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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.
Strategic Plan
May 14, 2026
ABFM is dedicated to improving Family Medicine Certification by engaging our Diplomates and serving our specialty, the profession, and the public. As we realize the components of this strategic plan, we commit...
March 2021
May 14, 2026
Evolving Family Medicine Certification by Listening, Learning, and Supporting
Trademark Use
May 14, 2026
This Policy is intended to set forth the permitted uses of certain ABFM marks as well as the expectations for such use.
June 2021
May 14, 2026
Summer Edition
October 2025
May 14, 2026
The Phoenix is ABFM’s e-newsletter distributed to all Diplomates and residents to provide important updates, useful tips, and other resources related to certification and other ABFM initiatives.
January 2022
May 14, 2026
Committing to Health Equity
November 2022
May 14, 2026
Improving the Value of Board Certification and Advocating for the Specialty
October 2021
May 14, 2026
Supporting Physicians Impacted by the Pandemic as Challenging Times Persist
ABFM Connect Resources
May 14, 2026
Your Online Resource for ABFM Family Medicine Certification
Physicians with 2022 Exam Requirement Eligible for Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment
October 21, 2021
In January 2022, ABFM will launch the permanent Family Medicine Certification Longitudinal Assessment (FMCLA) as an alternative to the one-day exam.
President’s Message: Evolving Family Medicine Certification By Listening, Learning, and Supporting
March 1, 2021
Dr. Warren Newton shares how listening, learning, and supporting Diplomates is shaping the evolution of family medicine certification.