To all of us who literally put our lives in the hands of a medical professional — be it a physician, a medical assistant or an anesthesiologist — it might be alarming, to learn that person has had their license revoked.

In Florida, according to a report by the Florida Center for Investigative Reporting, it can take up to two years or more for a report to be filed on a physician or medical practitioner after a claim of misconduct or failing to perform their duties in a correct manner.