The American Board of Orthodontics: Scenario-based clinical examination development and preparation

Jae Hyun Park; Roberto Hernandez-Orsini; Paul Emile Rossouw; Anthony M Puntillo; Daniel J Rejman; Meenakshi Vishwanath; Onur Kadioglu; Timothy Tremont; Timothy S Trulove

doi:10.1016/j.ajodo.2024.10.005

The American Board of Orthodontics: Scenario-based clinical examination development and preparation

Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop. 2025 Jan;167(1):7-16. doi: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2024.10.005.

Authors

Jae Hyun Park¹, Roberto Hernandez-Orsini², Paul Emile Rossouw², Anthony M Puntillo², Daniel J Rejman², Meenakshi Vishwanath², Onur Kadioglu², Timothy Tremont², Timothy S Trulove²

Affiliations

¹ American Board of Orthodontics, Mesa, Ariz, and San Juan, PR, and Penfield, NY, and Chesterton, IN, and Castle Rock, Colo, and Lincoln, Nebr, and Oklahoma City, Okla, and Charleston, South Carolina, and Montgomery, Ala. Electronic address: [email protected].
² American Board of Orthodontics, Mesa, Ariz, and San Juan, PR, and Penfield, NY, and Chesterton, IN, and Castle Rock, Colo, and Lincoln, Nebr, and Oklahoma City, Okla, and Charleston, South Carolina, and Montgomery, Ala.

PMID: 39709225
DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2024.10.005

Abstract

This article outlines the development process for the scenario-based clinical examination of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO). It emphasizes the importance of gaining hands-on experience with patients and critically analyzing the facts when formulating sound clinical judgments. These exercises enhance critical thinking skills, allowing for self-assessment and reflection on patient outcomes. In addition, the ABO now offers both virtual and live presentations through "The Pathway Program" to further support examination preparation. For more information, please visit the ABO's official Web site at AmericanBoardOrtho.com.

MeSH terms

Certification
Clinical Competence
Educational Measurement / methods
Humans
Orthodontics* / education
Specialty Boards*
United States