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.
I believe that board certification is very important in a world of ever-changing healthcare. Family physicians must maintain board certification to continue to keep up to date on evidence-based medicine and to give us a standard to strive for
Kathleen Bybel, DO
Board Certified since 2013
ABFM certification is a cornerstone of my professional success in family medicine. It sets the standard for what it means to be a family physician and reflects my commitment to lifelong learning and the comprehensive care of my patients.
Stephen Foster, MD
Board Certified since 2021
ABFM certification matters for patient safety and trust. It provides assurance that I am committed to ongoing learning and adherence to best practices, and contributes to high-quality care.
Kuntal Desai, MD
Board Certified since 2021
Christine A. Hancock, MD, MS, Elected as Chair of the ABFM Board of Directors
We are pleased to announce the election of four new officers and four new board members to the American Board of Family Medicine Board of Directors.
New National Journal Club Articles Are Here!
Expand your evidence-based practice with new articles covering a variety of systems and key topics. Whether you're maintaining certification or preparing for initial certification, NJC helps you stay current with the latest medical literature.
Read our new ABFM Insights article to learn more about how the National Journal Club works!
Engagement Network Member Spotlight: Julia Flax, MD
“Family medicine is at a critical crossroads, and I wanted to help shape its future rather than simply observe it. Practicing physicians need a meaningful voice in how certification evolves—and the Engagement Network is a practical way to be heard.”
Exam Day Is Almost Here: A Last-Minute Checklist for the April Testing Window
The ABFM Family Medicine Examination runs April 6 through April 25. Before your test date arrives, use this checklist to make sure exam day logistics are covered so you can walk in prepared and focused.
When Burnout Leads Family Physicians to Leave or Move Practices
New research linking ABFM survey data with Medicare claims shows a strong connection between family physician burnout and turnover.
Making Diabetic Eye Exams Accessible
One physician’s performance improvement activity is changing what routine care looks like for underserved patients.
Where Residents Train Is Where They Stay — And That Has Consequences for Primary Care Access
Based on “Majority of Family Physicians Still Choose to Practice in the State Where They Were Trained,” published in Health Affairs, March 2026
A Year of Opportunities
In the latest ABFM Phoenix Newsletter, read a message from Dr. Warren Newton, explore updates to the 5‑Year Continuous Certification Cycle, learn about the new CKSA spaced‑repetition experience and KSA mobile experience, get details on the upcoming Sports Medicine LA, PRIME Registry enrollment, Factbook 2.0, and more!
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!