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Setting the standard for oral and maxillofacial surgery through examination and certification maintenance.
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Board Certification Examinations Open Soon!
2025 Board Certification Examinations will open on the ABOMS website soon! We encourage all potential applicants to visit the requirements and timelines.
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Meet Dr. Dhafer M. Alsuwied
Apr 18, 2025
Dr. Dhafer M. Alsuwied, CAQ certified in 2022, shares his insights including the challenges,…
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Meet Dr. Ignacio Velasco-Martinez
Apr 08, 2025
Meet Dr. Ignacio Velasco-Martinez, who became CAQ certified in 2020. He shares valuable insights…
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New Diplomate Announcement
Mar 28, 2025
Congratulations to the 237 new Diplomates of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
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Our Mission
The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) ensures that Diplomates meet our standards of training, education, and professionalism through our certification process. As the certifying body in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, the ABOMS provides contemporary and innovative programs that promote optimal care and service to the public.
Vision
To be the recognized leader in Board Certification of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and related disciplines.