Federation of State Medical Boards

Thank you to our nation’s medical and osteopathic boards for joining us at the FSMB Annual Meeting. It was a fantastic meeting of speakers, collaborators and learning how to improve medical regulation. Excited to begin my year leading this organization and following in the footsteps of my dear friend, Jeffrey Carter M.D. Thank you for your impeccable leadership, Jeff!

Thanks to all the nation's medical and osteopathic boards, and the delegates, presenters and sponsors who made this year's FSMB annual meeting in Nashville a great success! The opportunity to serve as Chair this past year has been a tremendous pleasure and the professional honor of a lifetime. Congratulations to Chair Katie Templeton and all newly elected leaders! #FSMB #FSMBAM2024

Honored to have shared the stage with Cass Sunstein, founder and director of the program on Behavioral Economics and Public Policy at Harvard Law School, at the recent panel discussion on Habituation. Hosted by the Federation of State Medical Boards, the discussion highlighted the impact of habituation on decision making processes at the State Medical Board Level.

Congratulations to the winners of the 2023 JMR Awards, which were presented earlier today at FSMB 2024! The award winning articles are as follows: JMR Award for Excellence in Editorial Writing was the Commentary titled "Regulation of Wicked Problems: Opportunities, Responsibilities, and Threats," by Zubin Austin, BScPhm, MBA, MISc, PhD, FCAHS and Aly Háji LLM, MBA, JD, BCL, Hon BScPhm JMR Distinguished Scholarship award was the Original Research Article titled "Medical Malpractice Payment Reports of Physician Assistants/Associates Related to State Practice Laws and Regulations," by Sondra M. DePalma, DHSc, PA-C, CLS, CHC, FNLA, AACC, and colleagues. #jmr #medicalregulation #patientsafet #wickedproblems #physicianassistants #physicianassociates #fsmb2024

Teaming up with Julianna Cole, MBA, PMP, CSM here at #FSMBAM2024 to welcome licensing boards to access our CME data to streamline their audits. Hope to see you here in Nashville!

Medical regulators face a delicate balancing act: taking necessary regulatory actions to protect patients while ensuring regulatory processes are fair and balanced. At our upcoming Annual Membership Meeting, we will explore this pivotal issue with insights from an international regulatory authority, Martin Fletcher. This session will delve into the profound impact that investigative and disciplinary processes can have on licensees, shedding light on the reasons behind practitioner distress. Mr. Fletcher will offer strategies for improved communication, transparency, and fairness throughout the regulatory process. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the human toll that regulatory actions can take, as well as practical guidance on how to strike the right balance between public protection and compassionate treatment of medical professionals. Join us on Saturday, April 20. #FSMBAM2024

The work of state medical boards involves constant high-stakes decision-making, where clinical expertise, public safety, and professionalism must be meticulously balanced. At our upcoming Annual Meeting, we are honored to welcome Cass Sunstein, renowned legal scholar and author of the award-winning "Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment." Drawing from his latest groundbreaking work, "Look Again: The Power of Noticing What Was Always There," Sunstein will explore a critical question: Why do we so often overlook important details around us, both positive and negative? This phenomenon of "noise" can profoundly impact the ability of regulators to make sound decisions. Sunstein's insights promise to spotlight how medical regulators can overcome these cognitive biases and strengthen their capacity for effective, well-reasoned choices in their role of public protection and upholding the standards of medical practice. Don't miss this thought-provoking keynote session on Friday, April 19. #MedicalRegulation #FSMBAM2024

As the nation gears up for the highly anticipated 2024 Presidential election, we will be joined by Charlie Cook, one of the most respected and authoritative voices on U.S. elections and domestic political trends, at the FSMB Foundation's 12th Annual Luncheon on April 19. Cook founded The Cook Political Report in 1984, an independent, non-partisan publication. In this timely conversation, he’ll provide insights into the current political climate, dissecting the key issues, candidates, and dynamics that are shaping the 2024 election cycle. Attendees will have the rare chance to hear directly from a true insider whose analysis is sought after by policymakers, journalists, and political junkies alike. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the forces at play in American politics from one of the nation's preeminent election analysts. #FSMBAM2024

What a fantastic turnout at the 25th Annual Ft Worth Zoo Run for the Federation of State Medical Boards! Employees enjoyed a sunny morning bonding with colleagues amidst the company of lions, tigers, and bears... oh my! 🦁🐯🐻 #FSMB #TeamBuilding #ZooRun

The countdown is on! Just two weeks until our 2024 Annual Meeting in Nashville. We are thankful to our lead sponsor, the National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners, for making this event possible. Get ready to reunite with colleagues and dive into key issues in medical regulation. April 18-20 #FSMBAM2024