Changes in board certification could improve vascular surgery training

摘要: Certification in Vascular Surgery (VS) the United States is currently responsibility of American Board (ABS), which also responsible for certification General (GS). The ABS one 24 certifying boards that are members Medical Specialties (ABMS). As such, it those surgeons who found to be qualified after meeting specific training requirements and completing an examination process. VS specifically overseen by (VSB), a component board ABS. Details VSB structure can on their Web site (www.absurgery.org). It should noted individuals, not hospital credentialing or surgeon reimbursement. Accreditation programs Council Graduate Education (ACGME), develops accreditation standards reviews accredited compliance. In GS, this done Residency Review Committee (RRC-Surgery), 26 specialty-specific review committees ACGME. ACGME RRC-Surgery structures (www.acgme.org). establishing minimal programs, but individual certification. However, seeking ABMS must successfully complete ACGME-accredited residency program. Currently, specialty ABS, such primary GS required before secondary