At the last two meetings, the NBEC has discussed the idea of a name change. It is apparent that the NBEC no longer functions as a committee. Staff was asked to work with the NBEC Executive Committee to assess the impact of the new name on contracts, articles of incorporation, and office changes that will have to be made. Consequently, maintaining the security and integrity of the examination is very important. Therefore, candidates who violate the statement of confidentiality, in addition to violating copyright law, are placing their license and career in jeopardy.
Security is a cooperative effort.
Dr. Cheryl Dhein also served as an item writer last year. This means that the passing standard is fixed, based on the content of the examination, and does not vary depending on the performance of candidates. Eleven veterinarians formed the first group, and eight participated in the second group. Each group first received an orientation to the process from NBME staff psychometricians. The judges were instructed to focus on the borderline candidate, one just barely qualified to practice veterinary medicine at entry level.