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NY A06107
Bill
Status
2/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michaelle Solages
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AI Summary
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Requires all licensed physicians in New York to complete 3 hours of department-approved nutrition coursework or training by July 1, 2028, and every four years thereafter
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Physicians licensed on or after July 1, 2028 must complete the training within one year of registration and once every four-year period thereafter
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Training topics may include general nutrition, nutrition assessment, disease prevention and management, food insecurity screening, when to refer to dietitians, and obesity treatment and prevention
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The Commissioner of Health, in consultation with the Department of Education and nutrition experts, will establish standards and approve coursework, publishing information on the department's website
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Exemptions may be granted for physicians who demonstrate no need for the training or who have completed equivalent coursework
Legislative Description
Requires the introduction of coursework or training in nutrition for physicians on a periodic basis; provides for certain exceptions to such requirement.
Last Action
referred to higher education
1/7/2026