At the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), we proudly support state medical boards within the United States, its territories, and the District of Columbia. We serve our member boards as they fulfill their mandate of protecting the public’s health, safety, and welfare through proper medical regulation, licensing, and disciplining of physicians, physician assistants and associates (PAs), and other healthcare professionals.
Since our founding in 1912, FSMB has served as a forum for connecting state medical and osteopathic boards to share best practices and discuss issues of medical regulation. From providing educational materials to assessment tools to data access and technology solutions, FSMB continues to serve the interests of its member boards and support their integral function within America’s healthcare system.
OUR VISION
A medical regulatory system in which patients have access to safe, high-quality health care and the integrity of the practice of medicine is protected.
OUR MISSION
To serve as a national voice for state medical boards, supporting them with services and initiatives that promote patient safety, the integrity of the practice of medicine, access to high-quality health care and regulatory best practices.
OUR VALUES
The FSMB, an organization of state medical boards, embraces these equally important values:
Public Protection: We promote the health, safety and welfare of the public by providing outstanding service to the nation’s state medical boards, which remains our highest priority.
Leadership: We demonstrate accountability, unity of purpose, resilience and commitment as we advance our mission and vision.
Integrity: We incorporate honesty, ethical behavior, consistency, open communication and transparency in our activities, seeking to build trust with those we serve.
Excellence: We maintain the highest standards of performance and a commitment to continuous improvement while demonstrating adaptability and innovation in developing new products and initiatives.
Collaboration: We build strong, mutually beneficial relationships, seeking new partners and opportunities for engagement and participation while placing an emphasis on the value of diversity, equity and inclusion in our work together.
Service: We provide timely, responsive, high-quality service to our stakeholders, including our member boards, external partners and the public, continually seeking their input as we strive to meet changing needs.
OUR STRATEGIC GOALS
State Medical Board Support: Serve state medical boards by promoting regulatory best practices and providing operational resources that add to their effectiveness.
Advocacy and Policy Leadership: Strengthen state medical regulation through impactful advocacy and policy development.
Engagement: Build engagement and participation with state medical boards and other state, national and international organizations, and government entities, seeking and advancing shared goals and outcomes.
Communication: Raise awareness of the vital role of medical regulation and the work of the FSMB, serving as a trusted source of information for state medical boards and the public.
Education: Advance understanding of key issues in medical regulation by providing targeted educational programming and resources that meet the needs of state medical boards and the public.
Technology and Data: Enhance the FSMB’s data integration and research capabilities, developing technology and data solutions that benefit state medical boards and promote the sharing of valuable information.
Organizational Strength and Excellence: Enhance the FSMB’s efficiency, effectiveness, and adaptability, strengthening resources in support of its mission while sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce.