Board Certification

The American Board of Emotional Intelligence in Medicine (ABEIM) recognizes clinicians who demonstrate exceptional empathy, communication, and professionalism in patient care.
Becoming Board Certified in Emotional Intelligence in Medicine (ABEIM-BC) involves measurable growth, verified excellence, and a commitment to mentorship.

Board Certification Pathway

Step 1: Maintain Active Membership

Stay in good standing as an active ABEIM member by upholding the Code of Professional Conduct and maintaining annual dues.
Activate your Member Portal to set personal goals, access your self-assessment rubric, and begin tracking progress after clinical sessions.

Step 2: Complete the HCx Credential

Earn the Healthcare Experience (HCx) credential through PracticingTLC.com.
HCx provides structured, evidence-based training in communication, empathy, and engagement — the core competencies of emotionally intelligent care.

Step 3: Demonstrate Patient-Reported Excellence

Gather patient feedback through your unique ABEIM link or QR code.
To qualify:

Maintain a 4.0★ (or higher) average rating
Over one continuous year or at least 365 verified patient ratings

This patient-driven metric ensures your certification reflects real, sustained excellence in bedside connection and communication.

Certification Requirements (Summary)

Membership: Active ABEIM member in good standing
Credential: Completed Healthcare Experience (HCx) credential
Patient Ratings: ≥ 4.0★ average
Duration / Count: 1 continuous year of ≥ 365 verified ratings
Mentorship: Sponsored & coached two clinicians
Portfolio: Reflective report with outcomes & feedback
Review: Oral/practical review (if required)
Recertification: Every 3 years with continued excellence & CME equivalents

Certification Requirements (Summary)

Membership: Active ABEIM member in good standing
Credential: Completed Healthcare Experience (HCx) credential
Patient Ratings: ≥ 4.0★ average
Duration / Count: 1 continuous year or ≥ 365 verified ratings
Mentorship: Sponsored & coached two clinicians
Portfolio: Reflective report with outcomes & feedback
Review: Oral/practical review (if required)
Recertification: Every 3 years with continued excellence & CME equivalents

Step 4: Mentor and Coach

Demonstrate leadership by sponsoring and coaching two clinicians through the ABEIM growth process.
Mentorship fosters accountability, professional reflection, and a culture of compassionate medicine.
All coaching activities should be documented for verification.

Step 5: Reflect and Submit Portfolio

Submit a concise reflective portfolio summarizing your:

Key lessons and learning insights
Aggregated and de-identified patient feedback themes
Specific changes or improvements in practice
Coaching attestations and mentorship outcomes

This portfolio demonstrates both measurable progress and professional maturity.

Step 6: Review and Certification

Once your portfolio is complete, an oral or practical review may be requested.
After successful evaluation, you will be formally recognized as:

🎖️ Board Certified in Emotional Intelligence in Medicine (ABEIM-BC)

Public Verification

Certified diplomates appear in the ABEIM Public Directory, which displays:

(The example directory shown below is a demo. The live version connects to ABEIM’s secure verification database.)

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.