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WVOMA Lymphatic Techniques: Osteopathic Approach to Treatment
Thursday, Nov. 6, 2026, 2 p.m. ET
West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine
400 North Lee St.
Lewisburg, West Virginia 24901
Number of Component 3 OMT OCC: 2
2026 GAFP Annual Meeting
Thursday, Nov. 6 – Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026
The Hotel at Avalon, Autograph Collection
9000 Avalon Blvd.
Alpharetta, Georgia 30009
Get ready for an incredible family medicine weekend that unites colleagues, mentors, residents, students and friends for a fantastic weekend brimming with learning, networking and community spirit! This year’s conference is packed with 20 main-stage sessions and a variety of optional workshops, offering practical insights you can apply immediately to patient care.
IOA Hands-On OMT Training for OCC Level 3 Credit
Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Marian University Tom and Julie Wood College of Osteopathic Medicine
Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences
3200 Cold Spring Rd.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46222
UNECOM: OMT to Relieve Myofascial Strains
Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Discover Health Functional Medicine Center
24 Pleasant St.
Conway, New Hampshire 03818
The program will focus on common myofascial areas of strain and how to effectively and efficiently use the Still Technique and Strain-Counterstrain Technique to treat them. During each hour, there will be a short review of functional OPP anatomy or discussion of common strains and then the majority of each hour will be at the tables applying the OMT techniques.
Learning objectives:
As a result of participating in this workshop the attendees should be able to:
- Evaluate and treat common myofascial strains with OMT
- Demonstrate competence using the Still Technique
- Demonstrate competence using Strain-Counterstrain Technique
- Understand the importance of addressing the myofascial system to be optimally effective with OMT
Number of Component 3 OMT OCC: 8
2027 Winter Family Medicine Update
Friday, Jan. 15 – Saturday, Jan. 16, 2027
Shanty Creek Resort
5780 Shanty Creek Rd.
Bellaire, MI 49615
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Getting your hands-on OMT course approved by AOBFP in five easy steps
OMT is a defining skill for osteopathic family physicians, and offering an AOBFP-approved hands-on course helps diplomates meet the Component 3 requirement to maintain the OMT designation.
Diplomates must complete eight (8) hours of AOBFP-approved OMT hands-on training or pass the OMT performance exam every nine years, plus complete an OMT longitudinal assessment module every three years. Pre-approval of your course ensures participants can apply those hours toward OCC requirements.
To apply to become an AOBFP-Approved Program Provider, the following items must be submitted:
- Completed application at least 60 days in advance of the meeting or publication of promotional materials if AOBFP information is to be included
- $600 application fee
- Copy of the course curriculum, with times of each session and content areas
- Copy of the presentation slides
- Roster of AOBFP/OMT and/or AOBNMM-certified table trainers
Please note that all applicants must be AOA-accredited Category 1 CME sponsors.
Once approval is granted, the organization/company will be issued a provider number and a memo to assist in meeting the obligations of this program during the approved period. The approved course can be offered unlimited times during the three-year approval period, provided no changes are made to the course. If changes have been made, a new application must be submitted for review and approval. Contact information including a link to your website will be posted on the AOBFP website as a resource for diplomates.
Step 1: Confirm the requirements & course design
- Decide whether your program will be a full 8-hour course or a shorter module that combines with others.
- Review AOBFP Component 3 rules to ensure alignment with OCC pathways.
Step 2: Review application materials & templates
- Review the AOBFP Approved Provider Application, OMT course template and frequently asked questions.
- These outline exactly what’s required (agenda, faculty ratio and qualifications, learner assessment, etc.).
Step 3: Develop course content & documentation
- Use the AOBFP template to create objectives, hands-on practice activities and competency-focused instruction.
- Prepare supporting documents: agenda, technique list, presentation slides, outcomes, small-group ratios, faculty CVs, learner assessment tools and evaluation forms.
Step 4: Submit application & respond to feedback
- Complete the Approved Provider Application and attach your course materials.
- AOBFP will review your submission and may request clarifications or revisions.
- Provide presentation slides and verify faculty OMT credentials.
- Provide AOBFP with course registration link for website.
Step 5: Deliver, document & maintain records
- Run the course, keeping attendance records, assessment forms and completion certificates.
- Submit course attendance roster to AOBFP.
- Retain documentation for OCC verification.
- Reapply if you make substantial changes to content, format or faculty.
All courses submitted for consideration by the AOBFP should be designed for practicing osteopathic family physicians who want to improve their skills in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). Your course should follow the course outline template below: