Application Period Open for Visiting Scholars Program 2025;18(2):12 Residents and early career physicians and physicists are encouraged to apply to become an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Visiting Scholar. The ABR partners with the ABMS to assist candidates and early career diplomates with their research efforts and leadership development. The program facilitates research projects that address pressing…

OLA Scoring Provides Accurate Representation of Diplomates’ Knowledge 2025;18(2):11 By Brooke Houck, PhD, ABR Associate Director of Assessments Research and Strategy Online Longitudinal Assessment (OLA) is a continuous assessment program that allows diplomates to engage in learning over the course of their five-year Continuing Certification Part 3 cycle. Having an OLA passing score in the…

Her Shift to a ‘Day Job’ Took Years of Work By Rodney Campbell, ABR Communications Manager 2024;18(2):9 There are career changes and there are career changes. Two decades ago, ABR volunteer Adina Alazraki, MD, made a huge switch in her work life. After completing training and working in the emergency room as an urgent care…