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What is it Like to Specialize in Dermatology?
Lori Honeycutt, MD, was first exposed to dermatology practice as a registered nurse at Driscoll Children's Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX. She was amazed at how so many systemic diseases had skin manifestations and how the diagnostic process took that into account. “I loved medicine in general,” she says “but I was also interested in performing surgeries and cosmetic procedures, ...
Dermatologists Have a Choice in Board Certification
The American Board of Physician Specialties® (ABPS) offers qualified and experienced practitioners a choice in dermatology certification through one of its Member Boards, the Board of Certification in Dermatology (BCD). Successful candidates have the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of the core concepts and competencies necessary to provide the highest level of care for patients with skin maladies and other dermatological ...
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Physicians Seeking Certification or Recertification in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Anesthesiology, Radiology, and Dermatology have a Choice
At the American Board of Physician Specialties® (ABPS), we strongly encourage physicians who are seeking certification or recertification in their specialty area to explore all of their options and find a certifying organization that is aligned with their needs and expectations. According to the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook, “To become board certified, candidates must complete a residency ...
About the BCD Exam for Board Certification in Dermatology
The exam for the Board of Certification in Dermatology (BCD) consists of written multiple choice questions. Candidates must pass the computer-based, written exam in order to achieve board certification. The exam is offered twice a year, in May and November, at testing centers throughout the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The exam consists of approximately 200 multiple choice questions, ...
Dermatology Board Certification Eligibility Requirements
There are specific dermatology board certification eligibility requirements in place for Dermatology candidates, but there also are eligibility requirements this specialty shares with others. The baseline requirements for all specialties offered by the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) include owning an unrestricted medical license for every state in which the physician is licensed, annual attestation to the currency of ...
Physician Board Certification in Dermatology Through the ABPS
Physician board certification in Dermatology through the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) is an opportunity for successful candidates to demonstrate their mastery of the experience and knowledge necessary to provide the best possible care for patients suffering from skin maladies and other dermatological issues. It also reveals a professional commitment to abide by the ABPS medical code of ethics ...