What goes into creating an appropriate question for an ABR computer-based exam? More than you might think. In this video, current and former volunteers who have worked on content explain the exacting process that ensures rigor and fairness on Initial Certification exams.
By Matthew A. Crain, MD As a first-year diagnostic radiology resident at the Wexner Medical Center at The Ohio State University, I am in an interesting position to reflect on how I chose this fascinating specialty as well as envision the field’s amazing future. The moment I was able to “see” in x-ray images the…
The start of a new year is a good point to reflect on the recent past and look to the future. ABR Executive Director Brent Wagner, MD, MBA, recently took time to address questions about a few of the organization’s accomplishments and opportunities. The new Diagnostic Oral Certifying Exam is coming in a couple of…
Before he sat down to take the ABR Diagnostic Radiology Qualifying (Core) Exam in June, Ali Tejani, MD, did all the prep work. The UT Southwestern Medical Center resident put in years of study, supplemented by case-based lectures at his program, materials provided by the ABR, and other sources. He completed the ABR’s Exam Readiness…
Our most valuable feedback comes from our candidates and diplomates. We engage with our stakeholders in many different ways, including through Continuing and Initial Certification Advisory Committees. These videos feature members of our four Initial Certification Committees discussing how and why they volunteer for us. Diagnostic radiology Interventional radiology Medical physics Radiation oncology
When asked what he thinks of rotating off his ABR Trustee spot after two terms and eight years this October, Brian Davis, MD, PhD, turned to the world of music and movies for a reply. “Well, what is the song? ‘Breaking Up Is Hard to Do.’ That’s one,” he said. “Then there’s the line from…
The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Board of Directors approved new Standards for Continuing Certification at its October meeting last week. Continuing Certification used to be known as Maintenance of Certification. For American Board of Radiology diplomates, almost all of the language in the new Standards is consistent with our existing programs. Specifically, there…
The ABR is a not-for-profit organization and member of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Our mission is to certify that our diplomates demonstrate the requisite knowledge, skill, and understanding of their disciplines to the benefit of patients. Our vision is to positively impact the lives of all patients as the foremost trusted certifying body assuring the highest standards of specialty expertise and professionalism in the radiological sciences.