American Board of Thoracic Surgery Certification Exam

American Board of Thoracic Surgery The ABTS examination spans cardiac surgery, general thoracic procedures, and esophageal interventions, with substantial weight given to perioperative management of complex cases. Candidates face detailed questions on pulmonary resection techniques, congenital heart disease repair, and mediastinal pathology—each requiring precise anatomical knowledge and evidence-based decision-making across diverse patient presentations.