The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) represents family physicians, family medicine residents, and medical students.

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350 family physicians are in D.C. this week at the Family Medicine Advocacy Summit advocating for accountability for Medicare Advantage plans, removing barriers to practice medicine for physician visa holders in the primary care workforce and improving patient access to chronic care management services. Add your voice: aafp.org/speakout
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Jun 13
Cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, are rising across the U.S.—a reminder that this highly contagious disease remains a real threat. Vaccination is one of our strongest tools to protect infants, families and communities and prevent serious complications: bit.ly/4g18N2h
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The @aafp, @AmerAcadPeds, @acog and @ACPIMPhysicians are raising their voices about the importance of Medicaid and the risks posed by recent work reporting requirements. From preventive care for children to maternal health and chronic disease management, Medicaid plays a critical role in keeping patients healthy and reducing costs. Medicaid saves lives. We must protect it. bit.ly/4xDXHH4
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Jun 12
The AAFP congratulates Michael Hanak, MD, FAAFP, on his election to the American Medical Association’s Council on Medical Service! We’re proud to support family physicians who are leading efforts to improve access to affordable, high-quality care, strengthen trust in public health and advocate for patients and communities nationwide.
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Jun 11
Yesterday, the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (@acog) released its 2026 maternal immunization schedule. The AAFP is one of 13 medical societies to endorse the schedule, which was developed by ACOG’s Immunization, Infectious Disease, and Public Health Preparedness Expert Work Group. Read more: bit.ly/43npL3z
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Congratulations to FAFP Member, Holly Vu The FAFP congratulates student member, Holly Vu, on being selected as one of the nine Family Medicine Leads Emerging Leader Institute 2025 Leadership Project Award recipients and the overall Best Leadership Project Award recipient from her track! The year-long Family Medicine Leads (FM Leads) Emerging Leader Institute (ELI) focuses on ensuring the future of the family medicine specialty by increasing the number of family medicine leaders and provides training for this important role. Click here to learn more: bit.ly/4thkrsW #FAFP #AAFP #ELI #fmleads #familymedicine #medicalstudent
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Jun 10
In a field where it can take years for scientific advancements to become standard care, Family Medicine Update accelerates that timeline, translating today’s evidence into tomorrow’s exam room decisions. Join the livestream June 16-20 to get all the updates you need to improve health outcomes today: bit.ly/43XFeYb Use promo code WH100 to save $100 through June 12!
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Jun 9
Every patient deserves access to a family physician. The AAFP is encouraged by a federal court's decision to halt the proposed $100,000 H-1B application fee. We urge Congress to pass the bipartisan H-1Bs for Physicians and the Healthcare Workforce Act, which would codify this exemption and ensure patients can get the care they need. Use our Speak Out tool to share your voice: bit.ly/4xBvUXR
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Jun 9
By focusing on lifestyle medicine, Meagan L. Grega, MD, FACLM, DipABLM, DipABFM, found that she was able to get to the root cause of her patients’ health challenges. Read more: bit.ly/4uVGcA2
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Jun 8
Congratulations to our very own @MargotSavoy for being recognized as one of @modrnhealthcr's 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives in 2026! The AAFP and our family physicians are grateful for Dr. Savoy’s expertise, clinical knowledge and work to improve access to primary care for all. Check out the full list: ModernHealthcare.com/50Most
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Jun 7
UpToDate® now includes Expert AI in every plan—helping you work smarter and faster. With our enhanced UpToDate Pro Plus package, you can simplify state CME compliance with tagged topics. Take advantage of it all—and enjoy an extra 5% savings, on top of your regular AAFP discount, through June 30. Get the promo code here: bit.ly/3RT124v
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Jun 7
At #AAFPFMX, family medicine professionals from across the country come together to lead what's next in primary care. Experience 250 education sessions, explore new products and technologies and build your network. Register before 6/30 to lock in early bird savings: ter.li/74awenk7
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Jun 6
We're here for you at every stage of your journey. But we also know life moves fast, especially during residency. Take our survey to let us know how we can best help you succeed: bit.ly/4aqwQUD
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Jun 6
On the job hunt? AAFP CareerLink can help simplify your search with tools and features tailored for family physicians. Learn more about how CareerLink can help you find your next role. ⬇️ bit.ly/4uVA8rq
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Jun 5
As a family physician, you are well placed to guide patients and families through prevention, screening, diagnosis and treatment. Try these 6 tips (and other resources) for your next conversations about brain health: bit.ly/4edDoYa
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Jun 5
Dr. Durado Brooks, associate chief medical officer at Exact Sciences and an expert in cancer prevention, often finds that patients have misperceptions about cocolorectal cancer (CRC) screenings. In the latest Leading Edge episode, Dr. Mike Richardson and Dr. Brooks discuss how personalized, risk-based screening can help more patients complete CRC screening and prevent cancer: bit.ly/4e9FNTC
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Jun 4
In light of the government’s new Healthcare Advisory Committee's first meeting, #AAFP CEO @rshawnm and Dr. Sachin Jain, CEO of SCAN Group and SCAN Health Plan, outline several bold policies that challenge government and industry leaders to rethink what it will actually take to make the country healthier. Read more in @FierceHealth: bit.ly/4vveCJX
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Jun 4
Don't miss @KansasAFP President Beth Oller, MD, FAAFP, during the @AmerMedicalAssn's office hours on June 10! Dr. Oller, along with a panel of experts, will discuss how routine screenings can have a big impact on improving patient health in rural outpatient settings. Register for free today: bit.ly/4e0LQcP
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Jun 3
The AAFP is deeply concerned that Medicaid work reporting requirements will result in massive coverage losses for beneficiaries. When patients can access Medicaid, communities are healthier. bit.ly/4ubqyiI
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Jun 3
Join your peers for the DPC Summit from July 16-19 for hands-on workshops, comprehensive sessions and time with expert faculty and vendors that will elevate your professional satisfaction, patient care, business expertise and passion. Register today: bit.ly/4agMmSW
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