Geriatrics and end-of-life care CME

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Complex care requires deep knowledge.

Family physicians are shouldering a larger share of care for geriatric patients. Explore ways to care for the common chronic and acute conditions that affect elderly patients.

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    Geriatrics and end-of-life care FAQ

    What do the AAFP geriatric CME courses cover?

    The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) geriatric medicine CME courses are designed to equip family physicians with tools to improve patient outcomes, communicate with patient family members, better manage chronic disease and gain deeper insight into age-related mental health conditions.

    Our courses cover these geriatric medicine topics and more:

    • ADA guidelines
    • Dementia
    • Elder abuse
    • Osteoporosis/osteopenia
    • End-of-life care
    • Incontinence
    • And more

    How many CME credits do our geriatric medicine CME courses offer?

    Geriatric Medicine Edition 13, our most recent online geriatric CME course, is accredited for up to 22.75 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed credits.

    To maintain AAFP membership requirements, family physicians must report at least 150 credits of approved CME every three calendars. Please keep in mind that your state licensing board may require an additional amount of CME or more specific requirements as well.

    Does the AAFP have any geriatric CME conferences?

    Explore upcoming in-person and livestream CME conferences on our events page.