The American Board of Anesthesiology

The American Board of Anesthesiology We are a medical specialty certifying board serving anesthesiologists. Since 1938, we have been admin

The mission of the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) is to advance the highest standards of the practice of anesthesiology. As the certifying body for anesthesiologists since 1938, the ABA is committed to partnering with physicians to advance lifelong learning and exceptional patient care. The Board administers primary and subspecialty certification exams as well as the Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology Program (MOCA), which is designed to promote lifelong learning, a commitment to quality clinical outcomes and patient safety. Based in Raleigh, N.C., the ABA is a nonprofit organization and a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties.

Our volunteer editors gathered last week at ABA headquarters to develop questions for the BASIC Exam, which focuses on f...
04/15/2026

Our volunteer editors gathered last week at ABA headquarters to develop questions for the BASIC Exam, which focuses on foundational knowledge of the science that underlies clinical anesthetic practice. This process involves drafting, reviewing and refining content with close attention to detail.

We are so grateful for their expertise. Thank you for your time and dedication to this fundamental work!

04/15/2026

“We are the harbingers of patient safety. We have advanced patient safety perioperatively and in the ICUs over decades and continue to push that boundary.”

In our latest Leading the Way spotlight, we caught up with John E. Fiadjoe, M.D., MBA, who shared what initially drew him to volunteering with the ABA and how his experiences since have shaped his career. Find the full conversation on our website: https://loom.ly/rlb4s5o

Week 3 of the 2026 APPLIED Exam will take place April 20–23! 🎊Set yourself up for success with our “What to Expect” vid...
04/14/2026

Week 3 of the 2026 APPLIED Exam will take place April 20–23! 🎊

Set yourself up for success with our “What to Expect” video. It walks you through the entire candidate experience: arriving onsite, registering, navigating each exam component and understanding what happens once you've completed the exam.

🎥 Watch now: https://loom.ly/m-S8ZwU

Prepare for your upcoming APPLIED Exam with this video walk-through of what you can expect once you arrive in Raleigh.

If you're interested in taking the 2026 Summer BASIC Exam and missed the standard registration window, late registration...
04/13/2026

If you're interested in taking the 2026 Summer BASIC Exam and missed the standard registration window, late registration is open now through April 23 in ABA GO.

The June 5-6 exam focuses on the scientific foundations of clinical anesthetic practice. Secure your spot today and take this next step toward board certification! https://loom.ly/-6QwU10

Volunteer board-certified anesthesiologists on the OSCE Committee met at ABA headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. this week to ...
04/03/2026

Volunteer board-certified anesthesiologists on the OSCE Committee met at ABA headquarters in Raleigh, N.C. this week to test and develop Standardized Patient scenarios, a critical component of the APPLIED Exam. As we evolve our assessments to emphasize a holistic skill set in line with our Strategic Plan, our Committees' thoughtful oversight fosters rigorous, fair assessments that reflect the realities of patient care.

Learn more about the APPLIED Exam: https://loom.ly/w1tA6sI

Congratulations to all of our newly-certified anesthesiologists and those who gained subspecialty certification in 2025!...
04/02/2026

Congratulations to all of our newly-certified anesthesiologists and those who gained subspecialty certification in 2025! See our published results from all 2025 exams via our new blog post: https://loom.ly/u4Pmn6I

Another successful APPLIED Week 2 is in the books! We welcomed 70 on site examiners, 65 remote OSCE examiners and 376 ca...
03/31/2026

Another successful APPLIED Week 2 is in the books! We welcomed 70 on site examiners, 65 remote OSCE examiners and 376 candidates. Thank you to our volunteers, staff and candidates for committing your time and expertise to advancing the highest standards of practice!

03/30/2026

Happy Doctor’s Day! This observance celebrates a landmark breakthrough in medical history: the first anesthesiology procedure, performed 183 years ago.

Join ABA President Mark T. Keegan, M.B., B.Ch. in honoring anesthesiologists and all physicians who support patients at their most vulnerable. Thank you for your essential work advancing the highest standard of patient care.

Learn more about the history of Doctors Day: https://loom.ly/g_qTKbQ

We are proud to introduce High Priority Topics Reports for Subspecialties, in alignment with our Strategic Plan. Each re...
03/26/2026

We are proud to introduce High Priority Topics Reports for Subspecialties, in alignment with our Strategic Plan. Each report reveals the top 10 topics most challenging for board-certified anesthesiologists during continuing certification within each subspecialty.

Based on expert-reviewed analyses of aggregated MOCA Minute performance data, these insights inform more targeted continuing medical education, supporting our broader vision for reimagining the future of assessments.

Learn more and access the reports: https://loom.ly/M1IsSSs

Standard registration for the Summer ADVANCED Exam is open now through May 20.Administered twice a year at Pearson cente...
03/26/2026

Standard registration for the Summer ADVANCED Exam is open now through May 20.

Administered twice a year at Pearson centers nationwide, the ADVANCED Exam assesses the clinical aspects of anesthetic practice, including subspecialty-based care and advanced clinical decision-making.

✏️ Register for this milestone exam in ABA GO, and visit our website for study resources and additional information. https://loom.ly/DVPgwNs

Welcome to Week 2 of the APPLIED Exam! We're excited to have our examiners and candidates in Raleigh with us and look fo...
03/23/2026

Welcome to Week 2 of the APPLIED Exam! We're excited to have our examiners and candidates in Raleigh with us and look forward to another successful week ahead. Let’s make it a great one! 📝

Happy ! Congratulations to all residents matched in their programs today!Beginning in training and spanning practice,...
03/20/2026

Happy ! Congratulations to all residents matched in their programs today!

Beginning in training and spanning practice, your journey with board certification offers elevated expertise, lifelong learning and the highest standard of patient care.

Learn more about the road ahead: https://loom.ly/GzYwuvc

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We are a medical specialty certifying board serving anesthesiologists. Since 1938, we have been administering certification exams and today we take an innovative approach to continuing certification and learning. We foster practice standards that instill confidence and trust that board-certified anesthesiologists have the knowledge and skills to provide high-quality patient care. We are dedicated to elevating expertise in an evolving profession. Our mission is to advance the highest standards of the practice of anesthesiology. We work together with physician anesthesiologists to ensure they provide the best care possible for every patient, every day.