ABVM is now accepting applications.
The deadline for submission for the general vascular medicine exam was August 1, 2010. We have extended the application deadline to physicians wishing to sit for the endovascular exam to December 17, 2010. If you wish to sit for both exams or wish to sit for the general exam and it is past the August 1st deadline, your application will not be accepted. No exceptions will be granted.  
If you are re-applying and we currently have your application materials on file, please contact us.
What You'll Need
  ABVM applications will be accepted via the online process only and must be completed in one session.  All notarized and paper document requirements will need to be converted to electronic format. Be sure you have all of the correct documentation before starting and upload it into the proper space. You cannot upload more than one document into each space, and you cannot edit your application once it has been submitted. Any application that is incomplete or needs revision, will be assessed a $50.00 charge.
  Eligibility
    -Closely Review the Requirements.
  Time [Please allocate time to complete the application process.  It cannot be continued.]
    -Scan documents
-Fill out online form
-Upload all necessary electronic documents via the internet
  Equipment
    -Computer
-Scanner (If you do not have access to a scanner, you will need to take your documents to Kinko’s or Office Max and complete it there.) Do not submit TIF or ZIP files.
-Internet Access (High Speed Preferred)
  Documentation [All documents should face right side up.]
    -Curriculum Vitae [Please scan your CV as a Microsoft Word document. Note: Do not upload more than one document in the space provided.]
-Current State Medical License [If your state license expires before the exam dates, you should not submit your application until you have received your new license. Your application will not be reviewed if you submit a license that expires before 9/10/10.]
-Primary Board Certification [If sitting for the general exam, you must upload your Internal Medicine board certificate as your primary board. If sitting only for the Endo exam, you may submit your Interventional Cardiology board certificate.    If sitting for both exams, please submit your Cardiovascular Disease certificate.]   


ABVM General Exam:
-Vascular Medicine Fellowship Certificate (Submit this document only if you have completed 12 months of formal training in vascular medicine).
 -OR-
-Notarized General Letter of Attestation

Acceptable signatures: Program Director, Chief of Staff OR Department Chairman—no exceptions. Letters signed by nurses, etc. will not be accepted. The title of the physician signing your letter must be underneath the signature. If you are sitting for both exams, you cannot have the same physician write both letters for you. The notary seal must be visible or it will not be accepted.

ABVM Endovascular Exam:
-Notarized Endovascular Letter of Attestation (Required format)

Acceptable signatures: Director of Cardiac Cath Lab, Director, Interventional Radiology, Program Director or Chief of Medical Staff—no exceptions. The title of the physician signing your letter must be underneath the signature. Letters signed by nurses, etc. will not be accepted. If you are sitting for both exams, you cannot have the same physician sign both letters. The notary seal must be visible or it will not be accepted.


Submit Application
  Below is a walkthrough of the application.
  Applicant Information [Name, DOB, and Degree]
  Contact Information [Mailing Address, Phone, Fax, Working Email]
All information is communicated by e-mail.  If you do not check your e-mail regularly or your e-mail is not working properly, you will beunaware of any deficiencies in your application, status of your application, etc. 
  Requirements [Documentation listed above to be uploaded in electronic format]
    All letters of attestation must be on institution letterhead.
Recommendations:
-Scan your documents  (300dpi is best)
-Submit your CV as a Microsoft Word document
-Save as file type .jpg, .jpeg, .gif, .jif, .pdf, .doc, .xls (.jpg preferred)
-Archive your files
-Wait until upload is complete before uploading the next file

Payment & Approval
   Be informed of the fees and refund policy.  Understand all requirements for each test. Names and addresses of applicants must exactly match information your credit card company has on file, otherwise your application will not go through.
  Visa, Mastercard, and Discover accepted.
  Email confirmation of successful submission.
  Pending approval of your application. you will receive confirmation within 6 weeks.