@FavFamDocRob @sjghfm @cafp_familydocs Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring the next leaders in family medicine!

We’re looking forward to joining @ruralhealth & @American_Heart at this year’s Rural Health Disparities Summit. ICYMI, @aafp EVP and CEO @rshawnm outlined 7 bold policies to reshape rural health care and grow the primary care workforce. Read more in @healthcaredive ⬇️

Respiratory illness season continues to impact communities, including young patients. @WisconsinAFP member Dr. Jonathan Temte spoke with PBS Wisconsin about encouraging vaccinations.

AAFP board member, Dr. Elisabeth Fowlie Mock, takes patients' family history of substance abuse issues into account when talking about alcohol use. Read more from her interview with @Todayshow:

Leadership makes a difference, and our physician leaders are strong innovators, influence policy and advocate for family medicine. You can lead at every stage in your career, from a student all the way through retirement. Learn more:

As family physicians, you are trusted sources of accurate information for your patients and communities, including when it comes to vaccines. AAFP board member @QuiltingDoctor shared the facts with @huffpost.

Dr. Robert Assibey had never been to National Conference of Constituency Leaders (NCCL) before attending last April. That didn’t stop him from throwing his hat into the ring for national leadership roles at NCCL. Learn more about Dr. Assibey's experience and how you can advocate at a national level:

“The removal of datasets and guidance from the CDC and NIH websites to comply with the President’s recent executive order puts the health and wellbeing of patients at risk and makes it more difficult for physicians to provide quality care. The research, data and guidance on these webpages are widely used by the more than 600,000 physicians our organizations represent. Removal hamstrings our ability to provide factual, accurate information to the millions of patients our members serve." Read the full statement with the @AmerAcadPeds, @acog, @ACPIMPhysicians, @AOAforDOs and @APA here:

Sometimes patients mistake signs of heart valve disease such as shortness of breath and fatigue as part of the aging process. Don't let them dismiss the signs; talk to your patients about their symptoms. Check out @CDCgov tips on how to start the conversation today: #KnowYourHeart

Reminder: The deadline to renew your membership is Feb. 28! 🚨 We're here to support your goals and help you improve the lives of your patients. Renew today to maintain these benefits and more.

Due to the number of vaccines children receive before turning two, some parents may want to delay or spread out these shots. AAFP board member @kishadavismd spoke with @USATODAY about why sticking to the recommended vaccination schedule is important.

Do you have questions about navigating RSV conversations with your older patients? Dr. Margot L. Savoy will be hosting an Instagram Story Takeover on March 12, answering your questions and sharing resources on discussing RSV vaccinations with patients 60 and older. Submit your questions below!

Family medicine resident and @AAFPFoundation Emerging Leader Institute Scholar @Drpauguste talks about what #BlackHistoryMonth means to her as a family physician. @OhioAFP

In uncertain times, our purpose remains clear: advocating for policies that protect patients and support family physicians. AAFP President Dr. Jen Brull shares how the AAFP is taking action and standing with you. Read more:

Choosing a family physician is an important part of a patient’s health journey. AAFP board members @QuiltingDoctor and Dr. Brent Smith spoke with @PreventionMag about what patients should consider in their search.

Facial swelling can be alarming to patients. AAFP board member @familydocwonk spoke with @SELFmagazine about the most common causes of facial swelling and treatment options.

Alcohol can affect people differently as they age. AAFP board member Dr. Brent Smith shared how family physicians can help guide older adults when it comes to drinking alcohol.

Dr. Marla Tobin was the first convener of the National Conference of Constituency Leaders (NCCL). NCCL has grown into a leadership development event for these underrepresented member constituencies: 👉 Women 👉 New physicians 👉 International medical graduates 👉 Members who are Black, Indigenous, or people of color 👉 LGBTQ+ physicians and allies Learn more about Dr. Tobin’s impact on family medicine and how you can make your own impact at NCCL:

Kathleen N. Mueller, MD, FAAFP, pays tribute to past AAFP President Neil Brooks, M.D., who died last fall, and shares how he helped and inspired her run for the Board of Directors.

There's still time for your patients to protect themselves this respiratory illness season. @PAFPandF member Dr. Theresa Metanchuk spoke with @6abc about the spike in respiratory illness in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.