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Osteopathic Autonomy Restored
Governor Schwarzenegger on August 17th signed into law SB 1050 (Yee, D-San Francisco), legislation sponsored by the Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of California (OPSC) to remove the two naturopathic doctor positions from the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (OMBC) and to separate the functions of the Naturopathic Medicine Committee (NMC) from those of the OMBC.
OPSC is extremely pleased with the outcome of this more than year-long intensive effort. In addition to removing the two naturopathic doctor positions, the bill adds two public members to the OMBC and clarifies that the NMC is solely responsible for the licensure and oversight of naturopathic doctors. The legislation goes into effect January 1, 2011. Full bill language may be found at http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/09-10/bill/sen/sb_1001-1050/sb_1050_bill_20100817_chaptered.html.
Sincere thanks are owed to osteopathic physicians and students throughout the state and nation who rallied hard to accomplish this feat. OPSC gratefully recognizes its Board of Directors led by now-Past President Jeff Bloom, DO and President Susan Mackintosh, DO for choosing a well thought-out, strategic course of action to address this emotionally charged issue. OPSC's Osteopathic Autonomy Task Force, under the leadership of William Henning, DO, shepherded the bill through the legislative process with the support of the Legislative Committee chaired by David Connett, DO. Legislative Advocate Tom Riley was instrumental in calmly guiding OPSC through this volatile process. Several OPSC members were exceptionally active in this effort, including James Lally, DO, James Huang, DO, Gary Gramm, DO, Richard Riemer, DO, Joseph Zammuto, DO, Virginia Johnson, DO and Sanjeev Batra, DO. Touro Dean Michael Clearfield, DO and WesternU/COMP Dean Clinton Adams, DO enabled students to participate in the high impact March on the Capitol to educate legislators about the issue. National organizations including the American Osteopathic Association and the Federation of State Medical Boards as well as ACOFP California also provided support to the overall effort. Senator Leland Yee, along with his staff, proved to be a strong legislative author, crucial to the success of the bill.
As the professional society solely serving osteopathic physicians and osteopathic medical students in the state of California, OPSC has been proud to lead the charge in restoring autonomy to the osteopathic profession.
SB 1050 Heads to Governor for Signature
OPSC’s legislation to remove the two naturopathic doctor positions from the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (OMBC) passed the state Assembly without opposition and now heads to the desk of Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger for action. OPSC members and supporters are encouraged to write a letter to Governor Schwarzenegger, urging his signature on the bill. Even if you have sent previous letters, one more letter would help reinforce the conviction of the osteopathic profession about this issue. Look for the Call to Action coming separately, or click here for a sample letter.
To send a letter directly to the Governor using our online Grassroots Action Center click here.
SB 1050 Gaining Steam
SB 1050 is gaining steam as it approaches the Governor's desk. The legislation was approved unanimously by the Assembly Appropriations Committee on June 30, and now moves to the full Assembly for approval. OPSC will be issuing a Call to Action shortly, asking members to send a letter to Governor Schwarzenegger urging his signature.
SB 1050 Continues Forward Progress
OPSC's legislation to remove the naturopathic doctors from the Osteopathic Medical Board of California (OMBC) passed the Assembly Business, Professions and Public Protection Committee on a vote of 9-0 on June 15, 2010. OPSC is pleased that the legislation continues to move through the legislative process without opposition. The bill now faces the Assembly Appropriations Committee, followed by the full Assembly. Updates will be provided as the bill continues on its journey to the Governor's desk.
SB 1050 Passes Senate, Now Moves to Assembly
OPSC's legislation that will remove the two naturopathic doctor positions from the Osteopathic Medical Board of California, SB 1050, has passed the full Senate without opposition. The legislation now moves to the Assembly for approval. Assuming the bill continues its smooth progression, its final step will be facing Governor Schwarzenegger's scrutiny before it can become law. Further updates will be provided as the legislation progresses.
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OPSC 21st Annual Fall Conference
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September 10-12, 2010
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