Jammu/New Delhi: Dr Raghav Langer, Secretary (Joint Secretary level) of the National Medical Commission (NMC), represented India at the 114th Annual Meeting of the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) held in Baltimore from April 30 to May 2, 2026.
He was accompanied by Dr M. K. Ramesh, President of the Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB), NMC.
The prestigious gathering, themed “Building Trust, Advancing Regulation,” brought together medical regulators and healthcare leaders from across the United States to discuss key issues relating to medical regulation, licensing, ethics, patient safety and the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare.
First-Ever Invitation to NMC as Special Invitee
This was the first time the National Medical Commission was invited to attend the FSMB Annual Meeting as a special invitee, underscoring India’s expanding role in global medical regulation.
The NMC currently oversees one of the world’s largest medical education ecosystems, with 818 medical collegesacross India.
During the meeting, the Indian delegation interacted with key FSMB leaders, including:
- Dr George M. Abraham, Chair of FSMB
- Dr Humayun J. Chaudhry, President and CEO of FSMB
Key Institutional Visits in the United States
The NMC delegation also visited several leading medical regulatory and academic institutions, including:
- National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), Philadelphia
- Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
- FSMB headquarters in Washington, D.C.
At NBME, discussions with Dr Peter J. Katsufrakis focused on:
- Licensing examination systems
- Assessment frameworks
- Faculty development
- Content design
- Modern testing technologies
NBME is internationally known for co-developing the United States Medical Licensing Examination in partnership with FSMB.
Discussions with ECFMG on Opportunities for Indian Medical Graduates
On the sidelines, the delegation met Dr Eric Holmboe, President and CEO of the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates.
The discussions covered:
- ECFMG certification
- Sponsor notes
- Credential verification
- Coordination between ECFMG/Intealth and NMC
- International pathways for Indian medical graduates
ECFMG certification remains a crucial requirement for international medical graduates seeking entry into accredited residency programmes in the United States.
Engagement with IAMRA and Indian-Origin Regulators
The NMC delegation also held meetings with representatives of the International Association of Medical Regulatory Authorities (IAMRA), including Chair Ms Nicole Krishnaswami.
Interactions were also held with doctors of Indian origin serving in regulatory roles across U.S. state medical boards.
Key themes discussed included:
- Clinical residency pathways
- Board certification
- Interstate licensure mobility
- Opportunities for internationally trained physicians
NMC’s Ongoing Reforms Under Dr Abhijat C. Sheth
Under the leadership of Dr Abhijat C. Sheth, the National Medical Commission has undertaken major reforms, including:
- Strengthening the National Medical Register
- Benchmarking standards against global best practices
- Improving assessment systems
- Expanding cooperation with international regulators
Who Is Raghav Langer?
Dr Raghav Langer is a 2009-batch IAS officer of the Uttarakhand cadre and currently serves as Secretary (Joint Secretary level) in the National Medical Commission.
Educational Background
- MBBS from Government Medical College Jammu
- Master’s in Public Policy and Management from Indira Gandhi National Open University
- Secured All India Rank 21 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2009
Career Highlights
- Divisional Commissioner, Jammu
- Deputy Commissioner of Pulwama and Kathua
- Secretary, Planning and Development, Jammu & Kashmir
- Director, Ministry of Jal Shakti
- Secretary, National Medical Commission (since March 2025)
Born on May 16, 1982, Langer hails from Jammu and is widely recognized for his administrative leadership and public policy expertise.
