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BASIC Exam

Focuses on the scientific basis of clinical anesthetic practice.

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2025 Summer Exam: June 6-7

Standard Registration: Feb. 12-April 9

Late Registration: April 10-24

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November 3, 2025
ABA Research Highlights Resident Progress Patterns and Variability in Anesthesiology Milestones
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December 18, 2024
Announcing the 2025 FAER-ABA Research in Education Grant