TAFP now provides AOA Category 1-A credit

This year, TAFP applied for and received accreditation through the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians to provide AOA Category 1-A credit for our CME courses. TAFP’s director of CME and compliance, Jessica Miley, is excited to offer AOA credit for the first time at this year’s Texas Family Medicine Symposium, June 5-7 at the Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort and Spa in San Antonio.

“We chose to offer osteopathic CME credit to better support our DO members in meeting AOA requirements and accessing relevant educational opportunities,” she says. “This ensures our programming remains inclusive, meets the needs of osteopathic physicians, and continues to provide strong value to their membership with TAFP.”

Lisa Nash, DO, is the dean of the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine UNT Health Fort Worth. She says she sees firsthand how important it is for DOs to be recognized and supported within our professional organizations.

“Offering AOA credit sends a clear message that TAFP values osteopathic training and is committed to meeting the needs of its DO members. That kind of intentional inclusion matters, and it strengthens engagement, professional development, and long-term connection to the Academy.”

With three osteopathic medical schools in Texas, the percentage of TAFP members who are osteopaths continues to increase. Currently, 15% of active members and 33% of resident members trained at osteopathic medical schools. Members who are board certified by the AOA are required to earn 30 AOA Category 1-A credits every three years.