Subspecialty Certification
2024 Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination Results
Congratulations to the 24 newly certified Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physicians!
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Primary Certification
SCIM and PRM Initial Certification Exams to be Offered Every Other Year
Beginning in 2025, the ABPMR will offer the initial certification exams for Spinal Cord Injury Medicine (SCIM) and Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) every other year.
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Announcing a New and Improved Platform for Longitudinal Assessment (LA) for PM&R Beginning in 2025
The ABPMR is excited to announce a new and improved platform for Longitudinal Assessment (LA) for PM&R beginning in 2025!
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Primary Certification
2024 Part II Examination Results
In April 2024, the Part II Examination was administered to 517 candidates. Congratulations to the 440 newly-certified PM&R physicians!
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Part I Practice Analysis Completed
In 2023, a practice analysis was completed to update the Part I Examination content outline. Click for more information about the resulting outline and content weights, including the process for developing the outline.
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Other Research
Early Career PM&R Diplomates: Apply to be an ABMS Visiting Scholar
The ABPMR Foundation has committed to sponsoring an ABMS Scholar for the 2024-2025 academic year. The ABMS Visiting Scholars Program™ supports the research of early-career physicians and research professionals and facilitates leadership development through engagement with ABMS and the broader certification community.
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Part II Examination Video Resources
Take a look at our Part II Examination video resource showcase that covers a wide variety of content including scoring, study tips, mock exams, practice vignettes and more.
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Resources
2023 End-of-Year-Reminders
2023 is coming to a close in just a few weeks! See reminders for the end of the year, including completing requirements, LA-PM&R reminders, ABPMR holiday hours, and more.
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LA-PM&R: Articles Available for Quarter 4 Selection Beginning October 1
We are excited for the opportunity this gives LA-PM&R users to read important studies in the field, as well as the value it adds to your assessment and learning.
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Initial Certification Research
Published: Taking Leave During Residency
Click here to read more about the types of absences and subsequent delays and variations in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Medical Board Pass Rates.
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Published: Comparison of State Board Disciplinary Actions in Board-Certified Versus Non-Board-Certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians
A research team led by Lawrence R. Robinson, MD, recently had their research article on disciplinary action in board certified versus non-board-certified physicians published ahead of print in the PM&R Journal. Read Dr. Robinson's summary of the research and see the full article here.
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Initial Certification Research
Published: Why do Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians Lose Board Certification?
Why Do Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physicians Lose American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Certification? Click to read the research article conducted by a team of ABPMR physiatrists.
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2022 End-of-Year Reminders
2022 is coming to a close in just a few weeks! See reminders for the end of the year, including completing requirements, LA-PM&R reminders, ABPMR holiday hours, and more.
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CC
2021 CC Survey Results Preview
In 2021, we asked all ABPMR diplomates to share their feedback on the new CC (Continuing Certification) Program, including their thoughts on LA-PM&R (longitudinal assessment for PM&R), QI, professionalism, and other requirements. Click to see a preview of the survey results!
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2021 End-of-Year Reminders
2021 is coming to a close in just a few weeks! See reminders for the end of the year, including completing requirements, LA-PM&R reminders, ABPMR holiday hours, and more.
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Exam Results
2021 Sports Medicine Examination Results
This summer, the Sports Medicine Examination was given to 28 first-time candidates. See the examination statistics and the names of the newly-certified physicians!
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On My Timeline: CME
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allows you to demonstrate that you’re keeping current with the latest education and innovation in the field. Read how to use your Certification Dashboard and other ABPMR resources to find, track, and report your credits to meet your certification requirements.
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Exam Results
2020 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Results
In October 2020, the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Examination was administered to 13 first-time candidates. Click to read the exam statistics and see the names of the newly-certified physicians in HPM!
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Part II Examination Results 2020
In September, October, and November 2020, the Part II Examination was administered to 442 candidates. Click to read the exam statistics and the names of the newly-certified physicians in PM&R!
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Exam Results
2020 Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination Results
On November 23, 2020, the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination was given to 16 first-time candidates. See the examination statistics and the names of the newly-certified physicians!
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2020 Sports Medicine Examination Results
This summer and winter, the Sports Medicine Examination was given to 32 first-time candidates. See the examination statistics and the names of the newly-certified physicians!
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Exam Results
2020 Brain Injury Medicine Examination Results
On November 23, 2020, the Brain Injury Medicine Examination was administered to 126 first-time candidates. See the examination statistics and the names of the newly-certified physicians!
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Continuing Certification 2021: What It Means For You
As ABPMR diplomates make the transition to the Continuing Certification Program, we want to ensure all diplomates feel prepared in meeting their certification requirements in 2021. Read more about the Continuing Certification Program, time limits within the program, and longitudinal assessment for PM&R.
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Exam Results
2020 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination Results
In November 2020, the Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination was administered to 18 first-time candidates. Read more about the examination and see the names of the newly-certified physicians!
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New Certification Dashboard Preview
The new Certification Dashboard will launch in January 2021 for ABPMR–certified physicians to view and access all their continuing certification requirements. Read more about the dashboard and how it simplifies continuing certification!
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Subspecialty Certification
COVID-19 Extensions for Subspecialty Assessments
Because of the ABPMR decision to allow for requirement extensions due to COVID-19, no diplomate will lose certification or experience a status change at the end of 2020. How does this affect subspecialty certification? Read this article to find out.
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LA-PM&R Feature Spotlight: Pacing Tool
The new LA-PM&R platform gives participants the ability to set their own goals, deadlines, and frequency of notifications. Learn more about this powerful tool here.
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LA-PMR
LA-PM&R Feature Spotlight: Customization System
The LA-PM&R customization system got even better in 2020. Read more about this powerful tool to design your assessment according to your preferences.
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2020 Part I Examination Results
2020 Part I Examination Results. Results from the ABPMR Part I Examination on August 3, 2020 are now available!
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Subspecialty Certification
Subspecialty E-Badges Now Available for Download
Now you can promote all of your board certifications through ABPMR — simply sign in to your abpmr.org account, click 'User Profile,' and download your badges for use in email signatures, websites, and digital advertising.
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2019 Sports Medicine Examination Results
On November 11-16, 2019, the Sports Medicine Examination was administered to 10 first-time candidates. Read more, including the names of those newly certified, by clicking below.
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Exam Results
2019 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination Results
On November 4, 2019, the Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination was administered to 18 first-time candidates. Read more, including the names of those newly certified, by clicking below.
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2019 Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination Results
On November 4, 2019, the Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination was administered to 21 first-time candidates. Read more, including the names of those newly certified, by clicking below.
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LA-PMR
Looking Forward to 2020: A New Era in Certification
We've almost arrived: Longitudinal Assessment for PM&R (LA-PM&R) launches next month. Now, we look back on all our preparations and reflect on what this major MOC Program change means for the future of board certification.
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The Future of Certification: Relevance, Value, Continuous Improvement
ABPMR continuing certification is designed to build on your medical training using proven adult learning methods. We invite you to imagine the future of certification with us, when your improvement goals and lifelong learning efforts integrate seamlessly into your practice.
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CC
Here’s How to Display Your Board Certification Status
You worked hard to achieve board certification — and we want to help you show it off. So how do you represent your certification status accurately? Read more here.
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Published: Does performance on the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation initial certification examinations predict future physician disciplinary actions?
Can ABPMR Board Certification predict which physicians have higher (or lower) risk for future state medical board disciplinary actions?
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Initial Certification Research
Published: Is there evidence of gender bias in the oral examination for initial certification by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation?
The ABPMR research team recently published an article in the American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation on gender bias and the Part II (oral) Examination. Click here for a link to the full article and to read a summary.
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2019 ABPMR Part II Examination Results
On May 18-19, 2019, the ABPMR Part II Examination was administered to 418 first-time candidates. Exam result notifications have been sent to all candidates via email. Read the results here, including the names of all newly certified ABPMR diplomates.
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Resources
CertificationMatters.org Helps Patients Find a Board Certified Physician
Board certification has been shown to be an important factor to patients when choosing a physician, according to feedback gathered by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). With these findings in mind, ABMS has launched a new website, [CertificationMatters.org](https://www.CertificationMatters.org), to help patients find a board certified physician.
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2018 Hospice & Palliative Medicine Examination Results
On November 20, 2018, the Hospice & Palliative Medicine Examination was administered by the American Board of Internal Medicine to six first-time candidates applying through the ABPMR. Read more, including the names of newly certified diplomates, by clicking below.
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Exam Results
2018 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination Results
On November 7, 2018, the ABPMR Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination was administered to 21 first-time candidates. Read more, including the names of newly certified diplomates, by clicking below.
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2018 Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination Results
On November 7, 2018, the ABPMR Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination was administered to 18 first-time candidates. Read more, including the names of newly certified diplomates, by clicking below.
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Exam Results
2018 Sports Medicine Examination Results
On July 9-14, 2018 and November 5-10, 2018, the Sports Medicine Examination was administered by the American Board of Family Medicine, to a combined total of 47 first-time candidates, applying through the ABPMR. Read more, including the names of newly certified diplomates, by clicking below.
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2018 Neuromuscular Medicine Examination Results
On October 22-26, 2018, the Neuromuscular Medicine Examination was administered by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology to eight first-time candidates applying through the ABPMR. Read more, including the names of newly certified diplomates, by clicking below.
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Exam Results
2018 Brain Injury Medicine Examination Results
On September 24, 2018, the ABPMR Brain Injury Medicine Examination was administered to 120 ABPMR candidates. Click here to read the names of the new diplomates in Brain Injury Medicine.
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Further Thoughts on MOC, CertLink, and a More Continual Certification Process
Want to know more about last week’s announcement from ABPMR regarding CertLink and Continuous Certification? Here’s a little background information for diplomates from ABPMR Board Chair Anthony Chiodo, MD, and ABPMR Executive Director Carolyn Kinney, MD.
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LA-PMR
ABPMR Accelerates CertLink Pilot, Announces Forthcoming Continuous Certification Program
Today we're announcing an acceleration of the CertLink pilot timeline as part of a transition to Continuous Certification. Read more about what we envision, with more details to be released after the pilot concludes in the Spring of 2019.
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2018 Pain Medicine Examination Results
On September 15, 2018, the ABPMR Pain Medicine Examination was administered for both initial certification and maintenance of certification by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Click here to read the names of the new diplomates in Pain Medicine.
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CC
ABPMR and ABMS Respond to Department of Justice Letter
Recently, the Antitrust Division of the United States Department of Justice was written in response to a request for input on state legislation in Maryland that would restrict the use of Maintenance of Certification (MOC) as a quality metric by hospitals and health plans. Read more about the letter, the ABPMR's view, and the response from the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).
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2018 Part I Examination Results
On August 13, 2018, the ABPMR Part I Examination was administered to 497 candidates. Examination results are now available to candidates who log in to their accounts; click through to see pass rate statistics from this year's exam.
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CC
Earned it. Wear it. Download it.
ABPMR diplomates can now download a personalized e-badge to use in email signatures and on websites to highlight their board certification status.
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2018 ABPMR Part II Examination Results
On May 19-20, 2018, the ABPMR Part II Examination was administered to 406 first-time candidates. Read the results here, including the names of all newly certified ABPMR diplomates.
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CC
ABMS Directory Tool Update
The ABMS Continuing Certification Directory™ was launched in January with new features designed to help diplomates who are searching for continuing medical education (CME) activities.
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2017 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination Results
The Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination was administered on November 6, 2017. Results as well as a list of physicians who are newly certified in Spinal Cord Injury Medicine can be found here.
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Exam Results
2017 Sports Medicine MOC Examination Results
Physicians maintaining their certification for Sports Medicine took the maintenance of certification examination on November 6-11, 2017. Results of the exam can be found here.
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2017 Sports Medicine Examination Results
The Sports Medicine Examination was administered on November 6-11, 2017. Results as well as a list of physicians who are newly certified in Sports Medicine can be found here.
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Exam Results
2017 Part I Examination Results; Passing Candidates Can Now Apply for Part II
On August 14, 2017, the ABPMR Part I Examination was administered to 498 candidates. Candidate results are now available by logging in to your account, and statistics are posted here and on the ABPMR Exam Statistics page.
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2017 Sports Medicine Examination Results
The Sports Medicine Examination was administered on July 11-15, 2017. Results as well as a list of physicians who are newly certified in Sports Medicine can be found here.
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Exam Results
2017 Sports Medicine MOC Examination Results
Physicians who were renewing their certification for Sports Medicine took the Maintenance of Certification Examination on July 11-15, 2017. Results of the exam can be found here.
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