What is the Physician Pathway Act?
The Physician Pathway Act would address acute physician shortages in rural and underserved communities by mobilizing the expertise of experienced internationally-trained physicians (ITPs). This legislation would create a streamlined pathway to full licensure for qualified ITPs in exchange for at least three years of medical practice in a healthcare facility serving state residents with the greatest need, as recommended by the Massachusetts Special Commission on Foreign-Trained Medical Professionals in its 2022 report.
Additional Resources
The Physician Pathway Act requires physicians to have completed steps one and two of the USMLE exams in order to be eligible for licensure in Massachusetts.
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