Exit Strategies for Senior Residents-Primary Certification Process and the Oral Examination

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The video discusses the certification process for neurosurgeons, specifically focusing on the oral exam. The speaker explains that candidates must have completed a seven-year residency program and passed a written exam before taking the oral exam. The oral exam is conducted by a board member and a guest examiner, both experienced individuals in the field. The exam consists of multiple case-based questions and candidates are expected to provide rationale for their decision-making process. The exam is graded based on diagnosis, patient management, and complications. There is also a focus on safety throughout the exam. The video also mentions the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program, which requires neurosurgeons to maintain their certification on an annual basis. The MOC program involves professionalism, lifelong learning, knowledge assessment, and improvement in medical practice. The speaker explains that changes to the MOC program are currently being made, particularly in the area of practice assessment and improvement. The aim is to incorporate ongoing practice assessment and improvement into the MOC program. The NeuroPoint Alliance is mentioned as a primary sponsor and data management partner for the MOC program.

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Presented by William T. Couldwell, MD, PhD, FAANS

Keywords

neurosurgeon certification

oral exam

residency program

MOC program

patient management

practice assessment