A lot of medical staff bylaws restrict board certification to American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and its member boards—again, sometimes unintentionally. Doing so blocks physicians certified by osteopathic boards, non-U.S. boards, and any new boards created not under ABMS.
Physician leaders are pressed for time. The Medical Executive Committee Manual provides them the knowledge and tools to confidently and effectively carry out their responsibilities. With this manual, MEC members will understand important medical staff functions, such as...
The medical staff bylaws and associated documents outline how the medical staff will organize and govern itself to carry out its board-delegated responsibilities to ensure the quality of care, which primarily depends on individuals granted privileges. At a minimum, they outline the credentialing...
Advanced practice professionals (APP) can bring valuable insight to medical staff committee roles and reduce the pressure on physician leaders to take on more than they can chew.
Daily news reports highlight the growing need for increased medical care of the Baby Boomer generation. Within your medical staff community though, the discussion is probably not focused on the Baby Boomers as patients, but rather as the ones providing the care.
Credentialing Resource Center Journal - Volume 25, Issue 5
