American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Certifying Examination

The American Board of Pediatrics Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Certifying Examination is a subspecialty certification exam for physicians pursuing board certification in pediatric hematology-oncology. It is intended for pediatricians who have completed qualifying fellowship training and meet the American Board of Pediatrics’ current certification requirements; it is not a fellowship entrance exam or a general pediatrics board exam. Certification recognizes subspecialty expertise in caring for children and adolescents with blood disorders and cancer. Eligibility, application requirements, and scheduling details may vary by year, so check the ABP’s official guidance for the applicable cycle.

The exam covers clinical knowledge across pediatric hematology and oncology, including anemia and red cell disorders, hemoglobinopathies and thalassemia, platelet disorders, coagulation disorders, and hemophilia. Candidates should also review the broader care of children with cancer and blood diseases, guided by the current exam blueprint rather than a narrow list of diagnoses. Preparation takes sustained review of core concepts, clinical decision-making, and weak areas. Timed question practice can help build pacing and reveal gaps, but it should complement, not replace, authoritative references and fellowship learning.