Overview
The social determinants of health and influencers of health represent foundational principles of public health. Diversity medicine expands upon these public health foundations to understand, appreciate, and implement solutions in healthcare. Unique risk factors impact segments of the population differently, and vulnerable populations often suffer from inferior health outcomes.
This board certification is ideally suited for a physician aiming to become Chief Diversity Officer of an organization. Physicians board certified in diversity medicine can more effectively serve the unique needs of various populations. Better health outcomes can be acheived through awareness, sensitivity, and incorporation of attributes such as age, race, color, national origin, religion, language, culture, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, etc. Tailored approaches to diverse characteristics also allow for enhanced shared decision-making between patients and physicians.
ABPH enables you to earn your board certification in less than one month. You can advance your career with expert specialty credentials. You can serve as a physician expert in your organization and community. You can offer physician specialist consulting to businesses. You can further your education and training with additional subspecialties. The American College of Public Health (ACPH) has published free Study Guides online for the Pandemic Medicine Exam, the Culinary Medicine Exam, and the Diversity Medicine Exam on their website at theacph.org.
Board Certification in Diversity Medicine
Eligibility Requirements
- Active medical license in a state in the United States
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency
- ABMS primary specialty board certification
- CME: 25 hours related to the specialty area
- CV/Resume
- Personal statement of relevant experience
- Letter of reference from a physician who is certified by one of the ABMS member boards
Exam Contents
Free Online Study Guide
- From the American College of Public Health (ACPH)
- Website Link: theacph.org
Social Determinants of Health: 30%
- Healthy People framework for social determinants
- Kaiser Family Foundation concepts of social determinants
- World Health Organization perspectives on social determinants
- Effective solutions to address social determinants
Health Disparities: 15%
- Population-specific risk factors
- Differential health outcomes
- Biopsychosocial underpinnings
- Health behavior impacts
- Culture and community effects
Race and Background: 10%
- Ethnicity, race, and color risk factors and etiologies
- Health effects of culture, language, and national origin
- Religious beliefs and practices as barriers and opportunities
- Vulnerable populations and medical outcomes
- Systemic and institutional effects on health
Sex: 10%
- Biological composition and societal influences
- Morbidity and mortality
- Trends of exposures and risks
- Health behaviors and disease prevalence
- Stress, mental illness, and violence
LGBTQ+: 10%
- Physical and mental health
- Health behaviors, obesity, and addiction
- Risk factors and protective factors for illness
- Gender affirmation
- Across the lifespan
Disease, Disability, and Aging: 5%
- Chronic impact on life stages
- Tailored assessment and management
- Availability and accessibility of care
- Isolation and community aspects
Socioeconomics and Health: 5%
- Variables of education, occupation, and income
- Employment, unemployment, and work conditions
- Poverty and hierarchy of needs
- Time, stress, and family
- Consequences of automation, technology, immigration, and offshoring
Housing, Food, and Transportation: 5%
- Neighborhood, zip code, built environment, and natural environment
- Homelessness
- Food availability, food distribution, food choices, food deserts, and food costs
- Private and public transportation accessibility and costs
- Rural, urban, and suburban characteristics
Health Policy: 5%
- Local, state, and federal laws
- Governmental responsibility and assistance
- Anti-discrimination and anti-hate
- Prioritization and funding
Public Health Interventions: 5%
- Evidence-based approaches
- Public-private partnerships
- Cross-stakeholder design and implementation
- Development and execution of transdisciplinary solutions
- Program evaluation
