Maintain Your Certification

TAFP’s SAM workshops

> View a list of TAFP’s upcoming SAM workshops on the Upcoming Events page of www.tafp.org.

Q: What is a SAM Group Study Workshop?

A: Get credit for the Self Assessment Module of your American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) Maintenance of Certification though the SAM Group Study Workshops offered by TAFP. At the workshop, diplomates will discuss and complete the 60-question Knowledge Assessment portion of the module presented by TAFP and moderated by a TAFP faculty member. Everyone in attendance for the workshop will be logged into the ABFM site as a group and all answers will post to each person’s individual account.

Q: When and where does TAFP offer SAM Group Study Workshops?

A: TAFP holds at least one SAM in conjunction with our annual symposia, as well as stand-alone programs around the state. View our upcoming SAMs on the Upcoming Events page of TAFP's website.

Q: How do I know if I am eligible?

A: Participants will receive credit if they are currently eligible and enrolled in the ABFM MC-FP process, haven’t completed the current MC-FP stage, have paid the MC-FP fees to the ABFM prior to completing the Clinical Simulation, have completed the Clinical Simulation, and attended and fully participated in the educational discussion for the entire session. To check your status with ABFM, call (877) 223-7437.

Q: How many hours CME credit do I get for the SAM?

A: TAFP does not accredit and therefore cannot provide CME for participating in the SAM Group Study Workshop or the Clinical Simulation. ABFM does award 12 credits to diplomates upon completion of the module.

Q: Can I do the Clinical Simulation on the same day?

A: Yes. Attendees will be eligible to complete the Clinical Simulation online after the conference. Because it is an individual activity, it cannot be completed in the group format. Meeting room space and an Internet connection will be provided. Attendees must bring their own computer to complete this portion individually. Two hours is allotted for the Clinical Simulation immediately following the Group Study Workshop.

Note: This option is not available for SAMs held in conjunction with TAFP symposia (Primary Care Summit, C. Frank Webber, or Annual Session).

Q: What does the fee cover?

A: The SAM Group Study Workshop fee is $300 and covers the following:

• Breakfast, lunch, and breaks during the workshop
• Free parking at the host hotel
• A copy of the 60-question Knowledge Assessment for review and discussion
• Program costs including staff and speaker fees and audio-visual equipment

Note: SAMs held in conjunction with TAFP symposia (Primary Care Summit, C. Frank Webber, or Annual Session) are subject to different registration fees and covered benefits.