According
to chapter 29, sections 54.1 – 2903 of the Virginia code, an individual who
practices medicine has to publicly engage in the discipline; utilizing titles
like doctor before their names or any other captions related to the profession
(Law, 2017). However, healing specialists, who wish to advertise their services,
need to be specific with their initials; for example, a dentist cannot simply publicize
their services as Dr. Xavier. Dr. Xavier is a vague representation of what the
specialist does and likewise, it is prohibited by the Virginia code. Instead,
the healing specialist should be more specific: Dr. Xavier, D.M.D. Because
sections 54.1 – 2903 highlight what makes up a medical practice, it only
contains one cite which acts as a guide for practicing doctors.
The
other law contained in this section asserts authority through the signing of
medical related documents. Anyone who signs another person’s medical documents
(for example, death or birth certificates and prescriptions) acts within their
professional authority and such documents can be used as proof for practicing
medicine. The only limitation to this rule arises when it is a requirement for
a non-medical staff to sign the documents – in this case, the signed papers
cannot be used to explain what constitutes a medical practice.
In
conclusion, Chapter 29, sections 54.1 – 2903 of the Virginia code explains the
guidelines for the practice of medicine within the state. According to the law,
any practicing doctor must use initials like Dr. to show their clients that
they belong to the profession. Additionally, since there are different types of
doctors, medical professional have to indicate their area of specialty on their
names. Another proof of practice is the signing of medical documents by the
doctor in charge. Without these laws, healthcare would be in total anarchy –
the Virginia code gives direction to medical professionals within the
state.
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