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Earn certification as a lifestyle medicine clinician

“Lifestyle medicine is the foundation of health, the missing piece in how we practice medicine today. Patients need real solutions, and physicians need the right tools. Get certified in lifestyle medicine—for yourself, your patients, and your community.”

Mai-Linh Tran, MD, FAAFP, DipABLM, DipABOM

Determine your pathway

Becoming certified in lifestyle medicine is more than earning a credential—it’s a part of a journey to transform health care from the ground up. Rooted in evidence and powered by purpose, lifestyle medicine empowers clinicians to address the root causes of chronic disease through proven, patient-centered approaches. Certification demonstrates your commitment to delivering whole-person care that not only improves outcomes but also fosters equity, reduces costs, and enhances professional fulfillment. By investing in this training, you gain the tools, credibility, and community to lead change in how health is defined and delivered.

Certification for Physicians

Certification by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine signifies specialized knowledge in the practice of lifestyle medicine and distinguishes a physician as having achieved competency.

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Certification for Health Professionals

Certification by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine of health professionals signifies mastery and competency in using lifestyle as a way to treat, reverse, and prevent chronic disease.

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Join thousands of clinicians leading the way to a healthier future

Expertise in chronic disease care

Becoming certified in lifestyle medicine demonstrates your leadership and mastery in the science of treating, reversing, and preventing chronic disease with official acknowledgement from either the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine or American College of Lifestyle Medicine.

Get unique career advantages

Lifestyle medicine is (and will continue to be) a highly sought after specialty. With your certification, you will gain recognition as a subject matter expert in one of the fastest-growing fields of medicine, gaining a competitive advantage in leadership or advanced practice opportunities.

Elevate team-based care

As a certified lifestyle medicine professional, you’ll be recognized as a leader in whole-person, evidence-based care. You’ll be equipped to lead and contribute to interprofessional teams, drive innovation in chronic disease treatment, and improve patient outcomes across care settings.

Prepare for your exam

Complete Your Online CME

The Foundations of Lifestyle Medicine Board Review Course builds your foundation, fulfills the 30-hour CME requirement, and gets you exam-ready.

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Attend an Approved Event

ACLM’s annual conference is the premier option to earn event CME, bringing together thousand of professional for the latest research and practical tools.

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Gain Confidence

ACLM has compiled 200 practice questions designed to help you prepare for the exam, complete with explanations and supporting references for each question.

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By expanding access to high-quality education, culturally responsive implementation models, and practical support, the partnership equips clinicians with tools to treat the root causes of chronic disease, empowering patients to make and sustain meaningful lifestyle changes.

A step-by-step guide to lifestyle medicine certification

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