Call for Applications: ABPath Test Development and Advisory Committees (TDACs)

TAMPA, Fla. (Aug. 28, 2025) – The American Board of Pathology (ABPath) is seeking qualified, board-certified pathologists to serve on our Test Development and Advisory Committees (TDACs).

ABPath’s 13 TDACs span across the various disciplines of pathology. Each TDAC is composed of ABPath Trustees and other highly accomplished board-certified pathologists and physicians who are recognized experts in their fields. These committees play a critical role in developing examination content, updating Board-related materials such as Content Specifications, and advising the Board on subject-matter issues. They also develop and review content for ABPath CertLink®, the online longitudinal assessment for the Continuing Certification Program.

While openings vary among the ABPath TDACs, there is a current need for new members to begin in January 2026 on the following ABPath CertLink TDACs:

Openings

Eligibility

To be considered, applicants must be ABPath diplomates in good standing, actively participating in ABPath CertLink®, and have recognized expertise in the requested specialty. Members must be willing to commit the necessary time for training and meetings, content development, and item review/edit activities.

Committee Terms

TDAC terms are for one year and may be renewed annually for up to six years. Turnover on these committees is sporadic, so ABPath asks for your patience; we will keep all applications on file for future consideration as openings arise.

Application Process

Interested candidates must complete the online application form and submit a current CV by October 1, 2025.

About the American Board of Pathology

The mission of the American Board of Pathology, as a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties, is to serve the public and advance the profession of pathology by setting certification standards and promoting lifelong competency of pathologists. Founded in 1936, the ABPath accomplishes this mission by establishing certification and continuing certification standards and assessing the qualifications of those seeking to obtain voluntary certification in the specialty of pathology. For more information, visit abpath.org or call (813) 286-2444.

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New Members for Test Development and Advisory Committees

Updated April 4, 2025

TAMPA, Fla., February 06, 2025 – The American Board of Pathology (ABPath) is pleased to announce the appointment of the following new members to the ABPath’s Test Development and Advisory Committees (TDACs) beginning in 2025. The TDACs are responsible for developing and reviewing the ABPath certification exam questions that assess and certify a physician’s education, knowledge, experience, and skills in order to provide high-quality care in the pathology profession.

To be appointed to a TDAC means a physician is an established subject matter expert in their subspecialty field and is current on the latest advances in the continually evolving field of pathology and patient care. TDAC committee members develop and review examination questions for statistical performance and relevance to current practice. They contribute to the validity of examinations by determining the content and distribution of items on examinations (exam blueprints). The TDACs also advise the ABPath on issues in their subspecialty area of expertise.

“The members of our Test Development and Advisory committees are experts in their respective fields. These individuals are instrumental in assessment development, the setting of standards, and provide guidance regarding the current state of Pathology. The appointment of an individual to a test committee is a recognition of their expertise and their contributions ensure the integrity and relevance of board certification,” states Gary W. Procop, MD, MS, MEd, CEO of the American Board of Pathology.

Since 1971, the ABPath has appointed test committees for each specialty area of pathology. The committee consists of ABPath trustees and other pathologists or specialty physicians who are recognized experts in their respective disciplines. There are presently 14 ABPath TDACs. They are: Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology CertLink®, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Clinical Pathology CertLink®, Management and Informatics, Cytopathology, Dermatopathology (with appointees from the American Board of Dermatology), Forensic Pathology, Hematopathology, Medical Microbiology, Molecular Genetic Pathology (with appointees from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics), Neuropathology, and Pediatric Pathology.

A complete list of ABPath committee members can be found here.

About the American Board of Pathology

The mission of the American Board of Pathology, as a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties, is to serve the public and advance the profession of pathology by setting certification standards and promoting lifelong competency of pathologists. Founded in 1936, the ABPath accomplishes this mission by establishing certification and continuing certification standards and assessing the qualifications of those seeking to obtain voluntary certification in the specialty of pathology. For more information visit abpath.org or call (813) 286-2444.

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New Members for Test Development and Advisory Committees

TAMPA, Fla., February 07, 2024 – The American Board of Pathology (ABPath) is pleased to announce the appointment of the following new members to the ABPath’s Test Development and Advisory Committees (TDACs) beginning in 2024. The TDACs are responsible for developing and reviewing the ABPath certification exam questions that assess and certify a physician’s education, knowledge, experience, and skills in order to provide high-quality care in the pathology profession.

To be appointed to a TDAC means a physician is an established subject matter expert in their subspecialty field and is current on the latest advances in the continually evolving field of pathology and patient care. TDAC committee members develop and review examination questions for statistical performance and relevance to current practice. They contribute to the validity of examinations by determining the content and distribution of items on examinations (exam blueprints). The TDACs also advise the ABPath on issues in their subspecialty area of expertise.

“The members of our Test Development and Advisory committees are experts in their respective fields. These individuals are instrumental in assessment development, the setting of standards, and provide guidance regarding the current state of Pathology. The appointment of an individual to a test committee is a recognition of their expertise and their contributions ensure the integrity and relevance of board certification,” states Gary W. Procop, MD, CEO of the American Board of Pathology.

Since 1971, the ABPath has appointed test committees for each specialty area of pathology. The committee consists of ABPath trustees and other pathologists or specialty physicians who are recognized experts in their respective disciplines. There are presently 14 ABPath TDACs. They are: Anatomic Pathology, Anatomic Pathology CertLink®, Blood Banking/Transfusion Medicine, Chemical Pathology, Clinical Pathology CertLink®, Management and Informatics, Cytopathology, Dermatopathology (with appointees from the American Board of Dermatology), Forensic Pathology, Hematopathology, Medical Microbiology, Molecular Genetic Pathology (with appointees from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics), Neuropathology, and Pediatric Pathology.

A complete list of ABPath committee members can be found here.

About the American Board of Pathology

The mission of the American Board of Pathology, as a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties, is to serve the public and advance the profession of pathology by setting certification standards and promoting lifelong competency of pathologists. Founded in 1936, the ABPath accomplishes this mission by establishing certification and continuing certification standards and assessing the qualifications of those seeking to obtain voluntary certification in the specialty of pathology. For more information visit abpath.org or call (813) 286-2444.

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Sept. 21, 2022 – The American Board of Pathology is expanding the membership of the ABPath CertLink® (ABPCL) Test Development and Advisory Committees (TDACs) due to the overwhelming success of the ABPCL program.

Committee members are subject matter experts in the various disciplines of pathology who are responsible for reviewing and writing questions to be used in ABPCL, the online longitudinal assessment for the Continuing Certification Program.

Individuals interested in an appointment should submit a letter of interest and current curriculum vitae to kasey@abpath.org.

Board-certified pathologists with expertise in the following areas are preferred:

Neuropathology/Cardiovascular/Forensic Pathology
Endocrine
Pulmonary
General Clinical Pathology/Lab Management

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