November 2026 Tip of the Month

Subspecialty Fellows Sitting for their 2026 ABOG General Certifying Board Exam

By now, many of you may have realized how much content has slipped, particularly in off-specialty areas. It’s true—"if you don’t use it, you lose it." There’s a significant amount to revisit and, sometimes, learn anew. Our Oral Exam FAQs offer a curated list of frequently asked questions for each case list category, ensuring comprehensive coverage of high-yield topics. Given that half of your exam is “Case of the Day,” simulating the exam with our Structured Cases can be very helpful. These guides, especially useful for subspecialists, allow you to test yourself rigorously on off-specialty subjects and reinforce critical knowledge. For a thorough review, you can always reach out for a case list consultation—whether you need a complete or selective review of your off-specialty cases—to help you anticipate potential questions and refine your responses.

Study Strategy:
Time is short. Remember, you are sitting for your general boards, NOT your subspecialty boards. Starting now, don’t study anything in your subspecialty - focus entirely on your off-subjects. You do not need to study the exhaustive minute detail that you are used to for your subspecialty. It will not score you any more points and is a waste of precious study time. Our Test Topics Manual will provide you with a template for an exam-focused review.

ABOG 2027 Certifying Exam Candidates

To set yourself up for success on the 2027 oral exam, it’s wise to start gathering case information now, as collections began in July. While applications won’t open until March 2027, waiting until then could make things more challenging. For OB cases, keep a file for prenatal forms, delivery notes, discharge summaries, and postpartum notes. You can jump-start your preparation today with our online Case List Construction, tailored to guide you in organizing and entering cases efficiently. By starting now, you’ll create strong habits that will make a real difference when exam time comes.

Case List Construction Tip:
Don’t fret about the details of how to enter the data. You’ll change your mind at least a half dozen times before it’s all said and done. Take a stab at entering the data on the case list forms; then just use your common sense. Don’t worry about collecting patients for your office list yet. That will come later. For now, focus on the OB and GYN lists.

ABOG & AOBOG 2027 Qualifying Written Exam Candidates

For those preparing for the ABOG certification, please be advised that the $1,750 examination fee is due by February 15th, 2027. Applications submitted after this date, but no later than March 15th, will incur a late fee of $400. No applications will be accepted beyond this deadline.

For candidates planning to sit for the AOBOG spring written exam, the examination fee of $1,175 is due by February 16th, 2027. Late applications will be accepted until March 15th, 2027, with an additional fee of $352.50.

For those focused on excelling in the CREOG in-service training exam or aiming to maximize their written board exam score, consider enrolling in our Written Exam Online Learning Prep Course. This comprehensive, self-paced program offers all the tools needed to succeed from the convenience of your home. It features Over 42 hours of high-yield, exam-focused recordings including OB, ONC, Urogyn, Primary Care, Periop, OFC GYN, and REI topics. Additionally, our Test Taking Skills Online Course is designed to help those with low score on their CREOG, have struggled with past board exams, or wish to see their scores more accurately reflect their knowledge. In just two months, you can master the CQRPE method and apply it in time for the January CREOG exam. Participants who have completed this course frequently see their scores improve by one standard deviation or 20 points—just imagine the potential impact on your board exam results!

Test-Taking Technique:
Anyone, not just residents, can take the CREOG exam, and it is STRONGLY advised for those who are repeating their board exam. Don’t worry - the results come only to you. If too much is at stake and you don’t want to experiment for the first time, take a test drive with our Written Questions.

AOBOG 2027 Oral Exam Candidates

For candidates preparing for the Spring 2027 exam, our Home Study Package is designed to give you a strong head start. This self-paced, comprehensive program includes everything you need to succeed, accessible from the comfort of home.

With over 42 hours of high-yield, exam-focused recordings, the course covers critical topics including Obstetrics, Oncology, Urogynecology, Primary Care, Perioperative Management, Office Gynecology, and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Additionally, our Visual Clinical Scenarios module offers a unique approach, guiding you through 20 visual aids with corresponding answers and an OMT presentation—an excellent refresher as you prepare for the oral exam.

ABOG Continuing Certification (CC) (Formerly Maintenance of Certification (MOC)) 

Part II: Lifelong Learning
Please remember that all 2026 ABOG Continuing Certification requirements must be completed by November 15, 2026. Diplomates must review 10 approved articles, complete 60 assessment questions with a minimum score of 80%, and complete an additional 60 unscored ACE questions. Successful completion of the standard article assessments may qualify for 25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Additionally, diplomates must complete one Part IV Practice Improvement activity annually to maintain certification.

Part III: Secure Written Exam
If you are in ABOG Continuing Certification Year 6, you may be required to complete the Part III Secure Examination unless you qualify for the Performance Pathway exemption.

For those preparing for future examinations, we recommend getting a head start with our Course Recordings, which include a Course Binder, lecture handouts, and a complimentary Test Topics Manual to help guide your studies. Focus your preparation on the ABOG Compendium and relevant Continuing Certification articles.

Remember: Even after passing the examination, you must still complete your annual 2026 Continuing Certification requirements by November 15, 2026!

Test-Taking Tip:
You must pass the exam by November 15, 2026. Go to www.pearsonvue.com/abog ahead of time for a tutorial to familiarize yourself with how to take an exam on the computer.

Royal College 2027 Exam Candidates

For those aiming to start strong on the written board exam, we recommend our Written Exam Online Learning Prep Course. This course provides focused study materials, and a customized five-month study plan tailored to help you reach your goals.

If you are preparing for the OSCE Applied Exam, consider our Audiovisual Course Recordings. This course includes over 42 hours of high-yield, exam-focused recordings covering Obstetrics, Oncology, Urogynecology, Primary Care, Perioperative Management, Office Gynecology, and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. With a 1-year subscription to our audiovisual materials through ABC's Learning Management System, Litmos, you’ll have convenient access to all content, including via the free mobile app.