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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Any individual whose license or authority to practice derives from the provisions of this article shall be prohibited from:
1. prescribing or administering drugs as defined in this chapter as a treatment, therapy, or professional service in the practice of his or her profession; or
2. using invasive procedures as a treatment, therapy, or professional service in the practice of his or her profession. For purposes of this subdivision, “invasive procedure” means any procedure in which human tissue is cut, altered, or otherwise infiltrated by mechanical or other means. Invasive procedure includes surgery, lasers, ionizing radiation, therapeutic ultrasound, or electroconvulsive therapy.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Education Law - EDN § 7606. Prohibitions - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/education-law/edn-sect-7606/
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