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Welcome to the American Osteopathic Board of 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 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

Oct. 1 – Nov. 28, 2025

2025 Longitudinal Assessment, OCC Component 3

Diplomates who need to retake the 2025 assessment will have the opportunity during this limited time frame.

Dec. 4-6, 2025

Neurocritical Care Subspecialty Exam

Registration is currently open through Nov. 4, 2025 (final deadline).

Jan. 8, 2026

2026 Longitudinal Assessment, OCC Component 3

Registration will open Nov. 17, 2025. Diplomates will have access to the assessment Jan. 8 – Nov. 30, 2026.

March 30 – April 3, 2026

Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Examination

Registration will open Sept. 30, 2025

May 1-3, 2026

Spring Qualifying Examination

Remote proctored. Registration will open Nov. 1, 2025.

Sept. 30, 2026

Oral Examination

In-person in New Orleans, Louisiana, in conjunction with the ACOS Annual Clinical Assembly (ACA). Registration opens March 30, 2026.

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