ALVARO H. DEVIA, M.D.
NOVEMBER 8, 2004
With regard to a July 4,
1999 occurrence, a complaint was filed against Dr. Devia alleging one count of failure to
use reasonable care, skill or knowledge ordinarily used under similar circumstances in
providing care or treatment to a patient, a violation of NRS 630.301(4).
JUNE 3, 2005
With regard to a July 4, 1999 occurrence, on June 3, 2005, the Nevada State Board of
Medical Examiners entered a Findings of Fact, Conclusions of Law Order whereby Dr. Devia was found guilty of failure to use the
reasonable care, skill or knowledge ordinarily used under similar circumstances in the
treatment of Patient A. Dr .Devia was ordered to pay $8,176.72 for administrative fees due
within ninety (90) days, and a $5,000.00 fine to be paid within six (6) months of the
Order dated 11 July 2005. Dr. Devia was also ordered to complete twenty (20) continuing
medical education to be submitted within one (1) year of the Order dated 11 July 2005.