Gilbert Ross, ACSH's former medical director, served time in federal prison and had his medical license revoked for Medicaid fraud before being hired by ACSH.[38] When news of Ross's misconduct was made public in 2005, ACSH responded by stating on its website that Ross was remorseful for the role he played in the scam, it had occurred during a period of personal and financial hardship, and he had resigned from the fraudulent clinic after seven weeks of employment.[39] His medical license was reinstated in 2001.[40] ACSH identifies Ross as an emeritus advisor.[41]