Substance Abuse Policy

Policy outlining how surgeons with a history of substance abuse may enter and complete any ABS examination process.

Applicants with a history of substance abuse will not be admitted to any American Board of Surgery examination, unless they present evidence satisfactory to the ABS that they have successfully completed the program of treatment prescribed for their condition and are currently compliant with a monitoring program documenting continued abstinence.

Related Policies
Certificate Replacement Policy
Exam Admissibility Policy – General Surgery & Vascular Surgery
Substance Abuse Policy
Representation of Certification Status
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Related Policies

Certificate Replacement Policy

Policy outlining how a diplomate may request a replacement of their original ABS certificate.
Read More (Certificate Replacement Policy)

Exam Admissibility Policy – General Surgery & Vascular Surgery

Policy outlining examination admissibility time limits for initial certification in general and vascular surgery.
Read More (Exam Admissibility Policy – General Surgery & Vascular Surgery)

Substance Abuse Policy

Policy outlining how surgeons with a history of substance abuse may enter and complete any ABS examination process.
Read More (Substance Abuse Policy)