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Gastroenterology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

The Specialty Board discussed the LKA in greater detail, as well as the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in assessment development and the integration of public members in ABIM Governance. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N. The LKA is not available in transplant hepatology.)

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HHS Eliminates CDC Staff Who Made Sure Birth Control Is Safe for Women at Risk

Physician's Weekly

But for women with conditions that put them at higher risk of serious health complications, special care is needed. The 2024 guidelines also for the first time included birth control recommendations for women with chronic kidney disease. “They left nothing behind,” one worker said.

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Medical Oncology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Special Announcement The Medical Oncology Board is seeking a physician practicing in a non-university/community setting to join for a three-year term starting July 1, 2026. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N. Visit the ABIM Blog for reports of prior meetings. Applications are due July 20, 2025.

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NIH to Fund $10M in Long-Term Health Studies After Ohio Train Disaster

Physician's Weekly

Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, where the derailment occurred, have pressed the government to do more to answer questions about the mental and physical health effects of the disaster — from post-traumatic stress to cancer. In 2024, the NIH funded six short-term research projects totaling over $1 million.

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Nephrology Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Lieske, MD , raised concerns about how new government policies may affect international medical graduates and health equity work at ABIM. In 2024, 77% of ABIM Board Certified nephrologists due for an assessment opted for the LKA over the traditional, 10-year MOC exam. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N. Siddharta G.

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Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

See the discussion on the Special Consideration IMG (International Medical Graduates) Pilot Pathway below.) In 2024, 77% of eligible ABIM Board Certified endocrinologists who chose an assessment opted for the LKA over the traditional, 10-year MOC exam. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N.

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Insurers Fight State Laws Restricting Surprise Ambulance Bills

Physician's Weekly

According to a 2024 national survey by KFF, a health information nonprofit that includes KFF Health News, 63% of people who work for private employers and get health insurance through their jobs have self-funded plans , which aren’t state-regulated. Jared Polis, who is also a Democrat, vetoed it, citing the fear of rising premiums.