American Board of Surgery
Carol Barry has a strong background in psychometrics and research, with experience in various roles. Carol is currently the Director of Psychometrics and Research at the American Board of Surgery. Prior to that, they worked as a Senior Psychometrician at the same organization. Carol also has experience at the College Board, where they held the position of Research Scientist for over a decade. In this role, Carol led and contributed to research and evaluation projects, specializing in noncognitive assessments and applied research. Carol has also held roles as a Graduate Student Intern at the College Board, a Doctoral Graduate Assistant at James Madison University's Center for Assessment and Research Studies, and a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Masters Graduate Assistant at James Madison University. Through these positions, Carol gained experience in statistical analysis, data management, and research project coordination.
Carol Barry has a strong educational background in the field of psychology. Carol earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University between the years 2001 and 2005. Afterward, they pursued further education and obtained a Master of Arts (M.A.) degree in Psychological Sciences from James Madison University, where they attended from 2005 to 2007. Carol then continued their academic journey and received a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Assessment and Measurement from James Madison University, completing their studies between 2007 and 2010.
American Board of Surgery
The American Board of Surgery is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1937 for the purpose of certifying individuals who have met a defined standard of education, training and knowledge in the field of surgery. Surgeons certified by the ABS have completed at least five years of training following medical school and successfully completed a written and oral examination process administered by the ABS. They must then maintain their board certification through ongoing learning and assessment activities. Not all surgeons are board certified. Board certification by the ABS is a voluntary process that demonstrates a surgeon's commitment to lifelong learning and quality patient care. It recognizes individuals who have met ABS standards specifically in the area of general surgery and its related specialties. This is different from possessing a medical license, which is the minimum required by law to practice medicine and is not specialty specific. The ABS offers board certification in general surgery, vascular surgery, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgery of the hand, and complex general surgical oncology. It is one of the 24 member boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties.