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I've been falsely accused of a crime at my job, in a dr.s office (I'm an MA) by a drug addict & convicted felon patient....

You may have a claim for defamation against the patient. Any false statement that causes injury to you personally or in your profession is actionable. The false imputation of a crime is defamatory per se. Speak to a trial lawyer in your area about this issue.

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Defamation or slander from a school faculty member

Although a novel approach, you may be able to assert what is called a 'tortious interference with business relations' lawsuit against the university for the actions of its professor. The school would likely defend on the basis of sovereign immunity and/or under the state Tort Claims Act. This would be a difficult case for you to win, in my opinion. Best of luck.

Is a damaging written coment from a Dr. about a pts family member libel and or defamation?

Yes. While there may be 'privileges' which insulate the record maker from liability, any privilege would be qualified and not absolute. Generally speaking, the worse the error in charting, the more liable the person made the entry is. Speak to an experienced trial lawyer in your area for further advice and possible action.