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Meet ABIM’s new leader: The importance of certification
Author(s)Chris Mazzolini
A conversation with Furman S. McDonald, MD, MPH.
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Why is it important for physicians to certify they have more medical knowledge? For better patient outcomes. Furman S. McDonald, MD, MPH, explains the growing body of evidence that supports physician efforts to help patients. McDonald is incoming president and CEO of the American Board of Internal Medicine, where he will take the helm on Sept. 1.
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