Resources
Policies, articles, content outlines, news, announcements, exam dates and related fees, and more.
Important information about certification
The ABS has a plethora of materials available for both surgeons and non-surgeons, including examination guides and content outlines, policies related to ABS certification, published journal articles about certification, information for patients, and more. Please see the sections below for specific materials categories, or view all of our available resources to peruse our entire resource library.
Examination dates, application deadlines, and related fees
Payment of both the application fee and the exam fee is required to register for the exam.
Payment of both the application fee and the exam fee is required to register for the exam.
Payment of both the application fee and the exam fee is required to register for the exam.
Training-related information
Training-related resources for programs and trainees, including EPA materials.
Examination information
Exam content outlines include topic categories and the approximate percentage of questions in each category included on a particular exam.
References for the Continuous Certification Assessment
All assessments are developed using references from an ABS partner journal or open-access articles that are selected by question authors each year. Reference lists for each specialty are published each year ahead of the assessment administration window.
SCORE Curriculum Outlines are updated annually
The SCORE Curriculum outlines for each specialty list patient care topics to be covered during a surgical training program.
Policies and procedures related to ABS certification
Candidates and diplomates are excepted to know and abide by all ABS policies and procedures.
Published work on ABS data
Articles related to the ABS and board certification.
Information for patients and the public
Patient resources for understanding options available to them, medical license verification, checking board certification status, and more.