Quality Improvement Publications, Presentations, and Posters
Publications
ABOG awards Continuing Certification (“CC”) Part IV credit for authorship and co-authorship of:
- Published articles relating to QI activities in healthcare. To be considered for CC Part IV credit, articles must be published in a peer-reviewed journal,
- Adhere to SQUIRE guidelines for published QI articles,
- Be published during the Diplomate’s current CC year.
Presentations and Posters
ABOG also recognizes authorship and co-authorship of peer-reviewed oral presentations and posters presented at national scientific meetings that describe the implementation and outcomes of a QI project. The project's ultimate success will not affect the CC Part IV credit, but it should address a recognized gap in care, generally be prospective, and involve more than one QI cycle. To be considered for CC Part IV credit, abstracts or posters must include:
- The specific aim of the QI project. (Fig 1)
- The process for improvement.
- The progress toward or results of achieving the specific aim.
- A discussion of whether the aim was achieved, factors that affected success, and the next steps.
Application process
- Apply
Complete the Attestation Form accessible via the dedicated ABOG portal before November 15, 2025. The applicant must include a copy of the QI publication, presentation, or poster being submitted for consideration, and any other documents required.
- Review Process
ABOG staff will review the documents within two weeks. During the review period, applicants may be asked for clarification.
- Credit for QI publications, posters, and presentations
Applicants will receive Part IV credit upon approval; co-authors may also request credit if the criteria have been met.