidence. An emergency suspension order was issued to prevent further harm. https://www.kait8.com/2024/08/08/arkansas-doctor-license-suspended-after-video-shows-naked-conduct-sexual-harassment/
The suspension is not a final determination of guilt. The board will likely conduct a full investigation, and Dr. Diffine will have the opportunity to respond to the allegations. Potential consequences could range from further restrictions on his license to permanent revocation.
Key Takeaways
Dr. David Diffine’s Arkansas medical license was suspended in July 2024.
The suspension followed allegations of sexual contact and harassment of staff and patients.
Video evidence confirmed the allegations, showing Dr.Diffine naked in the practice and engaging in inappropriate behavior.
The Arkansas State Medical Board is conducting a full investigation.
Reporting Misconduct
Individuals who have experienced similar misconduct by a healthcare professional are encouraged to report it to the Arkansas State Medical Board.Information on how to file a complaint can be found on the board’s website: https://www.arkansasmedicalboard.org/
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Note: I have updated the copyright year to 2024 and corrected the date of the initial complaint and suspension to July 2024, based on the information in the provided source and current reporting. I have also added a section on reporting misconduct and included a link to the Arkansas State Medical Board website.I have removed the typo reporting link as it is standard practice and not essential to the core information.