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.
The Diplomate - Summer 2025
Jul 02, 2025
The latest edition of The Diplomate newsletter is now available for viewing! Read letters from ABOMS' current president and new CEO, see a list of committee members, read inspiring stories from this year's "Diplomates Making a Difference", and much more. We wish everyone a happy summer and July 4th holiday!
Meet Dr. Dhafer M. Alsuwied
Apr 18, 2025
Dr. Dhafer M. Alsuwied, CAQ certified in 2022, shares his insights including the challenges, successes and fulfilling aspects of practicing in the specialty.
Meet Dr. Ignacio Velasco-Martinez
Apr 08, 2025
Meet Dr. Ignacio Velasco-Martinez, who became CAQ certified in 2020. He shares valuable insights into the challenges, triumphs and rewards of practicing in this specialized area of oral and maxillofacial surgery.
New Diplomate Announcement
Mar 28, 2025
Congratulations to the 237 new Diplomates of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.