American Board of Radiology Information

Our mission is to certify that our diplomates demonstrate the requisite knowledge, skill, and understanding of their disciplines to the benefit of patients. The ABR is an independent, not-for-profit organization and is one of 24 national medical specialty boards that make up the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). We were founded to protect the public by assessing and certifying doctors who meet specific educational, training, and professional requirements. We are accountable both to the public and to the medical profession. Our commitments include: - Helping patients - Providing information about the board certification process and which doctors are board certified. - Supporting physicians - Creating programs that assist doctors in staying current in their field and improving their practices. - Collaborating with healthcare leaders - Fostering initiatives for the promotion and monitoring of healthcare quality. - Transforming healthcare - Increasing awareness of the importance of board certification and lifelong learning in assuring quality care.