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Primary and CHS Written Exams Update
As of today, the ABTS is planning on administering the 2020 Primary and CHS Written Exams at Pearson Testing Centers in December. The exam window will be expanded from one-day to two-weeks from December 7 to 18, 2020.
New Edition of SESATS Now Available: SESATS XIII (13)
Order SESATS 13 here.
The newest edition of SESATS, XIII, is now available. SESATS is a comprehensive online tool used to study and review the essential aspects of cardiac and thoracic surgery. This latest version features 400 brand new questions with instant access to the items, in-depth critiques, real-time abstracts, and linked references. Completion of this online activity permits one to claim up to 70 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits.
June 2020 Oral Exams Postponed
The American Board of Thoracic Surgery has been monitoring the Covid-19 situation and has determined that for the safety of all candidates, examiners, and Board of Directors, the Oral Exam that was tentatively scheduled for October 16-17, 2020 will be postponed until winter/spring of 2021. The Board will provide you with the new dates once it is clear when the exam can be administered in a safe environment and when travel restrictions are eased for all participants. We regret that this decision had to be made, but we feel it was necessary for the safety for all involved. If you would like a refund, please contact the Board at info@abts.org and one will be issued.
2020 10-Year MOC Milestone
The 10-year MOC processes for thoracic surgery and congenital subspecialty started on Monday, March 9. To learn more about the process and requirements, click here for primary and click here for congenital subspecialty.
Board Office
Due to Covid-19, the American Board of Thoracic Surgery will be limiting the number of staff available. Until further notice, please be aware your call may take up to 48 hours to be returned. For a quicker response to your inquiries and/or questions, please send an email to the following email addresses: for SESATS questions: sesats@abts.org, for MOC questions for Primary Certification: moc@abts.org or mvalencia@abts.org, for Congenital Subspecialty Certification questions: agardner@abts.org, for all other questions and/or inquires: info@abts.org.