Oklahoma § 59-480 - Short title - Intent - Definitions
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 59-480 — Short title - Intent - Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59-480. Short title - Intent - Definitions
Sections 481 through 518 of Title 59 of the Oklahoma Statutes
shall be known and may be cited as the "Oklahoma Allopathic Medical
and Surgical Licensure and Supervision Act". It is the intent that
this act shall apply only to allopathic and surgical practices and
to exclude any other healing practices. Allopathy is a method of
treatment practiced by recipients of the degree of Doctor of
Medicine, but specifically excluding homeopathy. The terms
medicine, physician and drug(s) used herein are limited to
allopathic practice.
Added by Laws 1994, c. 323, § 1, eff. July 1, 1994.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 59-480
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 59-480 cover?
Section 59-480 ("Short title - Intent - Definitions") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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