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Latest ABFAS Examination Pass Rates Show Why Certificate of Added Qualification in Surgery from ABPM is Unnecessary
August 17, 2022
New ABFAS examination pass rate data illustrates why the rationale behind a new, unrecognized CAQ in Podiatric Surgery being offered by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) is unnecessary.
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ABFAS Statement on ABPM Certificate of Added Qualification in Podiatric Surgery
August 5, 2022
The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) is the only recognized certifying board for foot and ankle surgery in the United States. We are deeply concerned about the announcement by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) that it plans to issue a new, unrecognized certification in podiatric surgery.
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The New, Improved PLS
August 4, 2022
As part of our ongoing goal to improve the ABFAS candidate experience, we have made major upgrades to the Podiatry Logging Service (PLS). If you’re logging your cases for Case Review—or if you are planning to—it's a good idea to visit the new PLS website now to review the improvements.
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In Memory of Samuel S. Mendicino, DPM, D.ABFAS
July 26, 2022
ABFAS mourns the loss of Past President Samuel S. Mendicino, DPM, D.ABFAS, who passed away July 24, 2022.
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Results Direct Interview: The ABFAS LEAD Program
June 29, 2022
Results Direct, developer of the LEAD Program Requirements interactive tool, interviewed ABFAS CEO/Executive Director Katherine Kreiter about the ABFAS win of an ASAE Merit Award.
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A Joint Statement from ABFAS, ACFAS, APMA, and WSPMA
June 10, 2022
Last month, the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Washington State Podiatric Medical Association became aware of a damaging video of an orthopedic surgeon delivering a presentation on podiatric medical education and training.
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LEAD Program Success Stories
June 6, 2022
A new feature on the ABFAS website shares the success stories of ABFAS Diplomates who have participated in the LEAD program.
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An ABFAS Board Certification: A Conversation with Dr. Andrew J. Meyr
June 3, 2022
Andrew J. Meyr, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, explains why he considers ABFAS Board Certification the “last universal goal" for foot and ankle surgeons. An interview by Jeneen Elagha, TUSPM Class of 2024.
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Announcing the 2022 ABFAS Election Results
May 3, 2022
The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) is proud to announce the results of the 2022 Board of Directors election. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Michelle L. Butterworth, Dr. Dustin L. Kruse, and Dr. Diana E. Rogers.
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ASAE Recognizes LEAD Communications Campaign
May 2, 2022
ASAE has recognized the LEAD communications campaign with a 2022 Merit Award.
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