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Advocacy

Providing a Strong Voice and Leadership

FSMB plays a crucial role in advocating for federal and state policies that positively impact the health and safety of patients and the medical regulatory system. From its advocacy office in Washington, D.C., FSMB provides legislative, legal and communications services to assist its member medical boards and partner organizations.

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FSMB Policies and Regulatory Resources

A centralized repository of official FSMB policies and legislation of interest to member medical boards and the public

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International Medical Graduates

New Advisory Commission on Alternate Licensing Models

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Opioid Epidemic

FSMB is working with health organizations to address the nation’s opioid epidemic with guidelines for physicians and health professionals

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Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC)

The IMLC streamlines the licensing process for physicians who wish to practice medicine in multiple states

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Telemedicine

FSMB advocates for the safe use of telemedicine technologies in the practice of medicine

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Key Issues by State

From telemedicine to medical marijuana to PDMPs, the FSMB tracks laws, rules and regulations impacting the practice of medicine in all 50 states, territories and D.C.

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News Releases

FSMB Forms Workgroup on Regulation of AI in Medical Practice

The Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) has announced the formation of an FSMB Workgroup on the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence in the Practice of Medicine.

New FSMB Educational Modules

We are pleased to announce the launch of the newly updated FSMB educational modules on medical regulation, now available through our Virtual Education Hub.

FSMB Elects New Board Members and Officers

FSMB's House of Delegates elected new officers and board members during its recent Annual Meeting in Baltimore, Maryland.

FSMB Announces 2024 Awards Recipients

FSMB announced the recipients of its 2024 awards, which recognize outstanding service and leadership in the field of medical regulation, during the FSMB annual meeting in Nashville, TN.

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Publications

FSMB Annual Report

FSMB issues an annual report each year, highlighting its activities and strategic priorities. The report contains information about FSMB leaders and includes photos and statistics.

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Journal of Medical Regulation (JMR)

JMR is a quarterly, peer-reviewed scholarly publication that explores trends and issues impacting the regulatory community and health care.

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U.S. Census of Actively Licensed Physicians

FSMB’s biennial census is the most accurate assessment available of demographic and practice information about the nation’s actively licensed physicians.

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