To become certified in the subspecialty of Gastroenterology, physicians must:
-At the time of application, be previously certified in Internal Medicine by ABIM
-Satisfactorily complete the requisite graduate medical education fellowship training
-Demonstrate clinical competence, procedural skills, and moral and ethical behavior in the clinical setting
-Hold a valid, unrestricted and unchallenged license to practice medicine
-Pass the Gastroenterology Certification Examination
Gastroenterology fellowship training must be accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or the Professional Corporation of Physicians of Quebec.
No credit will be granted toward certification in a subspecialty for training completed outside of an accredited U.S. or Canadian program.
Fellowship training taken before completing the requirements for the MD or DO degree, training as a chief medical resident, practice experience, and attendance at postgraduate courses may not be credited toward the requirements for subspecialty certification.
