The NLA Role in Medicine

Clinical Lipidology is a multidisciplinary branch of

medicine focusing on lipid and lipoprotein metabolism and their

associated disorders.

ADOPTED MAY 2006

Definition of Clinical Lipidology

The development of certification programs for Clinical Lidologists and the lipid management team of allied health providers was spearheaded by the visionary leaders of the National Lipid Association.

Although independent from each other, the organizations work closely together to ensure adequate educational opportunities for lipid professionals

Certification

American Board of Clinical Lipidology(ABCL)

The ABCL is an independent certifying organization offering the only certification program for physicians specializing in Clinical Lipidology.

Since offering its first exam in 2005, nearly 500 physicians have earned the distinction of “Diplomate of the ABCL.”

Clinical Lipidologists come from a variety of backgrounds: Internal Medicine Cardiology Endocrinology Family Practice Osteopathy Obstetrics & Gynecology Preventive Medicine

The ABCL certification program establishes a consistent benchmark of expertise in the field of

Clinical Lipidology.

Who is a Lipidologist?

Statistics - Primary Board Certifications

ABIM (351)

ABFP (52)

ABIM-CVD (122)

ABIM-ENDO (47)

ABIM-Geriatrics (13)

Osteopathic Board(12)

Statistics - Diplomates by Gender

0 100 200 300 400 500

Male (435)

Female (65)

Female (65)

Male (435)

Statistics - Diplomates by State

0 10 20 30 40

California

New York

Florida

Texas

North Carolina

Pennsylvania

Georgia

South Carolina

Credentialing Requirements

Basic Requirements for All Candidates Be a currently licensed physician (MD or DO) in the United

States or Canada Be certified by a primary care board (ABMS or equivalent) (i.e.,

Internal Medicine, Family Practice, Geriatrics, Neurology/Vascular Neurology, Preventive Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics-Gynecology)

OR Have completed a two-year minimum relevant accredited

fellowship (e.g., cardiology, endocrinology)

OR Have two years of demonstrated appropriate experience and

practice activity in the management of patients with lipid disorders

Training Requirements

Visit www.lipidboard.org for eligibility requirements, deadlines and an application.

Examination Dates – 2010 4-hour Exam to be Offered Online in Testing

Centers in US and Canada. Exam is multiple-choice with ~240 questions.

Spring Testing Window March 15–April 15, 2010

Summer Testing Window June 14–July 14, 2010

Fall Testing Window September 20–October 20, 2010

How to Apply

Certification – Allied Health

Accreditation Council for Clinical Lipidology (ACCL)

The ACCL is an independent certifying organization that has developed standards and examinations in the field of Clinical Lipidology for the growing number of allied health, primary care and paraprofessionals who are involved in lipid management.

Established in 2006

Certification

Accreditation Council for Clinical Lipidology (ACCL)

Offers Two Pathways to Recognition for Allied and Primary Care Professionals: ADVANCED CERTIFICATIONCertified Lipid Specialist

CORE CERTIFICATIONBasic Competency in Clinical Lipidology

• Open to licensed Allied Health Professionals specializing in the management of patients with lipid and related cardiometabolic disorders.

• Must meet clinical experience and training requirements to credential.

• 200-question comprehensive exam in clinical lipidology

• Open to primary care and allied professionals with an interest in the area of dyslipidemia.

• Must complete 10+ hours of focused training in lipid management

• 50-question exam covering basics of dyslipidemia management

Certification

Accreditation Council for Clinical Lipidology (ACCL)

Each pathway offers a unique credentialing process and examination

Both exams are offered electronically at testing center locations throughout the U.S. and Canada for maximum convenience and cost-effectiveness

www.lipidspecialist.org

Exam Content Areas ABCL vs. ACCL

ABCL (Physician Exam)

20% Pharmacologic therapy

14% Genetic Disorders 11% Nutrition and Non-

pharmacologic Therapy

10% Risk Assessment and NCEP Guidelines

10% Lipoprotein Metabolism

10% Epidemiology and Clinical Trials

10% Metabolic Syndrome 10% Vascular Biology 5% Special Populations

ACCL (CLS-Advanced Allied Health Exam)

22% Pharmacological Therapy

18% Nutrition, Exercise & Lifestyle

10% Clinical Trials 10% Metabolic Syndrome 10% Risk Assessment and

NCEP Guidelines 10% Lipoprotein

Metabolism 5% Genetic Disorders 5% Vascular Biology 5% Special Populations

(ethnicity, pediatrics, geriatrics, HIV, etc.)

5% Behavior and Compliance

Professional Development

The NLA provides an array of professional development opportunities for lipid professionals at all levels:

Lipid Management Training Course

Online CME Activities (@ www.NLACME.com)

NLA Self-Assessment Program and Self-Study Modules

Masters in Lipidology Advanced Training Course

2-day board review course offered prior to each NLA regional meeting

THE NLA HAS BEEN DESIGNATED BY THE ABCL AND ACCL TO ENDORSE A WIDE RANGE OF LIPID-FOCUSED EDUCATION THAT MEET THE CERTIFICATION CREDENTIALING CRITERIA.

www.lipid.org

Phone: 904.998.0854

www.lipidboard.org

Phone: 904.674.0752

www.lipidspecialist.org

Phone: 904.309.6250