News & Announcements
Mar. 13, 2019
ABS to Welcome 8 New Directors
The ABS will welcome eight new directors and seven new component board members in July.
Feb. 19, 2019
ABS Now Offering "Retired" Status to Qualified Diplomates
The ABS is now offering a Retired certification status to qualified diplomates. Qualified diplomates are no longer active in practice in any capacity.
Nov. 29, 2018
The latest ABS e-newsletter is now available, with a message from the chair, a Continuous Certification Program update, information about at-large directors, international collaboration details, and more.
Oct. 15, 2018
General Surgery Continuous Certification Registration Deadline Extended
The 2018 ABS General Surgery Continuous Certification Assessment registration deadline has been extended to accommodate diplomates who may not have had time to register for this year's window.
Oct. 1, 2018
ABMS Statement on US DOJ Response to Proposed Maryland Legislation
The American Board of Medical Specialties applauds the U.S. Department of Justice's recognition of the value of board certification to consumers and health systems.
Sept. 18, 2018
Study Demonstrates Relationship Between Maintaining Board Certification and Loss of License Actions
New ABS study published by JAMA shows relationship between maintaining certification in surgery and loss of license actions.
Aug. 8, 2018
ABS Accepting Nominations for At-Large Director
The American Board of Surgery is seeking nominations to fill one or more at-large director positions.
July 12, 2018
ABS Welcomes Dr. Spence Taylor as Chair
The American Board of Surgery is pleased to welcome Dr. Spence M. Taylor as chair for 2018-2019.
May 29, 2018
Recertification Exams in Vascular Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, and SCC
The online registration process for these exams is now available - please click on the link above for an important message.
May 23, 2018
General Surgery CE Dates Posted
Dates for 2018-2019 General Surgery Certifying Exams have been announced. Eligible candidates must select a date/site by Sept. 1, 2018.
The American Board of Surgery is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1937 to provide board certification to individuals who have met a defined standard of education, training and knowledge in the field of surgery.
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