Arkansas Doctor’s License Revoked After Shocking Office Acts
Physician David Diffine lost his license when the Arkansas State Medical Board recorded him on camera walking nude in his office during work hours and engaging in inappropriate behavior in the presence of female staff.
The board determined that his actions were in violation of the Medical Practices Act and consequently suspended his license for a period of five years.
The choice was finalized following an inquiry, which involved examining videos that purportedly depicted the events and listening to accounts from Diffine, ex-staff members, and associates.
One video allegedly showed him naked in the hallway between patient rooms and then in the receptionist’s area performing a sexual act on an employee who was also his patient.
Another video showed him walking throughout the clinic naked. The clinic immediately suspended the physician and launched an investigation into the allegations.
Patients expressed shock and concern over the physician’s unprofessional conduct. The state medical board is expected to review the case and determine appropriate disciplinary action.
A healthcare provider who examined the video footage indicated that Diffine’s behavior hinted at a possible sexual compulsive disorder or paraphilia, leading to worries about his capacity to practice medicine safely.
Diffine identified as a naturist and told investigators that he opposed shaming or stigmatizing nudity. He claimed to have no knowledge of the video in question.
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