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Board certification in internal medicine and cardiology: Historical success and future challenges

Richard J Baron1, Harlan M Krumholz2, Mariell Jessup3

  • 1American Board of Internal Medicine, Philadelphia, PA.

Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine
|December 30, 2014
PubMed

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Board certification and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) face scrutiny. This article reviews the history of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), its challenges, and future directions for physician self-regulation.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Professional Regulation
  • Cardiology

Background:

  • Physician board certification and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) are under increasing public and professional scrutiny.
  • Current pressures necessitate a re-evaluation of the purpose and evolution of board certification.
  • Understanding the history of board certification is crucial for its future development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To reflect on the historical evolution of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).
  • To examine the specific history of ABIM in Cardiology.
  • To identify current challenges and future directions for ABIM.

Main Methods:

  • Historical review of board certification.
  • Analysis of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and its role in Cardiology.
  • Discussion of contemporary challenges and proposed innovations.

Main Results:

  • Board certification has a rich history as a form of professional self-regulation.
  • The ABIM, particularly in Cardiology, has faced evolving challenges.
  • There is a recognized need for continuous improvement and adaptation in MOC.

Conclusions:

  • Board certification must continue to evolve to meet the needs of both physicians and the public.
  • The ABIM is actively considering new directions to address current challenges.
  • Physician-led standards are essential for maintaining the integrity of medical specialties.

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