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Kirsten Austad, MD, MPH, and Jonathan Staloff, MD, MSc, Selected as 2025 NAM Puffer/ABFM Fellows
August 11, 2025
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has selected Kirsten Austad and Jonathan Staloff as the 2025 James C. Puffer, MD/American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) Fellows.
ABFM Sports Medicine Certification Exam Blueprint Updated – Effective January 1, 2026
July 15, 2025
ABFM’s updated Sports Medicine Certification Exam blueprint, effective Jan. 1, 2026, reflects current practice and prepares physicians for evolving care needs.
Now Available: MyABFM Portfolio App
July 7, 2025
The MyABFM Portfolio app brings board certification to your fingertips with a new CKSA experience, updated interface, and enhanced performance.
Read the Latest ABFM Research
July 7, 2025
Check out ABFM’s latest research below and in our research library, or follow us on LinkedIn where we regularly highlight research relevant to family medicine.
New! ABFM Insights Blog is Now Live
July 7, 2025
ABFM Insights offers Diplomates and residents certification tips and best practices to help with completing board certification requirements.
HALM Qualifying Exam Available in November 2025
July 7, 2025
The HALM CAQ recognizes family physicians with significant leadership responsibilities that include managing talent, time, and quality across practice settings.
Available Now: 2026 5-Year Cycle Registration
July 7, 2025
Registration for the 5-Year Cycle is now available for ABFM Diplomates who will begin the new certification process in 2026.
New ABFM Mobile App Now Available!
May 22, 2025
ABFM is excited to announce the launch of the MyABFM Mobile App, a significant step forward in simplifying how you access your ABFM certification requirements.
ABFM Welcomes New Board Members and Officers (2025)
May 15, 2025
Carlos R. Gonzales, MD, Elected as Chair of the ABFM Board of Directors
President’s Message: ABFM’s Unwavering Commitment to Diplomates and the Specialty
March 27, 2025
ABFM's new 2025-2029 strategic plan, approved in February, builds on the successes of the previous plan to guide the organization forward.
In Case You Missed It: New 5-Year Cycle
March 27, 2025
Using the longitudinal assessment as a foundation, the new 5-Year Cycle promotes ongoing learning and offers greater flexibility to customize certification.
Have You Listened to The ABFM Podcast?
March 27, 2025
ABFM is proud to announce that our first four episodes of The ABFM Podcast are now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the ABFM Website.