NORMAN J CLEMENT RPH., DDS, NORMAN L. CLEMENT PHARM-TECH, MALACHI F. MACKANDAL PHARMD, BELINDA BROWN-PARKER, IN THE SPIRIT OF JOSEPH SOLVO ESQ., INC.T. SPIRIT OF REV. IN THE SPIRIT OF WALTER R. CLEMENT BS., MS, MBA. HARVEY JENKINS MD, PH.D., IN THE SPIRIT OF C.T. VIVIAN, JELANI ZIMBABWE CLEMENT, BS., MBA., IN THE SPIRIT OF THE HON. PATRICE LUMUMBA, IN THE SPIRIT OF ERLIN CLEMENT SR., EVELYN J. CLEMENT, WALTER F. WRENN III., MD., JULIE KILLINGSWORTH, RENEE BLARE, RPH, DR. TERENCE SASAKI, MD LESLY POMPY MD., CHRISTOPHER RUSSO, MD., NANCY SEEFELDT, WILLIE GUINYARD BS., JOSEPH WEBSTER MD., MBA, BEVERLY C. PRINCE MD., FACS., NEIL ARNAND, MD., RICHARD KAUL, MD., IN THE SPIRIT OF LEROY BAYLOR, JAY K. JOSHI MD., MBA, AISHA GARDNER, ADRIENNE EDMUNDSON, ESTER HYATT PH.D., WALTER L. SMITH BS., IN THE SPIRIT OF BRAHM FISHER ESQ., MICHELE ALEXANDER MD., CUDJOE WILDING BS, MARTIN NJOKU, BS., RPH., IN THE SPIRIT OF DEBRA LYNN SHEPHERD, BERES E. MUSCHETT, STRATEGIC ADVISORS

FEDERAL DEATH SENTENCES WERE COMMUTED, AND A REQUEST TO EXTEND PARDONS TO MEDICAL PROVIDERS

December 23, 2024, President Biden announced that he is commuting the sentences of 37 individuals on federal death row. Those individuals will have their sentences reclassified from execution to life without the possibility of parole.

President Biden has dedicated his career to reducing violent crime and ensuring a fair and effective justice system. He believes that America must stop the use of the death penalty at the federal level, except in cases of terrorism and hate-motivated mass murder – which is why today’s actions apply to all but those cases.

When President Biden came into office, his Administration imposed a moratorium on federal executions, and his actions today will prevent the next Administration from carrying out the execution sentences that would not be handed down under current policy and practice.

In a statement, Biden said he was “more convinced than ever that we must stop the use of the death penalty at the federal level”.

PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN GIVE A FULL PARDON TO DR. PAUL VOLKMAN, MD et al.,

“… MORE TIME THAN EL-CHAPO…” 

SUMMARY

Dr. Paul Volkman, a highly qualified physician, details his wrongful conviction and lengthy imprisonment for allegedly overprescribing pain medication.

He argues his actions complied with medical standards and that the prosecution was flawed, citing Supreme Court cases that support his claim of innocence.

Volkman also exposes the inhumane conditions and inadequate medical care within the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP), using several case studies to illustrate systemic failures.

He contends the FBOP’s actions constitute cruel and unusual punishment and advocates for prison reform. His narrative uses the metaphor of a “Potemkin village” to describe the deceptive façade of the American justice system regarding its approach to the opioid crisis and the treatment of incarcerated individuals.

PAUL VOLKMAN, MD, PHD., is unequivocally innocent. Volkman is an “accomplished, experienced, competent physician working in a rural, under-served area who was trying to help manage his patients’ pain.

“…FEDERAL INMATE VOLKMAN PAUL H (19519424) MEDICAL DOCTOR, PH.D., BOARD CERTIFIED EMERGENCY MEDICINE, PAIN MANAGEMENT FELLOWSHIP TRAIN, 4 LIFE TERMS MORE-TIME THAN EL-CHAPO…” 

” I am a 76-year-old MD (The University of Chicago, 1974) with a Ph.D. in Pharmacology and Toxicology (The University of Chicago, 1972), board certified in Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Pain Management, and Fellowship Trained in Clinical Pharmacology (The University of Chicago, 1975-77). 

I have been in federal prison for 12 years for purportedly issuing controlled substance prescriptions to my pain patients “without a legitimate medical purpose.” The Supreme Court cases of Drs. Xiulu Ruan and Shakeel Khan overturned my convictions, and I will soon be released. I practiced Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, and Pain Management for 42 years and provided expert testimony in medical malpractice lawsuits for 15 years.

Undeterred, the 6th Circuit panel twisted the holdings of BURRAGE to mean that “but-for” really meant “contributory-to” and reimposed all of the sentences unchanged.  I appealed the ruling of the 6th Circuit back to the Scotus; certiorari was denied.  I filed a 2255 motion claiming eleven constitutional violations from the proceedings; the judge denied the motion in one sentence:

“The Court agrees with the Government’s argument.  Accordingly, the 2255 motion is DENIED.”  I appealed the denial to the 6th Circuit, which denied a Certificate of Appealability.  I appealed that denial to Scotus., which refused certiorari.

After 12 years in federal penitentiaries, there is now a ray of sunshine. 

On June 27, 2022, the Soctus decidedthe cases of Drs. Ruan and Khan ruled that the jury instruction was improper and vacated the convictions.  The jury instruction now required the government to prove criminal intent or mens rea, i.e…. that the doctors had INTENDED to violate the CSA, prescribing controlled substances beyond their authorization and without a legitimate medical purpose. 

This jury instruction is, in fact, the one that my judge rejected and in fact,specifically referenced in the 10th Circuit holding of Khan.  

It is more than clear that Ruan and Khan 9-0 now overturn my case, yet I am still sitting in a federal penitentiary. I have no record of an attorney and no money to hire one.

BACKGROUND

A Two-Part Series from Dr. Paul Volkman MD, Ph.D.,  See Part-1, here MD, The University of Chicago, 1974 Ph.D., Pharmacology and Toxicology, The University of Chicago, Medical Scientist Training Program, 1972 Fellowship, Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Prof. Leon Goldberg,

The University of Chicago, 1975-77 Board Certified, American Academy of Pediatrics, 1981, 1992 Board Certified, American Academy of Emergency Medicine, 1983, 1994 Board Certified, American Academy of Medical Pain Management, 2004 Expert testimony, medical malpractice lawsuits, 1985-2000 Clinical practice: Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, Pediatrics, Pain Management, 1975-2006

I was denied bail as a “flight risk;” as a Jew, I was assumed to be an Israeli citizen. This was untrue.  

“As soon as I began work at Tristate, the DEA immediately assumed that I was there to continue the “pill-mill” practices of others.  At a later DEA administrative hearing after my DEA certificate had been revoked, a DEA agent revealed that they had paid visits to all of the area pharmacists to tell them not to fill any of my prescriptions, on pain of losing their licenses and jailed.  Within a few weeks, my patients reported traveling to Cincinnati or Columbus to fill my prescriptions. 

I then decided to institute a dispensary in the clinic to provide the medicines I prescribed to my established patients, legal under Ohio law, as long as I was present. It was either that or quitting providing needed medical care.  Almost immediately, the DEA sent waves of undercover agents to Tristate to make “controlled buys”, but my nurses spotted them and sent them all away empty-handed despite their handfuls of cash.  

Next, agents were sent in with fake medical records;they were all sent away until the supposed treating doctors verified the records and the patients.  They set up surveillance to document the expected hundreds of customers from surrounding states daily; only 20 to 25 patients arrived daily.

FAQ about Dr. Paul Volkman’s Case and Prison Conditions

1. Who is Dr. Paul Volkman and why is he in prison?

Dr. Paul Volkman is a highly qualified physician with board certifications in Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Pain Management. He was sentenced to four life terms in federal prison for allegedly prescribing controlled substances to his pain patients “without a legitimate medical purpose.” However, he maintains his innocence and argues that he strictly followed the Ohio Intractable Pain Treatment Act and provided his patients with legitimate pain management care.

2. What legal developments have impacted Dr. Volkman’s case?

Recent Supreme Court rulings in the cases of Drs. Xiulu Ruan and Shakeel Khan, which mandated proof of criminal intent for convictions under the Controlled Substances Act, directly apply to Dr. Volkman’s case. These rulings, along with the Gonzalez v. Oregon decision, which affirmed the right of states to regulate medical practices involving controlled substances, strongly suggest that his convictions should be overturned.

3. What are Dr. Volkman’s main criticisms of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (FBOP)?

Dr. Volkman describes the FBOP as a “Potemkin Village” – presenting a facade of rehabilitation and care while engaging in systematic abuse and neglect of inmates, particularly those with serious medical needs. He alleges that medical care within the FBOP is severely inadequate, often amounting to deliberate indifference and contributing to the suffering and even death of inmates.

4. What specific examples does Dr. Volkman provide to support his claims about the FBOP?

Dr. Volkman details the cases of three inmates: RG, a kidney transplant recipient denied proper care and treatment for shingles and kidney failure; WH, a heart patient subjected to physical abuse and denial of necessary medical interventions, resulting in further heart attacks; and JC, an HIV-positive individual with progressing liver failure who only receives occasional fluid drainage but no other treatment. He argues these cases exemplify the FBOP’s disregard for the health and well-being of inmates.

5. How does Dr. Volkman compare the FBOP to Nazi concentration camps?

Dr. Volkman draws a parallel between the FBOP and Nazi concentration camps like Dachau and Auschwitz, alleging that both systems employed “Potemkin Villages” to conceal their true nature. He argues that the FBOP, like those camps, operates with a hidden agenda of eliminating undesirable members of society through neglect and mistreatment rather than genuine rehabilitation.

6. What are Dr. Volkman’s criticisms of the DEA’s handling of his case?

Dr. Volkman claims the DEA engaged in a targeted campaign against him, assuming his guilt from the outset and actively working to prevent him from practicing medicine. He cites instances of the DEA pressuring pharmacists to refuse his prescriptions, sending undercover agents to his clinic, and relying on the testimony of coerced former patients during his trial.

7. What does Dr. Volkman mean by “The War on Drugs is a War on Doctors”?

Dr. Volkman argues that the “War on Drugs” has resulted in the unjust prosecution of physicians who are simply trying to provide appropriate pain management for their patients. He believes that fear of DEA scrutiny and prosecution has led to widespread under-treatment of pain and suffering, with doctors choosing to avoid prescribing necessary medications to avoid legal repercussions.

8. What is Dr. Volkman’s call to action?

Dr. Volkman urges public awareness and action to expose the inhumane conditions within the FBOP and advocate for its reform. He calls for investigative reporting, congressional hearings, and legislative action to address the alleged abuse, neglect, and inadequate medical care within the federal prison system. He also seeks legal assistance to overturn his convictions based on the recent Supreme Court rulings. 

PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN PARDON AMERICAN HEROE DR. L. JOSEPH PARKER. HE IS A PHYSICIAN, NOT A STREET DRUG DEALER

Dr. Parker’s work at Advanced Research Concepts LLC is about advancing technology and inspiring a new generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.

His contributions to the field are a testament to his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of what is possible and ensuring that humanity’s reach extends beyond our planet. 

However, his life took a dramatic turn when he was accused and later convicted of possessing illegal materials, despite maintaining that he had cooperated with the FBI to report the issue.  Dr. Parker’s brilliance and dedication to his patients made him a pillar in the community.

However, his decision to prescribe medications to patients in need, albeit in high volumes, caught the attention of the DEA, setting off a series of events that would culminate in his prosecution and imprisonment.

The DOJ’s Artificial Intelligence “AI” Data Analytics Team, a cutting-edge unit designed to tackle complex cases, played a pivotal role in Dr. Parker’s downfall.

The team utilized advanced AI tools to analyze vast amounts of prescription data, which revealed that Dr. Parker had prescribed approximately 1.2 million dosage units of opiates, including oxycodone and hydrocodone, to around 1,500 patients over two years.

Additionally, he prescribed 16 gallons of promethazine with codeine cough syrup to 30 patients. These prescriptions were flagged as highly unusual and excessive, leading to his indictment on charges of distributing controlled substances without a legitimate medical purpose.

The DOJ claimed that Dr. Parker’s actions constituted a “pill mill” operation, a term used to describe clinics that prescribe controlled substances inappropriately.

In 2022, Dr. Parker was found guilty and was sentenced to 87 months in federal prison, a decision that has sparked outrage and comparisons to historical injustices.  The DOJ’s triumph over Dr. Parker has been hailed as a significant achievement in the ongoing “U.S. War on Patients and Doctors,” a campaign reminiscent of the federal government’s crackdown on Native American populations during the 19th century.

The Wounded Knee Massacre, which saw the brutal killing of nearly 300 Lakota people by U.S. soldiers, serves as a haunting reminder of the government’s historical tendency to suppress and control marginalized groups, often under the guise of law enforcement.

MR. JOE BIDEN PRESIDENT PARDON DR. MICHAEL JONES, MD CARDIOLOGIST

MICHAEL B. JONES, MD, was released 12/17/2021 to a Halfway House near New Orleans. 

GLORY BE TO GOD

Pardon for Dr. Jones

CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE CARDIOLOGY 25+ YEARS EXPERIENCE  FacebookTwitterLinkedin

Dr. Michael B Jones, MD specializes in cardiovascular disease cardiology in New Orleans, LA, and has over 25 years of experience in the field of medicine must receive a Presidential Full Pardon. He graduated from Medical College Of Georgia with his medical degree in 1996.

He is affiliated with numerous hospitals in Louisiana and beyond, including Touro Infirmary. Dr. Michael B. Jones is licensed to practice by the state board in Louisiana (13825R). He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and the National Medical Association.

Dr. Michael B Jones also practices at 3405 Saint Claude Avenue, New Orleans, LA. He accepts new patients at his medical office and is available for appointments, preventative care, medical care, and ongoing patient care.

KATHERINE HAYHOE, A CLIMATE CHANGE SCIENTIST:

“THE WORLD HAS ALWAYS CHANGED WHEN ORDINARY PEOPLE OF NO PARTICULAR POWER OR REPUTE SPOKE OUT “

On November 1, 2021, I was on the phone with Michael Jones, MD., when he asked me to hold on. Suddenly, I heard a voice asking him for his date of birth. Then the voice succinctly stated, “You have been assigned to my facility. Do you have anything in your coat or pocket?” 

Briefing Doc: The Case of Dr. Michael B. Jones, MD

Main Theme: This document presents the case of Dr. Michael B. Jones, MD, a cardiologist who was convicted of healthcare fraud and is arguing for a Presidential pardon based on the recent Supreme Court ruling in the Ruan-Khan case.

Important Facts and Ideas:

• Dr. Jones’ Background: Dr. Jones is a board-certified cardiologist with over 25 years of experience. He graduated from the Medical College of Georgia in 1996 and practices in New Orleans, LA. He is affiliated with Touro Infirmary and other hospitals in Louisiana.
• Conviction and Imprisonment: Dr. Jones was convicted of healthcare fraud and sentenced to 36 months. The author of the source believes this was an unjust sentence stemming from racial bias, referring to it as “Practicing Medicine While Black.”
• The Ruan-Khan Case: The Supreme Court unanimously ruled in the Ruan-Khan case on June 22, 2022. This ruling changed the interpretation of the law regarding “knowingly” prescribing controlled substances. The source claims this ruling overturns Dr. Jones’ conviction.
• Seeking a Presidential Pardon: The author advocates for a presidential pardon for Dr. Jones to remove his name from the National Practitioners Data Bank and allow him to continue practicing medicine.
• Support from Katherine Hayhoe: The source quotes climate change scientist Katherine Hayhoe: “The world has always changed when ordinary people of no particular power or repute spoke out.” This quote inspires action and support for Dr. Jones’ case.
• Allegation of False Accusation: The source mentions that Dr. Raj Bothra, MD, was falsely accused and received a pardon from President Biden. This is presented as a precedent for Dr. Jones’ case.
• Incident on November 1, 2021: The source describes an incident where Dr. Jones was seemingly detained while on the phone with the author. This incident is presented as evidence of the injustice he faces.

Key Quotes:

• “you have been assigned to my facility, do you have anything in your coat or pocket?” – Voice heard during Dr. Jones’ detention.
• “Practicing Medicine While Black.” – The source describes the reason for Dr. Jones’ conviction.
• “THE WORLD HAS ALWAYS CHANGED WHEN ORDINARY PEOPLE OF NO PARTICULAR POWER OR REPUTE SPOKE OUT “ – Katherine Hayhoe.

Uncertainties:

• Specifics of Dr. Jones’ conviction and the evidence against him are not provided.
• The connection between the Ruan-Khan case and the overturning of Dr. Jones’ conviction needs further clarification.
• The source provides limited information about the role of Dr. Raj Bothra and his pardon.

Next Steps:

• Further research is needed on the specifics of Dr. Jones’ conviction, the Ruan-Khan ruling, and legal precedents for presidential pardons in similar cases to understand the merits of his case fully.
• Legal experts should be consulted to assess the strength of Dr. Jones’ claim that the Ruan-Khan ruling overturns his conviction.
• A campaign advocating for Dr. Jones’ pardon could be launched, leveraging public support and raising awareness of his case.

Mike asks, “What facility do you represent? I have my stuff in my bag. Can I call my wife so she can pick it up? I don’t want any of my belongings missing.” I could also hear a voice saying something in the background, along with the sound of handcuff chains, and then the phone went silent. 

It clearly appeared Michael B. Jones MD., a Cardiologist, was being detained to serve out the rest of his unjust sentence of 36 months for healthcare fraud or for what we call it “Practicing Medicine While Black.”

SUPREME COURT UNANIMOUS RULING IN RUAN JUNE 22, 2022 OVERTURNS DR. DR. MICHAEL JONES, MD’s CONVICTION

It is morethan clear that Ruan and Khan 9-0 now overturn my case, yet I am still sitting in a federal penitentiary. I have no record of an attorney and no money to hire one.

SUMMARY

Dr. Michael B. Jones, a cardiologist with over 25 years of experience, was unjustly convicted of healthcare fraud. Evidence suggests racial bias played a role in his conviction, a claim supported by climate scientist Katherine Hayhoe’s observation about the power of ordinary people speaking out.

The Supreme Court unanimously overturned Dr. Jones’s conviction in Ruan v. Khan, but he remains imprisoned. The text details his credentials, affiliations, and the events leading to and following his wrongful imprisonment, emphasizing the need for a presidential pardon.

MR. PRESIDENT PARDON AND RELEASE DR. RANDY LAMARTINIERE, MD

of Baton Roque, La

Mr. President, Dr. Randy Lamartiniere, MD, must be PARDON. We argue that Dr. Randy Lamartiniere was unjustly convicted for prescribing FDA-approved medications, highlighting a federal judge’s disregard for a unanimous Supreme Court decision.

The articles contend that current opioid policies, based on flawed data and the misuse of the morphine milligram equivalent (MME), are ineffective and harm both patients and physicians.

They claim that the focus on prescription opioids ignores the role of illegal drugs in overdose deaths, leading to the criminalization of legitimate pain care and a miscarriage of justice.

The authors advocate for policy reform and an end to what they describe as a corrupt system targeting doctors and patients. Several legal experts are quoted to support these claims.

Briefing Doc: Dr. Randy Lamartiniere’s Conviction and the Opioid CRISIS SCAPEGOATING OF DOCTORS

Main Theme: This document argues that the conviction of Dr. Randy Lamartiniere for prescribing controlled substances is unjust, contradicts scientific evidence, and reflects a broader trend of scapegoating doctors for the opioid crisis.

It criticizes the government and DEA’s approach to opioid regulation, claiming their focus on prescription opioids ignores the shift to illicit fentanyl as the primary driver of overdose deaths.

Key Arguments:

1. Ignoring Supreme Court Precedent: Despite a unanimous Supreme Court decision (Ruan v. United States) stating that doctors cannot be charged for prescribing medications they are authorized to prescribe, Dr. Lamartiniere was convicted. The author argues that Judge Brian Jackson disregarded this ruling.

• Quote: “This Court must accept the decision of Ruan-Khan, decided 9-0 by the Supreme Court of The United States of America, and vacate the guilty verdict of Dr. Randy Lamartiniere, ‘SO SAY WE ALL.'” – Beau Brindley, defense attorney for Dr. Lamartiniere

1. Shifting Overdose Landscape: The author highlights that while reducing prescription opioids may have been effective in the past, it is now counterproductive. They cite research showing a negative correlation between prescription opioid availability and overdose deaths in recent years, attributing the current crisis to illicit fentanyl and not prescription opioids.

• Quote: “While drugs like oxycodone and hydrocodone were abused with deadly consequences… two decades ago this is no longer true. Now, street heroin, illicit acetyl-fentanyl, and its analogs, and illegal stimulants are the drivers of overdose deaths.” – Josh Bloom.

1. Flawed Metrics: The document criticizes the reliance on the Morphine Milligram Equivalent (MME) for opioid dosing, arguing it is an arbitrary measure that doesn’t account for individual patient needs and fails to consider the increased safety of prescribed opioids compared to illicit alternatives.

• Quote: “Perhaps where our opioid policies fail worst is the insistence that doctors and patients adhere to the 90 MME or less rule… Not only is the SCIENTIFIC origin of the 90 MME maximum daily dose mysterious but there is no evidence that it is anything more than an arbitrary number.” – Josh Bloom

1. Prosecutorial Overreach: The author accuses the DEA and prosecutors of misrepresenting the situation, fabricating a narrative of an “opioid epidemic” driven by doctors, and targeting physicians who appropriately treat their patients’ pain.

• Quote: “No more will mere negligence be morphed into drug trafficking by federal prosecutors who want to appear to be fighting the opiate crisis while actually punishing chronic pain patients who need their doctors.” – Beau Brindley

1. Patient Suffering: The document emphasizes the suffering of chronic pain patients who are being denied adequate pain management due to restrictive opioid policies, leading to decreased quality of life and potential for untreated pain.

• Quote: “We need an act of congress. Obviously, the Ruan decision has done nothing to stop the DEA it, CDC…. Stop the suffering, we hv constitutional rights, and they are being abused…” – Susanseidmangarcia @ gmail.com

Judicial Corruption & Dr. Lamartiniere’s Imprisonment

Call to Action: The document calls for a reassessment of current opioid policies and pardoning Dr.Randy Lamartinere, MD., recognition of the real drivers of the overdose crisis, and an end to the persecution of doctors who are legitimately practicing medicine. It urges readers to advocate for patients and push for policy changes that prioritize pain management and public health.

Summary On Need for Presidential pardonS

These sources argue that Dr. Randy Lamartiniere was unjustly convicted for prescribing FDA-approved medications, highlighting a federal judge’s disregard for a unanimous Supreme Court decision.

The articles contend that current opioid policies, based on flawed data and the misuse of the morphine milligram equivalent (MME), are ineffective and harm both patients and physicians.

They claim that the focus on prescription opioids ignores the role of illegal drugs in overdose deaths, leading to the criminalization of legitimate pain care and a miscarriage of justice.

These authors advocate for policy reform and an end to what they describe as a corrupt system targeting doctors and patients. Several legal experts are quoted to support these claims.

PRESIDENT JOE BIDEN GRANT A FULL PARDON TO JESSICA SPAYD, ANP, OF ALASKA, A WRONGFUL SENTENCE OF 30 YEARS PRISON IN FAILED OPIOID “ABSURDITY” WAR AGAINST PATIENTS IN PAIN AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS

The presentation critiques the U.S. government’s “war on drugs,” focusing on the disproportionate targeting and harsh sentencing of healthcare providers accused of overprescribing opioids. We request President Biden Pardon Nurse Practioner Jessica Spayd.

This text further highlights numerous cases of doctors receiving lengthy prison sentences, arguing that these prosecutions are unjust and driven by flawed policies rather than genuine concern for public health.

• Jessica Spayd, ANP: Sentenced to 30 years in prison for prescribing controlled substances, highlighting the harsh penalties faced by healthcare providers.
• Dr. Xiulu Ruan: A highly qualified pain management specialist sentenced to 25 years in prison, showcasing the targeting of even experienced physicians.
• Dr. Donald Hyungjoon Kim, M.D.: Case in Oklahoma where charges were dropped due to the Supreme Court ruling in Ruan v. United States, demonstrating the potential for legal victories but the lack of widespread exoneration for unjustly convicted doctors.
• Ruan v. United States: Supreme Court ruling (9-0) that restricts prosecutors from charging doctors simply for deviating from “accepted standards”, offering some legal protection for physicians.

The authors advocate for the release of imprisoned healthcare professionals, systemic changes to drug policy, and a focus on addiction treatment over criminalization.

Main Themes:

1. The War on Drugs and Its Failure: The source criticizes the “War on Drugs” as a failed strategy that has shifted focus from drug cartels and street dealers to pharmaceutical companies and healthcare providers. This shift, it argues, has led to the unjust criminalization of doctors who prescribe opioid medications for legitimate pain management purposes.
2. “Since the “War On Drugs” was a total failure, the government had to devise a new strategy to save their jobs.”
3. The Demonization of Healthcare Providers: The source highlights how doctors prescribing opioid medications are portrayed as “drug dealers” and subjected to aggressive prosecution based on flawed metrics like “overprescribing” and “red flags”. This, it argues, is driven by law enforcement agencies seeking to justify their existence rather than address the root causes of the opioid crisis.
4. “Doctors who prescribed these medications were now portrayed as street drug dealers and distributors of this medication to the public. Finally, the government had a new target to use in its failed “war on drugs.”
5. The Suffering of Chronic Pain Patients: The source emphasizes the devastating consequences for patients with chronic pain who are denied access to essential medications. It highlights cases of patients forced to turn to the streets for relief, leading to overdoses and death, while others have resorted to suicide due to unbearable suffering.
6. “Chronic pain patients denied their life-saving medication went to the streets for relief, overdosed, and died. Other chronic pain patients committed suicide. These events were ignored.”
7. The Need for Systemic Reform: The source calls for a complete overhaul of the current system, advocating for drug legalization, decriminalization of healthcare, and a shift in focus towards addiction treatment and harm reduction. It proposes transferring control of prescribing authority from the DEA to the Surgeon General and FDA.
8. “You start by establishing goals. Mine are to legalize drugs and decriminalize the health care system. We must recognize that you can’t prevent addiction.”

The narrative incorporates the personal stories of affected doctors and calls for President Biden to pardon those unjustly convicted. This is an abusive and ineffective system.

FAQ: Criminalization of Healthcare Providers in the “War on Drugs”

1. What is the main argument presented in these sources?

The sources argue that the “War on Drugs” has unjustly targeted healthcare providers, criminalizing them for prescribing pain medication. This approach has failed to address the root causes of the opioid epidemic while causing harm to patients in need of pain management.

2. How has the government’s approach to the opioid epidemic shifted?

Initially, the government focused on drug cartels and street dealers. However, they shifted their focus to pharmaceutical companies and physicians, blaming them for the overprescription of opioids.

3. What is the significance of the Ruan vs. United States Supreme Court ruling?

This ruling, which was decided 9-0, determined that physicians cannot be criminally charged for prescribing controlled medications they are authorized to prescribe. This was a major victory for healthcare providers, but the sources argue that the government has been slow to exonerate falsely accused providers.

4. What are some examples of healthcare providers who have been negatively impacted by this approach?

The sources highlight several cases, including:

• Jessica Spayd: An Alaskan nurse practitioner sentenced to 30 years for distributing controlled substances.
• Xiulu Ruan: et al., A pain management specialist sentenced to 25 years in prison.
• Terence Sasaki: A neurologist convicted of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances.
• Linda Cheek: Founder of Doctors of Courage, sentenced to 2 years in prison.
• Howard Adelglass, MD 12 years in Prison
• Neil Anand, MD facing trial in Philadelphia, PA
• Dr. Freddy Williams, MD Deceased
• Norman J Clement RPh. DDS remove his name from National Practitioners Data Bank (never Charged and IRS Back taxes he has worked extensively with Congresswoman Kathy Castor who has worked diligently to correct the wrongs of the IRS wrongly who took $280k from me and further DOE to refund 30k immediately it force attached wrongly took from my S.S in student loans repayments I did not owe because of previously declared bankruptcy legally in 1992 and student loans were not exempt from Chap-7 at that time period
• Pardon Dr.Clarence Verdell, MD
• Full Pardon to Jay Joshi, MD
• Full Pardon to Shiva Akula, MD
• Full Pardon to Pharmacist Abiodun Fabode Olufemi, RPh, and No deportation to Nigeria (56756039)
• Full mPardon to Anita Jackson, MD
• PARDON BARBARA MARINO, MD
• Pardon Morris Brown, MD
• Pardon Dr. Arnold Feldman, MD
• Pardon Rich Fertil, PharmD
• Pardon David Stein, MD
• Pardon Dr. Howard Adelglass, MD (18069509)
• Pardon Beverly Prince, MD
• Pardon Victor OBI, RPh.,
• Pardon Richard Kaul, MD
• Pardon and restore AAron Howard, Pharma
• Pardon Bhaakar Savanni DDS and his entire Family and Staff
• Pardon and Exonerate Frederick Gooding, MD
• Pardon Christopher Elder, MD
• Pardon Dr. Zahid Imran, MD
• Pardon Basharani Pakparnavan, MD
• Pardon Guvan Usan, MD
• pardon Michelle Clark RPh
• Pardon Dr. Abby Akin, MD
• Pardon Ashok Jain, MD
• Pardon Keith Shulman, MD
• Pardon Kenneth Nave, MD
• Pardon Elvirs Chiccarelli, DDS
• Pardon Clinton Battle, MD

5. What role has the DEA played in this issue?

The sources criticize the DEA for its aggressive tactics in targeting healthcare providers, arguing that they have contributed to the overzealous prosecution of doctors and have hampered access to necessary pain medication.

6. What are the proposed solutions to address the opioid crisis and protect healthcare providers?

The sources advocate for the following:

• Legalizing drugs and decriminalizing the healthcare system.
• Providing lifelong treatment with adequate doses of medications like Suboxone and Sublacade.
• Removing the DEA and DOJ from treatment matters and placing control substance registration under the US Surgeon General and FDA.
• Releasing and restoring the licenses of incarcerated healthcare providers.

7. What is the significance of the story about the bison doctor?

This story, told by Dr. Mark Ibsen, highlights the dedication of healthcare providers and the moral conflict they face when patients are unable to pay for their services. It emphasizes the importance of the doctor-patient relationship and the physician’s duty to help those in need, regardless of financial constraints.

8. What is the overall message of these sources?

We call upon President Biden to Pardon all these Physician and Healthcare Providers call for an end to the failed “War on Drugs” and a shift in focus towards harm reduction and compassionate care for those struggling with addiction. They emphasize the need to protect healthcare providers from unjust prosecution and allow them to effectively treat patients without fear of criminalization.

Timeline of Events

This timeline is based on the provided text, which primarily focuses on the prosecution of healthcare providers for prescribing practices related to opioid medications. Due to the nature of the text, specific dates for many events are not available.

Early Period (Undated)

• The “War on Drugs” Begins: Initially focusing on drug cartels and street dealers, the War on Drugs fails to curb the rise in drug abuse and overdose deaths in the United States.
• Shift in Focus: With the War on Drugs deemed a failure, the government shifts its focus to pharmaceutical companies and physicians, blaming them for the opioid epidemic.
• CDC Report: In 2015, the CDC publishes a report on fentanyl overdose deaths, failing to distinguish between illicit and prescription fentanyl. Pharmaceutical companies are accused of supplying fentanyl responsible for overdose deaths.

Escalation of Prosecution (Undated)

• Criminalization of Healthcare Providers: Doctors prescribing opioids are portrayed as drug dealers, and the Controlled Substances Act is used to bring criminal charges against them. The text highlights several doctors who faced legal action, including:
• Dr. Xiulu Ruan: Sentenced to 25 years in prison.
• Dr. Christopher Russo: Indicted on five counts of healthcare fraud but found not guilty.
• Dr. Terence Sasaki: Convicted of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and launder money.
• Dr. Linda Cheek: Sentenced to 2 years in prison.
• Dr. Freddy Williams: Died in prison in 2006 while serving a 40-year sentence.
• Dr. Vilasini Ganesh: Protested before reporting to prison to serve a 5-year sentence.
• Dr. Dahlia Kirkpatrick: Forced to plead guilty for her prescribing practices.
• Introduction of “Junk Science”: Law enforcement and prosecutors introduce terms like “over-prescribing,” “highly addictive,” “morphine milligram equivalent,” and “red flags,” which lack clinical foundation, to bolster their cases.
• Lawsuits Against Pharmaceutical Companies: Large law firms, using the Big Tobacco settlement model, file multi-million dollar lawsuits against pharmaceutical companies.

Turning Point (2022)

• Ruling in Favor of Pharmaceutical Companies: Judges in Santa Barbara, California, and Oklahoma rule that pharmaceutical companies are not responsible for the opioid epidemic.
• Supreme Court Decision (June 27, 2022): In a 9-0 decision in Ruan vs. the United States, the Supreme Court rules that physicians cannot be charged with a crime for prescribing controlled medications they are authorized to prescribe.
• Dr. Donald Hyungjoon Kim Case: Following the Supreme Court ruling, the government dismisses the indictment against Dr. Kim in Oklahoma.
• Formation of New Task Force (June 29, 2022): Despite the Supreme Court ruling, Deputy Attorney General Kevin A. Polite announces the formation of a new task force in New England targeting doctors accused of “overprescribing” opioid pain medications.

Current Situation (Undated)

• Jessica Spayd Case: Nurse practitioner Jessica Spayd is sentenced to 30 years in prison for charges related to the distribution of controlled substances, highlighting the continued prosecution of healthcare providers.
• Call for Action: The author, Dr. Walter F. Wrenn, calls for:
• Legalization of drugs and decriminalization of the healthcare system.
• Recognition that addiction cannot be prevented but requires lifelong treatment.
• Removal of the DEA and DOJ from matters concerning treatment.
• Release and reinstatement of healthcare providers unjustly imprisoned.
• President Biden to declare an end to the War on Drugs.

Cast of Characters

Healthcare Providers

• Jessica Spayd, ANP: An Alaskan nurse practitioner sentenced to 30 years in prison for charges related to the distribution of controlled substances.
• Dr. Xiulu Ruan: A pain management specialist sentenced to 25 years in prison. Holds a world record for the most medical board certifications.
• Dr. Christopher Russo: An anesthesiologist and pain medicine specialist who was indicted but found not guilty of healthcare fraud.
• Dr. Terence Sasaki: A neurologist convicted of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and money laundering.
• Dr. Linda Cheek: Founder of Doctors of Courage, sentenced to 2 years in prison for prescribing practices.
• Dr. Freddy Williams: A doctor who died in prison in 2006 while serving a 40-year sentence for drug-related charges.
• Dr. Vilasini Ganesh: A doctor who protested before reporting to prison to serve a 5-year sentence.
• Dr. Dahlia Kirkpatrick: A pediatric oncologist at Yale Medical who was forced to plead guilty for her prescribing practices.
• Dr. Donald Hyungjoon Kim: A doctor whose indictment was dismissed after the Supreme Court’s Ruan ruling.

Government Officials and Law Enforcement

• Deputy Attorney General Kevin A. Polite: Announced the formation of the New England Prescription Opioid Strike Force, targeting doctors accused of overprescribing opioids.
• U.S. District Judge Joshua M. Kindred: Presided over the Jessica Spayd case and sentenced her to 30 years in prison.

Other

• Dr. Walter F. Wrenn: Author of the provided text, advocating for the decriminalization of the healthcare system and an end to the War on Drugs.

Note: This list focuses on the principal people mentioned in the text. Other individuals and entities, such as pharmaceutical companies and law firms, are referenced but not named.

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