BLYTHEVILLE, Ark. — The Arkansas State Medical Board revoked the license of a Blytheville physician after allegations of sexual contact and relationship were brought against the doctor on Friday, Aug. 8.
The Arkansas State Medical Board issued an emergency order of suspension charging Dr. David Diffine with violations of the Medical Practices Act and Board Regulations on Oct. 14, 2024. Diffine engaged “in sexual contact, sexual relations, or romantic relationship with a patient,” according to the order.
The Board first received a complaint on July 17, 2024, which said Diffine engaged in sexual contact with his staff, who were also his patients. The order goes on further to state that Diffine sexually harassed these same individuals. The complaint was accompanied by a video showing Diff