What does it mean to be Board Certified in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?

Dr. Mansoor Madani, as a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, has graduated from the University of Pennsylvania, an accredited dental school, and is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania & New Jersey. In addition, Dr. Madani has completed an oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program at the University of Pennsylvania, which is approved by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.

During Dr. Madani's oral and maxillofacial surgery residency, he received graduate training in other disciplines such as general surgery, plastic surgery, medicine, anesthesia and pathology. He is trained to treat patients in the hospital, outpatient facilities, surgery centers and in private offices.

The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is recognized by the American Dental Association as the specialty board for oral and maxillofacial surgery. The Board is responsible for reviewing all applicants for board certification as well as administering the examinations involved in the certification process.

In order to become board certified, an individual must complete an intensive application and examination process. Applicants for board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery must provide verified written evidence of their educational and training qualifications. In addition, these individuals must provide evidence of their experience in all aspects of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Letters of recommendation from board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeons attesting to an applicant's acceptable ethical and moral standing in the profession and community are also required as part of the certification procedure. The applications of all candidates for board certification are reviewed by the Board's Credentials Committee.

Finally, Dr. Madani, as a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, was required to pass both a thorough written qualifying examination and a rigorous oral certifying examination to be certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Madani has continuously been involved in advancing his education and education of others by active participation in continuing education programs.  

Continuing professional education is an important tool keeping oral and maxillofacial surgeons current on new developments in the field. This is accomplished through national meetings, seminars, lectures, special courses, panels, symposia, and self study. The Board Certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon has demonstrated a commitment to continued professional development. The American Board of oral and maxillofacial  surgery encourages its Diplomates to continue their professional development through various educational experiences.  The above information was modified from the American Board of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery website.

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