We get a lot of calls each week about how to become certified in Hyperbaric Medicine. Below are steps you could follow if you are interested in seeking privileges to practice hyperbaric medicine at your facility.
Attend a hyperbaric basic training, Introduction to Hyperbaric Medicine - a 40-hour course. This course provides you with basic training in hyperbaric medicine. You are not "certified" at the end of the basic training course, you will receive a certificate of course completion.
The hyperbaric basic-training course that we provide at Wound Care Education Partners meets CMS requirements for physician supervision and billing.
To pursue board certification or a certificate of added qualification, please read on for more details.
Our in-person Introduction to Hyperbaric Medicine basic training course is approved by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS).
Privileges to practice hyperbaric medicine are granted by your facility. Check with your facility's requirements to earn privileges.
Below are options for physicians to either become boarded in UHM or pursue added qualification.
Additional Notes:
The UHMS recognizes CHS, CHWS (ABWH) - you can find the UHMS position statement here.
The American Board of Wound Healing (ABWH) offers added qualifications similar to those offered by the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology (NBDHMT).
The ABWH awards Certified Hyperbaric Specialist (CHS) and Certified Hyperbaric & Wound Specialist (CHWS).
An "added qualification" is not an entry-level qualification, rather an additional certification beyond the applicant's qualifying profession.
If you are ready to take action now, register for an Introduction to Hyperbaric Medicine 40-hour basic training course. Learn more here http://bit.ly/WCEP_IHM
Find an upcoming course on our Upcoming Courses page here http://bit.ly/WCEPUpcomingCourses
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Learned a lot about HBO
I trained as a Special forces dive Med tech and am now a ER physician I’m looking for training and possible work in this field, any suggestions
Thanks