Oriental Medical Doctor License Renewal: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to maintain your legal right to practice acupuncture and herbal medicine through the mandatory license renewal process.
This scheme allows licensed Oriental Medicine Doctors to maintain their legal status to practice their profession and ensures they stay compliant with national medical standards.
Who it's for
This process is specifically designed for individuals who currently hold a valid license as an Oriental Medicine Doctor. If you are a practicing professional in this field, you must participate in this renewal cycle to ensure your credentials remain active and recognized by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
What you get
By successfully completing the renewal process, you receive the continued legal right to practice your medical profession. This includes the authorization to perform specialized treatments such as acupuncture and the administration of herbal medicine. Maintaining this active status is essential for any practitioner operating a clinic or providing traditional Korean medicine services within the country.
What it costs you
The primary requirement for this renewal is not a simple fee, but a commitment of time and professional development. Every three years, you are required to complete eight hours of continuing education credits. This ensures that all practitioners are keeping their skills and knowledge up to date with current medical standards. You must track these hours to prove you have met the educational requirements necessary for the renewal.
The catch to know
The most critical thing to remember is the consequence of missing the deadline or failing to report your education credits. If you do not successfully complete the reporting process, your medical license will be subject to automatic suspension. This means you would lose your legal authority to practice medicine until the issue is resolved.
How to apply
- Complete the necessary eight hours of continuing education credits required for your profession.
- Visit the official Ministry of Health and Welfare licensing portal.
- Submit your renewal report (known locally as 면허신고) through the online system.
- Verify that your submission has been processed correctly to prevent any automatic suspension of your license.