Obesity is the most prevalent chronic disease in our society, yet many physicians are not trained in how to manage it. The American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) provides education for physicians looking to bridge this gap, offering a certification that signifies you have specialized knowledge and competency in the practice of obesity medicine and care. This type of distinction is becoming even more important as roughly four in ten American adults have obesity, and obesity rates continue to climb nationwide.
While the certification exam has passed for this year, you can start prepping to get certified in 2024.
2024 certification exam key dates and fees
- Next exam window: Oct. 14-26, 2024 (Pearson VUE computer test centers)
- Early application deadline: July 10, 2024 ($1,500 fee)
- Final application deadline: Aug. 7, 2024 ($1,750 fee)
AGA obesity resources for clinicians:
Obesity pharmacology guideline
Find nine clinical recommendations on the use of medications for treating adults with obesity.
On-demand webinars
View recordings of two Obesity in GI Care webinars - which discuss models of care delivery that utilize APPs, treatment options and more.
