Overview
Diplomates are required to maintain the OCC requirements of their primary specialty certification.
Component 1: Active Licensure
AOA board-certified physicians must hold a valid, active license to practice medicine in one of the 50 states. Read more…
Component 2: Lifelong Learning (CME)
Component 2 of the Osteopathic Continuous Certification process requires recertifying physicians to pursue lifelong learning through continuing medical education. Read more…
Component 3: Cognitive Assessment
There is no longitudinal assessment requirement for diplomates who earn the OMT designation through the Distinct Osteopathic Examination Committee (DOEC) pathway. Diplomates must follow the component 3 requirements of their primary specialty certification. Please contact your primary specialty’s certifying board for more information. Read more…
Component 4: Practice Performance Assessment
Engage in continuous quality improvement through comparison of personal practice performance measured against national standards for your medical specialty. Read more…