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About MC-FP



Maintenance of Certification Schedule
The Maintenance of Certification for Family Physicians (MC-FP) is a process developed by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM).

ABFM MC-FP Components

Part I: Professionalism
Part II: Self-Assessment and Lifelong Learning
Part III: Cognitive Expertise
Part IV: Performance in Practice

AAFP CME offers resources to help you take your exam with confidence and meet your MC-FP requirements:
  • Board Review courses and study materials
  • SAM Working Group Sessions to fulfill Part II
  • METRIC modules to fulfill Part IV
Assumes starting the MC-FP process in 2009. Completing these requirements within the first two three-year stages will allow you to extend your certification from 7 to 10 years.
For more information on the MC-FP process, visit www.theabfm.org or call (877) 223-7437.
Resources for Maintaining ABFM Certification (MC-FP)
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