I am a board certified family physician who has been in practice since 1991.  I have been certified by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians since 1991.  I have been the medical director of a nursing home since 1995.  I have very extensive experience in the care of geriatric patients and it is a large part of my practice.  I have not done a fellowship in geriatrics.  Medicare has recently begun asking the nursing home whether I am certified in geriatrics.  I would like to know whether I qualify to pursue geriatric board certification through your organization and whether I would be eligible to sit for the geriatric exam.  I look forward to your reply.