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This bill establishes a new pathway for foreign-trained physicians to obtain a limited medical license in Indiana, designed to address physician shortages in underserved areas. The bill allows international medical graduates to receive a limited medical license if they meet specific criteria, including holding a medical doctorate from an international program, possessing a certificate from the Educational Commission on Foreign Medical Graduates, being in good standing in their home country, completing a comparable residency program, practicing full-time for at least five years, passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination, and being proficient in English. The limited license requires the physician to work at a healthcare facility in an underserved area under a collaborative agreement with a supervising physician, and the license is valid for two years with the possibility of renewal for up to six cumulative years. After five years, the board may convert the limited license to an unlimited license, potentially requiring a comprehensive evaluation of the physician's competency. Additionally, the bill provides a temporary provision allowing osteopathic medicine applicants until June 30, 2027, to complete all levels of the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination within ten years of passing the first level. The bill aims to increase medical access in areas with physician shortages while maintaining quality and safety standards.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/house/1555/details