Aug 16, 04:26 PM

North Carolina Passes House Bill 67 Allowing Foreign Doctors from Gaza, Syria, China to Practice Without US Residency or Licensing Exam

North Carolina has passed House Bill 67, a law that permits foreign-trained doctors from countries including Gaza, Syria, China, and Pakistan to obtain medical licenses and practice in the state without completing a U.S. residency or passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). The legislation creates two tiers of medical licensure, which critics argue disadvantages American-trained doctors and potentially compromises patient safety, especially in rural and underserved areas. Republican lawmakers, including Representative Campbell, have supported the bill, while opponents contend it lowers the standards for medical practice and puts American doctors and patients last. The law has sparked debate about the qualifications required for medical practitioners and the implications for healthcare quality in North Carolina.