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Advisory Board Physicians

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Why Get Board Certified?

Becoming Board Certified in a newly added specialty offers numerous benefits for your practice and your patients. As a certified practitioner, your patients—as well as credentialing agents—will know you have taken additional steps to further your education and skills.

Board Certification is an integral step in achieving excellence in a newly learned specialty. Your patients will seek qualified physicians, and becoming Board Certified is an effective method of distinguishing your credentials.

Successful graduates receive a Board Certification Certificate as well as an attractive wood wall plaque to proudly display in their office.

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AAOPM Board Certification Plaque

Certification Pathways

Choose from three specialized certification pathways based on your area of practice.

Aesthetic Certification

Master aesthetic procedures including Botox, dermal fillers, PDO threads, and advanced techniques.

Attend 3 core classes in Aesthetics

Functional Medicine Certification

Specialize in anti-aging medicine, hormone therapy, and regenerative treatments.

Attend 2 core classes in Anti-Aging

Pain Management Certification

Develop expertise in joint injections, nerve blocks, and interventional pain techniques.

Attend 2 core classes or 3-day Pain Show

6 Steps to Board Certification

Follow these steps to earn your AAOPM Board Certification.

1

Become a Member

Join AAOPM and maintain membership in good standing for a minimum of 3 months before applying for board certification.

2

Complete Training

Fulfill the required training attendance in the area you wish to become Board Certified.

3

Pass Practical Exams

Pass all online practical exams in the specialized areas selected through the AAOPM Physician Portal.

4

Submit Case Studies

Integrate newly learned techniques into your practice and submit 2 patient case studies for review by the AAOPM Physician Advisory Board.

5

Complete Final Exam

Submit the Final Exam with multiple-choice and essay questions on standard of care, regulatory issues, and managing complications.

6

Receive Certification

Receive your board certification plaque and certificate signed by each AAOPM physician advisory board member.

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Diploma Certificate

Diploma Certificates are awarded upon successful completion of the required programs. Here's what you need to earn your diploma:

  • checkmark Complete required training programs in your chosen specialty
  • checkmark Demonstrate proficiency during the hands-on portion if a technical skill is required
  • checkmark Receive a passing score (70% or greater) on the Practical Exam within 14 days of program completion
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Certification Benefits

Board certified members receive exclusive benefits and resources.

Physician Portal Access

Access additional information, instructional videos, and training materials to assist you during the certification process.

Board Certification

Join an exclusive group of physicians committed to becoming recognized experts in their field of medicine.

Certificate & Plaque

Receive your certificate signed by AAOPM physician advisory board members and an attractive wall plaque for display.

Physician Locator

Get listed in our physician locator so patients can find you by name or services your practice offers.

Certification Logo & Seal

Use our official logo and seal on your website and marketing materials to showcase your credentials.

Advisory Board Support

The 5-member Physician Advisory Board oversees your training and testing throughout the certification process.

Get Your Certification Pathway

Select your certification pathway and start your journey to becoming board certified.

Choose your desired board pathway(s)

Why wait to obtain board certification and prove your proficiency?

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