Greenwich Nursing Home Issues Statement On Disciplined Doctor

GREENWICH, CT — Following news that its medical director was recently disciplined by the state, The Nathaniel Witherell nursing home has issued a statement to Patch about Dr. Francis X. Walsh.

In his private practice, Walsh was fined by the state Medical Examining Board after the group determined that he had prescribed high doses of opioids without proper justification in 2015 and 2016. His medical license was placed on probation for six months, and he has agreed to no longer prescribe controlled substances from his practice office.

Allen Brown, Executive Director at Witherell, stated that the nursing home stands behind Dr. Walsh but is making clear that the activities in question did not involve the facility.

"The health and safety of our residents is our first priority at The Nathaniel Witherell, and we maintain strict oversight of all medications prescribed," said Brown. "The sanction imposed for 2015-2016 relates to Dr. Walsh’s private practice, not his work at the Witherell. The Nathaniel Witherell has both a Pharmacy Consultant and a Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee that reviews all prescribed medications to ensure that our medical practices are consistent with industry standards.

"Dr. Walsh remains a trusted and valued member of our medical team, and is beloved by patients and families alike for the high-quality care he provides."

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