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Jan-Feb 2026 Forum Newsletter
In this issue of the Forum, Board President Dr. Anuradha Rao-Patel outlines her priorities for the year and we warn licensees about a persistent scam targeting physicians and PAs. The latest episode of the MedBoard Matters podcast shines light on the state’s corporate practice of medicine law and explains how many licensees run afoul of them by entering into unlawful business arrangements. Also, readers can sign up for rule change information emails and review public Board actions for Nov-Dec 2025.
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- 2026 priorities: Executing licensing and regulation well amid sustained growth | by Anuradha Rao-Patel, MD
- Farewell to Liz Kanof, MD
- Does NCMB know how to contact you?
- On the podcast: Understanding the corporate practice of medicine
- Don’t fall victim to scammers: what to do if you are targeted
- Nov - Dec 2025 Board Actions
- NC DHHS Measles resources
- Stay on top of rule changes
Nov-Dec 2025 Forum Newsletter
In this final 2025 issue of the Forum, NCMB’s new Board President Anu Rao-Patel shares her insights into why serving with NCMB is rewarding in surprising ways, we do a deep dive on MedBoard Matters into the Board’s Policy Committee, and remind licensees to have a safe and restful holiday. Also, there’s still time to apply for one of two available physician Board Member seats, it’s time to renew your medical corporations or PLLC and, of course, we present public Board Actions for September-October 2025.
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- Apply by Jan. 9: Two physician seats with NCMB available
- Corporations and PLLCs must renew by Dec. 31
- From the President: On the privilege of Board service | by Anuradha Rao-Patel, MD
- NCMB to accept IMLC applications in January
- September - October 2025 Board Actions
- NCMB Position Statement 2025 Year-In-Review
Sept-Oct 2025 Forum Newsletter
In this issue of the Forum, Board President Dev Sangvai, MD, reflects on the value of serving as a Board Member and NCMB’s accomplisments over the last year. Also, we’ve been busy with the MedBoard Matters podcast, with four new episodes, including a series of licensee interviews marking the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene. Find information about licensing and workforce provisions in HB67, including North Carolina’s imminent membership in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact and browse public actions from July-August 2025.
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- July-August 2025 Board Actions
- MedBoard Matters remembers Hurricane Helene
- From the President: It has been my honor to serve
- Brevard Emergency Physician appointed to NCMB
- Coming soon to North Carolina: IMLC
- Physician applicants needed for two Board Member positions
- Happy Health Literacy month: Helping patients improve their ability to understand and use health information
- Learn more: HB67 resource pages
July-Aug 2025 Forum Newsletter
In this issue of the Forum, Board President Dev. Sangvai, MD, discusses a new state law that impacts licensure and practice in NC, and we issue an urgent call for more physician applicants to serve with NCMB. Read the updated version on NCMB’s position on treatment of self and family members and listen in to Part 1 of our podcast series reflecting on last fall’s Hurricane Helene. Also, take a peek at public actions during the months of May and June.
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- On the podcast: Honoring Western North Carolina’s resilience in the wake of Hurricane Helene
- Physician Board Member applicants STILL needed
- May-June 2025 Board Actions
- Board updates positons on self-treatment and other topics
- Physician needed to serve with Perfusionist Advisory Committee
- Free training: using NC DAVE to accurately certify deaths
- From the President: Law opens new pathways to licensure | by Devdutta G. Sangvai, MD, JD, MBA