A family physician's effectiveness is dependent upon sound, up-to-date, continuing medical education (CME). That is why the FAFP requires all of its members to complete a minimum of 150 hours of approved continuing education every three years.
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The FAFP, in conjunction with the FAFP Foundation and the American Academy of Family Physicians, present online CME through the AAFP Web site. CME provides courses on topics ranging from allergies to cardiovascular disease. Members can take online CME courses from universities around the country to experience a variety of perspectives on family medicine. Courses are also available on practice management, radiology, sports medicine and a diverse selection of other topics.
