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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Important dates and deadlines related to exams will be featured on this page and regularly updated as new information becomes available.

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Health Equity In Action

Minnesota Family Physician Volunteers with Princeton School District: How Dr. Jeremy Peterson Has Made an Impact on Student Health

Dr. Jeremy Peterson serves as the volunteer medical advisor for the Princeton School District in Minnesota. His medical expertise and relationship with public officials has been a significant boost to student health.

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A Tool for Advocacy: How the Family Medicine Factbook Affected Change at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

ABFM Diplomates Andrea Anderson and Emmeline Ha are using the Family Medicine Factbook to raise the profile of the specialty of family medicine at George Washington University.

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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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