Are you feeling overwhelmed by the constant need to prove your medical expertise?

In this week’s episode, Dr. Lia talks about the challenges and anxieties surrounding board certification for pediatricians, particularly focusing on the evolution of the MOCA peds program. She shares personal experiences with various certification methods, from proctored exams to open-book tests, highlighting the stress and self-doubt that often accompany these processes. The importance of continuous learning in the medical field is also mentioned, recommending resources like pediatric board review materials and various CME opportunities. You’ll hear Dr. Lia will also touch on the prevalence of imposter syndrome among medical professionals, reassuring listeners that it's normal to not know everything and encouraging them to ask for help when needed. Ultimately, she advocates for a balanced approach to professional development, acknowledging both the necessity of expertise and the reality of human limitations in medical practice.

[2:54 -05:07]  The Evolution of Board Certification Methods

• Proctored exams: Anxiety-inducing and challenging to concentrate
• Open-book tests: Time-consuming but aligned with real-world practice
• Return to proctored exams: Disliked by many professionals
• MOCA Peds: A modern, quarterly assessment approach

[5:08 - 07:14] Navigating MOCA peds and Continuous Learning 

• Utilize pediatric board review materials for preparation
• Approach questions as real-life cases, not trick questions
• Take advantage of the 5-minute time limit per question
• Embrace continuous learning through various CME opportunities

[07:15 - 12:30]  Expanding Mental Health Knowledge in Pediatrics

• Seek out mental health sessions at national conferences
• Attend specialized mental health conferences for pediatricians
• Consider long-term training programs like the REACH Institute
• Utilize resources from AAP and ACAP for ongoing education 

Resources mentioned on the show

MOCA-PBR  www.pediatricsboardreview.com 

Neuroscience Education Institute https://www.neiglobal.com/

REACH https://thereachinstitute.org/

nncpap.org

aap.org

aacap.org

AAP National Conference https://aapexperience.org/

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Key quotes for Twitter:

 "You can't be a pediatrician, a nurse practitioner, or a PA without knowing stuff. I mean, you didn't just get there by accident. You didn't fool everybody."... Dr. Lia Gaggino on Imposter syndrome in the medical field

"I love MOCA peds. I think it's a great way to do board certification".. Dr. Lia Gaggino on Pediatric board certification

**Transcript of Episode Available upon request**

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