The Complex General Surgical Oncology Board (CGSOB) of the American Board of Surgery (ABS) is seeking one nominee to serve a six-year term beginning Sept. 16, 2024.
Directors will participate in developing the various examinations and administering the annual oral examination (CE), in addition to focusing on the current priorities and initiatives. The time commitment is approximately 10-14 days per year including the oral examination, examination reviews, and biannual retreats, in addition to the various committee responsibilities.
The CGSOB utilizes a competency-based selection process to optimize its performance. Accordingly, in addition to commitment, availability, loyalty, and ability to keep confidence, individuals with either or both of the following characteristics are sought:
- Expertise in the development and implementation of Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs)
- Certification in Complex General Surgical Oncology
Emphasis will be placed on elements of diversity across all dimensions, including race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age or other elements that bring a different voice to the organization.
This call is separate and distinct from the annual call for nominations to the ABS Council, and the call is being disseminated broadly.
Deadline for submission is:
Wednesday, May 1st @ Midnight (Pacific)
The CGSOB makes the final decision as to the chosen individual to join CGSOB-ABS.
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The CGSOB serves as a resource of knowledge, skill, wisdom, and expertise, and is where issues pertinent to the practice of complex surgical oncology are deliberated. It comprises approximately 15 members from across surgical oncology specialties and is responsible for both initial and continued board certification in complex general surgical oncology (CGSO) by the ABS. Accordingly, the CGSOB is responsible for the Complex General Surgical Oncology Qualifying Examination (CGSO QE), the Complex General Surgical Oncology Certifying Examination (CGSO CE) and the Complex General Surgical Oncology Continuous Certification Assessment (CGSO CCA).