The #AAFP’s position paper on birth equity outlines actions physicians, educators and policymakers can take to reduce maternal mortality, close equity gaps and ensure birthing people have the care they need. #BMHW26 https://bit.ly/4dLKXXf

#AAFPFMX is where leaders in family medicine show up. Don't miss your chance to learn from your peers, build lasting connections and elevate your leadership skills in Nashville: https://ter.li/bwnt7dyo

AAFP members: Don't forget to take the 2026 Member Satisfaction Survey by April 18, 2026! In just 10 minutes, you can help our organization prioritize what matters most to you. Learn more and take the survey: https://bit.ly/3OlQzNH

When you talk to your patients about chronic disease prevention, you're also talking about brain health. Learn more about how lifestyle changes can help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias: https://bit.ly/41OyH0M

In honor of #BlackMaternalHealthWeek, Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell joined the Inside Family Medicine podcast to discuss the urgent need to improve maternal care and outcomes in the U.S. Tune in to hear more about how family physicians are key to this effort: bit.ly/3OmYGJQ

Strong vaccine conversations don’t happen by accident. New AAFP tools help you prepare for meaningful, productive visits that build confidence and support early vaccination. Start prepping: https://bit.ly/4cyW3Og

The U.S. has the highest rate of maternal death among high-income countries, disproportionally affecting Black Americans. Through Dr. Amanda Dupre's training and beyond, she has maintained a passion for bridging gaps in health equity. Read her story: https://bit.ly/4t9WuUZ

It is imperative for family physicians to understand downcoding, learn how to spot it and push back when necessary, explains Tina Philip, DO. Learn more about the impact of downcoding and how to take action: https://bit.ly/4cC4GYj

It's time to craft your Nashville itinerary! ⭐ Secure discounted hotel rates, sign your kids up for Camp AAFP and check out more popular attractions: https://ter.li/sxfxx6qd

If your patient is experiencing cognitive decline, it can be hard to resist the urge to correct or reorient them when they become confused. But as Dr. Maya Bass explains, there's benefit to leaning in. Find more resources on Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and brain health: https://bit.ly/41OyH0M

Family physicians play a vital role in supporting public health. In honor of National Public Health Week, @familydocwonk.bsky.social shares tools and resources to help screen for social drivers of health and connect patients with community resources. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49jwbRu

Reducing maternal mortality requires evidence-based, patient-centered and culturally responsive care. Our tools help you partner with pregnant patients from diverse backgrounds to promote healthy living through pregnancy, labor and the postpartum period: https://bit.ly/4avxApw

10 minutes is all it takes to shape the future of family medicine. Take the AAFP Member Satisfaction Survey by April 18 to help us prioritize the tools and resources you need most: https://bit.ly/48rjR49

NEW: The Family Medicine Career Benchmark Dashboard has been updated for 2026! Explore the dashboard to reveal how income, benefits, and career satisfaction stack up in family medicine: aafp.org/worth

The AAFP joined 23 other medical societies in calling on the Departments of State and Homeland Security to address barriers preventing international medical graduates from entering the U.S. and remaining lawfully in the country: bit.ly/48EO0gq

Your career path isn’t one-size-fits-all, and your job search shouldn’t be, either. The AAFP is partnering with Health eCareers to bring a new and improved AAFP CareerLink to life. https://bit.ly/4t3fqoB

Research suggests weight bias reflects broader challenges in obesity care. But you can help break that cycle by using patient-first language, preventing stigmatizing encounters and addressing real-world barriers. Learn more in our Obesity CME online course: https://bit.ly/4cdHrTh

Vaccines are a crucial part of preventive public health, protecting patients across diseases and life stages. The AAFP's 2026 immunization schedules help you stay up to date on vaccine recommendations, so your patients can stay up to date on their health: https://bit.ly/3PY0d4i

The DPC Physician of the Year Award honors a physician who embodies the best of Direct Primary Care. This individual works to advance the DPC model, build a sustainable practice and invest in the future of medicine. Send your nomination before April 15: https://bit.ly/47Cz42a

Don't miss AAFP's Dr. Margot Savoy in this special webinar on April 8 at 12 p.m. ET! Moderated by Dr. Chelsea Clinton, panelists will discuss how young people, their families and their physicians are navigating vaccine information and health decisions today: https://bit.ly/4ltAlxU

It’s National Public Health Week! We recognize the role our members play in public health and appreciate your work to keep your communities healthy. Explore our resources to extend your public health impact: https://bit.ly/49jwbRu

Tim Riley, MD, shares how healthy boundaries helped him get "unstuck" and rediscover joy in practice. To hear more from Dr. Riley, join us this May at the Whole Health Summit as he leads workshops on overcoming burnout and trauma-informed communication: aafp.org/whs

Medical students & residents: Don't miss your chance to learn the ins and outs of running a Direct Primary Care (DPC) practice! Apply before April 19 for a $700 scholarship to attend the 2026 DPC Summit: https://bit.ly/4c9GpHR

In honor National Minority Health Month, medical student Payal Morari spoke with AAFP Chief Medical Officer Dr. Margot Savoy about how family physicians can lead the way in advancing health equity. Watch the full interview: https://bit.ly/47I69JY

Discussing cognitive function with your patients shouldn't just be limited to a conversation about the brain. As Dr. Ecler E. Jaqua explains, because of the close link between the brain, heart and kidneys, it's important to take a whole-body approach to cognitive care: https://bit.ly/41OyH0M

Applications are now open for the AAFP Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education! Each year, the Academy recognizes 12 outstanding residents for their exemplary patient care, their leadership and their community involvement. Sound like you? Apply by May 27: https://bit.ly/4v4Eflr

Family medicine needs leaders like you in the room. Join us for Leadership Conference from April 22-25 in Kansas City, MO, to gain the skills you need to advocate and lead on the state and national level: https://bit.ly/3uv43Nf

Practicing family medicine isn't easy on a good day, but it can be easier—and more fulfilling—with the right systems in place. Learn more about how the Whole Health Summit can help you thrive as a family physician: https://bit.ly/4qW7apv

Family physicians are deeply rooted in their communities and can connect patients with the resources they need and address social drivers of health that affect access and outcomes. Hear physician stories and explore our health equity resources here: https://bit.ly/3x6Lcc9

Have you ever wondered about side gigs alongside practice? Family physician, Dr. Michael Richardson, spoke to @medscape.com about how side gigs for doctors have gained popularity. Read more: https://wb.md/3NZiimZ

At #AAFPFMX 2025, former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joined AAFP's Shawn Martin to discuss why community is key to rebuilding trust. Patients are looking locally for connection and trusted voices, and family physicians are uniquely positioned to lead. Read more: https://ter.li/len2l0

Happy National Doctors Day! Today we're celebrating the incredible work family physicians do every day to care for their patients, their colleagues and their communities. Thank you: https://bit.ly/3G4hExl

Apply for the AAFP Vaccine Science Fellowship and enhance your knowledge of vaccine science and policy. Through the fellowship, you'll get hands-on experience through meetings with experts in public health, vaccine policy and vaccine manufacturers. Apply by April 17: https://bit.ly/4aVxeKg

Family physicians: Secure your spot to be part of a National PI CME Initiative! Join the cohort to work with expert faculty and peer physicians to focus on ASCVD risk assessment and lipid management. Learn more and apply today: https://bit.ly/4bPSPnQ

In this episode of the Inside Family Medicine podcast, Dr. Tina Philip and AAFP EVP and CEO Shawn Martin deliver expert insights on the real impact of downcoding, offering practical strategies to overcome reimbursement challenges and reduce administrative burdens. Listen now: https://bit.ly/40Witm4

Dr. Ashley Wilk’s path to family medicine started with her own experience as a patient and grew into a passion for teaching others to improve patient care. Learn from your peers at #AAFPFMX. https://ter.li/ajlf2o

"At this moment in public health, here’s something impossible to overstate: Vaccines are our best defense against preventable diseases. They are safe, effective and save lives." Read more from @margotsavoy.bsky.social on our latest updates to the vaccine schedules: https://bit.ly/47RxrNW

"It can generate ideas in seconds, but it is not a doctor who knows you." -- Jen Brull, MD, board chair of @aafp.org, discussing the pitfalls of artificial intelligence after Microsoft launched a health-focused chatbot. www.medpagetoday.com/practicemana...

Applications are open now through April 16 for the NHSC Scholarship Program, which covers tuition, eligible fees, books, equipment and provides a monthly stipend for students pursuing primary care careers in a Health Professional Shortage Area: https://bit.ly/4suCITS

AAFP members: Secure your spot in this guided cohort, offering hands-on quality improvement support, expert faculty and peer collaboration—all focused on improving colorectal cancer screening in primary care. Earn up to 30.5 CME credits as a participant: https://bit.ly/4uMPezW

The AAFP congratulates and welcomes the medical students who matched into family medicine today. For those entering family medicine, it is the beginning of a career defined by continuity, versatility and deep community connection: https://bit.ly/4bbsXnG

"Separating people from primary care will result in them being less healthy and will result in more costs." Thank you to AAFP's Shawn Martin for reiterating the importance of #primarycare and #familymedicine in making health care more affordable.

Testimony from PCC members at PBGH and @aafp.org provide some key takeaways: investing more in comprehensive primary care means better health and lower costs. Check out more testimony at a House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing ⬇️ energycommerce.house.gov/events/healt...

Nearly 1 in 3 adults in the U.S. no longer has a usual source of care. That means worse health outcomes and higher costs, AAFP CEO Shawn Martin highlighted during testimony before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. The solution? Primary care. Watch here: www.youtube.com/live/SgsYVQf...

Whatever your path in family medicine, mentorship can help you get there. For PGY-2s preparing to step into PGY-3 this summer, our Early Career Pathfinder pilot program can connect you with a mentor to help you navigate this next phase: https://bit.ly/4rUSNlC

#Match2026 week is here! If you're feeling all the feelings, it's ok. It's a lot! Take a deep breath. Everything will work out. 🧡

Vaccines are still our best protection against harmful and deadly diseases. #AAFP president-elect Dr. Kishs Davis spoke with Rolling Out on what every parent and adult needs to know about vaccines and how you protect your community through vaccinations. https://bit.ly/4dc7trW

Dr. Jay Lee talks about the importance of representation in medicine, mentorship and having a community of family medicine leaders you can count on. Join us for Leadership Conference from April 22–25 in Kansas City, MO to connect, advocate and grow your leadership skills: https://bit.ly/3uv43Nf

Doomscrolling again? We know. It can be a lot. Take a minute to breathe with us.

Don’t navigate the next step alone. The AAFP’s Early Career Pathfinder pilot program will connect third-year residents with family physicians who can help you navigate career options, practice settings, work-life balance and professional growth. Apply today to join the cohort: https://bit.ly/4rUSNlC