ABMS confirms commitment to board certification, MOC

“Board Certification matters. It has been a hallmark of public and professional trust for the past century and is so today,” the American Board of Medical Specialties stated on its website earlier this week. “But make no mistake. The need to demonstrate professionalism, lifelong learning, assessment, patient safety, and quality improvement—the values that certification represents—does not end with initial certification.” Therefore, maintenance of certification (MOC) is essential, the board stated.

Self-regulation is essential for the ABMS to maintain those values, the statement continued. “We are determined that this will always be true. It is our responsibility to our profession and the public we serve. That is why ABMS remains fully committed to all of the elements of MOC.”

Source: ABMS