A license to practice medicine in New Mexico is a privilege, not a right. The statutory mandate of the New Mexico Medical Board is to protect the health and safety of the citizens of the state, and the members of the Medical Board take their responsibilities very seriously. Upon completion, your application will be reviewed for quality assurance and reviewed by the medical and executive directors of the Board. You may be required to come to the Board Office in Santa Fe for an interview as part of the application process. Please do not assume that licensure is a mere formality or that the granting of a license is automatic.

PLEASE DO NOT: close your practice and move your family to New Mexico, enroll your children in school, begin construction of a new home, execute contracts with prospective practice partners, schedule patients, or begin practicing until you have received a license.

We will make every effort to complete the application process as quickly as possible but occasionally we encounter unanticipated questions or difficulties that may cause delay or even denial. We will not begin working on your application until we have received a completed NM Statewide application and all required fees. Please understand that much of the supporting documentation for your application has to be obtained from third parties, which can add time to the licensing process. In addition some applications, such as those with a history of disciplinary action, require in-depth investigation that may take extra time and require your cooperation.

One sure way to make certain that your application is processed as efficiently as possible is to read the directions carefully, and call or email the Board office if you have any questions. Our staff will be happy to assist you in any way we can. Again, thank you for your application. We look forward to working with you to make this process as rapid and painless as possible!