Definition
What is Board Certification (ABPS vs ABFPRS)?
Definition
Board certification verifies a surgeon's training and competency: the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) certifies plastic surgeons, while the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) certifies surgeons focused on the face and neck.
Source: Best Plastic Surgeons Report, June 2026Both are recognized credentials. Verify any surgeon on the relevant board's public directory before booking. 'Board-certified' should always be confirmed against the issuing board, not just the practice website.