The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Administered its Oral Certifying Examination to Over 400 Candidates in 2023

ABOMS announced the second-largest administration of its Oral Certifying Examination in the history of the organization.CHICAGO, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ABOMS) has successfully administered the Oral Certifying Examination to a near-record number of candidates from January 30, 2023 to February 3, 2023, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Examining a total of 410 candidates, this marks the second largest administration in ABOMS history, indicating the increasing demand for board certification in oral and maxillofacial surgery.The ABOMS Oral Certifying Examination is a comprehensive and rigorous assessment of the knowledge, skills, and judgment required for the safe practice of oral and maxillofacial surgery. The examination covers a broad range of topics, including anesthesia, maxillofacial trauma, pathology, reconstruction, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Candidates who pass the examination demonstrate their ability to provide exceptional patient care and are recognized as Diplomates and leaders in their field.This year ' s examinations were conducted by a committee of 96 surgeons from academic and private practice settings across the United States. Prior to administering the exams, the committee members met to calibrate on each case examined that week. This critical calibration process helped examiners gain consensus on key points of the examination and ensure statistical...
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