The Medical Examining Board licenses, certifies and regulates physicians, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physician assistants, and respiratory care practitioners. The Medical Examining Board is composed of members of the professions and public members who are appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. There are four advisory councils under the Medical Examining board consisting of Podiatry, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistants, and Respiratory Care Practitioners.
The Department of Regulation and Licensing is an umbrella agency providing administrative services to various professional boards. Within the department, the Bureau of Health Professions provides administrative services to the Medical Examining Board. Questions about board business may be directed to the examining board in care of the Bureau of Health Professions, 1400 East Washington Ave. PO Box 8935, Madison, WI 53708.
