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Rheumatology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Chrostowski, DNP, APR-N, ANP-C , asked whether ABIM will offer continuing medical education (CME) credits through the LKA. Thousands of activities are eligible for both MOC and CME via a collaboration with the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education at cmepassport.org.

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Geriatric Medicine Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Looking at ABIM physicians, 11,374 physicians have been certified in geriatric medicine since it was first offered in 1988, with 4,740 currently maintaining a valid certification. In 2024, 75% of ABIM Board Certified geriatricians who chose an assessment opted for the LKA, while 68% of ABFM geriatricians chose the LKA.

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Hematology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Upgrades to the ABIM website and Physician Portal for 2025, designed to make it easier for both physicians and the public to find information. The group discussed policy shifts and potential implications for graduate medical education and health equity. Above all, ABIM remains focused on its mission.

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Infectious Disease Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Of note, 13,149 physicians have been certified in infectious disease since it was first offered in 1972, with 10,119 certifications still currently valid. A small number of infectious disease physicians are dual-certified, meaning they maintain an additional certification—the largest number (208) in critical care medicine.

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Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Of note, 11,224 physicians have been board certified in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism since the certification was first offered in 1972. In 2024, 77% of eligible ABIM Board Certified endocrinologists who chose an assessment opted for the LKA over the traditional, 10-year MOC exam. APDEM Matthew J.

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Nephrology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

One notable trend was a higher representation of international medical graduates and osteopathic physicians in the specialty. In 2024, 77% of ABIM Board Certified nephrologists due for an assessment opted for the LKA over the traditional, 10-year MOC exam. Additionally, participation in LKA remains a leading choice.