Learn About Exam Development with the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The presenters, all experienced American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation item writers and reviewers, will discuss content development for the board: the process, time commitment, rewards, and benefits. Participants will learn about this volunteer opportunity for professional development and advancing the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation. After the presentation, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. Writing examination items for the board is interesting and surprisingly challenging. It is a great way to stay up to date with new information in the field and brush up on older knowledge. Volunteer physiatrists bring their knowledge of medical content and work with board staff to develop clear, unambiguous, and fair examination items that represent core knowledge in the field and are relevant to clinical practice. Volunteer content developers find great satisfaction in contributing to the field by helping to ensure that the board exams are a fair and accurate measure of clinical knowledge and competence. Volunteers also appreciate the opportunity to earn continuing medical education credit for each accepted item.