Are physicians required to be certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)?
A. The surgeon/physician performing surgical procedures and recovery room personnel must be certified in ACLS. One assistant to the surgeon/physician (if needed) must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS). You may also review Rules 64B8-9.009(4)(b)4. and 64B8-9.009(6)(b)4., F.A.C. for more information.
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