AOBFP GERIATRIC MEDICINE CAQ EXAMINATION 

APPLICATION  - March 14, 2007 Exam

                   Kissimmee, FL

POSTMARK DEADLINES AND FEES -

Nov. 1    $ 800

Dec.1    $ 1,000

Jan. 1    $ 1,100

Feb. 1    $1,200
 

QUESTIONS?

- Examination Dates

- Eligibility Requirements

 

CONTACT AOBFP - (847)640-8477

Recorded information - (800)390-5801

 

          NOTE –  

Examination Date: March 14, 2007 (Afternoon)
(During ACOFP Convention)

Location: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center - Kissimmee, FL

Eligibility: Requires completion of AOA-approved geriatric medicine fellowship training program

 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 

CAQ EXAMINATION IN OSTEOPATHIC GERIATRICS IN FAMILY MEDICINE 

All applicants must submit the following: 

1.  Completed, signed and dated application 
2.  A recent, original passport-size photograph attached to the application
3. Copy of current state medical license with expiration date for the principle      location of clinical practice

4.  Copy of geriatric family medicine fellowship certificate
5.     Letter of recommendation from Program Director in geriatric family medicine
6.     Copy of letter from AOA granting approval of both years of training in geriatric    medicine and stating that the “program is complete”   

7.  Written verification from the AOA confirming membership in good standing for two consecutive years; contact AOA Membership Services Dept. (800)621-1773 and they will forward directly to the AOBFP 

8.  Applicable examination fee, based on postmark deadline date

 

SUBMIT APPLICATION DOCUMENTS AND FEE IN ONE MAILING WITH ONE OF THE APPLICABLE POSTMARK DEADLINE DATES TO -

            American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians

            330 E. Algonquin Road, Suite 6

            Arlington Heights, IL  60005

            (847)640-8477

 

Postmark Deadlines and Fees

 

INFORMATION FOR THE AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC BOARD OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS SPRING 2007 EXAMINATION FOR CERTIFICATION OF ADDED QUALIFICATIONS IN OSTEOPATHIC GERIATRICS IN FAMILY MEDICINE 

Introduction 

The Geriatric Medicine Examination for a Certificate of Added Qualifications is developed by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians for certified family physicians.  This program is designed to recognize excellence among those certified family physicians who care for the elderly.   

Requirement for Licensure 

A valid, unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state of the United States is required of all candidates.  A photocopy of the medical license in that state of the current practice must be submitted with the application.  Candidates with a restricted or suspended or revoked license in any jurisdiction at the time of application, will not be admitted to the examination.

Substantiation of Clinical Competence

The application must contain substantiation of the Diplomate's satisfactory clinical competence in geriatric family medicine.  This substantiation must be provided by the program director in the geriatric family medicine fellowship training program. 

Prerequisites 

Family physicians must be certified by the AOA, through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians, in family practice and have training in the care of the elderly. 

Training requirement.  Certification by the AOA in family practice and one year of AOA-approved training in geriatric family medicine.  Eligibility for examination for candidates who have completed the training requirement will be six years from the date of completion of the fellowship training program. 

Dates 

The date of the Geriatric Medicine Examination is March 14, 2007.  The completed application must be submitted with all supporting documents no later than one of the applicable postmark deadline dates.  All candidates who have submitted their application prior to the Nov. 1 or  Dec. 1 deadline dates will be notified by late January of their eligibility and scheduling. 

Fees

The applicable examination fee, based on the postmark deadline,  will be payable by check or money order and submitted with the application and supporting documents.  A rescheduling fee will apply for cancellations.   

Address Changes

Registered candidates should notify the Board office, in writing, of any change in address prior to or after the examination. 

Location and Time of Examination 

The examination will be held prior to the ACOFP convention the afternoon of March 14, 2007 in Kissimmee, FL.  The examination will begin at 1:00 p.m. and conclude at about 4:30 p.m., preceded with registration at 12:15 p.m.  

Hotel Accommodations 

A block of rooms will be reserved for the convention.  Additional details regarding hotel accommodations will be provided at a later date. 

Instructions for Completing the Application Packet 

Please read all information before completing the application form.  All of the items on the application form must be filled out completely or your application will not be accepted.  The application must be typewritten or printed legibly.  All supporting documents to be submitted with the application are clearly delineated on the enclosed instruction sheet for all applicants.  Please note that letters of recommendation must be on the official letterhead of the hospital and nursing home and bear original signatures with the title/position of the signer.

Acknowledgement of Acceptance 

All candidates whose applications have been postmarked by the deadline of November 1 or December 1 will be notified by late January. 

THE EXAMINATION 

General Description 

This examination will be a proctored half-day examination consisting of multiple-choice questions of the "one best answer" type.  The Geriatric Family Medicine examination will cover the broad aspects of geriatric family medicine that physicians caring for the elderly are expected to know.  Clinical situations involving diagnosis, etiology, prognosis and natural history of disease and management will be stressed.  Specific areas of emphasis will include:

      Biology and physiology of aging; osteopathic principles and practice in the care of the elderly; demographics of aging; functional assessment of the elderly; ethical issues including life sustaining treatment and care near the end of life; abuse, neglect and inadequate care of the elderly; nutrition; psychosocial issues of the elderly; drug therapy and the elderly; interdisciplinary team management of the elderly; special care issues, which include psychiatric aspects, exercise, orthopedic problems, sexuality, sleep disorders, decubitus ulcers, alcohol and drug abuse, auditory disorders, chronic pain, oral cavity disorders, surgical and anesthesia concerns, falls     and syncope, urinary incontinence and vision and cataracts; health care systems in geriatric family medicine, including long-term care, policy and reimbursement and access to health care; legal issues in geriatrics medicine; rehabilitation of the elderly; diagnosis and treatment of medical diseases that require a modified approach to management of the elderly, including but not limited to disorders of the cardiovascular system, hypertension, peripheral vascular diseases, disorders of the genitourinary system, pulmonary disease, disorders of the immune system, infections, cancer and hematologic conditions, neurologic diseases, endocrine disorders, osteoporosis, fractures, other diseases of bone, rheumatic diseases, gastrointestinal disorders, gynecological disorders and dermatological conditions.     

      There may be clinically oriented questions with case history data included.  In some of these histories, the candidate may be asked to interpret visual material such as physiological data, electrocardiograms, and imaging studies used in caring for the geriatric patient. 

Results 

The candidates will be informed of the results of the examination within 90 days following the examination date.  Two retake examinations are allowed prior to further review by the Board.  Those who passed the examination will receive a certificate of Added Qualifications in Geriatric Family Medicine notating an expiration date of ten years thereafter.  The certificate will be awarded after the AOA Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists gives final approval of the exam process for each candidate.  This approval process will take about six months following the notification of successful completion of the examination.  Upon written request and payment of a fee of $100, candidates may obtain rescoring of the examination within a year of receiving the results.  The answer sheets of candidates will be destroyed three years after administration of the examination. 

CAQ Status 

The AOA awards three types of certificates - general certification (primary), certification of special qualifications (secondary), and a certificate of added qualifications which is the result of this examination.   

Preparation 

The Board can make no specific recommendation about study methods, review courses, etc. to prepare for the examination; however, extensive self study of geriatric family medicine in texts and journals and participation in continuing medical education programs and review courses in geriatric family medicine should be useful.

SUBMIT APPLICATION DOCUMENTS IN ONE MAILING BY ONE OF THE APPLICABLE POSTMARK DEADLINE DATES TO:

                        American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians

                        330 E. Algonquin Rd., Suite 6

                        Arlington Heights, IL  60005

                        (847)640-8477

APPLICATION CHECKLIST:

n       Completed, signed and dated application

n       A recent, original passport-size photograph attached to the application

n       Copy of state medical license with expiration date

n       Copy of geriatric family medicine fellowship certificate

n       Letter of recommendation from Program Director in geriatric family medicine

n       Copy of letter from AOA granting approval of both years of training in geriatric medicine and stating the “program is complete”

n       Written verification from the AOA confirming membership in good standing for two consecutive years; contact AOA Membership Services Department (800)621-1773 and they will send directly to the AOBFP

 POSTMARK DEADLINE DATES AND FEE –

            Nov. 1            $ 800

            Dec. 1            $1,000

            Jan. 1            $1,100

            Feb. 1            $1,200

 

 

 

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