Complementary Pathway for Achieving Board Certification in OEM (Members)-Complementary Pathway for Achieving Residency Certification

Complementary Pathway for Achieving Residency Certification

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Video Summary

In this video transcript, speakers discuss various pathways to achieving board certification in Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM). The Complimentary Pathway allows mid-career physicians to qualify for certification by the American Board of Preventive Medicine without completing a full residency. Requirements include training, MPH or equivalent degree, and practice in OEM. The Training Place program lets individuals train on-site and acquire the necessary experience. Funding for these pathways can be a challenge, and collaboration between programs and institutions is essential for success. The importance of board certification is highlighted for opening up opportunities and enhancing career prospects in OEM. Support and resources are available to help interested individuals navigate the pathways towards certification.

Keywords

board certification

Occupational and Environmental Medicine

OEM

Complimentary Pathway

American Board of Preventive Medicine

mid-career physicians

Training Place program

on-site training

collaboration between programs

career prospects