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Definition of CME

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

CME: Continuing medical education, education that physicians are required to obtain in order to earn CME credits to retain their medical licenses. They may do so by taking courses, attending medical conferences where they learn about new developments, or by reading and taking tests.