Join Chadi in a thought-provoking discussion with Bryan Carmody, aka the “Sheriff of Sodium” and a pediatric nephrologist, as they tackle the challenges of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. Bryan shares his visionary solutions to simplify and improve the MOC process, shedding light on the potential benefits for physicians and patients alike. Whether you’re a physician, healthcare professional, or just curious about the future of medical certification, this episode offers insights into a critical issue in modern medicine.
View the Sheriff of Sodium here: https://thesheriffofsodium.com/page/6/
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