The following outlines the application process for the Certifying Examination (CE), which is Step II in the Specialty Certification process. Candidates must first complete the Qualifying Examination (QE) before applying for the CE. As the final step in this process, the CE evaluates the candidate’s approach to and rationale for clinical care across a range of patient management scenarios in obstetrics, gynecology, and women’s health.
Log in to your ABOG portal
Applications are accepted online only and will be made available through your ABOG portal. Additional fees will be assessed for late applications.
Pay the application fee
The application fee must be paid by credit card. All fees are quoted and must be paid in U.S. dollars. The application fee for the CE will not be refunded or credited against a future exam.
Complete the hospital privileges verification form
After submitting your application, you must upload the completed Hospital Privileges Verification Form, which will be available in your ABOG portal. Applications will not be reviewed until this form is received.
If you are a fellow, your fellowship director may complete the form on your behalf.
Watch for your approval email
If your application, licensure, and privileges are approved, ABOG will send an approval notification to the email listed in your portal profile. The approval notification will include details to submit properly formatted case lists electronically and to pay the examination fee. The required examination fee is separate from the fee submitted at the time of application.
Prepare your case list
Refer to the Case List section for detailed instructions on formatting and submission requirements.
Request lactation support
Candidates who will be lactating at the time of the exam must notify ABOG at the time of application. View all dates related to ABOG exams by visiting our Dates & Fees page. You will be scheduled to use a lactation room on a first-come, first-served basis.
Request candidate disability accommodations
Candidates in need of special testing circumstances, whether for a documented disability or otherwise, must notify ABOG in writing of their request. Candidates who request an
accommodation must notify the ABOG office at the time of application.
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