A Higher Standard

Established by physicians, ABFM Board Certification is a voluntary credential that exceeds state medical licensure requirements. Physicians who choose to take the extra step to achieve and maintain certification are committed to a higher standard of care and professionalism for their patients and communities.

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"ABFM’s standards push me to keep my skills sharp and my knowledge current, so I can meet my patients with the right care at the right time."

JUSTIN WOODS, MD
Board Certified since 2018

"ABFM Board Certification matters to me as it signifies a commitment to lifelong learning and maintaining the highest of standards within our family medicine specialty."

ASHLEY YANO, MD
Board Certified since 2022

"ABFM Board Certification sets family physicians apart by highlighting the unique training, experience, and competency that defines us as the irreplaceable foundation of health care’s future."

MICHAEL ATTILIO, MD
Board Certified since 2008

"ABFM certification matters deeply to me because the longitudinal assessments help me stay current through manageable, practice-integrated learning."

KEVIN VOLKEMA, DO
Board Certified since 2021

Registration Deadline Approaching: Avoid Late Fees

Did you gain initial certification in 2025 or do you have an exam due in 2026? Register for your 5-Year Cycle by February 26 to avoid late fees!

Once registration is complete, you’ll be able to access your first quarter of longitudinal assessment exam questions. The redesigned registration process takes less than 20 minutes to complete, so don’t delay—register today to stay on track with your certification requirements.

NEWS

Advancing CKSA: Integrating Spaced Repetition to Strengthen Knowledge Retention

As part of ABFM’s commitment to providing high-quality, relevant assessment tools , we’re excited to introduce spaced repetition into the Continuous Knowledge Self-Assessment (CKSA) activity. Beginning January 1, 2026, each quarterly CKSA activity will feature 30 questions, including five personalized spaced repetition questions and 25 new questions.

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PHOENIX NEWSLETTER

ABFM President’s Message: Enduring Commitments in a Time of Change

In the latest ABFM Phoenix Newsletter, read a message from Dr. Warren Newton, learn about the Continuous Certification 5-Year Cycle, the new CKSA mobile experience, five new health-equity focused activities, and more!

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CERTIFICATION

ABFM Announces Five New Health Equity Activities

The new activities include:

Striving for Health Equity
Social Determinants of Health
Supporting Vulnerable Populations
Championing Economics and Policy to Reduce Health Disparities
Understanding the Impact of Climate Change on Population Health

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Have you claimed your Digital Credentials?

Designed to help you display your board-certified status as the mark of excellence, these new resources offer a convenient way to share your achievement of certification with patients, colleagues, and the public. Learn more and claim your digital badge and certificate now!

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