AMERICAN BOARD OF OPHTHALMOLOGY

The American Board of Ophthalmology is an independent, nonprofit organization responsible for certifying ophthalmologists (eye physicians and surgeons) in the United States. Founded in 1916, the ABO was the first American Board established to certify medical specialists and is one of 24 specialty Boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and the American Medical Association (AMA)... The ABO is an independent certifying board of practicing ophthalmologists who collaborate whenever possible with professional societies, organizations, and other stakeholders who strive to advance excellence... The ABO is honored to partner with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Association of University Professors of Ophthalmology to support the Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring Program. The ABO also contributes to the Rabb-Venable Excellence in Ophthalmology Research Program.

Also known as: ABO

Primary location: Doylestown United States