What does it mean when it says that Dr. Schwartz is “board certified” in psychiatry?
Dr. Schwartz is board-certified in psychiatry. The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc. (ABPN), is an independent, nonprofit organization that certifies doctors practicing psychiatry and neurology. The ABPN is one of the 24 member boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Although many groups may use the term “board” in their title, only those with the highest qualification standards may become members of the ABMS. More information about board-certification can be viewed at the website http://www.abms.org/which.