Overview
Become Board-Eligible
Board-eligible status begins upon completion of your training program and ends Dec. 31 of the sixth year after you complete training. View eligibility requirements for AOA board certification.
Select Your Specialty
The American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery administers primary and subspecialty board certification in the following areas: Primary Certification: Orthopedic Surgery Subspecialty Certification: Hand Surgery Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Get Certified
Complete all application and examination requirements for certification through the specialty certifying board.
Maintain Your Certification
Complete the four components of Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC) to promote patient care, practice enhancement and lifelong learning throughout your career.