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"ABFM certification matters deeply to me because the longitudinal assessments help me stay current through manageable, practice-integrated learning."
Kevin Volkema, DO Board Certified since 2021
"Public trust in the knowledge, professionalism, and expertise of family doctors is essential to our effectiveness as healers. ABFM serves as the nexus for ensuring that trust."
Brent Smith, MD Board Certified since 2005
"The process of maintaining board certification incorporates continuous life-long learning via CME and other credentialing activities that ensure I stay on top of changes in evidence-based medicine."
Disha Shastry, MD Board Certified since 2019

A Higher Standard

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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Certification

ABFM Announces Five New Health Equity Activities

The new activities include:

Striving for Health Equity
Social Determinants of Health
Supporting Vulnerable Populations
Championing Economics and Policy to Reduce Health Disparities
Understanding the Impact of Climate Change on Population Health

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Phoenix Newsletter

5-Year Cycle Registration Now Open, MyABFM Portfolio App Available, New ABFM Board Members and Officers Announced

In the latest ABFM Phoenix Newsletter, learn about the Continuous Certification 5-Year Cycle, the new MyABFM Portfolio App, the election of ABFM’s new officers and board members, the ABFM Insights Blog, and more!

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Diplomate Spotlight

Oklahoma Physicians Highlight Family Medicine with 'Fast Talks' Podcast

“There’s no such thing as just a family doc. A family doc is a broad, amazing, incredibly accomplished professional,” said Dr. Philip Palmer, ABFM Diplomate of 30 years. “I want to be a voice to help family doctors know that what they do is good and what they do is important.”

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HALM Qualifying Exam Application Now Available!

If you are currently in a leadership role or looking to advance your career in health care leadership, the Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Health Care Administration, Leadership, and Management (HALM) may be of interest to you.

Due to increasing interest, an additional HALM qualifying exam will be offered in November 2025. Learn more about this new CAQ and determine your eligibility today!

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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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