The Diplomate, Winter 2023 Edition
Dec 14, 2023
Your latest ABOMS newsletter, The Diplomate Winter 2023 Edition, is now posted and available to view!
Giving Thanks: How ABOMS Diplomates Impact Their Communities
Nov 16, 2023 | admin
This Thanksgiving season, the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) is grateful for the selfless service of our numerous Diplomates. Below, we highlight two doctors in particular whose contributions as oral surgeons and leaders are making a broad, positive impact in their local communities.
Why Volunteer at ABOMS?
Nov 06, 2023 | admin
Volunteering makes you an integral part of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) and offers a more fulfilling experience both personally and professionally. ABOMS volunteers help shape the future of the specialty, collaborate with peers, and influence the development of the next generation of surgeons.
Are you a retired Diplomate? Read this post!
Sep 19, 2023 | admin
If you are a Diplomate of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) who has entered retirement, congratulations! If you are fully retired, it may be time to change your status with ABOMS. In this post, we outline the next steps.
Introducing the ABOMS Examination Preparatory Portal
Aug 30, 2023 | admin
The Exam Prep Portal features several interactive tools to help applicants study for and pass their Qualifying Exam.
How To Manage Stress While Studying For & Taking Your Board Certification Exams
Jul 27, 2023 | admin
Navigating the medical board exam landscape is a challenging endeavor. This is especially true for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS) candidates; the comprehensive Qualifying Examination (QE) followed by a thorough Oral Certifying Examination (OCE) requires a level of preparation that may heighten stress levels. However, managing this stress can significantly enhance your performance and, ultimately, your success in earning board certification. Here, the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) shares ways to effectively manage stress while preparing for and taking your board exams.
The Diplomate, Summer 2023
Jul 05, 2023
The latest summer issue of your newsletter, The Diplomate, is now available for viewing!
How (and Why) to Complete Certification Maintenance
Jun 21, 2023 | admin
As a valued member of the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS), it is important to understand the Certification Maintenance (CM) process and its significance. CM plays a crucial role in ensuring the public's trust in our member surgeons' ongoing competence and ability to provide exceptional, safe oral and maxillofacial surgery. In this blog, we will delve into what you can expect from the CM process, its objectives, and how you can fulfill the requirements to maintain your status as a Diplomate of ABOMS.
Here’s How International OMS Can Get Board-certified
Apr 16, 2023
Becoming certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) can be a substantial asset for international oral and maxillofacial surgeons. Here, we share the motivating factors for oral and maxillofacial surgeons trained outside the United States to pursue ABOMS Board certification, explain the alternative application process, and answer some FAQs.
Spring Meeting Recap
Apr 13, 2023
An overview from the recent Spring Board Meeting from ABOMS President, Dr. Bernard J. Costello