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External Collaborations
May 14, 2026
The ABFM research team is excited to collaborate with your organization to further the ABFM mission.
Sustaining Women in Medicine
May 14, 2026
An ABFM Foundation funded project aimed at understanding the factors contributing to burnout in female family physicians.
Patients
May 14, 2026
We promise the ABFM board-certified family physician you choose is held to the highest standards through assessment of knowledge and skills to support the delivery of safe and high-quality care.
Value of Certification
May 14, 2026
Patients want and expect the best medical care for themselves and their families. They want to feel confident and trust that their physician is qualified and is committed to providing safe and...
About ABFM
May 14, 2026
Established in 1969 to serve the public, the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) is a not-for-profit, private organization which provides independent assessments of qualifying family physicians.
History of ABFM
May 14, 2026
Founded in 1969, the American Board of Family Medicine is one of 24 medical specialty boards that make up the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).
Credentialers
May 14, 2026
Verify a physician's certification status and learn more about board eligibility, physician status, and withdrawal of certification status below.
Get Help
May 14, 2026
The ABFM Support Center Team is available to help you with your board certification questions. We're available by phone, email, or live chat.
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.
Sleep Medicine
May 14, 2026
The CAQ in Sleep Medicine is offered in conjunction with the American Boards of Internal Medicine, Psychiatry and Neurology, Pediatrics, and Otolaryngology to recognize your training and knowledge in the treatment of...
Sports Medicine Important Dates
May 14, 2026
To register for your exam, be sure to begin your application and submit associated fees prior to the "Final Deadline to Submit Online Application."
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.