Board Director News
ABPMR Announces Results of 2025-26 Board of Directors Election: New Member, Board Chair and Vice Chair Named
During the ABPMR Board of Directors winter meeting, elections were held for the one open position on the Board.
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Board Director News
ABPMR Recognizes Volunteers with 10 Years or More of Service
To honor dedicated volunteers, the ABPMR established the Decade Achievement Award. The inaugural recipients were recognized at the fall Item Writing Workshop in Tampa, FL, in November 2024.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Yanira Vazquez-Perez
This month's Volunteer Spotlight highlights Dr. Yanira Vazquez-Perez, who is practicing Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Puerto Rico!
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Physician Features
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Unoma Akamagwuna
This month our Volunteer Spotlight features Dr. Unoma Akamagwuna! Click to read more about her journey into PM&R.
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2024 End-of-Year-Reminders
The end of 2024 is approaching quickly! Here are some important details to remember as the year wraps up, including certification requirements, LA-PM&R enrollment, and ABPMR holiday hours.
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Physician Features
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Oscar Sanchez
This month, our volunteer spotlight shines on Dr. Oscar Sanchez! Click here to learn more about his journey to PM&R.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Suehun Ho
Congratulations to Dr. Suehun Ho, an esteemed volunteer with the ABPMR, on her recent appointment to the Part I Associate Committee. This is a significant achievement that reflects her dedication and expertise.
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Subspecialty Certification
2024 Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Examination Results
Congratulations to the 28 newly certified Spinal Cord Injury Medicine Physicians!
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2024 Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Examination Results
Congratulations to the 24 newly certified Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physicians!
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Physician Features
Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Geoffrey Seidel
This month our Volunteer Spotlight features Geoffrey Seidel, MD. Click to read more about his journey in PM&R!
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In Remembrance of John Francis Ditunno, Jr., MD
The ABPMR remembers former Board Director, Board Chair and PM&R physician Dr. John Francis Ditunno, Jr.
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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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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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Resources
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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2020 End-of-Year Reminders
The end of the year is approaching! Here are some reminders about certification requirements, LA-PM&R, ABPMR holiday hours, and more as 2020 comes to a close.
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Physician Features
Welcome, Paul Zobitz!
The ABPMR is pleased to introduce Paul Zobitz, Director of Operations at ABPMR. Welcome, Paul!
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Virtual Part II Examination FAQ
For the first time in our history, the ABPMR will be administering a virtual Part II Examination for our candidates. Since the May announcement, we have heard some common questions about exam dates and the schedule, how this will affect subspecialty exams, and general logistics — read on for answers.
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ABPMR Commitment to Flexibility for MOC
Recognizing that physiatrists may be concerned about completing MOC requirements due to constraints caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the ABPMR is offering an option to defer requirements due in 2020.
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COVID-19 Resources
This article contains links to information for clinicians and learning opportunities with CME.
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LA-PMR
How Do I Study for LA-PM&R?
Shifting from a high-stakes examination to longitudinal assessment has raised questions, including how to prepare and study for future questions. Read more about how the longitudinal assessment platform is the study tool.
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Physician Features
The ABPMR Appreciates Our Volunteers of 2018-19
The ABPMR acknowledges and thanks the physicians who have volunteered this year in so many capacities in order to strengthen the field of PM&R and its subspecialties.
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ABPMR Strategic Plan: Reaffirmed Mission, Reimagined Vision, Refocused Strategies
After a yearlong planning process, which included internal and external stakeholders, the ABPMR is announcing their renewed strategic plan for the next five years. Read more about the reaffirmed mission, new vision statement, and the key strategic areas of the plan.
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Physician Features
Welcome, Dr Clinchot!
Daniel M Clinchot MD was recently elected as the next ABPMR board director. His first term of service will begin on August 1, 2019. Click through to read about Dr Clinchot's experience in PM&R and Brain Injury Medicine and his long history of service in the field. Welcome, Dr Clinchot!
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ABPMR Announces Retirement of MOC Examination; Implementation of Longitudinal Assessment for MOC
Following a successful longitudinal assessment pilot, the ABPMR is announcing its plans to implement the program one year sooner than previously anticipated — participation in longitudinal assessment will count for the MOC assessment requirement beginning in 2020. Read more details here.
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Board Director News
Meet the Director Video Series
Do you wonder who the ABPMR Board Directors are, and what they have to say about the board’s role in the PM&R field? Get to know the ABPMR Board of Directors by watching the “Meet the Board Directors” video series.
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The Vision Commission, ABMS Implementation Plans, and the ABPMR MOC Program
Recently, the Vision Commission released its final report detailing recommendations for the future of continuous certification. Click to read more about how the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) has responded with an implementation plan and how those plans might affect ABPMR diplomates.
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Physician Features
We Thank Our Volunteers of 2017-18
The ABPMR thanks the many physician volunteers who have given the gift of their time, knowledge, and dedication to the field of PM&R and its subspecialties this year.
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How Did They Get There? Insights into Becoming an ABPMR Board Director
Have you wondered what the duties of a board director are, or how directors came to serve the ABPMR? There are many factors that are considered and a specific process that is followed when ABPMR is electing a new board director.
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