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2024 Health Equity Progress Report
December 11, 2024
Drawing on W.E.B. Du Bois's concept of "double consciousness," ABFM's 2024 report reflects on ongoing efforts and progress in advancing health equity.
Do You Still Need a Performance Improvement Activity?
December 9, 2024
Discover how one practice improved cervical cancer screening data accuracy and helped close important care gaps.
“I consider myself to be a leader”: a qualitative exploration of early career women family physicians’ intentions to assume a leadership role
Koempel, Annie, Filippi, Melissa K, Byrd, Madeline, Siddiqi, Anam, Bazemore, Andrew W and Jabbarpour, Yalda
2024
5-Year Cycle: 3 Things to Know About the Exam Requirement
December 2, 2024
Learn how ABFM’s 5-Year Cycle makes meeting your exam requirement more flexible and convenient
Engaging Physicians in Improvement Priorities Through the American Board of Medical Specialties Portfolio Program
Nelson, Teena, Walter, Spencer, Williamson, Ann, Graves, Kevin, Paulson, Peggy and Ogrinc, Greg
2024
President’s Message: Giving Thanks to Family Physicians Nationwide
November 7, 2024
Family physicians nationwide are working to improve the lives of their patients, their communities, and the specialty. We are grateful for all you do, as well as your commitment to lifelong learning and professionalism.
Now Available: 5-Year Cycle Registration
November 7, 2024
Registration for the new 5-Year Cycle is open to Diplomates with a 2025 exam requirement, ensuring access to the longitudinal assessment on January 1, 2025.
New in 2025: Redesigned Family Medicine Exam Blueprint
November 7, 2024
Beginning January 1, 2025, a new exam blueprint will better align with today's practicing family physician and provide meaningful performance feedback.
Pisacano Leadership Foundation Announces 2024 Scholars
November 7, 2024
The Pisacano Leadership Foundation announced its 2024 Scholars, U.S. medical students demonstrating a strong commitment to family medicine.
Thank You to the 2024 AAFP Family Medicine Experience (FMX) Attendees!
November 7, 2024
ABFM staff enjoyed connecting with Diplomates in person at the 2024 AAFP FMX conference in Phoenix, assisting with certification and volunteer opportunities.
We Want Your Input!
November 7, 2024
ABFM invites Diplomates to complete a brief survey sharing feedback on the newly redesigned public website.
Original Research Spotlight: Why do we still need physicians when powerful AI tools are available?
November 7, 2024
A recent JABFM study compared GPT-4's performance on the 2022 ABFM In-Training Exam to GPT-3.5 and the national cohort of family medicine residents.