The 8 Answer Elements the ABO Expects on the Oral Board Exam — And How to Nail Them

The ABO does not publish much about how they grade the Oral Boards. But one thing they are transparent about is the answer structure they expect from every candidate: eight elements that should be addressed in every case response. Knowing…

How to Build a Study Schedule for the Ophthalmology Oral Boards

The Oral Boards have a reputation for catching residents off guard. Not because the material is unfamiliar, but because the format is unlike anything else in your training. Working through 42 clinical cases out loud, under time pressure, in front…

What to Expect on Exam Day

The Basics The American Board of Ophthalmology (ABO) requires successful completion of written and oral board certification requirements within seven years of graduating residency.  The Written Qualifying Exam is offered annually in the fall. You will be eligible to take…