National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners
Education Administration ProgramsPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
The National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) is an independent, nonprofit organization founded in 1934 that focuses on assessing competencies for osteopathic medicine and related health care professions. Based in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, it operates within the education administration sector and maintains a moderate staff. Its flagship program, the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX-USA), is the licensure assessment for osteopathic physicians in the United States and is recognized by licensing authorities in several international jurisdictions. NBOME's mission centers on protecting public health by providing objective evaluation of practitioner competencies. Its primary stakeholders include licensing authorities, osteopathic medical schools and students, and other health care professionals seeking licensure. In February 2024, NBOME disclosed a data breach affecting its information systems.