A fake website mimicking the official page of the Federal Council of Medicine is attempting to charge doctors an annual fee for 2026, which is a scam.
A fraudulent website has emerged that closely resembles the official web page of the Federal Council of Medicine in Brazil. This site, which is pretending to collect annual fees from doctors for the year 2026, has been identified as a scam by the CFM itself. The website in question, found at 'conselhodemedicina.com', demands users input their registration number from the Regional Medical Council (CRM) and subsequently attempts to collect the unjustified fee through PIX payment.
On Thursday, the CFM published a notice alerting doctors about the fake site, specifically calling out the URL 'conselhodemedicina.com'. This announcement serves to inform medical professionals that they should be cautious about the site, which has been designed to look almost identical to the legitimate CFM website 'https://portal.cfm.org.br/'. The CFM emphasized the importance of recognizing the difference between the official site and the fraudulent one to protect against identity theft and unauthorized payments.
Scams such as this one highlight the increasing need for vigilance among professionals regarding online security and the potential for deceptive practices. The council's proactive communication is aimed at not only protecting its members but also raising broader awareness about such fraudulent activities that can target various sectors. As instances of digital fraud continue to rise, the importance of verifying the authenticity of web pages becomes paramount, especially for sensitive transactions such as annual membership payments.
