The American Board of Plastic Surgery is a medical organization established in 1938.
It was organized as a subsidiary of the American Board of Surgery.
It was given the status of a major specialty board in 1941.
It is the one certifying body for plastic and reconstructive surgery recognised by the American Board of Medical Specialties.
Diplomates who were Board Certified prior to 1995] are not required to renew by examination every 10 years.