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NBE and Inteleos Form Cardiovascular Imaging Coalition to Launch Innovative Multimodality Certification Program

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National Board of Echocardiography and Inteleos Form Cardiovascular Imaging Coalition to Launch Innovative Multimodality Certification Program

RALEIGH, NC, February 21, 2025 – The National Board of Echocardiography (NBE) and Inteleos have established the Cardiovascular Imaging Coalition (CVIC) to streamline the maintenance of certification (MOC) process for physicians specializing in multiple cardiac imaging modalities. This groundbreaking initiative addresses the challenges of time and expense physicians face in maintaining multiple certifications across cardiovascular computed tomography (CT), nuclear cardiology (NC), cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (CMR), and echocardiography.

The CVIC is developing an integrated, case-based MOC process that will provide immediate feedback and learning opportunities to enhance patient care. While this new program is under early development, NBE will continue to offer its annual longitudinal assessment process for Maintenance of Certification in Echocardiography (MOCE), ensuring flexibility for physicians who specialize in single imaging modalities. Additionally, Inteleos will enhance its MOC experience for physicians certified in individual cardiovascular imaging specialties.

“We are thrilled to help physicians who use multiple cardiovascular imaging modalities streamline their certification maintenance process,” says NBE President Roberto Lang, MD.

Luciana Young, MD, Chair of the Inteleos Board of Directors, adds, “Inteleos is committed to modernizing cardiovascular imaging certification maintenance through the CVIC, implementing meaningful evaluations that reflect the daily practice of multimodality imagers.”

About the National Board of Echocardiography
Founded in 1996, the NBE is a non-profit organization advancing excellence in clinical echocardiography through certification examinations. The organization has administered over 42,000 exams across its programs, including ASCeXAM®, Advanced PTEeXAM®, Basic PTEeXAM®, and CCEeXAM®, with more than 17,000 physicians worldwide achieving NBE Diplomate status.

About Inteleos
Inteleos™ is a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare globally. It oversees the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography® (ARDMS®), the Alliance for Physician Certification & Advancement™ (APCA™), and the Point-of-Care Ultrasound Certification Academy™ (PCA), collectively representing 150,000 certified medical professionals worldwide. The APCA Council’s Cardiovascular Imaging certification examinations include the Certification Board of Cardiac Computed Tomography (CBCCT), the Certification Board of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CBCMR), and the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology (CBNC). The Inteleos Foundation manages the organization’s philanthropic initiatives.
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In Memoriam, James Kirkpatrick, MD, FASE

The National Board of Echocardiography Board of Directors, ASCeXAM Writing Committee, physician volunteers, and staff are mourning the loss of James Kirkpatrick, MD, FASE. With profound sadness, we share Dr. Kirkpatrick’s unexpected passing on January 1, 2025. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

In 2006, Dr. Kirkpatrick achieved NBE Testamur status by passing the ASCeXAM® Examination of Special Competence in Adult Echocardiography. That same year, he earned NBE Diplomate status, which he upheld with distinction until his passing. Most recently, Dr. Kirkpatrick served as an invaluable contributor and dedicated member of the ASCeXAM Writing Committee, leaving an enduring impact on the field and all who worked alongside him. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.

“As a luminary in clinical echocardiography and in medical education, Dr. Kirkpatrick served on the National Board of Echocardiography ASCExAM Writing Committee from 2022-2025. While on this Committee, Dr. Kirkpatrick played a leading role creating the content for the transition from recertification exam to a maintenance of certification program. He was valued deeply by his colleagues for his commitment to use education and learning to improve patient care. Above all else, he will be remembered by his colleagues for his integrity, humble nature, wit, humor, and his kindness. ”

by Jonathan R. Lindner, MD, FACC, FASE
ASCeXAM Writing Committee Chair
NBE Board of Directors

Numerous memories have been shared among those who knew Dr. Kirkpatrick, you may view the American Society of Echocardiography dedication here, the American College of Cardiology dedication here, and the University of Washington memoriam here.

MOTE/MOCE Frequently Asked Questions

NBE Diplomates can view Maintenance of Certification in Echocardiography Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here

NBE Testamurs can view Maintenance of Testamur in Echocardiography Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) here