Michigan Family Physician of the Year
The Michigan Family Physician of the Year award is presented to a physician who exemplifies the tradition and contributions of the family physician to the health of Michigan residents.
At the right is 2019 Michigan Family Physician of the Year, James Applegate, MD, FAAFP (Grandville). READ MORE
MAFP members and the public may submit award nominations to MAFP by March 1.
This annual award is presented at the Michigan Family Medicine Celebration & Awards Dinner, held during the Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo.
Eligibility
A nominee must be an active MAFP member in good standing. All previously nominated physicians who were not selected are eligible for reconsideration; however, this does require re-nomination.
To Submit a Nomination
- Complete a nomination form by March 1 for each nominee.
- Letters* are encouraged from patients, colleagues/hospital administrators and/or community organizations in support of the nomination.
*To submit letters in support of the nomination to MAFP, email them to info@mafp.com; fax to 517.347.1289; or mail to: MAFP, Attn: Academy Awards, 2164 Commons Parkway, Okemos, MI 48864.
Past Award Winners
2018 |
E. Chris Bush, MD, FAAFP
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2017 |
Christopher Pogliano, MD, FAAFP
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2016 |
Scott Yaekle, MD
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2015 |
Wasim Rathur, MD
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2014 |
Mary Rupp, MD
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2013 |
Zahid Sheikh, MD
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2012 |
Stefani A. Hudson, MD
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2011 |
Donald Fitch, MD
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2009 |
Mitch Karey, MD
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2008 |
James E. Hubbard, MD
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2007 |
Douglas L. Colberg, MD, FAAFP
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2006 |
Louis L. Constan, MD, FAAFP
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2005 |
Steve Pollens, MD
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2003 |
Michael L. Szymanski, MD
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2002 |
Michael S. Grossman, MD
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2001 |
Peter S. Thoms, MD, FAAFP
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2000 |
Jerry S. Walden, MD, FAAFP
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1999 |
B.J. Woodley, MD
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1998 |
Loretta M. Leja, MD
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1997 |
Samuel R. Dismond, Jr., MD, FAAFP
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1996 |
William L. Smith, MD
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1995 |
Lloyd E. Appell, MD
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1994 |
John Picone, DO
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1993 |
Ralph A. Cram, MD, FAAFP
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1992 |
Louis E. Sanford
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1991 |
Robert E. Paxton, MD, FAAFP
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1990 |
L. Edmond (Ted) Eary, Jr., MD, FAAFP
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