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Welcome to the American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology

Affirm your commitment to ongoing evidence-based education resulting in high-quality whole person care.

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Information for Candidates

Learn about the process to become AOA board certified in Anesthesiology, including required exams and eligibility criteria.

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Why Choose AOA?

Designed for physicians by physicians, AOA board certification is an important quality marker for patients and employers.

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Maintaining Certification

Demonstrate excellence in your specialty throughout your career by participating in Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC).

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Important Dates View All

Oct. 1, 2024 – March 2, 2025

Application for AOBA Clinical Exam

Jan. – Nov. 30, 2025

AOBA 2025 Longitudinal Assessment

Feb. 24 – July 8, 2025

Application for AOBA Primary Written Exam

Feb. 24 – July 15, 2025

Applications for AOBA Subspecialty Exams (Initial and OCC)

Critical Care Medicine, Pain Management, Pediatric OCC Pain Management, Pediatric

April 18 – Aug. 2025

Application for AOBA Primary Oral Exam

April 18 – Sept. 2025

Application for AOBA Primary Clinical Exam

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