New York State Office of the Professions
(Agency)
Complaints against medical practitioners (general practitioners, internists, cardiologists, gynecologists, pediatricians, urologists, psychiatrists, surgeons, radiologists, oncologists, anesthesiologists, ophthalmologists, orthopedists, and others) should be directed to the Office of Professional Medical Conduct.
Complaints against attorneys should be directed to the Appellate Division's Attorney Grievance and Disciplinary Committee in the county where the lawyer's office is located.
Complaints against public school teachers should be directed to the Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability (through the State Education Department).
Complaints for other occupations including appearance enhancement (hair dresser, barber, etc), health club services, home inspectors, notary public, and private investigator should be directed to the Department of State Licensing Division.
Eligibility: Individuals looking to verify a professional license or file a complaint about professional services regarding one of the following professions https://www.op.nysed.gov/professions-index
Application Process: Call or go online for information and services; complaints can be emailed or mailed into the office
Required Documentation: None to verify a professional license; form required for complaint
Fees: None
Syracuse regional office covers the specific counties listed
Contact
NYS Professional Misconduct Complaint Hotline: 800-442-8106
Syracuse Regional Office: 315-428-3286
Attorney Complaints (Onondaga and Surrounding Counties): 315-471-1835 (Appellate Division's Attorney Grievance and Disciplinary Committee)
Teacher Complaints: 518-473-2998 (Office of School Personnel Review and Accountability)
Medical Practitioner Complaints: 800-663-6114 (Office of Professional Medical Conduct)
Fax: 315-428-3287 (Syracuse Regional Office)
Email: conduct@nysed.gov
Website: www.op.nysed.gov
333 East Washington Street
Suite 211
Syracuse NY 13202
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM
Staff
Disabilities Access
Fully Accessible
