Residency/Fellowship News
UPDATE: ABPMR Statement on Impacts of COVID-19 and Time Off During Residency/Fellowship Training
Last March, the ABPMR released a statement relating to time away for residents and subspecialty fellows due to COVID-19. The statement has been updated and clarified for residency training in 2021.
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Virtual Part II Examination: Candidate Safety & Security
As boards have moved their examinations to remote or online processes, some have encountered new challenges to candidate safety and security. Read more about how the ABPMR process for virtual Part II keeps candidate information secure.
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ABPMR COVID-19 Updates
This article will be updated regularly with the latest COVID-19-related news and announcements from the ABPMR.
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Part I Examination: Displaced Candidate FAQ
Here are some questions we’ve been hearing from candidates who were displaced unexpectedly last week. If you’re interested in understanding more context behind how things played out, please read on.
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2020 Part I Examination Seat Displacements
Yesterday, the ABPMR team took swift action after hearing from Pearson VUE about Part I Examination candidates' seats being slated for displacement in August.
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2020 Part II Examination Format & Administration Changes
Today, the ABPMR is pleased to announce changes to the format and administration of the Part II Examination—in addition to the transition to a virtual format and the updated Domain A administration already announced.
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Announcing: Virtual Part II Examination Dates for 2020
You've waited patiently while ABPMR staff worked through the careful process of ensuring adequate numbers of examiners for multiple examination dates this fall. Today, we're pleased to announce three exam dates this fall.
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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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Virtual Part II Examination Infographic
Trying to keep all the details of the upcoming virtual (remote) Part II Examination straight in your mind? You're not alone! Here's an infographic with all the most important details.
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ABPMR Moves Part II Examination To Virtual Administrations This Fall
Due to ongoing uncertainty about the course of COVID-19 this fall, the ABPMR has canceled the in-person 2020 Part II Examination; we are pleased to announce that virtual Part II Examination administrations will be offered this fall.
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What We Know: ABPMR Computer-Based Testing in 2020
The ABPMR has many upcoming computer-based examinations through the end of 2020, and we are working closely with Pearson VUE to understand their current procedures and limitations in place due to COVID-19. Here is the latest.
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ABPMR Guidance for COVID-19 Effects on Residency Training
In making accommodations and amending the usual rules for residency training, the ABPMR is relying on the discretion of PM&R Residency Program Directors. Read more here.
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Context and Considerations for 2020 ABPMR Computer-Based Examinations
Amidst the news about ABPMR examinations and deadlines in the context of COVID-19, it's not always apparent how many factors are being considered during the conversations. This article is intended to give a window into some of the context behind the decisions so far.
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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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ABPMR Postpones 2020 Part II Examination
In response to growing concerns around the global COVID-19 pandemic, the ABPMR decided today to postpone the 2020 Part II Examination to September.
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ABPMR Statement on Impacts of COVID-19 and Time Off During Residency/Fellowship Training
Recognizing that residents and fellows may be subject to quarantine or institutional restrictions related to COVID-19 that may impact time away from training, the ABPMR has temporarily adjusted allowed time away from training to accommodate these realities. Residents and fellows should check with their program directors or coordinators for more information.
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