American Board Examination in Physicians Hematopathology

American Board Examination in Physicians Hematopathology

The American Board Examination in Hematopathology is a specialized assessment that evaluates a physician’s expertise in diagnosing diseases of the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system through laboratory and microscopic analysis, ensuring advanced proficiency in hematologic diagnostics.

Physicians Hematopathology

• Duration: 3 Hours
• Exam Code: HEM4711
• Number of Questions: 150
• Passing Score: 60%

Exam Coverage:

• Red Cell Disorders.
• Benign White Cell Disorders.
• Acute Leukemia and Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS).
• Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes.
• Bleeding Disorders.
• Myeloproliferative Disorders.
• Lymphoproliferative Disorders (including plasma cell dyscrasias).
• Bone Marrow Transplantation and its Complications.
• Hematologic Emergencies and Complications.
• Transfusion Medicine.
• Patient Safety.
• Professionalism and Medical Ethics.

Recommended References:

1. Hoffbrand, A., Moss, P., & Pettit, J.Essential Haematology, Wiley-Blackwell, Latest Edition.
2. Hoffbrand, A., Higgs, D., Keeling, D., & Mehta, A.Postgraduate Haematology, Latest Edition.
3. Kaushansky, K., & Lichtman, M.Williams Hematology, Latest Edition.
4. Greer, J., & Arber, D.Wintrobe’s Clinical Hematology, Latest Edition.
5. Wingard, J., & Gastineau, D.Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation: A Handbook for Clinicians, Latest Edition.
6. Professionalism and Ethics: Handbook for Residents – Practical Guide
   By Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule – SCFHS, Latest Edition.
7. Essentials of Patient Safety– SCHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties), Latest Edition.