Becoming Certified
Earning board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) is a significant milestone in your medical career, demonstrating your commitment to the highest standards of patient care, professionalism and medical knowledge.
Whether you are pursuing initial certification in internal medicine or advancing your expertise with a subspecialty certification, these step-by-step resources are designed to support you on your path to certification and beyond.
A Snapshot of the Process
What Certification Will Mean for You, Your Practice and Your Patients
Research indicates that ABIM Board Certified physicians make fewer diagnostic errors, are more likely to adhere to recommended guidelines, demonstrate lower patient mortality rates and stay current in their medical knowledge.