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Certification

Pathologists

Certification Description
The ABP issues primary certificates in the fields of Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology. Subspecialty certificates are issued in Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Clinical Informatics (in conjunction with the American Board of Preventive Medicine), Cytopathology, Hematology, Dermatopathology (in conjunction with the American Board of Dermatology), Forensic Pathology, Medical Microbiology, Molecular Genetic Pathology (in conjunction with the American Board of Medical Genetics), Neuropathology, and Pediatric Pathology. The ABP also issues certificates attesting to the voluntary recertification of previously certified Diplomates who hold a primary certificate by this Board.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Anatomic Pathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Clinical Pathology Website

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 Pathology
http://www.aobpath.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
● 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

Certification in Laboratory Medicine Anatomic Pathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Chemical Pathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Cytopathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Dermatopathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Forensic Pathology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Hematology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Medical Microbiology Website

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Molecular Genetic Pathology Website

Certification Description
The examination in neuropathology is a one-day, computer-based examination consisting of written and practical sections. The practical section is composed of a microscopic portion (traditional and virtual) and an image section. A candidate must pass both the written and the practical portions of the examination in order to pass the examination. Subject areas covered include, but are not limited to: ul>

  • Diagnostic neuropathology and patient care consultation
  • Theoretical, investigative, and administrative aspects of neuropathology
  • Specimens from the central or peripheral nervous systems, muscles, and organs of special senses
  • Relevant areas of general pathology
  • Certifying Organization
    American Board of Pathology
    http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
    ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

    Certification in Pathology: Neuropathology Website

    Certifying Organization
    American Board of Pathology
    http://www.abpath.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)? Yes
    ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

    Certification in Pathology: Pediatric Pathology Website

    Certifying Organization
    American Osteopathic Board of Pathology
    http://www.aobpath.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? 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 Special Qualifications for Forensic Pathology 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

    Certifying Organization
    American Society for Clinical Pathology
    https://www.ascp.org/content

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

    Diplomate in Laboratory Management Website

    Certification Description
    Endocrine Certification in Neck Ultrasound (ECNU) is a professional certification in the field of neck ultrasound for physicians who perform consultations and diagnostic evaluations for thyroid and parathyroid disorders through both diagnostic ultrasound and ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration (UGFNA). The ECNU credential signifies that an individual has passed the Comprehensive Certification Examination (CCE) and successfully completed the Validation of Competency Process (VCP). Successful candidates can use the ECNU designation after their names.

    Certifying Organization
    American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists
    https://www.aace.com/

    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)? No
    ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

    Endocrine Certification in Neck Ultrasound Website

    Certification Description
    Molecular Genetic Pathology focuses on diagnosing and confirming diagnoses of Mendelian genetic disorders, diseases of human development, infectious diseases, and malignancies, as well as assessing the natural history of those disorders. Molecular Genetic Pathology is recognized as a subspecialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Residency training programs in this subspecialty accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), are one year in duration, and available only to licensed clinical geneticists who are board certified by ABMG or diplomates of the American Board of Pathology. These training programs instruct molecular genetic pathologists in the principles, theory and technologies of molecular biology and molecular genetics. Upon graduation, molecular genetic pathologists can provide information about gene structure, function and alteration and apply laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for individuals with related disorders.

    Certifying Organization
    American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
    http://www.abmgg.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
    ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

    Molecular Genetic Pathology Website

    Certifying Organization
    American Society for Clinical Pathology
    https://www.ascp.org/content

    Certification Details
    ● Education and Training Required? Yes
    ● Work Experience Required? Yes
    ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
    ● Renewal Required? Every 5 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

    Qualification in Cytometry Website

    Certifying Organization
    American Society for Clinical Pathology
    https://www.ascp.org/content

    Certification Details
    ● Education and Training Required? Yes
    ● Work Experience Required? No
    ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
    ● Renewal Required? Every 5 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

    Qualification in Immunohistochemistry Website

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