Keywords

American College of Hyperbaric Medicine, hyperbaric standards, physician credentialing, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, hyperbaric medicine

 

Authors

  1. Serena, Thomas E. MD, FACS, FACHM, MAPWCA
  2. Gelly, Helen MD, FACCWS, UHM/ABPM
  3. Bohn, Gregory A. MD, FACS, FACHM
  4. Niezgoda, Jeffrey A. MD, FACHM, MAPWCA, CHWS

Abstract

ABSTRACT: The American College of Hyperbaric Medicine provides this document for hospital credentialing committees as national standards for credentialing hyperbaric physicians. These recommendations represent the consensus opinion of expert leaders in the field of hyperbaric medicine. The principles set forth in this document are intended to serve as a guideline to assist healthcare organizations. This document applies to both hospital-based and nonhospital-affiliated centers.