How the American Board of Physician Specialties Helps Further the Careers of Diplomates
The American Board of Physician Specialties® offers physician board certification that meets the public’s evolving healthcare needs and helps physicians achieve career success. Recognized in the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook as a premier choice for physician certification, the ABPS advocates for its Diplomates, their patients, and the public at large by promoting high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
Why ABPS Board Certification Is a Trusted Credential
To become certified by the ABPS, physicians must satisfy stringent eligibility requirements and successfully complete a rigorous examination process. It’s no surprise that only highly skilled and dedicated physicians earn ABPS certification. Fittingly, more hospitals and medical facilities across the nation, in both urban and rural areas, are relying on the Diplomates of our diverse specialty boards to provide medical care for their patients. But at the ABPS, we know that the industry continues to evolve, so we work tirelessly with practice management groups, legislators, and other industry influencers to ensure our Diplomates have a strong voice in their community. We also make sure they receive ongoing education and training to keep abreast of the advancements in their specialty.
Essentially, ABPS Diplomates are members of a distinguished group of physicians committed to providing better and safer patient care. They exchange information about clinical experiences and best practices and take advantage of abundant leadership opportunities within the ABPS community.
‘ABPS Gives Its Members Opportunities’
Diplomate Leslie Mukau, MD, can attest to the benefits of ABPS certification: “The ABPS
gives its members unique opportunities to learn and develop professionally. I have been practicing emergency medicine for over 27 years and have been privileged to be a member of this fabulous organization. Through ABPS I have developed tremendously in my professional career, becoming a consummate practitioner of my trade, a physician leader, and a published clinical researcher.”
Board Certification Yields Several Benefits for Physician Specialists
As more healthcare organizations prioritize hiring board-certified physicians, the advantages of obtaining certification become more evident. Certification acts as a method for both current and prospective employers to confirm a physician’s credentials and recognize that doctor as a qualified candidate for new career opportunities. Beyond enhancing a physician’s potential for higher earnings, board certification also:
- Boosts physicians’ confidence in their specialized knowledge and skills.
- Encourages continuous education, helping physicians remain current with developments in their field.
- Garners recognition and respect from peers within the medical community.
- Signals a physician’s dedication to providing outstanding patient care.
Seeking Medical Specialty Certification? Apply to the ABPS
If you are a licensed physician who is considering becoming board certified in your specialty, the ABPS encourages you to apply to one of our Member Boards. We offer certification in traditional fields like family medicine and dermatology as well as emerging specialties like disaster medicine and integrative medicine.
The ABPS maintains rigorous eligibility requirements. While these requirements differ from specialty to specialty, all ABPS Member Boards share specific requirements, such as:
- Being in conformity with the Code of Ethics of the ABPS, being known in the community as an ethical member of the profession, and being an active practitioner in the specialty for which you’re seeking certification
- Having graduated from a recognized U.S., Canadian, or international allopathic or osteopathic college of medicine. International graduates must also hold a valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) Certificate.
- Holding a valid and unrestricted license(s) to practice medicine in the United States, U.S. territories, or Canada.
Contact the ABPS today to learn more about our certification boards or for information about our eligibility requirements.