An Ohio dentist has had his anesthesia permit permanently revoked and his license suspended indefinitely following the death of a patient in 2023, WOIO reported March 5.
Matthew Miller, 48, visited Visage Surgical Institute in Medina, Ohio, in August 2023 for tooth extractions. He stopped breathing during the procedure and was taken to a local hospital, where he died four days later.
The state dental board determined that Faisal Quereshy, MD, DDS, failed to address Mr. Miller’s sleep apnea and have him medically cleared before the procedure. The board also found that Dr. Quereshy changed Mr. Miller’s anesthesia records after the surgery.
In addition to Dr. Quereshy’s anesthesia license being revoked, his license has been suspended for a minimum of 90 days and he must remain on probation for a minimum of five years. He must also complete training on sleep apnea, ethics and record keeping.
Dr. Quereshy has the right to appeal these actions, WOIO reported.
