American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery Podcast

Episode 1 of 3 in a new miniseries looking at how ABOS Computer Examinations are Developed. On this episode, Dr . James Chandler explains the Field Test Task Force, an important part of the quality-control process in developing an ABOS Computer Examination.

Dr. Scott Polanksy, who passed the 2024 ABOS Part II Examination, explains how he prepared for the examination, and what he would have done differently had he known. Dr. Polansky also discusses why, as an osteopathic physician, ABOS Board Certification is important to him.

Dr. Michael Colello, who passed the 2024 ABOS Part I Examination, provides tips on how he was successful and what residents of any PGY)should do now to set themselves up for success. In addition. Dr. Colello discusses his current fellowship and what residents should think about when considering a fellowship.

Dr. Ralph Moore, an orthopaedic surgeon in North Carolina, discusses his experience with the ABOS WLA Pathway and now that pathway has affected his knowledge as well as his treatment of patients.

An audio-only version of a recent webinar conducted by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the ABOS Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program.

Dr. Edward Diao, a hand surgeon in California, discusses his experiences with the ABOS WLA, Subspecialty Certification, and travelling fellowships.

Audio recording of the recent webinar given by Dr. Mike Bednar on the ABOS WLA Pathway.

Audio recording of webinar on the 2026 ABOS Part II Examination

New ABOS President Dr. Kevin Garvin provides an overview of his goals as president as well as the importance of maintaining board certification.

Audio-version of Dr. Michael Bednar's webinar on the 2025 ABOS Subspecialty Examination Webinar. Learn about changes that allow ABOS Board-Eligible orthopaedic surgeons to take the Examination after fellowship.

Orthopaedic sports medicine surgeon Dr. Jeff Dugas talks about why he volunteers for the ABOS, the importance of ABOS Subspecialty Certification, and what it is like to work with the WWE.

Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. Ozgur Dede discusses how he used the Academic Pathway to become ABOS Board Certified.

This is an audio-only recording of a recent webinar on the 2025 ABOS Part I Examination with ABOS Associate Executive Director Dr. Mike Bednar.

Audio replay of a webinar for residents on the ABOS Knowledge, Skills, and Behavior Program.

Dr. James Beaty, who served on the ABOS Board of Directors from 1997-2004, discusses his time on the Board and what has changed in orthopaedic surgery in the last 40 years.

Dr. Erik Van Eperen describes his experience of using the ABOS Knowledge, Skills, and Behavior (ABOS KSB) Program as an orthopaedic surgery resident.

Audio-only version of the recent webinar on the ABOS MOC Program.

An audio-only recording of the recent webinar on the 2024 ABOS WLA.

Listen to an audio version of the recent webinar Dr. David Martin gave on the 2025 ABOS Part II Examination.

ABOS Executive Director discusses the changes to the ABOS MOC Program.

Dr. James Kang, new President of the ABOS, discusses his goals for his year as President and what it is like to be the first Asian-American President.

This is an audio-only version of the recent webinar presented by Dr. Michael Bednar on the ABOS Subspecialty Examination.

Hand surgeon Dr. Michael Bednar discusses his new role of Associate Executive Director at the ABOS and what he has learned from his time serving on the ABOS Board.

Dr. Lisa Taitsman of the ABOS and Dr. Mary Klingensmith of the ACGME discuss the collaboration on a new platform where orthopaedic surgery residents submit ABOS KSB requests and cases for the ACGME's Case Log System.

Audio recording of a recent webinar from ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the 2024 ABOS Part I Examination.

ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin explains the Non-Operative Pathway: what does it mean, who is eligible, why someone should apply.

ABOS Executive Director Dr. David F. Martin explains the new ABOS retired status option.

Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Daniel Bechtold discusses how he was successful on last year's ABOS Part I Examination and how to select an orthopaedic surgery fellowship.

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Diplomate Dr. Thomas Liu explains why the ABOS WLA has been the perfect Knowledge Assessment Pathway for him and how fellow Diplomates can be successful on the assessment.

This is an audio-only version of the recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the 2024 ABOS Part II Examination.

Dr. Michelle James talks about her career as an orthopaedic surgeon and what her proudest accomplishments were while serving on the Board of the ABOS.

This is an audio-only replay of a recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the ABOS MOC Program.

This is an audio-only replay of a recent webinar by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin discussing the ABOS Web-Based Longitudinal Assessment (ABOS WLA).

Former ABOS President Dr. Stuart Weinstein discusses his career and how orthopaedic surgery has changed over the last 45 years.

New ABOS President Dr. April Armstrong, the second woman to be President of the ABOS, discusses her goals for her one-year term.

This is an audio-only recording of a recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the 2023 ABOS Part I Examination.

Orthpaedic surgeon Dr. Mary Mulcahey discuss Board Certification and Subspecialty Certification. She is also President of the Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society and talked about that as well.

This is an audio-only version of the recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Director Dr. David Martin on the ABOS Subspecialty Examination, for Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Surgery of the Hand.

Dr. David Martin, Executive Medical Director of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) and Dr. Paul Tornetta, 2nd Vice President of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) discuss the linking of the Part I and OITE.

ABOS President Dr. Gregory Mencio and AAOS President Dr. Buddy Savoie discuss the mission of the organizations they lead and how the ABOS and AAOS work together to benefit orthopaedic surgeons and ultimately patients.

Dr. Jeff Stambough, a longtime ABOS volunteer, discusses the importance of ABOS Oral Examiners. Dr. Stambough is the father of the last podcast guest, also of the same name.

ABOS Diplomate Dr. Jeff Stambough discusses how he successfully prepared for the ABOS Part II Examination. Learn tips and tricks to get ready when the 12 selected cases are posted at the end of April.

Dr. Melvin Makhni, a spine surgeon in Massachusetts, discusses his experience in the ABOS-ABMS Visiting Scholars Program and why junior-level researchers should consider applying.

This is an audio recording of a recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Medical Director Dr. David Martin on the 2023 ABOS Part II Examination.

This is an audio recording of a recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Medical Director Dr. David Martin on the ABOS Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program.

What's the ABOS Resident Advisory Panel? Hear from all current members and learn why you should consider applying. Deadline is March 1st.

ABOS Senior Director Dr. Charles Saltzman discusses how the ABOS collects patient reported outcomes and how that benefits orthopaedic surgeons.

An audio-recording of a recent webinar given by ABOS Executive Medical Director Dr. David Martin on the 2022 ABOS Web-Based Longitudinal Assessment (ABOS WLA).

Dr. Richard Grant, the first African American President of the ABOS, discusses his professional journey.

Dr. Gregory Mencio, the new President of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, talks about his vision for the ABOS and goals as President.

Listen to an audio-only version of Dr. David Martin's webinar on the 2022 ABOS Part I Examination.