The Higher Standard of Care

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.

How to Become Board Certified

Are you interested in learning more about the process for earning initial certification when you complete your family medicine residency training?

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President’s Message

Improving What’s Important to You – Value and Experience with Board Certification

Learn about several new enhancements coming in 2024 designed to improve the Diplomate experience in a special message from ABFM President & CEO Dr. Warren Newton

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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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Health Equity In Action

“We Thrive in Crisis.” How 400,000 Californians Received the COVID Vaccine

Dr. Jerry Abraham drew national attention in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic when his Los Angeles clinic was left out of initial vaccine distribution. He took an active, outspoken role in making sure his patients received vaccinations and ended up influencing the wellbeing of thousands of underserved and homeless residents.

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