Resources

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.

The ABS policies listed on this website are the current ones in effect and supersede all previous versions. The ABS reserves the right to make changes to all policies at any time.

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Privacy Policy

Policy outlining ABS practices regarding the collection and use of information about Site Users.
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Vascular Surgery Early Specialization

Policy regarding the Early Specialization Program (ESP) pathway for vascular surgery.
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Representation of Certification Status

Policy outlining how a surgeon who is certified by the ABS may present or advertise their certification status.
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Substance Abuse Policy

Policy outlining how surgeons with a history of substance abuse may enter and complete any ABS examination process.
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Exam Admissibility Policy – General Surgery & Vascular Surgery

Policy outlining examination admissibility time limits for initial certification in general and vascular surgery.
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Certificate Replacement Policy

Policy outlining how a diplomate may request a replacement of their original ABS certificate.
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