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American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery

ABFAS serves the interests of the public and medical profession by evaluating the initial and continuing qualifications of podiatric foot and ankle surgeons.

ABFAS focuses on two main objectives:

#1. Prepare and Support Candidates

Encourage attainment, through formal training programs, of skills required for the successful practice of the art and science of foot and ankle surgery.

#2. Verify that candidates are qualified to enter the ABFAS certification process. Serve Our Members
Process applications for certification of legally licensed, actively p

racticing foot and ankle surgeons to ascertain candidates’ competency in the art and science of foot and ankle surgery. Grant certification status to candidates who have successfully met the guidelines for demonstrating competency and proficiency in the art and science of foot and ankle surgery.

05/11/2026

Thank you to all the Diplomates who voted in this year’s election!

Please join us in congratulating Keith Cook, DPM, FACFAS, newly elected to the board, along with returning board members Tim Mineo, DPM, FACFAS, and Scott Nelson, DPM, FACFAS. All three terms will begin on September 1, 2026, and will end on August 31, 2029.

We look forward to their continued service to ABFAS and the profession.

05/07/2026

ABFAS Board of Directors Election closes tonight at 11:59pm PT!

Diplomates: Access your secure ballot via your ABFAS online profile. Questions? Email us at info@abfas.org

04/28/2026

Voting for the 2026 ABFAS Board of Directors Election has been extended to ensure that all eligible diplomates have the opportunity to participate.

Voting now closes Thursday, May 7 at 11:59 pm PT.

ABFAS Board Certified Diplomates: Log in to your ABFAS online profile to review candidate biographies/statements and submit your ballot through the secure online system.

04/23/2026

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ABFAS is grateful for the dedicated volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to strengthen our mission and advance excellence in foot and ankle surgery.

Thank you for all that you do, this week and throughout the year.

04/21/2026

Reminder ABFAS Diplomates: There is still time to vote in the ABFAS Board of Director Elections!

Voting closes Friday, April 24 at 11:59pm PT. All ABFAS Board Certified Diplomates are eligible to vote.

If you are an ABFAS Board Certified Diplomate and have not received your ballot email, please contact ABFAS at info@abfas.org.

Don’t miss your opportunity to vote.

03/26/2026

If you are attending The Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference this week (or are local to the Chicago area), join ABFAS Didactic Examinations Committee Member Joshua Rhodenizer, DPM, FACFAS, and ABFAS Exam Prep Task Force Member, Timothy Miller, DPM, FACFAS for a comprehensive ABFAS exam preparation course this Saturday, March 28, in conjunction with The Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference.

The course is open to all conference registrants, and the Midwest Foot and Ankle conference is offering a special $50 one-day rate for residents/preceptees/fellows.

Register now: themidwestfac.org/register

02/26/2026

Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, asked questions about ABFAS Board Certification, attended our presentations and mixed and mingled at the Student/Resident reception. Here are some highlights from .

02/25/2026

Please join us in congratulating the 2026 Michael L. Stone, DPM, Outstanding Professional Conduct Award winners:

Allison DeCleene | Arizona College of Podiatric Medicine
Malachi Brown | Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine
Payton David | Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery
Kyler Hattendorf | Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Lasya Priya Anand | Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine
Nikki Hammond | New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Diana Kvach | Samuel Merritt University College of Podiatric Medicine
Annie Will | Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
Nicholas Obias | UTRGV - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Podiatric Medicine
Isaiah Claudio | WesternU College of Podiatric Medicine

The award goes to a graduating senior from each podiatric medical school or college or who exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism, deportment, and ethics in their interactions with peers, patients, professors, and staff. Each school or college selects their winner. The recipients receive a diploma commemorating the achievement and a $2,000 cash award.

02/13/2026

Shout out to Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine for hosting ABFAS President-elect Dustin Kruse, DPM, FACFAS, and American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons President Alan Ng, DPM, FACFAS, for a recent joint visit and cadaver workshop.

12/10/2025

🎉 Join us in congratulating the winners of the 2025 ABFAS Surgeons of Tomorrow Student Conference Scholarship Contest!

👏 Neha Sayala, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine - Video Category
👏 Nyanika Arora, Western University College of Health Sciences - Written Essay Category

More than 40 podiatric medical students nationwide shared why ABFAS Board Certification matters to them and how it will help them serve patients. Winners were selected by the ABFAS Communications Committee.

Each winner will attend the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons 84th Annual Scientific Conference in Las Vegas this February, where they’ll connect with 2,000+ top foot and ankle surgeons and be recognized at the ABFAS Annual Meeting.

12/03/2025

Calling all ABFAS Board Qualified DPMs 📢
You may be eligible for 2026 Case Review! With the recently revised eligibility criteria, you may be able to register sooner than expected.

Key updates to Case Review eligibility:
➡️Fewer restrictions: A broader range of procedure types now count toward eligibility.
➡️Earlier eligibility: Candidates may qualify sooner after residency based on an expanded list of procedures.
➡️Aligned with practice: Criteria reflect procedures most commonly performed by foot and ankle surgeons, based on a recent practice analysis.

Step 1: Log into PLS today to check your Case Review eligibility status: https://podiatricsurgery.net
Step 2: If you meet requirements, register by Monday, December 8th: https://my.abfas.org

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