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Congratulations to Dr. Nick Paslidis who was recently elected as Vice Chairman of ABQAURP’s Board of Directors.

The ABQAURP Board of Directors welcomes Mary Forkin, RN, BSN, CHCQM, long-time Diplomate, who has recently been appointed to the Board.

ABQAURP Congratulates Dr. Anil B. Gopinath, Diplomate, on his recent appointment as Chief Medical Officer of the Provena United Samaritans Medical Center in Danville, IL. Dr. Gopinath is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and is pursuing his master’s degree in Medical Management at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh.



Looking to obtain CE credit toward your certification exam eligibility or the renewal of your present membership? ABQAURP has several online courses, home study programs, and jointly sponsored activities which may be of interest to you.

Another renewal option is the development of an approved CE course for the ABQAURP website. Please contact Renee Willoughby by email at rwillog@abqaurp.org to learn more.



Two of our recent conferences are now available as home study programs for your convenience.

"Peer Review: The Fundamental Background of Quality Management"

In the radical transition of the health care climate, will enhanced knowledge of Quality Management and Peer Review lead to smooth sailing or rough seas? Navigate your way through the value and accountability requirements of tumultuous health care systems.
  • Define peer review and quality improvement in this era of health reform
  • Apply peer review in the hospital setting to ensure patient safety & appropriate care
  • Discuss the legal foundation of peer review and the effect of HIPAA and EMRs

"Patient Safety: A Shared Responsibility With Defined Roles"

Hear the industry leaders discuss navigating the health care system for patients, purchasers, and providers to achieve an optimal result. Presenters address the financial, legal, and social responsibilities of providers, manufacturers, and payers when considering coverage for new drugs and medical devices, and what to do when a product is recalled. Speakers address how the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act affects purchasers and payers, and how social and clinical health care needs differ among Baby Boomers, Generation X, Generation Y, and Millennials. Learn how to implement systems of accountability in practice settings to enable reporting of quality metrics, and how IT can facilitate access to information across multiple systems. With today’s focus on “paying for the right stuff”, attendees will learn about the rationale behind non-payment for ‘never events’ and process redesign to address avoidable events.
  • What are the initiatives regarding value and accountability?
  • How can physician payment be structured to address quality initiatives?
  • Identify how personalized medicine will affect patient care and selection of treatments
  • Discuss the provider and insurer obligations under the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act
  • Learn how convenience care clinics provide ongoing care of chronic conditions
  • Review the legal obligations of workers’ compensation programs.

Click here for more information on home study courses.



33rd Annual Health Care Quality and Patient Safety Conference

Join us at Disney's Yacht and Beach Club Resorts on Saturday, October 23, 2010.

Conference details coming soon!



Our most recent Annual Conference is now available as an online video course. View PowerPoint presentations while watching the recorded lectures from the convenience of your computer.

Peer Review: The Fundamental Background of Quality Management

In the radical transition of the health care climate, will enhanced knowledge of Quality Management and Peer Review lead to smooth sailing or rough seas? Navigate your way through the value and accountability requirements of tumultuous health care systems.
  • Define peer review and quality improvement in this era of health reform
  • Apply peer review in the hospital setting to ensure patient safety & appropriate care
  • Discuss the legal foundation of peer review and the effect of HIPAA and EMRs
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Announcing ABQAURP's 2010 Health Care Quality and Management Certification Exam

This year’s Test Dates are September 15 through November 15.

Recommend that your colleagues Apply Now!



Certification from the American Board of Quality Assurance & Utilization Review Physicians, Inc. (ABQAURP) represents a significant professional achievement, as well as provides the prestige of being a distinguished expert in the fields of Health Care Quality Management and Patient Safety (CHCQM). If you are currently a Diplomate in good standing, request your Certified Diplomate logo to promote your accomplishment!

List your CHCQM credential with your name and degree. Introduce yourself as a Diplomate of the American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review Physicians. List your certification accomplishment in your personal and staff biographies. Request a press release from the ABQAURP office for local newspapers, company websites, and newsletters.



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