State Committees and Councils Seeking Physicians to Fill Vacancies

November 3, 2022

Several volunteer opportunities for physicians are now available through the Secretary of State’s website. They include:  

Advisory Council on Licensed Traditional Midwifery is seeking a physician member who has been or is currently consulting with licensed traditional midwives. Members are appointed by the Board of Medical Practice (“Board”) and advise the Board on traditional midwifery practice standards. Meetings are held bimonthly and typically last for two hours. Interested physicians should apply here

Athletic Trainer’s Advisory Council is seeking a physician member. Interested physicians should apply here

Health Services Policy Committee is seeking five licensed physician members. Interested physicians should apply here

Medical Services Review Board is seeking two physician members. Interested physicians should apply here

Newborn Hearing Screening Advisory Committee is seeking a primary care physician. Interested physicians should apply here

Rehabilitation Review Panel is seeking a healthcare provider member. Interested physicians should apply here

Trauma Advisory Council is seeking an emergency physician certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine whose practice includes emergency room care in a Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 trauma hospital. Interested physicians should apply here

Additional information on vacant seats can be found on the Boards & Commissions page of the Secretary of State’s website. 

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