About ABEIM
The American Board of Emotional Intelligence in Medicine (ABEIM) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to advancing excellence in clinical empathy, communication, and patient engagement across all health professions.
Elevating Care Through Emotional Intelligence
Our mission is simple: to help clinicians connect deeply, communicate clearly, and care compassionately — because emotional intelligence is as essential as clinical skill.
Standards & Guidelines
We publish evidence-informed standards and practical guidance on communication, empathy, professionalism, and patient engagement across all specialties — providing a foundation for emotionally intelligent care.
Certification
We recognize and certify clinicians who consistently demonstrate excellence in empathy, compassion, and professional integrity. ABEIM Board Certification is a mark of trust, reflecting a clinician’s commitment to delivering care that heals both body and mind.
Education & Training
Through workshops, micro-courses, and personalized coaching, ABEIM empowers members to grow their emotional intelligence skills. All training integrates seamlessly with each member’s private learning portal for progress tracking and reflection.
Community
Our membership community is a collaborative network of clinicians and educators dedicated to advancing compassionate, effective care. Together, we share best practices, celebrate growth, and support one another in leading with empathy.
Who We Are
The American Board of Emotional Intelligence in Medicine (ABEIM) unites healthcare professionals—physicians, PAs, NPs, nurses, therapists, and allied clinicians—around a shared vision:
to improve health outcomes through emotionally intelligent practice.
We offer a membership and certification pathway modeled after the American College tradition, designed to foster both professional growth and patient-centered excellence.
Members gain access to exclusive resources, a private progress portal, and opportunities to sponsor, mentor, and coach peers in emotional intelligence and compassionate communication.
Recipients of the prestigious Dolphin Award may receive one full year of ABEIM membership free, recognizing their outstanding commitment to empathy and patient connection in healthcare.
Governance & Nonprofit Status
- Independent board with both patient and clinician representation
- Transparent standards and open public comment cycles
- Data privacy by design, giving members full control over their visibility
- Scholarships supporting underserved communities and early-career trainees
Join the Movement to Humanize Healthcare
Become part of a community redefining medical excellence through empathy, communication, and compassion.
Join ABEIM today to access certification pathways, member education, and exclusive resources designed to elevate patient care.