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Reflecting on the Success of the AAFP 2024 Annual Meeting & Scientific Symposium

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

This year’s event was a testament to the vibrant community of family physicians, medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing family medicine in Alabama. Dr. Anderson embodies the essence of dedicated medical service, leadership, and advocacy for health equity.

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Honoring the Memory of CAFP Past President, Dave Bazzo, MD

California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

After medical school, I matched into the UCSD Family Medicine Residency Program, where I had the privilege of sharing my continuity clinic with Dr. Bazzo. Even after residency, he continued to guide me and encouraged my involvement in organized medicine. Dr. Bazzo was also deeply committed to his patients and community.

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2024 Summer Pinecones E-Newsletter -- MAFP Encourages Student Interest in Family Medicine

Maine Academy of Family Physicians

Doc4aDay : On Friday May 17 th , Vicki Hayes MD ( MAFP member and Faculty, MMC Dept of Medical Education, and Tufts FMIG Medical Advisor ) and Shelly Chipman RN conducted another Doc4aDay program for high school students at the Hannaford Center for Safety, Innovation and Simulation. Mark Bouchard, conducted a hands-on workshop.

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Resources for Family Physicians: Navigating Policy Changes

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

We’ve been hearing from family physicians across Minnesota about the rapid pace of recent federal policy changes and concerns about their impact on patient care and the communities we serve. To help you navigate these changes, we’ve compiled a list of timely resources for family physicians.

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Risking It All For a New Business Model at Family Physicians of St. Joe

Family Physicians of St. Joseph

Larger companies now dominate the healthcare landscape, yet through innovation and a dedication to exceptional patient care, Family Physicians of St. They have remained independent and committed to caring for patients as a small practice, all the while introducing new ideas and setting new standards in Michigan’s Great Southwest.

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Geriatric Medicine Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

Expanding ABIM’s engagement with stakeholder communities such as early career physicians, specialty societies and patient-focused organizations. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N. Ruiz first joined the Specialty Board as a member in 2021.

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Assessment of Characteristics of Burnout and Wellbeing Program Participants [Survey research or cross-sectional study]

Annals of Family Medicine

Context: Increasing diversity of the physician workforce is critical for gaining access to a variety of perspectives, improving patient access, enhancing patient and community outcomes, among others. As part of the BRIDGE program, AAFP collected demographic information each year of the grant from medical students and residents.