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Continuing Medical Education at MOCA – FAQ

September 17th, 2011

Continuing Medical Education (CME) is a very important tool in the completion of Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology. First, the participation of a diplomat in the field of continuing medical education is an indication that he is committed to excel in the field. Second, and most importantly, a certain number of credits in Continuing Medical Education are required to complete the second part of the MOCA program. Here are some frequently asked questions about continuing medical education and its relevance to MOCA:

1. How many credits of Continuing Medical Education do I need to complete?
If you got your diplomat certification in 2004 onwards, you have to complete no less than 350 credits within ten years and at least 250 of those credits have to be under Category 1 of the AMA guidelines. Those who entered the MOCA program after the 1st of January 2008 must complete a specific number of Continuing Medical Education Credits based on the year you got your diplomat certification. » Read more: Continuing Medical Education at MOCA – FAQ

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High School Medical School Programs

February 15th, 2011

There are medical school programs available at almost every institution of higher learning, as well as high schools, vocational schools, and junior colleges. The list of health care related professions is appears to be exhaustive and continues to grow with rapid speed. The professions that are undergoing the greatest rise in demand are CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistant), RNs (Registered Nurse), LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurse), and NAs (Nursing Assistant). People who obtain any of these licenses are able to work in a broad field of medicine, including dentistry, psychiatry, pediatrics, rehabilitation, and end-of-life care.

Students may begin training for a career in nursing or other health profession while still attending high school; some schools offer psychiatric aide and nurse training. While most of these classes are taught in vocational high school or at local community colleges, they are not strictly aimed at h.s. students. Anyone who wishes to apply for a tuition waiver must first consult their local or state board of education. For example, Cape Cod Regional Technical H.S. in Harwich, Massachusetts offers the following courses for adults:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program
  • Advanced Medical Coding for Physician Services
  • EKG / Cardiovascular Technician
  • Home Health Aide
  • Medical Billing
  • Medical Terminology
  • Dental Assistant Program

Courses at Cape Cod Tech range in price from $199 to $3,800 and do not include licensing fees. Some courses, such as the Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program include the cost of the required uniform shirt, text book, and CPR Training, while the most expensive – the Dental Assistant Program does not. Applicants must pay an additional $300 to cover the cost of the textbook, school supplies, and uniforms. On the other hand, if you are interested in taking courses online, courses in health care are just $89 each. Courses include Veterinary Assistant nutrition, medical coding and more. If you are interested in a career in medicine, this high school offers a terrific selection of medical school programs – on and off line. » Read more: High School Medical School Programs

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