A Message from Your President: Deepak Kademani, DMD, MD, FACS
Dec 17, 2025
ABOMS President Dr. Kademani reflects on the year ahead, highlighting major initiatives that strengthen transparency, elevate Board Certification, and reinforce the specialty’s “patient first” mission. He also offers gratitude to mentors, colleagues, and new leaders while inviting Diplomates to shape the future of OMS through service and volunteerism.
A Note from Our New Director: Nathan D. Schroeder, DMD, MS, FACS
Dec 17, 2025
Dr. Schroeder reflects on the profound honor of being elected to the ABOMS Board of Directors. He looks ahead to eight years of dedicated service grounded in servant-leadership, gratitude, and a commitment to advancing ABOMS’ mission in a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape.
Annual Gala Highlights
Dec 17, 2025
ABOMS gathered in Washington, D.C. this September for a celebratory gala honoring the Examination Committee, Board of Directors, and past leaders whose volunteer service drives the organization forward. The evening also paid tribute to outgoing President Dr. David Powers and welcomed Dr. Deepak Kademani as he begins his term.
Job Task Analysis: What Is It & Why It Matters
Dec 17, 2025
This year’s Job Task Analysis (JTA) brings together our psychometricians and 11 Diplomates to review the real-world skills and knowledge needed in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Their work helps keep ABOMS exams current and high-quality.
Inspiring Future Surgeons: Wisdom from Diplomates in Cleft and Craniofacial Care
Aug 01, 2025
In recognition of July’s National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month, ABOMS is proud to highlight the extraordinary work of our Diplomates. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons have a lasting impact on the lives of cleft and craniofacial patients. To ensure future success in the subspecialty, it is essential for residents to consider advanced training. Our Diplomates provided a word of advice for surgeons who are considering this career path.
The Impact of a Board-Certified Surgeons on Mission Trips
Jul 31, 2025
Many Diplomates of ABOMS choose to volunteer their time and surgical skills to provide care to patients in underserved regions around the world. Carlo Guevara, MD, DDS, FACS, shares his personal experience on these mission trips including the impact they have not only on the patients, but also the surgeons who serve.
Elevating Excellence Through Fellowship Training
Jul 30, 2025
Fellowship training plays a key role in developing advanced, specialized skills for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Suzanne Barnes shares how this training process influences a surgeon’s career, including her own!
Advancing Craniofacial Care: Innovation and Lifelong Learning
Jul 25, 2025
As science continues to advance, so do surgical standards, techniques, and research in the specialty. Dr. Reynaldo Rivera, a Board-Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and CAQ Certified in Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery (Cleft and Craniofacial), shares his insights into the evolution of craniofacial care.
Supporting Lifelong Outcomes: The Role of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons in Cleft and Craniofacial Care
Jul 18, 2025
Cleft and craniofacial patients require a dedicated, multidisciplinary team, one that includes the expertise of an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. The long-term care of these patients, including during key developmental stages of childhood and adolescence, is critical to ensuring a successful outcome. Dr. Rachel Bishop shared her insights on this important topic below.
Honoring Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month with Dr. Costello
Jul 11, 2025
Dr. Costello, Past President of ABOMS and recipient of the CAQ in Pediatric Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, shares his insights in honor of National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month this July.