In addition, the following guidelines should be met. While exceptions may be considered based on unusual strength in certain dimensions, these exceptions are rare. At least 25 major articles published or accepted by high quality, peer reviewed journal. First authorship or senior authorship is expected on at least 15 of these. Articles of substantial clinical impact may receive greater weight.
Case reports and publication in non-peer reviewed journals carry less weight.
Educational and program development activities, book chapters, review articles, CME courses, and other educational materials are considered as well. Invited authorship in major text. Committee positions in national and international organizations. Awards from peer organizations. Obtaining sustained funding for research from competitive sources.