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Certification

Nuclear Medicine Physicians

Certification Description
There are eighteen approved specialty boards of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). While they set the standards and do the testing, the American Osteopathic Association through its certifying body, the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists, issues the certifications for all osteopathic physicians.

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathic Board of Nuclear Medicine
http://www.aobnm.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Nuclear Medicine Website

Certification Description
Radiation Oncology is that branch of radiology that consists of the treatment of human disease by the use of roentgen rays, radium, natural and artificial radioactive substances.

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathic College of Radiology
http://www.aocr.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Radiation Oncology Website

Certification Description
CPE is the certification of choice for physician leaders. Endorsed by the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE), the credential is becoming the benchmark for CEOs and executive recruiters seeking the most accomplished and influential health care leaders. The CPE certification after your name speaks to your commitment to excellence, and can be a valuable asset toward advancing your career and enhancing your credibility. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll feel when you achieve this exclusive pinnacle in your professional life. When you add CPE to your signature and resume, it tells prospective employers that you have distinctive competencies and skills of value to organizations in the health care industry.

Certifying Organization
Certifying Commission in Medical Management
http://www.ccmm.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Physician Executive Website

Certification Description
A candidate who has received the MD degree and has passed the required examinations is eligible for the National Board certification as a Diplomate.

Certifying Organization
National Board of Medical Examiners
http://www.nbme.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate Website

Certification Description
The objective of combined residency training in internal medicine and nuclear medicine is to produce physicians with broad-based training in internal medicine and nuclear medicine for careers in clinical practice, teaching, research or administration in internal medicine and nuclear medicine.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Internal Medicine
http://www.abim.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Internal Medicine / Nuclear Medicine Website

Certification Description
A physician certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine has fulfilled the prerequisites for training, has been certified by the director of his or her residency training program as competent in clinical nuclear medicine, and has made application for and successfully completed a qualifying written examination encompassing the medical uses of radioactive materials and related physical sciences, thereby demonstrating qualifications for excellence in the practice of nuclear medicine.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Nuclear Medicine
https://www.abnm.org/

Certification Details
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes

Nuclear Medicine Certificaiton Website

Certification Description
The ABPS's radiation oncology board certification exams enable successful candidates to present themselves to the public as qualified medical specialists in radiation oncology. Completing the radiation oncology board certification exams indicates mastery of radiation oncology experience and knowledge, as well as a professional commitment to adhere to the ABPS Medical Code of Ethics.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Physician Specialties
http://www.abpsus.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 8 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Radiation Oncology Website

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