Choose Your Certification Level
Three tiers. One standard of care. Start where it makes sense for your practice and advance as you grow.
The Three Tiers
P-THICK™ Certification Levels
All tiers include licensed use of the P-THICK™ name and access to Dr. Gabal's proprietary protocol. Choose the level of training and support that fits your goals.
P-THICK™ Certified
The foundational certification. Everything you need to start offering P-THICK™ certified procedures at your practice.
- Online training course — Dr. Gabal's proprietary P-THICK™ protocol
- Clinical certification exam — pass to earn your credential
- Licensed use of P-THICK™ name — use the trademark in your marketing
- Provider directory listing — verified profile on p-thick.com
- Co-branded marketing materials — ready-to-use patient content
- CE credit hours — included with certification
- Annual membership — keeps your license and listing active
P-THICK™ Advanced
For providers who want hands-on mastery, priority visibility, and a direct patient referral pipeline.
- In-person hands-on training day — live technique instruction with expert oversight
- Priority directory placement — featured above Tier 1 providers in search results
- Direct patient referral pipeline — receive referrals from P-THICK™ national marketing
- Live case observation — observe Dr. Gabal performing the P-THICK™ procedure
- Advanced CE credits — additional hours for in-person training
P-THICK™ Master
For elite providers who want top visibility, co-branded authority, and the ability to train others.
- Elite Master badge — distinguished designation in the provider directory
- Featured directory listing — top placement with enhanced profile
- Co-branded content with Dr. Gabal — joint authority content for your marketing
- Advisory committee eligibility — help shape the future of P-THICK™ standards
- Train-the-trainer track — become an authorized P-THICK™ instructor
Already certified? You can upgrade anytime.
Providers can move up to a higher tier at any point. You'll only complete the additional requirements for the new tier — no need to repeat what you've already done.
Full Comparison
What's Included in Each Tier
A detailed breakdown of every benefit across all three certification levels.
| Feature | Tier 1 Certified |
Tier 2 Advanced |
Tier 3 Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training | |||
| Online training course | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Clinical certification exam | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| In-person hands-on training day | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Live case observation with Dr. Gabal | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Train-the-trainer track | — | — | ✓ |
| Directory & Visibility | |||
| Provider directory listing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Priority directory placement | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Elite Master badge + featured listing | — | — | ✓ |
| Marketing & Brand | |||
| Licensed use of P-THICK™ trademark | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Co-branded patient education materials | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Co-branded content with Dr. Gabal | — | — | ✓ |
| Referrals & Growth | |||
| Direct patient referral pipeline | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| CE credit hours | ✓ | ✓✓ | ✓✓ |
| Advisory committee eligibility | — | — | ✓ |
The Process
From Application to Certified Provider
Apply
Submit your credentials and practice info. Our team reviews within 2 business days.
Train
Complete your online course. Tier 2 & 3 providers also schedule an in-person training day.
Certify
Pass the P-THICK™ clinical exam and activate your annual membership.
Practice
Go live in the directory, start using the P-THICK™ name, and receive referrals.
Ready to Choose Your Tier?
Not sure which tier is right for you? Email us at info@p-thick.com and we'll help you decide.
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