Permits up to three credits of continuing medical education on menopause to be used by advanced practice nurses and physicians for license renewal.*

This bill (S 4147) requires New Jersey’s State Board of Medical Examiners to allow physicians to use one optional credit of continuing medical education (CME) focused on menopause toward their biennial license renewal. The credit covers specific topics including menopause’s physiological/psychological aspects, treatments (like hormone therapy), related health risks (e.g., cardiovascular issues, osteoporosis), and patient communication strategies. Physicians who complete this training receive standard CME credit (counting toward their required 100 hours) and may qualify for financial assistance or specialized recognition. The bill defines menopause as the natural process where a woman permanently stops menstruating after 12 months without periods. It does not apply to advanced practice nurses, as the bill text specifies physicians only.