State Medical Board of Ohio

State Medical Board of Ohio To protect and enhance the health and safety of the public through effective medical regulation.

To view our social media engagement policy, visit https://med.ohio.gov/help-center/social-media-engagement-policy. The State Medical Board of Ohio is comprised of twelve members: nine physicians (seven MD, one DO, one DPM) and three non-physician public members. The Board members are appointed by the Governor and serve five-year terms. Appointment terms are staggered to provide continuity and Boar

d members may be reappointed. Two members are selected by their peers on the Board to serve as the Board’s Secretary and Supervising Member who oversee the Board’s investigatory and enforcement processes. The Medical Board meets each month in the Administrative Hearing Room on the 3rd floor of the Rhodes Office Tower, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio. If you have questions or concerns that need immediate attention – you want to file a license application or you’re wondering how to file a complaint, for example – Facebook isn’t the right forum. Please visit our website at med.ohio.gov or contact us via email or telephone. General Email: [email protected]

Licensure Inquiries: [email protected]

Media Inquiries: [email protected]

Public Record Requests: [email protected]

File a Complaint: [email protected] or call the Medical Board at 614-466-3934 and choose option 1 to speak to the complaint department. You may also leave a message on the State Medical Board of Ohio's Confidential Complaint Hotline at 1-833-333-SMBO (7626).

Want to keep up with current news and events at the Medical Board? Stay connected to policy and rule updates, board oper...
08/31/2026

Want to keep up with current news and events at the Medical Board? Stay connected to policy and rule updates, board operations, licensure regulations and more by visiting the News section of the website at https://buff.ly/pmnURdu.

08/28/2026

The State Medical Board offers multiple pathways to licensure. To learn more about joining Ohio’s health care workforce as a Medical Board licensee, visit https://buff.ly/3CLVwcg.

Yesterday we enjoyed the opportunity to educate 2nd year PA students about the responsibilities of Ohio licensure. Thank...
08/28/2026

Yesterday we enjoyed the opportunity to educate 2nd year PA students about the responsibilities of Ohio licensure. Thank you, Physician Assistant Program at Ohio University for a warm welcome!

The Board's rules for physician assistants are under initial review. The deadline for public comments for this stage of ...
08/27/2026

The Board's rules for physician assistants are under initial review. The deadline for public comments for this stage of review is September 4, 2026. To view the rules, visit https://buff.ly/KvHB0lF .

Respiratory care limited permits (L1) may only be held 1 year after date of graduation from a respiratory care program. ...
08/26/2026

Respiratory care limited permits (L1) may only be held 1 year after date of graduation from a respiratory care program. Ohio law requires permit holders to notify the Board as soon as they graduate. Respiratory care graduates should email [email protected] and include permit number and graduation date.

August 2026 eNews updates include the annual report; monthly formal actions; monthly cite list; upcoming CME audit; Boar...
08/25/2026

August 2026 eNews updates include the annual report; monthly formal actions; monthly cite list; upcoming CME audit; Board of Pharmacy email scam; updates to physician application and renewal questions; House Bill 377; summer influenza viral surveillance; Partners in Professionalism, and more! Read the full eNews at https://buff.ly/Fqa0sDN.

The State Medical Board of Ohio’s Acupuncture Advisory Council will be held virtually Wednesday (8/26) at 12:30 p.m. The...
08/25/2026

The State Medical Board of Ohio’s Acupuncture Advisory Council will be held virtually Wednesday (8/26) at 12:30 p.m. The link for the meeting and agenda can be found via https://buff.ly/ZZ1Gsqv.

The State Medical Board of Ohio is accepting applications to fill the consumer seat on the Dietetics Advisory Council. I...
08/24/2026

The State Medical Board of Ohio is accepting applications to fill the consumer seat on the Dietetics Advisory Council.

If you are interested in serving in this position, please submit a resume and letter of interest by email to [email protected] by October 2nd, 2026.

For more information visit, https://buff.ly/l9cRqWU.

Address

30 E. Broad Street, 3rd Floor
Columbus, OH
43215

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16144663934

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