Important Update: The new physician prerequisite is available in MY ARDMS/MY APCA examination applications.
Physicians are only able to apply for the ARDMS examinations under the new physician prerequisite which aligns better with physician practice.
What is the new prerequisite?
Education | Required Clinical Ultrasound/Vascular Experience | Required
Documentation |
Prerequisite |
MD, or DO license, or MBBS degree | Minimum of 500 studies/cases in the applied for specialty area completed over a minimum of 6 months. | MD/DO license or MBBS degree
Letter CV Form Patient Log – In case of audit |
Physician Prerequisite |
Applicants must use sample letters and CV forms provided by ARDMS. Please check full requirements and policies in the ARDMS How To Apply Guide. Clinical diagnostic settings include hospitals, clinics and private practices. ARDMS does not accept volunteer, instructorship, unpaid barter or veterinarian experience. Simulation is not available for this purpose.
What is the current prerequisite?
- As of July 1, 2020 – Physicians are only able to apply under the new ARDMS physician prerequisite.
What are the benefits of this new prerequisite?
- Better alignment with the prerequisites for the APCA RMSK and RPVI examinations.
- Easier to understand pathway
- Increased accessibility for international physicians
Questions
For questions regarding the new physician prerequisite, please read the new ARDMS Physicians Prerequisite insert. If you have further questions, please contact the Customer Care team at appprocessing@inteleos.org.