To qualify for an Ohio Medical License, applicants must:
Hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
Complete at least one year of ACGME/AOA-accredited postgraduate training (IMGs require 2 years).
Pass all required exams: USMLE, COMLEX, or equivalent.
Have passed all licensing exams within 10 years, unless board certified.
Possess good moral character with no disqualifying disciplinary history.
Submit to a criminal background check (BCI/FBI).
Create an account on the Ohio License Center.
Complete the online application and pay the required fee.
Submit:
Medical school transcripts
Postgraduate training verification
Exam scores (USMLE/COMLEX)
ECFMG certification (if applicable)
Employment history
Photo and ID documents
Complete the BCI & FBI fingerprinting.
Respond to any Board inquiries or requests for additional documentation.
Wait for the Board’s licensing decision.
Ohio medical licenses renew every 2 years and require:
50 CME hours per cycle
At least 1 hour on Ohio laws and rules
Renewal application and fee submission
Typical processing time is 6–12 weeks, depending on:
How quickly documents are submitted
Verification turnaround time
Board caseload
Completeness of background check and credentials
Ohio State Medical Board (SMBO): https://elicense.ohio.gov
Ohio Medical License Application Portal: https://elicense.ohio.gov/oh_verification
Fingerprinting & Background Checks: https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov
CME Requirements: https://med.ohio.gov
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