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SB 380

Physicians - Licensing - Internationally Trained Physicians

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Karen Young

SB 380 modifies Maryland's physician licensing pathway for internationally trained doctors, potentially affecting healthcare workforce availability and clinical oversight standards.

Hearing 2/10 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 380

Legislative bill overview

SB 380 modifies Maryland's physician licensing requirements for internationally trained physicians. The bill appears designed to streamline or alter the credentialing pathway for foreign medical graduates seeking to practice medicine in Maryland, though specific provisions are not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Internationally trained physicians represent a significant portion of the U.S. medical workforce and addressing their licensing pathways affects healthcare workforce availability, particularly in underserved areas. Changes to these requirements can impact both physician supply and patient access to care, making this relevant to healthcare workforce planning and medical professional regulation.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and rigor of requirements: Disagreement over whether proposed changes adequately maintain clinical competency standards while improving accessibility for qualified international medical graduates
  • Competitive impact on U.S.-trained physicians: Concerns that streamlined pathways could affect job prospects or earning potential for American medical school graduates
  • Patient safety safeguards: Questions about whether modifications preserve necessary oversight mechanisms to ensure patient protection and care quality

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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