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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.
Exam
May 14, 2026
The purpose of the exam requirement is to regularly assess and measure clinical knowledge and demonstrate your competency in medical care across the wide spectrum of conditions treated by family physicians.
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.
Become Certified
May 14, 2026
Demonstrate to your patients and the public that you are committed to maintaining the higher standard of care throughout your career. Click the button below to learn more about the value of...
In-Training Exam
May 14, 2026
As a resident in an ACGME-accredited family medicine program, you are eligible to take the annual In-Training Exam (ITE).
Certification Activities
May 14, 2026
The certification activity requirement includes earning a total of 50 certification points by completing ABFM Self-Assessment and Performance Improvement activities. Each certification activity is assigned a point value to help you track...
Pathways to Certification
May 14, 2026
ABFM offers various pathways to gain initial certification depending on where you are in your medical career.
ABFM Welcomes New Board Members and Officers (2026)
May 7, 2026
Christine A. Hancock, MD, MS, Elected as Chair of the ABFM Board of Directors
Better Together: One Physician’s Case for Team-Based Care
April 28, 2026
How one family physician turned a performance improvement activity into a lasting culture shift in her clinic.
Strong Obstetric Care Training in Family Medicine Residency: Bolstering the Number of Family Physicians Attending Births
Barreto, Tyler W, Fleischer, Sarah E, Barr, Wendy Brooks and Peterson, Lars E
2026
How the National Journal Club Works: A Step-by-Step Guide to Staying Current in Family Medicine
April 21, 2026
National Journal Club helps family physicians stay current with evidence-based research across a wide range of clinical topics.
Engagement Network Member Spotlight: Suneel Parvathareddy, MD
April 14, 2026
Meet Dr. Suneel Parvathareddy and learn about his certification journey and involvement in family medicine.