O Conselho Federal de Medicina é uma autarquia que possui atribuições constitucionais de fiscalização e normatização da prática médica.Conselho Federal de Medicina.

Core values

- **Regulation and Supervision**: CFM supervises and regulates medical practice, ensuring ethical and professional standards are maintained[1].
- **Healthcare Policy**: It works to ensure the health of Brazilian society through dignified and competent healthcare policies[1].
- **Continuing Education**: CFM provides continuing medical education, which helps professionals stay updated and interact with various medical areas[1].
- **Legal Advice and Ethical Guidance**: The council offers legal advice and ethical guidance, ensuring good medical practice and respecting the autonomy of both doctors and patients[1][2].
- **Publications and Communication**: CFM publishes materials and maintains communication platforms to keep the medical community and society informed[1].