Initial Certification Research
Does the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Self-Assessment Examination for Residents Predict the Chances of Passing the Part I Board Certification Examination?
ABPMR diplomate and volunteer Samuel J. Lee, MD, recently led a study examining how scores on the Self-Assessment Examination for Residents (SAE-R) can help predict success on the ABPMR Part I Certification Examination. Using data from 2015 to 2024, the research identifies key score thresholds that may help residents and residency programs better assess board exam readiness.
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Understanding Discordant Board Outcomes
New ABPMR research examines individual and residency program factors associated with differing outcomes on the Part I and Part II Certification Examinations.
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Analysis of Candidate Performance in the Brain Injury Medicine Subspecialty Certification Examination
Read more about the data-driven overview of BIM exam outcomes, trends, and candidate perspectives from 2014–2024.
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Determination of core knowledge and skills for Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine certification: A systematic practice analysis
In 2022, the ABPMR contracted with Professional Services Industries LLC to complete a Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine (PRM) practice analysis.The goal was to develop an updated examination content outline that accurately depicts the knowledge and skills expected for a competent PRM physician following completion of training
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Association of Internship With Performance on American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Certification Examinations
Click to read about how internship experience can influence performance on the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation certification exams.
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