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ABPN Statement Regarding DSM-5-TR

The ABPN will adapt its examination specifications and content to conform to DSM-5-TR.

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Introducing the new Article-Based Continuing Certification Pathway

The ABCC Pathway option provides greater flexibility to ABPN diplomates in meeting the Continuing Certification Part III assessment requirement. The ABCC Pathway for Continuing Certification is now available in the Physician Portal.

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ABPN Educational Grants Allow Diplomates Access to CME Resources

ABPN diplomates, regardless of areas of subspecialty certification or society membership, now have access to additional self-assessment and CME options from select professional societies at either typical member pricing or at no cost.

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DEI-related CME Activities and Other Areas of Special Interest

Affiliated professional societies are offering educational activities related to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DEI), Unconscious Bias and COVID. The ABPN will be promoting these topics and will continually update the list with program details from other professional organizations.

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Approved CC Activities List for Continuing Certification

Use the ABPN Approved CC Activities List to search for practice-relevant Self-Assessment, Improvement in Medical Practice (PIP) and Patient Safety activities.

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Search for a Board Certified Psychiatrist or Neurologist

Use the ABPN verifyCERT® system to identify physicians who have been certified by the ABPN (ABPN Diplomates) and to view the status of their certificates.

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For candidates and diplomates LOG IN HERE to apply for an exam or Update and track MOC information.

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For the public and credentialers, search for Board certified physicians and verify certification status.

Upcoming Deadlines View All Deadlines
  • 11/15 Addiction Psychiatry CC

  • 11/15 Forensic Psychiatry CC

  • 11/22 Consultation-Liaison CC

  • 11/22 Geriatric Psychiatry CC

  • 11/29 CC Combined Examinations-Psychiatry

*All deadlines based on 11:59 pm CST

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ABPN November 2022 Quarterly Update for Diplomates
ABPN August Quarterly Update for Diplomates
ABPN Names Dr. Jeffrey Lyness as President and CEO
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