only two, rhode island and oregon, said they had actually disciplined doctors for coronavirus misinformation or related violations. that is despite hundreds of complaints. the federation of state medical boards issued a warning to physicians who generate and spread covid-19 vaccine misinformation or disinformation. that they are risking disciplinary action, including the suspension or revocation of their medical license. >> especially, in a pandemic, um, your actions could lead to the deaths of thousands of individuals because people trust what doctors say. >> reporter: batar doesn't seem to care. you had an outsized influence over just somebody who is living down the street in terms of people getting their medical advice. you have to admit that. >> absolutely. absolutely. >> reporter: and you are raising doubt about a vaccine that -- >> i hope i am because i hope more people take heed of the warning that is necessary. >> and if you are wrong and they die because of that? >> i am confident -- more than