What Does It Mean To Be Certified In Oral And Maxillofacial Surgery?
Dr. Lambert has graduated from an accredited dental school and is licensed in the state in which he practices. In addition, he has has completed a hospital-based oral and maxillofacial surgery residency program approved by the American Dental Association's Commission on Dental Accreditation.
During Dr. Lambert's oral and maxillofacial surgery residency, he received graduate training in other disciplines such as general surgery, plastic surgery, oculoplastic surgery, trauma surgery, pediatric surgery, medicine, anesthesia, and pathology. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to treat patients in the hospital, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, and in private offices.
The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery is recognized by the American Dental Association as the specialty certifying board for the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The Board is responsible for reviewing all applicants for board certification as well as administering the examinations involved in the certification process.
In order to become board certified, Dr. Lambert completed an intensive application and examination process. Applicants for board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery must provide verified written evidence of their educational and training qualifications. The applications of candidates for board certification are reviewed by the Board's Credentials Committee.
Finally, Dr. Lambert was required to pass both a comprehensive written qualifying examination and rigorous oral certifying examination to be certified as a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Diplomates are encouraged to maintain current competence through ongoing continuing education. To review Dr. Lambert's continuing education record, please see his online curriculum vitae.
Continuing professional education is an imporant tool in keeping Dr. Lambert current on new developments in the field. This is accomplished through national meetings, seminars, lectures, special courses, panels, symposia, and self study. The Board Certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon has a demonstrated committment to continued professional development. The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery encourages its Diplomates to continue their professional development throught various educational experiences.