How to Find a Doctor's Credentials

In the rapid changing state of health care it can be beneficial to research the current credentials of your physician. Researching a doctor's credentials can provide information relevant for choosing a doctor to suit your medical needs. Some doctors have affiliations to hospitals with teaching responsibilities or membership affiliations from fellowship training and are committed to continuing education. This type of useful information can be found by calling your state medical board.

Instructions

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  Log onto the website for the Federation of State Medical Boards.

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  Locate the state in which you reside or are searching for a doctor.

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  Dial the telephone number provided at the bottom of the address for the state medical board you wish to contact.

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  Tell the receptionist the information you seek, and ask the appropriate person to speak with.

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  Write down the doctor's credentials with pen and pad for future reference and personal record.