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The American Board of Physician Specialties Offers a Choice in Certification for Anesthesiologists with the Board of Certification in Anesthesiology (BCA)

The ABPS Offers a Choice in Anesthesiology CertificationIt’s safe to say that anesthesiologists are involved in a majority of the more than 40 million surgical procedures carried out under anesthetic each year in the United States. However, these specialists play a much wider role than putting people to sleep for surgery. They are also involved in carrying out assessments in critical care units, dealing with emergency situations, and giving advice about pain management. As valued physician specialists critical to safe and effective patient care, anesthesiologists deserve to be recognized for their continued contributions to the nation’s health care system

Although board certification is not required to practice medicine, the certification process serves as a definitive way for physician specialists to earn recognition for their expertise. As one of the medical profession’s most highly esteemed credentials, certification is proof that a physician has completed years of intensive training and is conversant in a specialty’s core concepts and clinical best practices.

At the American Board of Physician Specialties® (ABPS), we offer qualified anesthesiologists board certification through our Member Board, the Board of Certification in Anesthesiology (BCA). The ABPS is a nationally recognized multi-specialty certifying body, with Diplomates practicing at prestigious institutions across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. As with any of our specialty boards, certification with the BCA:

  • Is a reliable indicator of an anesthesiologist’s ability to care for patients in a compassionate and professional manner
  • Makes anesthesiologists more marketable to hospitals and other employers, which are increasingly showing a preference for board-certified physicians
  • Increases a physician’s opportunities for positions of more responsibility and higher earnings
  • Reveals a professional commitment to abide by the ABPS medical code of ethics

Ultimately, certification with the BCA can lead to better patient care. By offering psychometrically tested standards designed to ensure the best patient care possible, the BCA is a leading choice for certification in anesthesiology. To learn more, including details about the BCA’s eligibility requirements, contact the ABPS.

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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.

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
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
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