This bill amends the Public Health Code by revising sections related to the licensing of medical practitioners in Michigan. It introduces a new section, 17012a, which allows the board to grant temporary licenses to applicants who have completed medical education outside the U.S. or Canada, have practiced medicine abroad for at least one year, and meet other specified criteria. The temporary license is valid for two years and can be renewed once. Additionally, the bill modifies existing provisions regarding limited licenses, allowing individuals with temporary licenses to apply for limited licenses after meeting certain requirements, including successful completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination.

Furthermore, the bill updates the requirements for full licensure under section 17031, specifying that applicants must complete a period of postgraduate education and meet various criteria, including having practiced medicine for a minimum of ten years and completing three years of postgraduate clinical training. It also clarifies that applicants who have held a limited license under the new section 17012a for at least two years can qualify for full licensure. The amendments aim to streamline the licensing process for foreign-trained medical professionals while ensuring they meet the necessary standards for practice in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.17012, 333.17031