OSTEOPATHIC BOARD CERTIFICATION

Welcome to the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery

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 Orthopedic Surgery, 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

Nov. 5, 2024 – Feb. 15, 2025

Application Period for AOBOS Clinical Exams (Summer 2025)

April 1 – Aug. 2025

Application Period for AOBOS Clinical Exams (Winter 2026)

NOTE: Application dates subject to change due to meeting maximum capacity.

April 3 – Aug. 3, 2025

Application Period for AOBOS Subspecialty Exams

• Hand Surgery (initial and OCC)
• Orthopedic Sports Medicine

July – Oct. 2025

AOBOS Clinical Exam Administration (Summer 2025)

Oct. 3 and 6, 2025

AOBOS Subspecialty Exam Administration

• Hand Surgery (initial and OCC)
• Orthopedic Sports Medicine

Jan. – April, 2026

AOBOS Clinical Exam Administration (Winter 2026)

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