Application and Exam Statistics
ABEM maintains detailed records on application certification statistics, as part of our efforts to understand and continuously improve our standards.
2021
2,519 certification applications received
Qualifying Exam: Of the 2,450 first-time takers, 2,260 (92%) passed
Oral Certification Exam: Of the 4,470 first-time takers, 4,170 (93%) passed
Detailed ABEM Application and Exam Statistics
Subspecialty Certification
Current totals for ABEM-certified physicians who hold a subspecialty certification, as of January 2023.
Focused Practice Designation
Current totals of ABEM-certified physicians who hold a focused practice designation as of April 2022.
- Advanced Emergency Medicine Ultrasonography: 284