Planning enters next phase as ABMS announces
open comment period
WASHINGTON, April 25,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Efforts by the American College
of Cardiology, the American Heart Association, the Heart Failure
Society of America, the Heart Rhythm Society and The Society for
Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions to create a new,
independent Board of Cardiovascular Medicine under the American
Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) are closer to becoming a
reality with the creation of a formal Board of Directors and the
announcement by the ABMS Advisory Board on Specialty Board
Development of an open comment period.
The 90-day open comment period announced by ABMS on April 24 is a critical part of the application
review process and a vital cornerstone for engagement in the
decision-making process. Running through July 24, ABMS is seeking to gauge support for the
new Board, including feedback on its impact to clinicians and
patients.
"The open comment period is the time for cardiovascular
physicians, allies in other medical specialties, patients, and
others to make their voices heard on why an independent CV Board is
the best path for cardiologists to stay up-to-date on best
practices and evidence-based care, ensuring patients receive the
best possible care," said Jeffrey
Kuvin, MD, president of the proposed Board's new Board of
Directors. "The field of cardiovascular medicine has evolved
dramatically over the past few decades; now is the right time to
develop an independent cardiovascular Board."
A diverse range of stakeholders, including cardiologists, other
health care professionals, cardiovascular patients, cardiovascular
organizations, and the public are invited to share their
perspectives on the new Board, including whether it meets the ABMS
requirements for both initial certification and continuing
competency. Comments can be submitted via the ABMS website.
In addition to the comment period, the first 10 directors of the
prospective Board have been selected, with an additional five
directors soon to be named. As leaders in their respective fields,
the Board of Directors will be instrumental in ushering the new
Board through the application process and overseeing pre-launch
projects in anticipation of Board approval.
The initial Directors include:
- Mark H. Drazner, MD
(Treasurer)
- Peter L. Duffy, MD
- David P. Faxon, MD
- Edward T. A. Fry, MD
- Judith S. Hochman, MD
- Jodie L. Hurwitz, MD
(Secretary)
- Michelle Maya Kittleson, MD
- Daniel M. Kolansky, MD
- Jeffrey T. Kuvin, MD
(President)
- Gregory F. Michaud, MD
"Cardiologists have a responsibility to maintain clinical
competency to ensure patients receive the best possible care. To
facilitate career-long learning, a new model of certification
tailored to the unique needs of cardiology is needed," the
Directors said in a joint statement. "An independent Board focused
solely on cardiovascular medicine as a distinct medical specialty
will ultimately benefit cardiologists and patients alike."
The Directors' initial work will establish the framework needed
to pave the way for a successful launch of the proposed Board of
Cardiovascular Medicine, which includes crafting clear bylaws that
outline the Board's structure and decision-making processes,
establishing vital committees to manage specific Board processes
and subspecialties, developing a sound budget, managing financial
processes, and defining a tailored continuous competency
certification process.
About the Proposed Board of Cardiovascular
Medicine
For over 80 years, cardiovascular medicine has been
incorporated under the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM).
However, given decades of advancements in the field, cardiologists
across the country have come together to move towards a new Board
that recognizes cardiovascular medicine as a medical specialty
distinct from internal medicine. The proposed independent Board of
Cardiovascular Medicine, governed by cardiologists for
cardiologists, would facilitate a deep understanding of
competencies to ensure high-value cardiovascular patient care. The
underpinnings of true lifelong learning and practical skills
development proposed by the new Board will support clinicians in
achieving and maintaining clinical competency. For more
information, visit: https://CVBoard.org.
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SOURCE American College of Cardiology