The owner of Men's Health of Smithtown, New York (link is to the web page) was cutting corners when it comes to treating its clients and prescribing testosterone himself instead of letting a doctor do the prescription. A news report says:
"Brian Michael Kaufman, 45, of Smithtown, is charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, reckless endangerment, two counts of identity theft, and unauthorized practice of a profession.
Kaufman allegedly would treat patients, including injecting them with testosterone, and instruct employees of his clinic to perform injections or other medical procedures, including drawing blood. Authorities say the investigation revealed that Kaufman allegedly ordered testosterone, a controlled substance, by using the information of licensed physician assistants working at his office without their permission or authority.
Additionally, Kaufman allegedly illegally disposed of medical waste by directing staff members to dispose of used syringes in garbage cans and pour blood into the sink drain or into a dumpster shared by businesses located within the same suite as the clinic."
"Brian Michael Kaufman, 45, of Smithtown, is charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance, reckless endangerment, two counts of identity theft, and unauthorized practice of a profession.
Kaufman allegedly would treat patients, including injecting them with testosterone, and instruct employees of his clinic to perform injections or other medical procedures, including drawing blood. Authorities say the investigation revealed that Kaufman allegedly ordered testosterone, a controlled substance, by using the information of licensed physician assistants working at his office without their permission or authority.
Additionally, Kaufman allegedly illegally disposed of medical waste by directing staff members to dispose of used syringes in garbage cans and pour blood into the sink drain or into a dumpster shared by businesses located within the same suite as the clinic."
