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BASIC Exam

Focuses on the scientific basis of clinical anesthetic practice.

Upcoming Test Dates

2023 Fall Exam: Dec. 1-2

Standard Registration: Aug. 1-Sept. 26

Late Registration: Sept. 27-Oct. 10

2024 Summer Exam: June 7-8

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Congratulations, new diplomates!

All your hard work has paid off. Welcome to the ranks of anesthesiologists at the forefront of our specialty.

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News & Research

November 27, 2023

ABA Research Compares In-Person and Virtual OSCEs

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October 1, 2022

Announcing the 2023 FAER-ABA Research in Education Grant

September 10, 2021

ABA Study Provides Details on Anesthesiologist Workforce Demographics