CREDENTIAL LIBRARY

Every menopause credential, explained plainly.

What each credential tests, who issues it, how often it's renewed, and how we verify it.

ABMS Board-Certified Endocrinology

American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM)

Subspecialty board certification in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). One of the strongest signals of hormone-focused clinical expertise.

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ABMS Board-Certified Family Medicine (ABFM)

American Board of Family Medicine

Board certification in Family Medicine through ABFM. Family medicine physicians manage menopause care in many primary-care settings.

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ABMS Board-Certified Internal Medicine (ABIM)

American Board of Internal Medicine

Board certification in Internal Medicine through ABIM. A common baseline for primary-care physicians who offer menopause and HRT management.

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ABMS Board-Certified OB/GYN (ABOG)

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology through the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG), one of the 24 member boards of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS).

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Active State Medical License

State medical/osteopathic board (varies by state)

A current, unrestricted medical license in the state where the provider practices. Required for every provider on this directory.

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MSCP Certified Menopause Practitioner

The Menopause Society

MSCP is the only US clinician credential dedicated to menopause care. Every provider in our directory is verified against The Menopause Society's roster.

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NAMS Certified Menopause Practitioner

The Menopause Society (formerly NAMS)

NAMS-CMP is the pre-2023 name for what's now MSCP — same exam, same issuer. Both labels stay valid, both verifiable against The Menopause Society's roster.

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