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Family Physicians Have a Choice in Family Medicine Board Certification

Family Medicine ABPSAt the Board of Certification in Family Medicine® (BCFM), we encourage all physicians to do their due diligence and explore all of the opportunities for board certification currently available to them. While board certification has become a trusted barometer of physician aptitude, each of the three primary multi-specialty certifying organizations in North America have their own unique advantages, which should be fully considered. With the BCFM, for example, we have a strong track record of working on behalf of our Diplomates to ensure that their voices are heard and that our physicians get every opportunity for professional success.

To be eligible for board certification through the BCFM, candidates must:

  • Hold a valid license to practice medicine in the United States, its territories, or Canada
  • Have completed an accredited residency in Family Medicine or have successfully completed an AOA-approved internship or an AOA-approved General Practice residency, and have two years of full-time experience with 300 hours of continuing medical education training
  • Submit a documented report of at least ten Family Medicine cases for which the physician had the lead role in the last 12 months
  • Meet other eligibility requirements outlined here

To learn more about the BCFM as well as the benefits to becoming board certified with ABPS, contact us today. The Board of Certification in Family Medicine® was developed by the American Board of Physician Specialties® (ABPS) to provide an opportunity for physicians who specialize in Family Medicine to become certified in their area of expertise. The ABPS is the third-largest multi-specialty physician certifying organization in the United States, and our Diplomates currently practice medicine in all 50 states as well as Canada and Puerto Rico. As a result, when you choose to pursue board certification with one of our Member Boards, you can be confident that you will be part of a robust community of like-minded physicians who have demonstrated their aptitude and leadership in all areas of medicine.

The ABPS is the official certifying body of the American Association of Physician Specialists, Inc.®

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Medical organizations throughout North America understand that our rigorous certification standards prove that ABPS Diplomates are capable of delivering the best patient care possible.

The American Board of Physician Specialties has provided me with the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of internal medicine through board certification. As a hospitalist, board certification is an expected credential, and hospitals recognize the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS) as one of the three standard credentialling bodies for Internal Medicine. Additionally, the ABPS has helped me develop leadership skills as a Board member and Committee Chairperson. ABPS has also helped me sharpen critical thinking skills as a test question developer and reviewer. The Allopathic (MD) and Osteopathic (DO) physicians in the ABPS are lifelong learners and frequently pursue multiple board certifications. I enjoy the camaraderie of my peers in ABPS.

Loren Jay Chassels, DO
Internal Medicine
When I think historically, advancement in medicine and patient safety and care has been driven by the diversity of people and scientific thought. That’s what I found at the ABPS and more. For over 60 years that is just who we are. I found a physician certifying body that provides a choice and voice to all physicians ensuring that patients are always placed first.

Jerry Allison, MD
Emergency Medicine
When I decided to pursue a full time role as a physician executive it was important to me to obtain additional professional training, education and work experience. Board certification through the ABPS in Administrative Medicine is validation of my efforts and a demonstration of dedication to professional development. We need more physicians to become full time health care executives, knowing there is a board certification option in Administrative Medicine encourages physicians to take the leap from full time clinical practice to healthcare organizational leadership.

Richard Paula, MD
Administrative Medicine
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