One of the goals of the Medical Review Board (MRB) is to review the current Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) physical qualification standards and provide science-based recommendations to modify or add standards, based on up-to-date research and medical practice. FMCSA recognizes that the current physical qualification standards published in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(1-13) do not fully address new medical treatments and recent innovations in medical science.

The MRB began operations in February 2006, with formal deliberations beginning in August 2006. The MRB meets quarterly each year.

As a separate initiative to gather evidence to support FMCSA’s medical programs, the Agency also convenes Medical Expert Panels (MEPs). These independent panels provide scientific advice based on evidence reports developed from systematic reviews of the relevant medical literature. The MEPs provide both review of evidence and expert recommendations for FMCSA to consider when developing new and revised medical standards and guidelines for commercial motor vehicle drivers.

Summary for the July 18, 2008, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the April 7, 2008, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the January 28, 2008, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the July 26, 2007, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the April 25, 2007, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the January 10, 2007, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the November 1, 2006, MRB Public Meeting

Public Meeting With the Medical Review Board - August 31, 2006

Summary for the August 31, 2006, MRB Public Meeting

Summary for the July 20, 2006, MRB Operations Teleconference

Summary for the April 24, 2006, MRB Operations Teleconference