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Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery-What Does Certification Mean?
Steven J Weissbart1, Alan J Wein2, Ariana L Smith3
1Stony Brook University School of Medicine, Health Sciences Tower, Level 9 Rm 040, Stony Brook, NY, 11794, USA. steven.weissbart@stonybrookmedicine.edu.
Current Urology Reports
|March 21, 2018
Summary
Subspecialty certification in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) offers benefits like improved training and expert identification, but also potential drawbacks such as unnecessary qualifications and weakened residency programs.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS)
Background:
- Subspecialty certification in FPMRS, the second in urology, necessitates understanding its healthcare system impact.
- Pelvic floor disorders significantly affect quality of life and are increasing with an aging population.
Observation:
- FPMRS subspecialty certification presents both advantages and disadvantages.
- Potential benefits include enhanced training, expert identification, and improved patient outcomes.
Findings:
- Potential drawbacks encompass unnecessary certification for some, weakened residency training, and limited physician qualification for specific treatments.
- Literature review highlights the history and debated effects of FPMRS subspecialty certification.
Implications:
- High-quality FPMRS care is crucial due to the rising prevalence of pelvic floor disorders.
- Further research is required to determine the precise impact of FPMRS subspecialty certification on patient outcomes.
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