In a decision by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Dr. Michael W. Carlton's Certificate of Registration was revoked due to inappropriate prescribing practices. The DEA found that Dr. Carlton issued 40 prescriptions for controlled substances without establishing a proper doctor-patient relationship and without conducting necessary physical exams, which violated federal and Arizona state laws. Dr. Carlton argued that his practice was standard at the outpatient treatment center where he worked, but the DEA's investigation and expert testimony showed that his actions fell below the standard of care. Consequently, the revocation was seen as necessary to protect public interest.
Simple Explanation
Dr. Michael W. Carlton got in trouble because he gave people medicine without checking them properly like doctors are supposed to, and this was not allowed by the rules. So, the big boss of medicine rules took away his permission to give out medicine to keep everyone safe.