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Advocacy

Providing a Strong Voice and Leadership

The 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., the FSMB provides legislative, legal and communications services to assist its member medical boards and partner organizations.

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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 Additional 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 Compact 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, 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 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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