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Are You a Physician Who Needs to Certify or Recertify in 2016?

2016 Certification ScheduleWith 2016 right around the corner, the American Board of Physician Specialties® urges physicians who are interested in pursuing board certification or recertification next year to familiarize themselves with our future exam administration schedule. This is especially important because several of our examinations will only be offered once, in May 2016, and the deadline to register for these examinations is quickly approaching – December 1, 2015. It is extremely important that ABPS Diplomates and interested physician candidates apply prior to this deadline in order to have the opportunity to certify or recertify next year.

The following specialty examinations will be offered in May 2016:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Diagnostic Radiology
  • Family Medicine Obstetrics
  • Internal Medicine
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Emergency Medicine (recertification only)

The following specialty examinations will be offered in October 2016 with an application deadline of April 1, 2016:

  • Dermatology
  • Disaster Medicine
  • Emergency Medicine (certification and recertification)
  • Family Practice
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Urgent Care

For more information about this new schedule, click here.

The American Board of Physician Specialties has a proud history of recognizing highly qualified physicians for their leadership and expertise in their specialty area. We want our Diplomates and all prospective candidates to be fully aware of our new examination schedule so that no one misses the relevant application deadline. Furthermore, if you are currently board certified through either the ABMS or AOA, you should know that you are eligible to recertify with us. To learn more about the benefits to board certification through the ABPS, as well as our certification and recertification process, contact us today. The ABPS is the official certifying body of the American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc.® and is headquartered in Tampa, FL.

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Medical organizations throughout North America understand that our rigorous certification standards prove that ABPS Diplomates are capable of delivering the best patient care possible.

When I think historically, advancement in medicine and patient safety and care has been driven by the diversity of people and scientific thought. That’s what I found at the ABPS and more. For over 60 years that is just who we are. I found a physician certifying body that provides a choice and voice to all physicians ensuring that patients are always placed first.

Jerry Allison, MD
Emergency Medicine
When I decided to pursue a full time role as a physician executive it was important to me to obtain additional professional training, education and work experience. Board certification through the ABPS in Administrative Medicine is validation of my efforts and a demonstration of dedication to professional development. We need more physicians to become full time health care executives, knowing there is a board certification option in Administrative Medicine encourages physicians to take the leap from full time clinical practice to healthcare organizational leadership.

Richard Paula, MD
Administrative Medicine
The American Board of Physician Specialties has provided me with the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of internal medicine through board certification. As a hospitalist, board certification is an expected credential, and hospitals recognize the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) as one of the three standard credentialling bodies for Internal Medicine. Additionally, the ABPS has helped me develop leadership skills as a Board member and Committee Chairperson. ABPS has also helped me sharpen critical thinking skills as a test question developer and reviewer. The Allopathic (MD) and Osteopathic (DO) physicians in the ABPS are lifelong learners and frequently pursue multiple board certifications. I enjoy the camaraderie of my peers in ABPS.

Loren Jay Chassels, DO
Internal Medicine
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