Medscape Earns 2026 ANCC NCPD Premier Award for the Second Time, Reaffirming Leadership in Healthcare Education
April 16, 2026 |
Medscape, the leading digital platform for clinicians around the globe, has earned the 2026 American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) NCPD Premier Award. This prestigious designation was publicly announced at the 2026 PDP Summit in Orlando, FL, on April 15.
The Premier Award recognizes accredited organizations that demonstrate outstanding excellence in Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD), distinguishing themselves by consistently performing at a higher level than their peers and serving as role models and exemplars in the field. The recognition is valid for a 2-year term.
“We’re honored to receive this award from the ANCC Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) Accreditation Program. Providing the highest level of education for nursing professionals is an important part of our mission to improve outcomes for patients everywhere. Supporting nurses in advancing their skills, knowledge, and confidence improves the entire health ecosystem, and we’re proud to be a part of the vital care they provide,” said Amy Bernard, MS, BSN, RN, NPD-BC, CHCP, Vice President, Accreditations and Compliance, Medscape Education.
Medscape previously received this honor in 2022, making it one of a select group of organizations to earn the designation multiple times.
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