Maintenance of Certification for Diagnostic Radiology

Continuing Certification Exam

Last verified on May 16, 2023
 

The Continuing Certification Exam for diagnostic radiology is a computer-based exam. The 200-question exam includes Essentials of Diagnostic Radiology and clinical practice areas selected by the diplomate. Essentials of Diagnostic Radiology includes basic knowledge every radiologist should know (for example, recognizing child abuse, pneumothorax, shock bowel, and subdural hematoma). The clinical practice areas available are breast, cardiac, gastrointestinal, general radiology, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, neuroradiology, nuclear, pediatric, thoracic, ultrasound, and vascular and interventional radiology.

The Continuing Certification Exam for diagnostic radiology subspecialties is a computer-based exam. The 200-question exam includes Essentials of Diagnostic Radiology (see description above) and clinical content from the area of subspecialty certification (nuclear radiology, neuroradiology, or pediatric radiology).

The Continuing Certification Exam is needed only in limited situations. Anyone who has questions may send an email to information@theabr.org or call (520) 790-2900.

Continuing Certification Exam dates are available on the diagnostic radiology exam calendar.