Family Medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on providing comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences, and is not restricted by age, sex, organ system, or disease. In the United States, board certification for Medical Doctors (MDs) is granted by the American Board of Family Medicine, while Doctors of Osteopathy (DOs) can be certified by either the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians or the American Board of Family Medicine. It’s important to note that the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians certification often includes training in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), which further integrates these sciences into practice.
