It is extremely important that ABSA holders should include the VA license. I have been serving in HCA Reston Hospital Center for the past 16 years as an a Surgical Assistant, my record in the hospital speaks it self. I have been certified with ABSA since 2008, this organization have rigid academic and continue education requirement.

To exclude ABSA in VA registration and licensing process ha no regulatory, professional, or legislative purpose, on behalf of many ABSA holders who serve VA patients, please include ABSA the VA credential and Licensing registration process. Thank you and we appreciate you kindly reconsidering.