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Newly Certified and Recertified Orthodontists (Q2 2024)
Three orthodontists have completed the banking process and have become newly certified during the 2nd quarter of 2024. Fifty-one orthodontists have completed their 10-year certification renewal requirements.
Dr. Jae Hyun Park Appointed President of The American Board of Orthodontics
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) appointed Jae Hyun Park, D.M.D., M.S.D., M.S., Ph.D., of Phoenix, Ariz., as president for the year beginning May 6, 2024.
Dr. Roberto Hernández Orsini Installed as President-Elect of The American Board of Orthodontics
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) installed Roberto Hernández Orsini, D.M.D., M.P.H., M.S., of Juana Díaz, Puerto Rico, as president-elect for the year beginning May 6, 2024.
Dr. P. Emile Rossouw Installed as Secretary-Treasurer of The American Board of Orthodontics
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) installed P. Emile Rossouw, B.Ch.D, M.Ch.D., Ph.D., of Rochester, N.Y., as secretary-treasurer for the year beginning May 6, 2024.
Dr. Timothy Tremont Elected to the Board of Directors of The American Board of Orthodontics
Timothy J. Tremont, D.M.D., M.S., of Charleston, S.C., has been elected to the board of directors of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO).
February 2024 Results: Newly Certified and Recertified Orthodontists
The ABO February 2024 Scenario-based Clinical Examination was held on February 22-23 at Pearson VUE Testing Centers worldwide. During the 1st and 2nd quarters of 2024, 329 orthodontists became certified. Additionally, 21 orthodontists completed their 10-year certification renewal requirements.
December 2023 Results: Newly Certified and Recertified Orthodontists
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) is proud to announce that one orthodontist was newly certified during the 3rd and 4th Quarters of 2023. In addition, 121 orthodontists have completed their 10-year certification renewal requirements.
June 2023 Results: Newly Certified and Recertified Orthodontists
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) is proud to announce that an additional 3 orthodontists have been newly certified during the 2nd Quarter of 2023. In addition, 51 orthodontists have completed their 10 year certification renewal requirements.
ABO announces new director appointment, Dr. Onur Kadioglu (August 2023)
Dr. Onur Kadioglu, D.D.S., M.S. of Oklahoma City, OK, has been appointed to serve as a director of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) through the May 2024 American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Annual Session, at which time Dr. Kadioglu will stand for approval by the House of Delegates.
Dr. Timothy S. Trulove installed as president of the American Board of Orthodontics (May 2023)
The American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) installed Timothy S. Trulove, D.M.D., M.S., of Montgomery, Ala., as president for the year beginning April 23, 2023.
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The Consumer Brochure outlines what it means to be board certified and why a consumer should choose a board certified orthodontist. The ABO recommends that these be available to consumers in waiting areas and patient consult packets.
The Board Certification Pin distinguishes your Board Certified status and is intended to be worn as a reminder to yourself and to others of your dedication to continuing education and professional development.
The Window Cling is intended to be applied to a glass surface in your office signifying that there is a board certified orthodontist in that practice. The product should be wet applied for optimum adhesion and best results.
The Certificate and Custom Frames are available for purchase if you would like duplicate certificates for multiple offices. This informs patients and colleagues of your achievement and should be displayed in your orthodontic practice and/or academic workplace.
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The following items are available for all board certified orthodontists so that together we can use a unified voice to clarify the importance of the Board Certification process.
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