Mastectomy Fitter
What is an ABC Certified Mastectomy Fitter?
An ABC Certified Fitter-mastectomy (CFm) is a health care professional specifically educated and trained in the provision of breast prostheses and post-mastectomy items and services. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.
Scope of Practice
ABC's Certified Fitter-mastectomy Scope of Practice details the specific functions of a certified mastectomy fitter. This includes patient assessment, formulation of a treatment plan, implementation of the treatment plan, follow-up and practice management.
ABC credentialed individuals must adhere to the ABC Scope of Practice for their credential and/or the scope of practice for any relevant related licensure they hold.
Additionally, the certified mastectomy fitter is required to support and conform to the Code of Professional Responsibility which promotes and assures the overall welfare of the patient and the integrity of the profession.
Credential
Once you have met the ABC requirements and passed the certification exam, you will be awarded the Certified Fitter-mastectomy (CFm) credential.
Approved Mastectomy Fitter Pre-Certification Courses
You must complete an ABC approved pre-certification course as part of your eligibility requirement for taking the exam. A complete list of approved providers and course dates is available here.
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Stephen Fletcher, CPO
Director, Professional Credentialing
Directs ABC’s Professional Ethics, Certification, Scope of Practice and Government Relations programs. Manages all ABC’s certification exam development and administration activities. Facilitates coordination of professional/clinical issues across all ABC programs, including state licensure.
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Molly Maguire
Professional Credentialing Administrator
Primary contact for: professional ethics complaints against ABC credential holders, questions about ABC scope of practice, state licensure issues and ABC Board of Director nomination applications.
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Certification Manager
Responsible for all administrative functions of ABC's certification programs and interfacing with outside consultants.
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Lauren Moran
Certification Candidate Coordinator
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Certification Program Assistant
Contact for: general certification program inquiries, certification application assistance, licensure exam inquiries and certificate reprints.
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