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American Board of Internal Medicine Hospice and Palliative Medicine Certification Examination
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About this exam
The American Board of Internal Medicine Hospice and Palliative Medicine Certification Examination is for physicians seeking ABIM subspecialty certification in hospice and palliative medicine. It assesses the knowledge and clinical judgment needed to care for people with serious illness and support their families across settings. Candidates generally need to meet ABIM’s training, credentialing, and application requirements for an applicable eligibility pathway; requirements can vary, so check ABIM’s current guidance before applying. This is a certification examination, not an admission test for medical school, residency, or fellowship.
The exam covers clinical areas such as pain assessment and management, safe opioid prescribing, nonpain symptom management, and communication about serious illness. Preparation should also address hospice care, palliative care principles, psychosocial and spiritual concerns, and decision-making near the end of life, guided by the current ABIM content outline. Review the latest ABIM exam information for the format and policies in effect for your cycle. Use focused topic review, case-based questions, and explanations to identify gaps rather than relying on memorization alone.
How to prepare for the Hospice and Palliative Medicine certification exam
- Use the current ABIM Hospice and Palliative Medicine exam blueprint to organize review, then prioritize weaker areas such as pain management, opioid safety, and nonpain symptoms.
- Practice applying knowledge to clinical cases, including serious-illness conversations and end-of-life decisions; review why each answer is appropriate and why alternatives are less suitable.
- Check ABIM’s official certification, eligibility, and exam information for current requirements and policies, and make a study schedule that leaves time to revisit missed topics.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the ABIM Hospice and Palliative Medicine Certification Examination?
The exam is for physicians pursuing ABIM subspecialty certification in hospice and palliative medicine. Applicants must meet ABIM’s current training, credentialing, and application requirements for an applicable pathway. Confirm your eligibility directly with ABIM, since requirements can vary.
What is the format of the Hospice and Palliative Medicine certification exam?
It is an ABIM certification examination that assesses clinical knowledge and judgment. Consult ABIM’s current exam information for the delivery format, timing, and policies applicable to your exam cycle; these details should not be assumed from older materials.
What subjects should I study for the Hospice and Palliative Medicine exam?
Review the current ABIM content outline. Core areas include pain assessment and management, opioid prescribing and safety, nonpain symptom management, serious-illness communication, hospice care, and broader clinical and psychosocial aspects of palliative care.