OH Medical Board News and Events

Ohio Senate Bill 109 Sexual Misconduct Policy Changes

Ohio Senate Bill 109 (SB 109), effective March 21, 2025, substantially amends state law to strengthen the State Medical Board of Ohio's authority over licensed healthcare providers. The law shortens reporting timeframes from 60 to 30 days for healthcare facilities, providers, and professional associations; authorizes the Board to summarily suspend licenses for felony charges; requires Board providers on probationary orders to disclose their status to patients; expands criminal code sex offense provisions; and prohibits unauthorized intimate examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients.

State Medical Board of Ohio Meeting Schedule, March 10-11, 2026

The State Medical Board of Ohio has published its meeting schedule for March 10-11, 2026. The Respiratory Care Advisory Council will meet virtually on March 10 at 2 p.m. On March 11, the Emerging Practice Trends Committee and the Board Meeting will be held in-person at the Rhodes State Office Tower. Meetings are open to the public and will not impose any compliance obligations.

Board Meetings Set for April 2026

The State Medical Board of Ohio has published its April 2026 public meeting schedule. Meetings include the Dietetics Advisory Council (April 6), Quality Assurance Committee, Emerging Practice Trends Committee, Board Meeting, and Compliance Committee (April 8), and the Acupuncture Advisory Council (April 15). Most meetings are in-person at Rhodes State Office Tower; some advisory councils meet virtually.

Monthly Board Meeting Scheduled for May 13, 2026 in Columbus

The State Medical Board of Ohio has scheduled its monthly board meeting for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 East Broad Street, 3rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215. The Board comprises twelve members: nine physicians (seven MD, one DO, one DPM) and three non-physician public members, all appointed by the Governor to five-year terms. The meeting is open to the public.