ABOS Boards Part 2: How to Prepare for Test Day (Recording)-ABOS Boards Part 2: How to Prepare for Test Day (4)

ABOS Boards Part 2: How to Prepare for Test Day (4)

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This presentation by Dr. Yianni M. Apostolakos provides a comprehensive guide on effectively uploading documentation for the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Part 2 exam. Key points include thorough organization, protected health information (PHI) management, and the proper preparation of clinical documents and images.<br /><br />The recommended file organization involves creating a separate folder for each patient case (e.g., "01 YA 11-13-2025") with subfolders for clinical documents, images, and case summaries. Clinical documents must be converted to PDF format, saved with clear, consistent naming conventions like "Case01Consent_20251113," and deidentified using tools such as Adobe to redact PHI.<br /><br />For imaging, candidates should upload all relevant pre- and post-operative films including plain X-rays, MRI, and CT scans, accompanied by radiology reports for advanced imaging. Image files should be in JPG or PNG format and named systematically (e.g., Case01Pre01, Case01Post01).<br /><br />The case summary document is manually inputted into the ABOS system, accessible to examiners and the candidate. The final step involves uploading all materials via a drag-and-drop interface on the ABOS website, reviewing a final PDF printout, and confirming submission, after which editing is no longer possible.<br /><br />Emphasizing the importance of starting early, maintaining organized folders with proper file names, and adhering to formatting and privacy standards are critical for a smooth submission. This structured approach ensures compliance with ABOS requirements and facilitates examiner review during the certification process.

Keywords

ABOS Part 2 exam

documentation upload

file organization

protected health information

PHI deidentification

clinical documents

imaging files

case summary

file naming conventions

submission process