Who develops and administers the examination?
ABIM and ABEM develop the Critical Care Medicine certification program. ABIM administers the examination to candidates from both boards at the same time in the same testing centers.
Critical care medicine certification for physicians
The Critical Care Medicine certification program is developed by ABIM and ABEM, and ABIM administers the examination. ABIM candidates must meet its internal medicine certification, training, clinical competence, license and examination requirements.
Sourced facts: the ABIM and ABEM program
The Critical Care Medicine certification program is developed by ABIM and ABEM. Candidates from both boards take the examination at the same time in the same testing centers, and ABIM administers it.
Read the ABIM critical care medicine policyRequirements for ABIM candidates
- Previous certification in internal medicine by ABIM.
- Completion of required formal training.
- Demonstration of clinical competence.
- A valid unrestricted license.
- Passing the examination.
Other physician board pathways
Other ABMS boards, for example anesthesiology, have their own critical care pathways. Confirm the requirements with the relevant board rather than treating the ABIM pathway as the only route.
ABMS specialty and subspecialty certificatesFrequently asked questions
Must ABIM candidates already be certified in internal medicine?
Yes. ABIM candidates must previously be certified in internal medicine by ABIM, complete required formal training, demonstrate clinical competence, hold a valid unrestricted license and pass the examination.
Do other boards have critical care pathways?
Yes. Other ABMS boards, for example anesthesiology, have their own critical care pathways. Confirm the requirements with the relevant board.
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