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In August, AGA released a proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification, called Bridging the G-APP: Continuous Professional Development for Gastroenterologists: Replacing MOC with a Model for Lifelong Learning and Accountability.
The AGA proposal, available in both Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, eliminates the high-stakes examination and replaces it with active and adaptive learning self-directed modules that allow for continuous feedback, and are based solidly on learning theory.
AGA leadership has enjoyed the lively dialogue that our proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification spurred among the GI community, ABIM, and other specialty societies.
Thanks to all AGA members who completed our survey, which is open until November, and let us know their feelings about MOC and our vision of the ideal pathway for recertification.
Here’s what you said:
• The vast majority of respondents think the current MOC model is burdensome and irrelevant to their practice. (93%)
• Most respondents don’t think that a high-stakes exam every 10 years is critical for recertification status. (88%)
• Almost all respondents say the G-APP model is an improvement on the current MOC plan. (87%)
We’re happy to report that the paper also facilitated opening a dialogue with the ABIM about improving the process, methods, and costs of recertification. ABIM invited AGA to present the alternate pathway at its Liaison Committee for Certification and Recertification meeting in late September.
AGA is committed to reforming the recertification process. Maintaining certification should be a process of active learning, not high-stakes testing. AGA supports continuous education and professional development that enhances patient care.
Read the G-APP paper on Gastroenterology online (http://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(15)01177-4/pdf) and take the survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/gappfeedback).
In August, AGA released a proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification, called Bridging the G-APP: Continuous Professional Development for Gastroenterologists: Replacing MOC with a Model for Lifelong Learning and Accountability.
The AGA proposal, available in both Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, eliminates the high-stakes examination and replaces it with active and adaptive learning self-directed modules that allow for continuous feedback, and are based solidly on learning theory.
AGA leadership has enjoyed the lively dialogue that our proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification spurred among the GI community, ABIM, and other specialty societies.
Thanks to all AGA members who completed our survey, which is open until November, and let us know their feelings about MOC and our vision of the ideal pathway for recertification.
Here’s what you said:
• The vast majority of respondents think the current MOC model is burdensome and irrelevant to their practice. (93%)
• Most respondents don’t think that a high-stakes exam every 10 years is critical for recertification status. (88%)
• Almost all respondents say the G-APP model is an improvement on the current MOC plan. (87%)
We’re happy to report that the paper also facilitated opening a dialogue with the ABIM about improving the process, methods, and costs of recertification. ABIM invited AGA to present the alternate pathway at its Liaison Committee for Certification and Recertification meeting in late September.
AGA is committed to reforming the recertification process. Maintaining certification should be a process of active learning, not high-stakes testing. AGA supports continuous education and professional development that enhances patient care.
Read the G-APP paper on Gastroenterology online (http://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(15)01177-4/pdf) and take the survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/gappfeedback).
In August, AGA released a proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification, called Bridging the G-APP: Continuous Professional Development for Gastroenterologists: Replacing MOC with a Model for Lifelong Learning and Accountability.
The AGA proposal, available in both Gastroenterology and Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, eliminates the high-stakes examination and replaces it with active and adaptive learning self-directed modules that allow for continuous feedback, and are based solidly on learning theory.
AGA leadership has enjoyed the lively dialogue that our proposal for an alternate pathway to recertification spurred among the GI community, ABIM, and other specialty societies.
Thanks to all AGA members who completed our survey, which is open until November, and let us know their feelings about MOC and our vision of the ideal pathway for recertification.
Here’s what you said:
• The vast majority of respondents think the current MOC model is burdensome and irrelevant to their practice. (93%)
• Most respondents don’t think that a high-stakes exam every 10 years is critical for recertification status. (88%)
• Almost all respondents say the G-APP model is an improvement on the current MOC plan. (87%)
We’re happy to report that the paper also facilitated opening a dialogue with the ABIM about improving the process, methods, and costs of recertification. ABIM invited AGA to present the alternate pathway at its Liaison Committee for Certification and Recertification meeting in late September.
AGA is committed to reforming the recertification process. Maintaining certification should be a process of active learning, not high-stakes testing. AGA supports continuous education and professional development that enhances patient care.
Read the G-APP paper on Gastroenterology online (http://www.gastrojournal.org/article/S0016-5085(15)01177-4/pdf) and take the survey (www.surveymonkey.com/s/gappfeedback).