Career Details

Certification in Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Description

Certifying Organization

American Osteopathic Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 10 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No

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Certificate name

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Type

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Certificate name

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Certifying Organization

National Association for Healthcare Quality

Type

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