Phase 1: Case Stem
The examiner presents a structured clinical scenario covering one of the ABA domains: cardiac, neuro, OB, critical care, or regional anesthesia.
Phase 2: Preoperative Evaluation
You assess the patient, evaluate risk, and formulate an anesthetic plan. The examiner probes your clinical reasoning with directed questions.
Phase 3: Intraoperative Management
The heavy phase. You handle intraoperative decisions, crisis management, and answer stacked questions under ABA-format time pressure.
Phase 4: PACU & Complications
Postoperative management, complication recognition, and professionalism. The examiner tests your ability to manage unexpected outcomes.