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ABFAS 2024 Surgeons of Tomorrow Contest Winners AnnouncedNovember 15, 2024
The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery announced Jordan Jefferson from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine and JoAnn Micah Sedoriosa from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science as the winners of the 2024 ABFAS Surgeons of Tomorrow Student Conference Scholarship Contest.
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Call to Action: Submit Comments on CPME 220/230 Draft RevisionsJuly 8, 2024
The Council on Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) seeks input on the recently revised CPME 220, “Standards and Requirements for Recognition of a Specialty Board for Podiatric Medical Practice,” and CPME 230, “Procedures for Recognition of a Specialty Board for Podiatric Medical Practice.” This is your opportunity to weigh in on the future of board certification.
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ABFAS Statement on AMA Article
June 21, 2024
As a certifying board that holds our Diplomates to the highest standards, we are extremely disappointed to see the recently published article, What's the difference between orthopaedic surgeons and podiatrists?, featuring numerous inaccuracies and half-truths. The AMA/author appear to be describing the podiatric profession 75 years ago, failing to recognize the evolution of our education and contributions to the medical field.
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Announcing the 2024 ABFAS Election ResultsMay 1, 2024
Please join us in congratulating newly-elected board member Thanh L. Dinh, DPM, FACFAS, and returning board members Michael D. Dujela, DPM, FACFAS, and Roland S. Ramdass, DPM, FACFAS.
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Shaping the Future of Podiatric Surgery: A Profile on Dr. Nicole BauerlyApril 17, 2024
ABFAS President Nicole A. Bauerly, DPM, FACFAS, shares her journey navigating the world of medicine as a woman, the pathways to leadership within her profession, and her aspirations for the future in this interview by Jeneen Elagha, TUSPM Class of 2024.
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ABFAS Welcomes Scott Nelson, DPM, FACFAS, to Board of Directors
February 15, 2024
On February 2, the ABFAS Board of Directors appointed Scott Nelson, DPM, FACFAS, to fill the vacancy left by the departure of ABFAS Director Katie Swanstrom, DPM, FACFAS.
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ABFAS Recognizes Outstanding Students with Stone AwardsFebruary 2, 2024
On February 1, ABFAS President Nicole A. Bauerly, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, presented the Michael L. Stone, DPM, Outstanding Professional Conduct Awards to nine exceptional individuals.
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ABFAS Announces 2023 Surgeons of Tomorrow Contest WinnersNovember 21, 2023
The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery announced Paul Adeyemi from Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine and Olivia Mackey from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Podiatric Medicine as the winners of the 2023 ABFAS Surgeons of Tomorrow Student Conference Scholarship Contest.
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Introducing CME for LEADAugust 21, 2023
ABFAS Diplomates can now earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits for each completed quarter of the LEAD Continuous Certification Program. To earn LEAD CME credit, Diplomates must complete all 30 questions in a quarter.
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Words of Wisdom for Graduating ResidentsJune 28, 2023
Members of the ABFAS Board of Directors have words of wisdom and support for graduating residents as they begin the next phase of their careers.
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Announcing the 2023 ABFAS Election ResultsMay 2, 2023
Please join us in congratulating newly-elected board members Timothy J. Mineo, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, and Vito Speciale, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS, and returning board member Katie M. Swanstrom, DPM, D.ABFAS, FACFAS.
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An Appeal to the Profession
April 26, 2023
Over the last few weeks, activity on various podiatry social media platforms has surged, including personal attacks against those in leadership positions within podiatry. We join our fellow organizations in urging the podiatric medical community to stop this destructive behavior.
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ABFAS Statement on APMA Board Certification Summit
March 20, 2023
We welcome discussion and effort to collectively ensure a strong future for our profession. This APMA Board Certification Summit, however, does not properly support such an important endeavor.
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ABFAS Recognizes Exceptional Podiatric Medical StudentsMarch 15, 2023
On February 9, ABFAS President Jeffery L. Giesking, DPM, D.ABFAS, presented the 2023 Michael L. Stone, DPM, Outstanding Professional Conduct Awards to nine exceptional individuals.
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ABFAS 2022 “Surgeons of Tomorrow” Contest WinnersNovember 16, 2022
ABFAS announces 2022 “Surgeons of Tomorrow” Student Conference Scholarship Contest winners.
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ABFAS Partners with Podiatry StudentsOctober 18, 2022
Recognizing the vital role the student pipeline plays in ensuring the future of podiatry, ABFAS has partnered with the American Podiatric Medical Students Association (APMSA) to help ensure the future of the profession.
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Newly Board Qualified and Board Certified DPMsOctober 17, 2022
We welcome all newly ABFAS Board Qualified DPMs and congratulate new Diplomates. We admire your dedication to the field of foot and ankle surgery. This list includes candidates and Diplomates newly Board Qualified or Certified between Sept. 1, 2021 and Sept. 22, 2022.
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ABFAS 2022 Highlights
October 17, 2022
A productive year for the ABFAS Board, Diplomates, and staff has included strengthening the ABFAS candidate experience, protecting the profession, and welcoming new officers, Directors, and committee members.
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A Message from ABFAS President Jeffery L. Giesking, DPM, D.ABFASOctober 15, 2022
Working together, I am confident we can continue to grow our community and deliver on our important mission, ensuring patients, providers, and physicians know ABFAS is truly the professional gold standard and a credential they can trust.
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Profile in Excellence: Nilin Rao, DPM, D.ABFASSeptember 26, 2022
It’s a rare twentysomething who is focused on one day becoming Board Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS). Nilin Rao, DPM, D.ABFAS, is a rare individual.