Family Medicine Physician
Job Overview
As a Family Medicine Physician, you’ll provide the highest quality of health care to Soldiers and their families. You’ll diagnose and treat patients with health issues in areas such as general and preventive medicine, pediatrics, orthopedics, and more. You’ll also assist surgical procedures, provide pre- and post-operative care, conduct research, and educate and train medical students or personnel in your field of expertise.
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Official Qualification Requirements
This is a commissioning path. Enlisted line scores do not apply — selection is based on education, officer testing and a selection board.
- • Bachelor's degree required
- • Commissioning paths: ROTC, OCS, U.S. Military Academy (West Point), Direct Commission
Last verified: 2026-08-14
Requirements are subject to change by the Department of Defense and each service. Always confirm the current standard with an official recruiter before making a decision.
Required. Officer commissioning is citizen-only: goarmy.com says "Be a U.S. citizen by the time you commission as an Officer," marines.com lists "Be a U.S. citizen" for officers, airforce.com says officers "must be a native-born or naturalized United States citizen," and 10 U.S.C. 532 requires it by law. Verified August 2026.
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Bonus availability changes frequently — confirm current amounts with a recruiter.