The bill amends sections 17001 and 17011 of the Public Health Code, specifically updating definitions and licensing requirements related to medical practice in Michigan. Key insertions include the clarification of terms such as "academic institution," which now specifies the criteria for hospitals to qualify as sponsors of residency programs, and the definition of "practice as a physician's assistant." Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the licensing process, allowing the board to grant licenses based on a review of an applicant's record and experience, while ensuring that requirements for graduates of foreign medical schools do not exceed those for domestic graduates.

Furthermore, the bill introduces changes to the conditions under which individuals with sanctions from other states may be licensed in Michigan, emphasizing the need for a review of the nature of the sanction and the applicant's competence. It also restricts the use of certain professional titles to those authorized under the law, while allowing specific exceptions for individuals trained in orthopedic assistance prior to 1977. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of House Bill No. 4925.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.17001, 333.17011