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Becoming Certified
Passing your boards demonstrates that you have met rigorous standards and have the clinical judgment, skills and attitudes essential for the delivery of excellent patient care.
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ABIM's MOC program was created with input from thousands of physicians across the country. It provides doctors with a pathway to know that they are staying current in the medical knowledge they use to treat patients and make important care decisions daily.
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ABIM Board Certification is important for improving patient outcomes

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