American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery (ABCOS)
The American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery (ABCOS) is a committee of the American Federation for Medical Accreditation offering certification to physicians who have demonstrated appropriate education, training, and knowledge (through written and oral examination) related to the specialty of clinical orthopedic surgery.
American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery (ABCOS) Board Certification
To ensure effective, safe, and ethical practice in the field of clinical orthopaedic surgery, AFMA provides this specialized accreditation that certifies a practicing clinical orthopaedic surgeon’s education, skills, clinical experience, and behavior.
Our ABCOS certification provides an integral service to hospitals, health systems, and medical groups, as well as to the community of clinical orthopaedic surgeons, patients, and the public, allowing them to make intelligent and informed decisions regarding hiring, selection, and referral to clinical orthopaedic surgeons.
Patients can be assured that an ABCOS board-certified clinical orthopaedic surgeon has the specialized skills, education, clinical experience, and knowledge to practice in the field of clinical orthopaedic surgery.
Complete details on the specific education, training, practice, and credentialing requirements for admission to sit for our ABCOS board certification examinations are available on our Become Certified page. This is where you can learn the requirements and apply for certification.
Our Mission
AFMA ensures that the certifications it offers for the American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery (ABCOS) Board Certification maintains high standards and appropriate internal policies and practices for the administration of examinations for board certification. AFMA’s American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery (ABCOS) Board Certification is intended to enhance the boards of other accreditation bodies and add an extra dimension that they may not be able to provide, traditionally or politically.
American Board of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery Officers
Sudhir Rao, MD
Chair / President
Michigan
Maxime Coles, MD
Secretary
Kansas
Emile Wakim, MD
Treasurer
California