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.
ABFM Board Certification is a promise to my patients that I will provide evidence-based, compassionate care while leading the way in primary care innovation and health equity.
Michael Chen, MD
Board certified since 2019
ABFM Board Certification matters to me because it reflects a commitment to the highest standards of clinical care in family medicine, reassures my patients that I provide science-based care at an exceptional level, and promotes continuous learning that keeps me current with best practices in the field.
Yaw Nkrumah, MD
Board Certified since 2025
Being board certified is a title I mention to patients with pride. It is a standard that I have met. I am able to present it to my patients as proof that I am capable as an MD. It is confirmation of the fact that my medical knowledge is evidence-based.
Theodora Kulesza-Galvez, MD
Board certified since 2017
Exam Due in 2027? 5-Year Cycle Registration Is Now Open.
Registration for the 5-Year Cycle is now available for ABFM Diplomates with an exam due in 2027. Log in to your MyABFM Portfolio to complete your outstanding requirements and begin the quick registration process now!
Factbook 2.0 Episode 2: The Design and Compilation
In the second episode in our series on the Factbook 2.0, Dr. Gary LeRoy sits down with Dr. Garrett Kneese to explore what it takes to build the Family Medicine Factbook 2.0 — from leveraging ABFM Diplomate data to creating an interactive, user-friendly tool for understanding the specialty.
What Comes Next: Dr. Mott Blair on Early-Career Physicians and the Future of Public Service
Dr. Mott Blair and Dr. Gary LeRoy explore what family medicine means for the next generation of physicians.
Engagement Network Member Spotlight: Julia Flax, MD
“I joined the ABFM Engagement Network because I believe family medicine is at a critical crossroads, and I wanted to help shape its future rather than simply observe it.”
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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