Vice President, Continuing Certification American Board of Pediatrics
Description: This session has something for everyone. Whether you are just learning about board certification or you are deeply involved in managing a certification program, this session is perfect for you. It will paint a broad overview of board certification and help you understand the “big picture.” The session will offer an understanding of certification from multiple perspectives, including physicians, hospitals, and the public. You’ll learn the history, value, and importance of the credential, along with the key components of a certification program. From public trust to program requirements, research to primary source verification, and standards to subspecialties, you will expand your knowledge and understanding of certification, as well as the significant role the American Board of Medical Specialties plays in health care. Grab breakfast and bring it along.
This session is in person only.
Citations and Literature References (if none, write n/a): n/a Consumer research and continuing certification behavioral research citations will be referenced in the presentation.
Learning Objectives:
Describe the role of board certification in health care
Understand the value of board certification across stakeholders
Identify the key elements of the board certification process
Learn how use of a baseline self-assessment and metrics can help certification programs evaluate compliance, support programs, and program effectiveness.
Understand the purpose of a defined set of metrics to assess implementation of new ABMS Standards and to ensure high-quality certification programs
