Michigan's Premiere Gathering of Family Medicine
Mark your calendar for August 6-9, 2020, to join colleagues at the Detroit Marriott Troy for the Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo—network, earn CME, and have fun in the "D". Registration will open in March.
Call for Nominations
Each year, MAFP honors outstanding MAFP members who exemplify the mission, vision, and values of the Academy. Nominate your choice by March 1 for the "Archie" Award of Excellence, Michigan Family Physician of the Year, Michigan Family Medicine Educator of the Year, Michigan Family Medicine Resident of the Year, Michigan Family Medicine Volunteer Leadership Award, and NEW this year, Outstanding Medical Student in Michigan.
#FixPriorAuth
Prior authorization and step therapy delay care and treatment for Michigan patients. It's time for a change. Because health can't wait.
Click here to learn more ... share your story, ask your lawmaker to support Senate Bill 612.
Advocate for Your Specialty & Your Patients
Michigan Academy of Family Physicians and Michigan Association of Osteopathic Family Physicians are hosting the 2020 Michigan Family Medicine Advocacy Day on February 25, in downtown Lansing. This annual, free member event provides an opportunity for family physicians, family medicine residents, and medical students to talk with state legislators about legislative and policy issues impacting the specialty, as well as care access and delivery, in Michigan. REGISTER
You're Invited to Get Involved in YOUR Academy
MAFP, Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan, and Family Medicine PAC engagement and leadership opportunities await you! Whether you are a practicing family physician, family medicine resident physician, or student member of MAFP, there's a place for you. EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Advancing
Family Medicine
Michigan Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) is the state’s largest specialty physician association. With more than 4,200 members, MAFP is dedicated to assisting Family Physicians and their practices as they work to ensure high-quality, cost-effective healthcare for patients of all ages.
News & Announcements
MDHHS Chief Medical Executive Talks Department Priorities with MAFP Board
MAFP was honored to host Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Executive and Chief Deputy Director, at the January 15 Board meeting to learn about the department's priorities.
Senate Committee Hearing on Prior Authorization Reform Legislation Jan. 30
The Senate Health Policy & Human Services Committee is hosting a public hearing on prior authorization reform legislation (Senate Bill 612) on January 30. It is vital that we demonstrate a large, powerful, and prepared force on January 30. Having you in the room will make a different. Please RSVP to attend.
FMPAC Amplifies Your Voice in the Michigan Legislature
As 2019 winds down and we embark on a new year, please consider making a contribution to the Family Medicine Political Action Committee—the only PAC in Michigan that exclusively represents family medicine in the State Legislature.
MAFP Director of Communications Appointed to AAFP Commission
MAFP Director of Communications, Dana Lawrence, has been appointed to serve as a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians’ Commission on Membership and Member Services for a three-year term that began December 15, 2019.
Upcoming Events
Feb
25
2020 MI Family Medicine Advocacy Day
February 25, 2020
Lansing, MI
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May
1
Beyond Clinical & Curriculum: 2020 FM Resident Conference
May 1, 2020
Okemos, MI
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May
21
2020 Michigan Family Medicine Research Day
May 21, 2020
Howell, MI
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Aug
6
2020 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo
August 6 - 9, 2020
Troy, MI
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For MAFP Members
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