In this episode, Alexandra Page, MD, FAAOS, Editor-in-Chief of AAOS Now and a former Board examiner, joins host Ellen Lutnick, MD, for a conversation about Board Certification and how Board-Eligible orthopaedic surgeons (those who have passed Part I) can prepare for and pass the rigorous Part II oral examination.
In this episode, Dr. Page:
- Walks listeners through the multi-year arc of Part II certification, starting with the 17-month continuity of practice requirement and case tracking, through the submission of 12 cases, peer review, professionalism letters, and patient-reported outcomes.
- Offers advice on how to ace the oral exam — including what examiners are looking for beyond a candidate’s medical knowledge, how demonstrating clinical reasoning and judgment is more important than a polished delivery, and what to do if you make a mistake or express uncertainty during the exam.
- Explains the most effective study strategies, including having peer "study buddies."
- Offers reassurance that while Board preparation is stressful, the ABOS website offers a wealth of resources to guide candidates through Part II, including a scoring rubric, videos, and details about case lists, peer reviews, applications, and more.
Guest: Alexandra E. Page, MD, FAAOS, orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon and Editor-in-Chief of AAOS Now
Host: Ellen Lutnick, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly Executive Committee Chair
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