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One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
As you prepare to take the one-day exam, there are a number of important facts about the test-taking process that will help make your experience smoother and more successful. We encourage you to read the content on this page to understand the one-day exam's application information, preparation tools, and format.
ABFM Privacy Policy
May 14, 2026
In the course of the Family Medicine Certification processes, the American Board of Family Medicine, Inc. (“ABFM”) has and must continue to collect and utilize email addresses as well as personal, professional,...
NEW! 5-Year Cycle
May 14, 2026
To meet the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Assessment Standards for Continuing Certification effective January 1, 2024, ABFM is transitioning to the new Continuous Certification 5-Year Cycle (5-Year Cycle).
Resource Library
May 14, 2026
Residency Policies and Guidelines ADVANCED PLACEMENT CREDIT POLICY Board Eligibility Policy Family Leave Policy Absence from Residency Part Time and Combined Residency Policy Residency Forms AOA Training Pathway Form One-Day...
Dates and Deadlines
May 14, 2026
Important dates and deadlines related to your certification process will be featured on this page and regularly updated as new information becomes available to ABFM.
Dates and Deadlines
May 14, 2026
Important dates and deadlines related to the Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment (longitudinal assessment) and Family Medicine Certification Examination (one-day exam) will be featured on this page and regularly updated as new information becomes available.
Longitudinal Assessment
May 14, 2026
The Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment (longitudinal assessment) is a flexible alternative to the 300 question one-day exam. Answer 25 questions each quarter over three to four years, when and where it's convenient for you.
Pain Medicine One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
ABFM has partnered with the American Board of Anesthesiology (ABA) to offer the one-day exam for Pain Medicine.
Sports Medicine One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
ABFM offers the one-day exam for Sports Medicine in conjunction with the American Boards of Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Sleep Medicine One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
ABFM has partnered with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) to offer the one-day exam for Sleep Medicine.
Geriatric Medicine One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
ABFM has partnered with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) to offer the one-day exam for Geriatric Medicine.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine One-Day Exam
May 14, 2026
ABFM has partnered with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) to offer the one-day exam for Hospice and Palliative Medicine.