Medical Specialist Licensing specifically refers to the certification of doctors and granting them the right to independent medical practice. In Georgia, a doctor cannot work independently without a state certificate in the relevant specialty (e.g., cardiology, pediatrics, surgery). This process involves postgraduate education (residency) and passing a state qualification exam. Additionally, there are "adjacent medical specialties" and subspecialties requiring additional training. This service is designed for both novice doctors and experienced specialists wishing to register additional qualifications or recognize a foreign certificate.
Specialists on Legal.ge offer assistance in all matters of doctor licensing:
- State Exam Registration: Preparing documentation for the certification board after completing residency.
- Adding a Subspecialty: Procedural support for obtaining a certificate in a narrow specialty (e.g., interventional cardiology).
- Foreign Education Recognition: Recognizing residency or clinical practice completed abroad in Georgia and obtaining a certificate without exams (or via a simplified procedure).
- Certificate Restoration: Assistance if the certificate was suspended due to a long pause or disciplinary misconduct.
- Continuing Medical Education (CME): Consulting on accumulating credit points and maintaining certificate validity.
In practice, the most common problem is the recognition of foreign diplomas and certificates. For example, a doctor who completed residency in Germany wants to work in Georgia. They need a decision from the Professional Development Council, requiring correct translation and notarization of documents. Often, program comparison is needed to establish equivalence. Appealing certificate suspension is also relevant if a doctor believes the Regulation Agency's decision was unfair. A lawyer protects the doctor's professional interests.
In Georgia, doctor certification is regulated by the Law "On Medical Practice." The state certificate is issued indefinitely, but the doctor is obliged to continuously upgrade their qualifications. The doctors' registry is updated periodically.
Working with a specialist saves you time and nerves. The lawyer takes over communication with the Ministry and professional councils so you can focus on medical practice.
Legal.ge is your career partner. We will help you obtain rights corresponding to your qualification and practice medicine without hindrance.
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