Fred Adair Blackledge, M.D. surrenders medical license
Summary
The Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure has accepted the voluntary surrender of Dr. Fred Adair Blackledge's medical license, effective December 31, 2025. This action resolves an ongoing investigation into alleged violations of the Mississippi Medical Practice Act.
What changed
The Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure has accepted the voluntary surrender of Dr. Fred Adair Blackledge's medical license, license number 16006, effective December 31, 2025. This action stems from an investigation into alleged violations of the Mississippi Medical Practice Act, specifically Miss. Code Ann. §§ 73-25-83(b), 73-25-29(8)(d), and 73-25-83(a). Although Dr. Blackledge denies wrongdoing, he has chosen to retire and voluntarily surrender his license to resolve the matter.
This surrender is unconditional, reportable to the National Practitioner Data Bank and the Federation of State Medical Boards, and is a public record. Dr. Blackledge waived his right to notice and formal adjudication of charges. While this specific action pertains to an individual, other healthcare providers in Mississippi should be aware that investigations into violations of the Medical Practice Act can lead to license surrender or other disciplinary actions. The Board's acceptance and approval date was December 31, 2025.
What to do next
- Review investigation details and potential violations cited in the document.
- Ensure all internal records reflect the surrender of Dr. Blackledge's license.
- Monitor for any further actions or guidance from the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure regarding professional conduct.
Penalties
Surrender of medical license, reportable to National Practitioner Data Bank and Federation of State Medical Boards.
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BEFORE THE MISSISSIPPI STATE BOARD OF MEDICAL LICENSURE
IN THE MATTER OF THE PHYSICIAN'S LICENSE
OF FRED ADAIR BLACKLEDGE, M.D.,
LICENSE NO. 16006
CASE NO. 2025-037
SURRENDER OF MEDICAL LICENSE
WHEREAS, FRED ADAIR BLACKLEDGE, M.D., hereinafter referred to as "Licensee," is the current holder of License Number 16006, issued on August 3, 1998, and which expires on June 30, 2026;
WHEREAS, Licensee is currently under investigation by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure (the "Board") concerning allegations that Licensee has violated the Mississippi Medical Practice Act, specifically Miss. Code Ann. §§ 73-25-83(b), 73-25-29(8)(d), and 73-25-83(a); and
WHEREAS, Licensee denies any wrongdoing, but has decided to retire from the practice of medicine. As part of his retirement and in order to resolve this matter, Licensee hereby voluntarily surrenders his license to practice medicine.
NOW THEREFORE, Licensee understands said Surrender shall be effective as of December 31, 2025. Licensee understands this is an unconditional surrender, is reportable to the National Practitioner Data Bank and other entities, such as the Federation of State Medical Boards, and is a public record of the State of Mississippi.
Recognizing his right to notice of any possible charges which might be brought against him, to have any such charges adjudicated pursuant to Miss. Code Ann. § 73-25-27, to be represented therein by legal counsel of his choice, and to a final decision rendered upon written findings of fact and conclusions of law, FRED ADAIR BLACKLEDGE, M.D., nevertheless, hereby waives his right to notice and a formal
adjudication of charges and hereby voluntarily executes this Surrender of Medical License
to practice medicine in the State of Mississippi.
EXECUTED AND EFFECTIVE, this the 29 day of December, 2025.
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Fred Adair Blackledge, M.D.
ACCEPTED AND APPROVED, this the 31st day of December, 2025,
by the Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure.
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Kenneth E. Cleveland, M.D.
Executive Director
Mississippi State Board of Medical Licensure
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