Month: January 2020

How to study for the ABA [American Board of Anesthesiology] ADVANCED exam

Amanda Xi

Today’s inane image of the day:

My usual study setup – I cannot study at home for the life of me [having food, a couch, a bed and a television in close proximity makes it impossible for me to focus].

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Introduction

For those of you at the beginning of your residency trying to plan for future exams, please start with my guide to studying for the ITE and my entry on studying for the ABA BASIC exam, first. Then make your way back here when you’re a CA3.

If you’re a CA3 or a graduate about to take the ABA ADVANCED exam, you’re in the right place.

Some basics about the ADVANCED exam

The ADVANCED Exam focuses on clinical aspects of anesthetic practice, subspecialty-based practice and advanced clinical issues.

Physicians take this exam after completing residency and passing the BASIC Exam.

https://www.theaba.org/certification-exam-type/advanced-exam/
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