Initial Certification Research

ABPMR Research on Candidate Performance

This study looked at the correlation between raw scores on the SAE-R and scaled scores on the ABPMR Part 1 Examination. The conclusion was that SAE-R scores provide some information on the likelihood of passing ABPMR Part I, meaning the SAE-R can be used as a tool to give residents an idea of their level of knowledge.

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"Does the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Self-Assessment Examination for Residents Predict the Chances of Passing the Part 1 Board Certification Examination?" Massagli TL, Gittler MS, Raddatz MM, Robinson LR. PMR. 2016 Jun 16. pii: S1934-1482(16)30191-5.