What constitutes unprofessional conduct according to the board?

Unprofessional conduct according to the board encompasses a range of actions that violate the standards of practice expected of licensed professionals. Conviction of a misdemeanor or felony is considered unprofessional conduct because it reflects negatively on the practitioner's integrity and ability to provide care responsibly. This provision is in place to safeguard the public and maintain trust in the chiropractic profession. The conviction can impact a chiropractor's license to practice, as it suggests a failure to uphold the legal and ethical standards necessary for the profession.

Other actions, while they may be relevant to operational or ethical concerns, do not inherently fall under the same umbrella of unprofessional conduct from a legal standpoint as a conviction. For instance, unlicensed practice of chiropractic is against the law, but the focus here is on actions that create a lack of professionalism rather than mere legality. Refusing to take insurance is a matter of business practice rather than conduct, and using social media for marketing is typically permissible when done ethically and within the guidelines set by the board. Therefore, a conviction significantly undermines the principles of professional conduct expected from those in the healthcare field, justifying its classification as unprofessional conduct.