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ROLE OF THE MEDICAL BOARD

Established by the state legislature in 1896, the Medical Board strives to protect and enhance the health and welfare of Ohio’s citizens through effective regulation of more than 55,000 licensees, including: medical doctors (MDs), doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs), doctors of podiatric medicine and surgery (DPMs), physician assistants (PAs), massage therapists (MTs), cosmetic therapists (CTs), anesthesiology assistants (AAs) and acupuncturists.

COMPOSITION OF THE BOARD

The Medical Board is comprised of twelve members: nine physicians and three non-physician public members. All of the Board members are appointed by the Governor and serve five-year terms. Board members may be reappointed. Appointees' terms are staggered to provide continuity. Two members serve as the Board's Secretary and Supervising Member who are responsible for overseeing the Board's investigatory and enforcement processes. The Secretary is a physician member and a consumer member has served as Supervising Member since July 1993.

AGENCY OPERATIONS AND FUNDING

The agency supports eighty-one full time positions. The Executive Director, who is an attorney, oversees day-to-day operations. The Medical Board receives no monies from the state's general revenue fund. Licensure application and renewal fees are the primary source of funding for Board operations.