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American Board of Plastic Surgery Written Examination
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About this exam
The American Board of Plastic Surgery Written Examination is part of the ABPS board-certification process for plastic surgeons. It is intended for candidates who have completed the required plastic surgery training and satisfy the Board’s current eligibility requirements; it is not an entrance examination for residency. Passing the written examination is one step toward certification, followed by other requirements in the ABPS process. Eligibility, application procedures, and cycle-specific instructions can change, so candidates should confirm them in current ABPS materials.
The examination assesses broad plastic surgery knowledge and its application to clinical decisions. Review areas include facial, head and neck anatomy; anatomy of the trunk and extremities; wound healing, scar biology, and wound management; and burn assessment, resuscitation, and reconstruction. Candidates should also prepare across the wider scope of reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery, including perioperative care and patient safety. The current ABPS examination information is the best source for format and content details; question-based review can help identify gaps and strengthen recall.
How to prepare for the ABPS Written Examination
- Start with the current ABPS candidate materials and examination content guidance. Use them to map a study plan and verify eligibility, format, and cycle-specific requirements.
- Review anatomy, wound healing and scar biology, wound management, and burn care systematically. Connect foundational concepts to reconstructive and aesthetic cases rather than memorizing isolated facts.
- Use timed multiple-choice question blocks to practice applying knowledge under exam conditions. Review every explanation, keep a record of recurring errors, and revisit weak topics before increasing question volume.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the American Board of Plastic Surgery Written Examination?
The examination is for plastic surgeons pursuing ABPS certification who have completed the required training and meet the Board’s eligibility rules. Requirements and application steps may vary by cycle, so check the current ABPS candidate information.
What is the format of the ABPS Written Examination?
The ABPS sets the examination format and publishes current candidate instructions. Check the materials for your examination cycle for details on delivery, sections, and any applicable procedures rather than relying on older descriptions.
What subjects should I study for the ABPS Written Examination?
Prepare for a broad range of plastic surgery topics, including anatomy of the face, head, neck, trunk, and extremities; wound healing and scar biology; wound management; and burn assessment, resuscitation, and reconstruction. Use current ABPS guidance to organize review of the full examination scope.