The EM Certifying Exam Has Changed. Are You Ready?

An American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) Webinar

Presented By:
American Academy of Emergency Medicine Resident and Student Association (AAEM/RSA)
California Chapter Division of AAEM (CAL/AAEM)
Young Physicians Section (YPS-AAEM)

The American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) has implemented a new format for the Certifying Exam. This change directly impacts how candidates are evaluated and how they should prepare.

As the new exam takes effect, many physicians are asking:

  • What exactly has changed in the certifying exam format?
  • Why was this new format introduced?
  • How will this affect my preparation and performance?
  • Is my preparation aligned with the new exam format?

Preparing without clear answers can lead to wasted time, unnecessary stress, and gaps in preparation.

Our webinar presents perspectives from ABEM and AAEM’s experienced Certifying Exam Review Course organizers. ABEM will provide high-level information about the new exam format, including its structure and intent. Afterward, AAEM will discuss how candidates can approach their preparation in response. This session shares informational and educational guidance for those preparing for certification.

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Event Details
  • Location: Zoom
  • Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
  • Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm CT
What You Will Learn
  • Key features of the new ABEM certifying exam format
  • The rationale behind the new format and what it means for candidates
  • How to adjust your study strategy so your preparation aligns with the new exam
  • How AAEM’s Certifying Exam Course aligns with the updated format
  • Answers to your questions during a live Q&A session
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Who Should Attend
  • Emergency medicine residents preparing for certification
  • Physicians planning to take the ABEM certifying exam
  • Anyone who wants to stay ahead of these changes and avoid surprises
Moderators & Speakers

Moderators

  • Nicholas Boyko, DO FAAEM, Chair of YPS-AAEM
  • Faith Quenzer, DO MPH FAAEM, President of CAL/AAEm
  • Katy Wyszynski, DO MA, President of AAEM/RSA

Featured Speakers

  • Michael C. Bond, MD FAAEM FACEP, Chair of AAEM’s Certifying Exam Committee
  • Vicki Norton, MD FAAEM, President-Elect of AAEM
  • ABEM Representative (Speaker to be announced)
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The certifying exam has changed. Make sure your preparation reflects it.

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Contact Information
  • Email: AAEM
  • Phone: (800) 884-2236

Continue Your Preparation

After understanding what has changed, the next step is knowing how to prepare for it.

AAEM’s Certifying Exam Review Course has been updated to align with the new exam format and help you focus on what matters most. The course offers targeted preparation based on current exam expectations, along with practical guidance to strengthen performance. It is designed specifically for emergency medicine physicians preparing for certification.

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