What kind of licensing or certificaton are required to become a family physician?

Licensing

- Passing the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Steps 1, 2, and 3.

- Graduating from an accredited medical school.

- Completing an accredited family medicine residency program.

- Obtaining a medical license from the state in which you want to practice.

Certification

- Obtaining board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM). This involves passing the ABFM certification examination.

- Maintaining board certification by completing continuing medical education (CME) requirements.

Some states may also have additional licensing or certification requirements for family physicians.

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