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Code of Virginia
Title 54.1. Professions and Occupations
Chapter 36. Psychology

7/9/2025

§ 54.1-3616. Use of title "Doctor."

No person regulated under this chapter shall use the title "Doctor" or the abbreviation "Dr." in writing or in advertising in connection with his practice unless he simultaneously uses a clarifying title, initials, abbreviation or designation or language that identifies the type of practice for which he is licensed.

1996, cc. 937, 980.

The chapters of the acts of assembly referenced in the historical citation at the end of this section may not constitute a comprehensive list of such chapters and may exclude chapters whose provisions have expired.