MDCMEOverview
The Guam Board of Medical Examiners (GBME) requires physicians to complete 100 CME credits every 2 years — one of the higher requirements among U.S. jurisdictions. At least 50% must be AMA PRA Category 1. A one-time 2-credit Ethics requirement applies to all physicians. PAs are licensed through the separate Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners (GBAHE) and must contact the board directly for specific CME hour requirements.
Physician (MD/DO) Requirements
Guam physicians must complete 100 CME credits per 2-year cycle.
CME Breakdown
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Total CME | 100 credits per 2-year cycle |
| Category 1 | Minimum 50 credits (50%) must be AMA PRA Category 1™ |
| Category 2 | Up to 50 credits allowed |
| Cycle | Biennial (every 2 years) |
| Average per year | 50 hours/year |
Mandatory Special Topics
| Topic | Hours | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Ethics | 2 credits | One-time requirement |
Credit Flexibility
Guam offers more flexibility than many jurisdictions:
| Credit Type | Maximum Allowed |
|---|---|
| AMA PRA Category 1™ | Unlimited (minimum 50 required) |
| Category 2 | Up to 50 credits |
Physician Assistant Requirements
Guam PAs are licensed through the Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners (GBAHE), separate from the physician board.
CME Breakdown
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Total CME | Contact board for specific requirements |
| Cycle | Biennial (licenses expire December 31 of even-numbered years) |
| Licensing board | GBAHE (not GBME) |
Important Note
PA Board Contact
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Coordinator | Kaysie Lee, Program Coordinator I |
| Phone | (671) 735-7404 |
| [email protected] |
DO (Osteopathic) Physicians
Guam requirements for DO physicians are identical to MD requirements. Both must complete 100 CME credits every 2 years with at least 50 Category 1 credits.
Key Differences: MD vs PA
| Aspect | Physicians (MD/DO) | Physician Assistants |
|---|---|---|
| Total hours | 100 credits | Contact board |
| Cycle | 2 years | 2 years (expires Dec 31, even years) |
| Category 1 | 50% minimum | Contact board |
| Licensing board | GBME | GBAHE |
| Ethics requirement | 2 hrs (one-time) | Contact board |
Tips for Guam Licensees
- High CME requirement — 100 hours is among the highest in U.S. territories
- 50% Category 1 minimum — Plan for at least 50 Category 1 credits
- One-time Ethics — Complete 2-hour ethics requirement early
- Category 2 flexibility — Up to half your credits can be Category 2
- PAs: Contact GBAHE directly — Requirements not available online
- Different boards — MDs use GBME, PAs use GBAHE
Contact Information
Guam Board of Medical Examiners (GBME) — For Physicians
- Website: dphss.guam.gov/guam-board-of-medical-examiners/
- Department: Department of Public Health and Social Services
Guam Board of Allied Health Examiners (GBAHE) — For PAs
- Website: dphss.guam.gov/guam-board-of-allied-health-examiners/
- Program Coordinator: Kaysie Lee
- Phone: (671) 735-7404
- Email: [email protected]