Board of Certification in Family Medicine Obstetrics

Family Physicians in Obstetrical Care

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Board of Certification in Family Medicine Obstetrics

Providing Certification of

An Essential Specialty The past decade has seen family medicine obstetrics fellowships double. Physicians certified in this essential specialty are ideallysuited to lead multidisciplinary teams and provide high-quality women’s health. The American Board of Physican Specialties (ABPS) developed the Board of Certification in Family Medicine Obstetrics (BCFMO) to provide a path to certification for family physicians who have dedicated their careers to obstetrical care.

Why Board Certify?

Most hospitals and managed care organizations today require board certification in order to obtain privileges.

Even malpractice carriers require board certification for liability coverage. BCFMO provides a path for family physicians who have completed advanced training in maternity care and obstetrics, and are practicing the specialty, to earn board certification in family medicine obstetrics.

Eligibility Highlights There are currently two distinct tracks to qualify for certification in family medicine obstetrics through BCFMO. Fellowship Track applicant must have completed a 12-month, full-time fellowship recognized by the BCFMO* applicant must have the director of their fellowship submit an original, signed letter of verification attesting to program completion. applicant’s case log must list all obstetrical cases completed over the past two years applicant must have performed no fewer than 100 vaginal deliveries and 50 cesarean sections during the past five years *Visit bcfmo.org for a list of recognized programs. Programs currently not listed may apply for BCFMO approval.

Fellows who have completed a fellowship not recognized

by BCFMO may apply through the clinical track.

Clinical track applicant must be a family physician with at least five years of ongoing care for obstetric patients applicant must include surgical obstetrics in their practice applicant’s case log must list all obstetrical cases completed over the past two years applicant must have performed no fewer than 100 vaginal deliveries and 50 cesarean sections during the past five years Complete eligibility requirements are available online at www.bcfmo.org.

Exam Information The BCFMO exam consists of a computerbased written test and an oral examination covering five case studies. Candidates must first pass the written exam to become eligible to take the oral portion.

For complete details, including exam application, topics covered, testing schedule, locations and fees, visit www. bcfmo.org.

Board of Certification in Family Medicine Obstetrics® A Member Board of the American Board of Physician Specialties®

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