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Procedures and Timeline
Internationally Trained Ophthalmologists Policy » Procedures and Timeline
1. Application: May 2023 – December 31, 2023 All applications received by December 31, 2023 will be reviewed for completeness. If an application is incomplete the applicant will be notified and provided a two-week period to submit the requested information. All…
Program Requirements
Internationally Trained Ophthalmologists Policy » Program Requirements
The ITO pathway to certification is designed to ensure that the applicant satisfies experience and performance requirements that meet the core competencies developed by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and the American Board of Medical…
Certificate Reinstatement Policy
Certificate Reinstatement Policy
Revised 1/2022 Diplomates whose certification has lapsed, been revoked, or been otherwise sanctioned must complete a reinstatement process detailed by the ABO in order to obtain a new certificate. Diplomates may re‐obtain ABO certification by completing the…
Pregnant & Nursing Mother Accommodations Policy
Pregnant & Nursing Mother Accommodations Policy
Revised 12/2022 The American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) supports mothers in ophthalmology and provides accommodations for the Written Qualifying Examination and the Oral Examination for nursing mothers and mothers with medical conditions due to pregnancy. The…
Deadline for Requests
ADA & Testing Accommodations Policy » Deadline for Requests
Candidates or diplomates with disabilities who believe they may need accommodations in the place or manner in which examinations are administered should submit the request to the Board office. The request should identify the nature and extent of the disability and the…
Data Collection, Use, Sharing, and Research
Data Collection, Use, Sharing, and Research
Policy Statement The American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) collects data from candidates and diplomates through normal business operations as an independent certifying board of practicing ophthalmologists. Sources that provide data, consisting of personally…
Eligibility
Internationally Trained Ophthalmologists Policy » Eligibility
Applicants must have a current valid and unrestricted license to practice in the United States for a minimum of five (5) consecutive years (since January 1, 2018). A license that permits practice only at a specific academic institution is not considered…
Certificate Extension Policy
Certificate Extension Policy
Updated 01/01/24 As of January 1, 2024, because the Quarterly Questions assessment program has reached maturity, there are no longer extensions provided to complete the Continuing Certification program.
Certificate Name Change & Degree Policy
Certificate Name Change & Degree Policy
Updated December 2022 In support of our mission to serve the public, the American Board of Ophthalmology publishes accurate, timely, and verifiable information about the qualifications and competencies of board-certified ophthalmologists. It is necessary that all…
Board Eligibility Policy
Board Eligibility Policy
Revised January 2023 The Board Eligibility Policy requires successful completion of American Board of Ophthalmology certification requirements (both written and oral examinations) within seven (7) years of residency graduation. During the seven-year Board…
Osteopathic Program Graduate Policy
Osteopathic Program Graduate Policy
Effective January 2023 Certification by the American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) provides assurance to the public and the medical profession that a physician has successfully completed an evaluation designed to assess the knowledge, experience, and skills required…