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American Board of Radiology November 29, 2009 RSNA - RC 102

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Don't hesitate to comment below if you have any questions or additional phrases American Board of RadiologyNovember 29, 2009RSNA - RC 102 ,ABR - Part of the quality movement, and how it will help you.Dennis Balfe, M.D.Gary Becker, M.D.Jim Borgstede, M.D.N. Reed Dunnick, M.D. ,Agenda Transition to EOF Dunnick Primary Certification Balfe Maintenance of Certification Borgstede External Environment Becker Including ABMS Questions ,American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Established 1933 ABR established 1934 24 member boards Overarching governing body ,Among the 24 Member Boards Radiology is “medium large.” Working to reduce expenses. Playing an increasingly influential role. ,ABMS Member Boards2007 Certificates ABIM13,062 Pediatrics 3,221 Family Medicine 2,872 Psych & Neuro 2,570 Radiology 1,842 Radiology ranks 6th by revenue. ,Time-Limited Certification Field evolves Practice changes Remote certification obsolete Must “recertify” ,ABMS MandatesTime Limited Certification All 24 member boards Maintenance of Certification Continue to lead quality Attain “deemed status” ,ABR Last lifetime certificate 2001 8,412 time limited in DR 1,129 time limited in RO 1,885 time limited in RP ,Current Exam Structure Physics 2, 3 or 4th year General Content 3 or 4th year Oral4th year Maintenance of Certification ,Current Exam Deficiencies Requires candidates to be “competent” in entire field. Radiology has grown dramatically No one can master it all “Binge and purge” approach Not durable learning ,Emphasis on fact retention and pattern recognition Unrealistic exam format Poor face validity Intimidating exam setting ,Physics Scores Falling Can take exam 3 years not studying first time? Considered a hurdle, not necessary knowledge Physics teaching inconsistent ,Exam of the Future (EOF) Residents entering July 2010 Computer based Practical Image rich Core and certifying exams ,Physics Improve teaching Learning modules Bill Hendee, Ph.D. RSNA supported Include physics in exams Core Certifying Make items more clinical Ph.D. / M.D. teams write items ,EOF Comprehensive core exam will cover entire field. Certifying exam will include basic radiology but focus on intended area(s) of practice. Culture of life-long-learning. ,International Medical Graduates (IMG’s) Physicians whose radiology training was outside U.S. and Canada. Significant minority of practicing physicians. Need pathway to board certification and maintenance of certification. ,International Medical Graduates 243,457IMG physicians 25.8% of practicing physicians 28.5% of physicians in training ,Must have alternate pathway State Medical Licensure Healthcare organization Quality Reimbursement ,ABR Alternate Pathway Four (4) continuous years in a radiology department with residency training program. any combination of faculty or trainee Access to educational materials. Department Chair is “program director” Must pass all examinations. physics written orals