DECEMBER 14, 1999 - The Michigan Department of Consumer & Industry Services (CIS) has summarily suspended the registered nurse license of Patricia J. Martz for substance abuse. The CIS Bureau of Health Services orders a summary suspension when it believes the public’s health, safety and welfare warrant emergency action.

Martz was referred to the Health Professional Recovery Program (HPRP), a non-disciplinary monitoring program that supports recovery from substance abuse, chemical addiction and mental illness. Enacted legislatively five years ago, the HPRP encourages health professionals to address their problems before their impairment harms a patient or damages their careers.

Although Martz initially agreed to the requirements of the program, she was not successful at following the recommended treatment. The HPRP closed her file and returned it to the Department, which summarily suspended her license. An administrative hearing will be scheduled to address the status of Martz’s suspended nursing license.

Additional information about the HPRP is available by calling 1-800-453-3784.

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