SUGAR LAND, Texas – A physician based in Sugar Land was suspended Thursday by the Texas Medical Board after allegations of inappropriate conduct.
Dr. Abraham K. Peringol's employment was terminated after there was an investigation into his actions involving multiple patients.
The Texas Medical Board released a statement that read, in part:
"Dr. Peringol's conduct constitutes a pattern of practice including professional boundary violations wherein he hugs, kisses, and/or engages in sexual contact and inappropriate discussions with female patients. This pattern of conduct is unprofessional and disruptive in nature, and interferes with, or could reasonably be expected to adversely impact, the quality of care rendered to a patient."
Peringol said he worked for Sugar Land Medical Associates off the Southwest Freeway until December when his contract was up. After that he started working shifts at an emergency room, until this week when he learned he was suspended.
Peringol told KPRC 2 the allegations against him are totally false. He said they started coming out only after he cut off some patients' pain medication. Peringol also released a statement, which said: "The truth will prevail. I will fight for my innocence because my family, friends and God know that the truth will come out."
KPRC 2 has also learned this isn't the first time Peringol has had trouble with the Texas Medical Board.
In 2014, TMB records show Peringol was fostering an unhealthy work environment. He had to take steps outlined by the board to make sure he would not face anymore disciplinary action.
Peringol says he will meet with the Texas Medical Board in May. The suspension will remain in place until it decides to take further action.