Connecticut Department of Public Health presents evidence alleging podiatrist practiced while impaired; respondent denies charges

The Department of Public Health presented sealed investigative records and witness testimony on June 12, 2025, alleging that podiatrist Shane Reynolds abused cocaine and practiced while impaired during September 2024; Reynolds denied the charges on the record.

The department's attorney, Joelle Newton, told the hearing panel that the case centers on “respondent’s use and abuse of cocaine” and allegations that Reynolds practiced “while impaired” and failed to complete treatment plans, prescriptions and medical records. Newton said the department is seeking revocation of Reynolds’ podiatry license.

Why it matters: the hearing could lead to disciplinary action affecting Reynolds’ license to practice podiatry in Connecticut. The department entered multiple documents into the record, including a statement of charges, a motion for summary suspension and a summary suspension order, and called a clinical peer as an expert witness to describe observed patient-care concerns.

In opening remarks on behalf of…