American Board of Plastic Surgery
The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was organized as a subsidiary of the American Board of Surgery in 1938. The American Board of Plastic Surgery, Inc. was given the status of a major specialty board in 1941. It is the one certifying body for Plastic and Reconstructive surgery recognised by the American Board of Medical Specialties.Overview
ABPS certification has the following requirements:
As well as:
Renewal of certification:
- Certificate issued 1995 and after
Diplomates who received ABPS certification in 1995 or after must be renewed by Maintenance of Certification examination every 10 years.
- Certificate issued prior to 1995