Hawaii HB2305 mandates that physicians meet continuing medical education requirements by including nutrition and metabolic health training.

Hawaii HB2305 amends the continuing medical education requirements for physicians, osteopathic physicians, and surgeons. It mandates that these professionals obtain credit hours in accredited programs focusing on nutrition and metabolic health. This change aims to enhance their understanding of dietary principles and metabolic function, enabling them to provide better recommendations for preventing and managing chronic diseases. The Hawaii medical board will oversee compliance through random audits. The new requirements will take effect on January 1, 2027.

Hawaii HB2305 mandates that physicians meet continuing medical education requirements by including nutrition and metabolic health training.

Hawaii HB2305 amends the continuing medical education requirements for physicians, osteopathic physicians, and surgeons. It mandates that these professionals obtain credit hours in accredited programs focusing on nutrition and metabolic health. This change aims to enhance their understanding of dietary principles and metabolic function, enabling them to provide better recommendations for preventing and managing chronic diseases. The Hawaii medical board will oversee compliance through random audits. The new requirements will take effect on January 1, 2027.