The bill amends the Public Health Code by updating the requirements for physicians seeking renewal of their licenses. Specifically, it replaces the term "licensee" with "physician" in sections 17033 and 17533, emphasizing that physicians must provide evidence of completing at least 150 hours of approved continuing education courses related to their medical practice within the three years prior to renewal. Additionally, the bill mandates that a portion of these hours must focus on pain and symptom management.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new requirement for the board to approve a continuing education course on women's midlife health, which must cover communication and preparedness in managing menopause symptoms and related chronic conditions. The board is tasked with informing physicians about these approved courses and encouraging their completion as part of the continuing education requirements.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.17033, 333.17533