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“ABFM Board Certification is an essential recognition that as a family physician I am committed to the highest educational and patient care standards. My patients, residents and students deserve this commitment. The ABFM helps me achieve and maintain those goals.”
Reid Blackwelder, MD Board Certified since 1987
Andrea Anderson, MD, M.Ed., FAAFP
“There’s an incredible trust between a patient and their physician. ABFM Board Certification demonstrates their physician is committed to a higher standard of care.”
Andrea Anderson, MD, M.Ed., DABFM, FAAFP Board Certified since 2003
"ABFM certification means that I am committed to bringing the best, most up to date, evidence based care to my patients and community. It means that I am willing to go the extra mile to provide quality care to my rural community."
Katie Dias, DO Board Certified since 2011

The Higher Standard of Care

Established by physicians, ABFM Board Certification is a voluntary credential that exceeds state medical licensure requirements. Physicians who choose to take the extra step to achieve and maintain certification are committed to a higher standard of care and professionalism for their patients and communities.

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Introducing Certification 2025: The New Continuous Certification 5-Year Cycle

ABFM is excited to introduce Certification 2025: the new Continuous Certification 5-Year Cycle. Built on the same foundational components as the current certification process, the new 5-Year Cycle offers increased flexibility and convenience to customize your certification.

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Have you claimed your Digital Credentials?

Designed to help you display your board-certified status as the mark of excellence, these new resources offer a convenient way to share your achievement of certification with patients, colleagues, and the public. Learn more and claim your digital badge and certificate now!

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EXAMINATION

Is Your ABFM Exam Due This Year? Consider the Longitudinal Assessment.

Are you tired of cramming for a stressful single-day exam? The Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment is a popular alternative that allows physicians to keep up with medical knowledge and reduces the stress of a single large test.

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