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Approval of Allopathic Training

Approval of Allopathic Training

Residents who have or will be completing an allopathic training program must apply for and obtain program approval thru the American Osteopathic Association and the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) prior to the application postmark deadline date in order to qualify for examination.  The approval of residency paperwork by ACOFP for training approval may take place thereafter.  Scores other than a pass/fail designation as well as recommendation for certification by the American Osteopathic Association will be withheld until the paperwork is approved by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP). 

The successful completion of the examination, the review and approval of the residency paperwork and the awarding of certification must be accomplished within six years from the date of approval of the training program. 

AOA Resolution No. 56

Resolution No. 56, passed by the AOA Board of Trustees in July 2004, allows for examination eligibility for those holding ABMS primary certification in good standing and who completed residency training at least five (5) years prior to submitting an application for eligibility.  This resolution was later modified to include ABMS-certified osteopathic physicians who participated in a clinical pathway to achieve ABMS certification.

The AOA Certification Office must be contacted to obtain an application for eligibility and further requirements.  They may be reached at (800)621-1773.

Phone Numbers

Office:
(847) 640-8477

Recorded Information:
(800) 390-5801

E-mail:
aobfp@aobfp.org

Other Important Numbers:

AOA:
(800) 621-1773

ACOFP:
(800) 323-0794