Mississippi Medical Board Approves Three-Month Suspension for Dr. Ellis Olsen

The Mississippi Board of Medical Licensure took a significant step during its July 2025 meeting by approving a consent order for Dr. Ellis Olson, who faced serious charges related to telemedicine practices. The board addressed allegations that Dr. Olson failed to establish a legitimate physician-patient relationship and did not perform necessary lab tests during a telemedicine consultation with an adolescent patient.

The case dates back to December 2024, when Dr. Olson was charged for not directly communicating with the patient and relying solely on information from the patient's mother. He prescribed medication without conducting any required tests, raising concerns about the adequacy of his telemedicine practices.

After lengthy negotiations, Dr. Olson agreed to a three-month active suspension of his medical license, effective upon the board's acceptance of the consent order. Notably, Dr. Olson allowed his medical license to expire on June 30, 2024, and has indicated he does not plan to renew it. However, the board emphasized that disciplinary actions cannot be avoided due to non-renewal of a license for actions taken while it was active.

The consent order also mandates that Dr. Olson complete continuing medical education (CME) in medical ethics, underscoring the board's commitment to upholding standards in medical practice. The board's decision reflects its ongoing efforts to ensure patient safety and accountability in telemedicine.