#abocertification

Jul 3, 2019
4 min

Congratulations to the Newest American Board of Ophthalmology Diplomates

The following ophthalmologists achieved certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology following the June 2019 Oral Examination...

Nov 1, 2018
5 min

Congratulations and Welcome to Our Newest Diplomates (Fall 2018)

The American Board of Ophthalmology diplomate community officially grew 284 members stronger today. Please join us in congratulating the...

Jul 26, 2018
2 min

How the ABO Reports Your Certification Status

A recent American Academy of Ophthalmology Advisory Recommendation requested that the American Board of Ophthalmology modify its public...

Jul 9, 2018
6 min

Congratulations and Welcome to Our Newest Diplomates

The American Board of Ophthalmology diplomate community officially grew 287 members stronger today. Please join us in congratulating the...

Jul 5, 2018
4 min

Nine Trailblazers Who Championed Ophthalmology’s Independence in Medicine

The founding Directors of the American Board of Ophthalmology included some of the most prominent ophthalmologists of the day. Directors,...

Jul 1, 2018
2 min

The Science of Testing: How Key Validation Ensures Fairness on ABO Examinations

Key validation is a process whereby examination items (questions) are reviewed to ensure they are fair. After the administration of an...

May 4, 2018
1 min

ABO Updates Board Eligibility Policy

Eligibility for certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology now requires successful completion of all requirements, including...

Apr 27, 2018
2 min

Retiring? Changing Careers? There’s a Certification Status for That

If you’re considering retirement or your daily responsibilities have shifted away from direct patient care, there’s no reason to give up...

Jan 4, 2018
1 min

ABO Participates in ACGME Review Committee for Ophthalmology

Members of American Board of Ophthalmology leadership participated in the ACGME Review Committee for Ophthalmology held January 4-5,...

Dec 19, 2017
2 min

Join the Multi-Specialty Vision Commission for the Future of Board Certification

T he Planning Committee for the Continuing Board Certification: Vision for the Future initiative is issuing a Call for Nominations for 21...

Dec 7, 2017
1 min

VIDEO: ABO CEO Chats with Young Ophthalmologists

At the 2017 American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting in New Orleans, American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) CEO George B. Bartley,...

Dec 7, 2017
1 min

2018 Board Leadership Announced

Dale K. Heuer, M.D., has been named chair of the American Board of Ophthalmology for 2018. Dr. Heuer has served the ABO as a director for...

Nov 8, 2017
2 min

5 Ways to Stay On Top of Your Recertification Status

November is a great time to take stock of your recertification progress to-date and begin planning for 2018. Answer “yes” to these 5...

Nov 8, 2017
1 min

Talk About the Future of Certification With Us in New Orleans

UPDATE: Couldn't join us for the discussion? Download the slide presentation. Join American Board of Ophthalmology Directors at the 2017...

Oct 6, 2017
1 min

Deadline Extended: Take the DOCK online, on demand through December 1st

The deadline for completing the 2017 DOCK Examination has been extended to December 1. If you are currently eligible for the DOCK Exam...

Oct 1, 2017
1 min

ABO Creates Certification Pathway for Internationally Trained Ophthalmologists Practicing in the U.S

The American Board of Ophthalmology is now accepting online applications from qualified internationally trained ophthalmologists who...

Sep 6, 2017
3 min

Message from the CEO: Striving for Balance

“Busy busy.” That’s the usual answer I get from my 82-year-old mother when I ask her how she is doing. One often hears the same refrain...

Aug 2, 2017
3 min

Message From the CEO: An Experiment in Cooperative Individualism

In June we looked at the ABO’s commitment to financial transparency and integrity, and last month we examined our goal of making the...

Jul 7, 2017
1 min

Congratulations, New Diplomates!

The American Board of Ophthalmology is pleased to welcome 261 newly board certified ophthalmologists to the diplomate community. We...

Jul 6, 2017
1 min

American Board of Ophthalmology to Issue 30,000th Certificate

Official results from the June 2017 Oral Examination will be released to candidates within the next several days. The numbers indicate...