According to a newly released report, a record one million-plus physicians and medical specialists (diplomates) are certified by an American...
“ABMS recognizes that professionalism is grounded in the social contract between medicine and society. Physicians are afforded autonomy, self-regulation, and...
Policy 1.8 of the American Board of Medical Specialties, adopted by the ABMS Board of Directors and effective on October...
Society expects physicians to put patient needs above their own, respect patient values and preferences, protect patient safety, maintain clinical...
Professionalism is a shared value across the ABMS Member Boards and a core element of ABMS board certification. To preserve...
Certification by a Member Board represents that a diplomate has demonstrated the professionalism, knowledge and skills to practice safely in...
Ultimately, this policy is a start. But for it to have wider impact, the culture of medicine must change how...
The policy will reduce the stress for residents and fellows when dealing with life events and allow them to have...
ABMS announced the adoption of a progressive leave policy that will offer residents and fellows more flexibility, reduce stress, and...
As part of its commitment to address the recommendations made by the Continuing Board Certification: Vision for the Future Commission in...
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