§ 3-101. Definitions

MD Crim Law Code § 3-101 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this subtitle the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)    “Licensed health care professional” means a duly licensed or certified:

(1)    physician;

(2)    surgeon;

(3)    podiatrist;

(4)    osteopath;

(5)    osteopathic physician;

(6)    osteopathic surgeon;

(7)    physician assistant;

(8)    registered nurse;

(9)    licensed practical nurse;

(10)    nurse practitioner;

(11)    dentist;

(12)    pharmacist; or

(13)    emergency medical services provider, in accordance with § 13-516 of the Education Article.

(c)    “Suicide” means the act or instance in which an individual intentionally takes the individual’s own life.