About Certification
Registration for the 2009 Certification examination is open from January 1, 2009 through March 31, 2009.
The purpose of certification by the ABAI is to provide assurance to the public and the medical profession that a certified allergist/immunologist has successfully completed an accredited educational program and an evaluation process, including a secure, proctored examination. ABAI certification also assures that the physician possesses the knowledge, skills, and experience requisite to the provision of high-quality patient care in allergy and immunology. The ABAI believes that all allergists/immunologists should have a fundamental knowledge of the biological science basic to this discipline, and that ABAI is responsible for the establishment and maintenance of the standards of knowledge required for certification.
The ABAI serves candidates who have embarked on a graduate program of study with the specific purpose of excelling in the practice of the subspecialty of allergy/immunology.
Dual Certification
Formal special pathways exist for individuals wishing to qualify for dual certification in allergy/immunology and:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Adult Rheumatology
- Pediatric Rheumatology