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ABS News
- The spring 2013 issue of ABS E-News is now available.
- The ABS announces seven new directors joining the board this July.
CE Site Selection
- The 2013-2014 General Surgery CE site selection process is not yet posted; it will be available to admissible candidates by 5 p.m. Friday, May 24. Please watch this space for updates.
2013 Exam Applications
- The online application process for all 2013 exams is now posted. Please review your exam's instructions before beginning the online application.
- General Surgery QE: »
Instructions » Online Application
U.S. chief residents must use the login assigned in the letters mailed to their program. Canadian residents should contact the ABS office.
- General Surgery Recertification: » Instructions » Online Application
- SPE: » Instructions » Online Application
- Vascular Surgery QE: » Instructions » Online Application
- Vascular Surgery Recertification: » Instructions » Online Application
- Pediatric Surgery QE: » Instructions » Online Application
- Pediatric Surgery Recertification: » Instructions » Online Application
- SCC CE: » Instructions » Online Application
- SCC Recertification: » Instructions » Online Application
Upcoming Application Deadlines
- » June 3 (late deadline) - General Surgery QE, SPE
- » July 1 - All Vascular Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and SCC Exams
- » July 15 (late deadline) - All Vascular Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and SCC Exams
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