April 8, 2021
ABS to Explore Video-Based Assessment in Pilot Program Launching June 2021
The ABS is launching a pilot program in video-based assessment to explore the feasibility of the technology as a vehicle for formative skill assessment and improvement for the practicing surgeon.
March 26, 2021
2021 Hardship Modifications to ABS Training Requirements
Each specialty board of the ABS has developed a set of hardship modifications to training requirements for trainees graduating in 2021.
March 23, 2021
ABS Statement of Support for the AAPI Community
The ABS stands with the AAPI community, and rejects anti-Asian hate and misogyny in all forms.
March 12, 2021
Nominations to the Council of the American Board of Surgery
The Council of the ABS is seeking nominees to serve a six-year term.
Feb. 26, 2021
Eligible candidates are surgical critical care diplomates who are primarily engaged in the practice of neurocritical care.
Jan. 27, 2021
Window Opened for Rescheduled 2020 Written Exams
In response to candidate-reported issues with scheduling appointments for the rescheduled 2020 specialty written exams, ABS has worked with Pearson VUE to allow a longer window for affected candidates to have the opportunity to sit for their exam.
Jan. 14, 2021
January 15 Reporting Deadline Extended
ABS has extended the January 15 reporting deadline to fall 2021 for anyone who was due to report on their ongoing certification requirements.
Dec. 23, 2020
2021 PSITE/VSITE Order Information
ABS is now accepting orders from program directors for the 2021 PSITE and VSITE. Please see this announcement for information that was sent to program directors on Dec. 23.
Dec. 23, 2020
ABS is now accepting orders from program directors for the 2021 ABSITE. Please see this announcement for information that was sent to program directors on Dec. 23.
Sept. 16, 2020
Rescheduled Date Announced for 2020 Specialty Exams
The September 2020 ABS Vascular Surgery, Pediatric Surgery and Complex General Surgical Oncology Qualifying Exams, as well as the Surgical Critical Care Certifying Exam, have been rescheduled for April 12, 2021.
Sept. 3, 2020
ABS volunteers write exam questions, serve as examiners, provide essential user testing and feedback on our website and diplomate portal, and more. We are always accepting volunteer applications, so if you are interested, complete this form.
Aug. 27, 2020
ABS Announces Solution for 2020 General Surgery Qualifying Exam
The July 2020 General Surgery Qualifying Exam has been rescheduled and will be administered at Pearson VUE testing centers across the country on April 15, 2021.