Geriatric Medicine Board Review

Is The Pass Machine different from other board reviews?

Yes, in three main ways:

1. The Pass Machine board review is the most comprehensive option. More than just a Question Bank of practice questions, each course includes in-depth lectures in a familiar classroom setting presented by expert faculty. This means you get a topic-by-topic review of exactly what’s on the board exam in much greater detail than what you can get from QBank answer explanations.

2. Because the physician’s schedule is typically a hectic one, The Pass Machine is optimized for on-the-go review. Components such as the audio-only lecture option, iOS and Android app for mobile review, and offline access capability, and a fully illustrated board-mapped study guide make The Pass Machine review easy to incorporate at any point your daily routine.

3. The Triple Trust Guarantee not only gives you a full tuition refund if you don’t pass the exam the first time after taking the course, but it also gives you an extra 10% and free subscription renewal. This unprecedented guarantee serves to assure you of the confidence we have that The Pass Machine content is exceptional.

Who produces The Pass Machine Courses? Where do you get your faculty?

The Pass Machine board review courses are produced by American Physician Institute for Advanced Professional Studies, LLC (API). API conducts dozens of courses and trains thousands of physicians each year to pass their boards and stay up to date in their fields. Every single one of American Physician Institute‘s educational courses has full editorial independence, is free of pharmaceutical and industry sponsorship and is backed by an unbeatable guarantee. Because of its reputation for excellence, American Physician Institute is able to enlist many of the top faculty from the best universities, teaching hospitals and research facilities in the country to provide you with Category 1 CME educational activities.

Do you provide board review for other medical specialties?

Yes! In fact, we provide preparation for dozens of other specialty and subspecialty board exams. Check out www.AmericanPhysician.com for the full list.

Is it likely that my employer will cover my tuition?

Because all The Pass Machine courses are approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™, it is likely that your tuition will be reimbursed. You may be surprised at how many residency and fellowship training programs, group practices, and other employers pay for or reimburse you for such Category 1 educational activities. After all, it’s in everyone’s best interests to have you board certified. It really pays to ask your training director, medical director, or administrator if you are eligible because some training programs and employers do pay for board exam training. And, if you work for the Federal Government, American Physician Institute is a certified business in the CCR database and can accept government checks and credit cards.

Does The Pass Machine offer any free board review resources?

Yes! Start with our Medical Board Review Blog. There are general articles featuring board prep tips, and articles on board prep that are more board specific.

What is your Sam.gov Unique Entity ID?

American Physician Institute’s Unique Entity ID is LQWHFPP2KLB8.

Can I get a discount off course tuition?

Yes! American Physician Institute offers several board review course discounts:

1. Group discounts
2. Multi-purchase discounts
3. Referral earnings & discounts through our Ambassador Club
4. Residency & Fellowship Program tailored for training programs.

Please call 877-225-8384 for more information or visit the “Discounts & Group Sales” pages under the top menu.

What do I get when I register for the Geriatric Medicine review course?

Course enrollment grants you access to your personalized online dashboard, which includes:

• 33+ hours audio-video lectures
• 33+ hours of MP4 audio lectures
• Illustrated PDF study guide
• 1000+ practice questions bank
• Earn up to 67.25 AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits™
• 33.5 ABIM MOC Points
• CME Vault for claiming and storing your CME certificates
• Triple Trust Guarantee

Board Exam Results and the Triple Trust Guarantee

Is The Pass Machine Geriatric Medicine review pass-guaranteed?

Yes, all full courses are pass-guaranteed, and backed by our Triple Trust Guarantee. At any time, you can view the Triple Trust Guarantee Terms & Conditions.

What does the Triple Trust Guarantee cover?

If you purchase a course with a “Triple Trust Guarantee” and fail the board exam for which this course is designed, API will issue a 100% refund of your paid tuition^*, plus an additional 10%, plus free subscription renewal. The guarantee expires in the event the exam for which this course is designed is no longer offered by the certifying board. 

*  Tuition is defined as the amount you paid for your base course, and does not include optional course add-ons, such as purchase of online access extensions, and/or the live course attendance option (where available). If any promotional items, such as gift cards, are included with your purchase, the value of that promotional item will be deducted from your tuition.

The Triple Trust Guarantee sounds too good to be true—is it for real?

Yes, it’s completely real. Rest assured, API has always honored its guarantees and always will. The Triple Trust Guarantee is API’s way of demonstrating that it’s just as invested in your success as you are. After all, if you fail your board exam, API will pay a penalty. API will refund your course tuition in full, provide you with a bonus, and provide you with free subscription renewal. The guarantee ensures API doesn’t get paid for effort, only for passing results.

Does the Triple Trust Guarantee cover non-tuition course options and upgrades?

No. Course options and upgrades are non-tuition related. Therefore, these fees are not included in any guarantee-related refund payment made under the terms of the Triple Trust Guarantee.

What should I do if I don’t pass my board exam?

First, it’s important to remember that a non-passing result is not necessarily a reflection on your abilities as a physician. The way the ABIM tests you is not the same as the many ways you’re “tested” as a practicing physician. Check out this reassuring video from Dr. Jack - What To Do If You Fail Your Board Exam https://www.thepassmachine.com//video-what-to-do-fail-your-board-exam/

More to the point, American Physician Institute can work with you to help you get over this professional hurdle. Give us a call!

I didn’t pass my board exam. How do I activate my course guarantee?

To activate your guarantee, you must notify American Physician of your failure to pass your board exam and submit a copy of your exam notification and scores. To be eligible for the refund portion of the guarantee you must submit your documents within 45 days of the date of your exam fail notification. To notify American Physician and submit your documents, go to your course dashboard, and click on the "Guarantee" tab. Complete the form and attach your exam notification and scores. You will receive an email confirmation of receipt, and someone will contact you shortly. If you need assistance with this process or your course access is expired, please contact Customer Care at 877-225-8384

Geriatric Medicine Course Access

When do I receive online access to Geriatric Medicine review course materials?

When a credit card or debit is used for payment, access is immediate. When a check is used as payment, access will be granted once the check has been received and verified.

How long do I have access to my online materials? Does my course expire?

The Geriatric Medicine prep course and all its associated online material remains active for a full 12 months from your date of purchase when you register now.

What if I'm not ready to take my exam? Can I extend my course?

Some physicians invest in a board-preparation course many years prior to their exam. In these cases, The Pass Machine allows course registrants to extend the life of their course by 12 months for an additional fee. If you wish to extend your access, please call 877-225-8384 prior to your course expiration date. NOTE: Extension options are not available to Group registrations.

What are your system requirements?

Our products only require internet access and a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari. Use of Internet Explorer is NOT recommended.). All content is compatible with current Mac and PC operating systems.

CME Credits & Board Info

How do I get my CME credits?

Online Courses – From your course dashboard, click on the Claim CME tab. You will see your CME test(s) and/or SA test here. Complete the test, and once you have passed with 50% or better, your CME certificate will be issued immediately and placed in your CME Vault. SA tests are not a graded activity. Your certificate is issued based on completing the activity. Live Courses - From your course dashboard, click on the Claim CME tab. You will see your CME test, CME survey, or SA test here. Complete the test, and once you have passed with 50% or better, your CME certificate will be issued immediately and placed in your CME Vault. SA tests and CME surveys are not a graded activity. Your certificate is issued based on completing these activities.

How do I access my earned CME credits?

The Geriatric Medicine board review includes access to CME™ Vault for convenient storing and retrieval of CME-related documents. Access this area from the CME Vault tab in your course dashboard.

Where can I find information about taking my specialty's board exam?

For information about Geriatric Medicine Board Exam, please visit The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM): www.ABIM.org

“This is an excellent review course. I did this to take geriatrics re-certification tests. It has very updated new information in every field and all the teachers are excellent. This review course also provides you with 950 more questions for you to test yourself. It will quickly update you on new medical knowledge and practice advise. It is very worthwhile to participate.”

Shing-shing Yeh, MD, Glenhead, NY

“The Geriatric Medicine Board Review helped me immensely in my preparation for the certification exam. The questions were relevant to the exam. The lectures were especially helpful for revision . They are of good quality and provided a comprehensive review of relevant topics. This course helped me pass the certification exam. I am grateful that this course was recommended to me and I would recommend it to others.”

Shruti Anand, MD, Grand Rapids, MI

“I took my Geriatric Medicine Board 2 years ago and then had to take my Geriatrics board exam the following year. I passed EACH exam with a comfortable margin. I read things from my medical societies that interest me, but it’s so easy to drift away from areas that we also need to know for the test (and real life). I feel like the review program you designed best helped me know where I was weak. This showed me where I could focus my efforts to review the literature. And it worked! I will (and already have) recommend your review program to ALL of my medical associates. Thank you again!!”

Charles Miller, MD, Houston, TX

“It’s hard to cover the entire field of Geriatric Medicine in 4 days, but the API did an overall admirable job of doing so. Some areas were covered particularly well, especially the areas of Geriatric Psych, Dementia, Gerontology, Neuro/GF and endocrine. I liked the question & answer format. It will be very helpful to review lectures and syllabus prior to the exam.”

Linda Schoonover, Hampden, MA

“Excellent course with focus on targeted high value approach to a comprehensive Geriatric Medicine Board Review. Embedding Board-type questions with each talk added value and enhanced learning and allowed me to identify areas of weakness.”

Michael C. Dresser, MD, Jefferson Hills, PA

“The course has been very helpful not only for Board Exam preparation, but has also provided considerable information useful for daily practice.”

John Slutan, Highland Park, IL

“Most of the speakers were high quality. Handouts get to the important points quickly. I feel much more confident going into exam.”

F. Kane, Quad Cities, IA

“Overall it was well organized and well run. It does get to be quite arduous and the breaks and on time schedules were excellent.”

Sharon Petitjean, Newport News, VA

“Would I do it again, yes. Is it perfect—no but it is overall very good and provides a focused question board (based) review.”

Allen S. Funnye, Pasadena, CA

“Really excellent review. Overall excellent…I hope I pass my Boards.”

Maria Negron, Spartanburg, SC

“Comprehensive course, well organized and enjoyable program for review.”

Christopher Paredes, Queens, NY

“Well organized with excellent take home handouts and web access.”

Charles Spencer, Philadelphia, PA

“Overall an excellent review course.”

C.M.L., MD, Laredo, TX

“Loved Dr. Coll—great lecturer!”

Cynthia Tenyn, Watkins Glen, NY

Geriatric Medicine MOC Testimonials

“I’m still waiting for my exam results, but this Geriatric Medicine Board Review course has helped me to prepare for my exam very well. This was my second attempt for Geriatrics Boards and this time I was confident that I could answer the questions. The good thing about this course is that it can be used until the candidate is able to pass the exam.”

Malathi Aakula, MD, Windermere, FL

“I took the AOBFP Geriatric Medicine recertification exam on March 19, 2016 and passed with a high score of 95%. I found the online course to be a great overview of Geriatric Medicine. The multiple choice practice questions definitely sharpened my test taking skills.”

Gary Baiocchi, DO, Gwynedd Valley, PA

“The course was not only a valuable means of passing the board but also was a comprehensive way to understand Geriatric Medicine. It covered all aspects of geriatric disciplines, easy to understand and apply to your daily practice. I took the course online and it was very easy to follow at my convenience. it has helped me to pass the board and has increased my knowledge in geriatrics.”

Sissay Awoke, MD, Washington, DC

“I took the geriatric recertification exam on October 1. I just received notification that I passed. that makes two ABFP exams that I have passed with the Pass Machine. Thank you for the opportunity and success in my endeavors.”

Richard Bond, DO, Santa Ana, CA

“One of my residents had some trouble passing IM Boards. After 2 attempts (failures), she called and said she had passed and gave great feedback about “The passing Machine” as the reason for passing. So-When I had to decide whether to take MOC in geriatrics I saw a Pass Machine advertisement for Geriatrics. So I said why not. The course was focused, well organized, on time and I didn’t fall asleep. I feel more confident now—I hope the outcome is similar to my resident.”

Stephan McDonald, Springfield, OH

“Comprehensive, intense, incredibly well coordinated. I feel much more prepared for the upcoming Boards.”

R. Stephan Griffith, MD, Kansas City, MO