American Board of Surgery

Summary

American Board of Surgery is the certifying board for Physician (MD) and Physician (DO), and its verification tool is the primary source for confirming board certification. Certification status should be verified directly with the board rather than from a copy of a certificate, since certifications lapse and are revoked. Phone: (215) 568-4000.

At a glance

Source type

Board certification

Jurisdiction

Federal / National

What you can verify

current board certification status and, where published, certification dates

Professions covered

Physician (MD)Physician (DO)

Common questions

What can I verify with American Board of Surgery?

American Board of Surgery lets you verify current board certification status and, where published, certification dates.

Which professions does American Board of Surgery cover?

American Board of Surgery covers Physician (MD) and Physician (DO).

Is American Board of Surgery a primary source?

Yes. American Board of Surgery issues the certification, so verifying directly with it counts as primary source verification.

How do I contact American Board of Surgery?

Phone: (215) 568-4000. Mailing address: 1617 John F Kennedy Blvd Suite #860 Philadelphia, PA 19103.

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