Exam guide · USA
ABS — Surgery
Route Overview
American specialty certification follows residency. Each board examines in two stages — a Qualifying Examination (written) and a Certifying Examination (oral or clinical) — and they are separate examinations with separate preparation.
Exam Structure
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Examination | Written. Fee not published — to be confirmed for the 2027 cycle |
| Certifying Examination | Oral |
What we offer
ABS Qualifying Examination preparation, with Certifying Examination preparation in development.