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1 Advancing Flu Protection: The Need to Increase Access and Impact Tuesday, August 18, 2026
2 Rural Healthcare Reimagined: The Story of 'Doc Albany' Thursday, August 13, 2026
3 Dr. Read Named Member of AAFP’s New Rural Health Advisory Committee Wednesday, August 12, 2026
4 Speak Out: Defend Vaccine Science and Public Health! Tuesday, August 11, 2026
5 Beyond the Visit: Value-Based Care with MAFP Member Charan Cheema, DO Monday, August 10, 2026
6 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Delivers Quality CME and Meaningful Connections, Save the Date for 2027 at The Grand Hotel Monday, July 27, 2026
7 Physician Leadership Opportunity: Help Strengthen Vaccine Confidence and Access Across Michigan Monday, July 27, 2026
8 Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan Begins 2026-2027 Term Monday, July 27, 2026
9 Submit Your Proposal for for 2027 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Presentations by Sept. 15 Friday, July 24, 2026
10 MAFP Announces 2026-2027 Board Leadership Thursday, July 23, 2026
11 Resolutions Supporting Streamlined Visa Processes, Private Practice Adopted During Annual Meeting Thursday, July 23, 2026
12 AAFP Member Benefit: Simplify Behavioral Health Referrals With Free Express Access Sunday, July 12, 2026
13 Legislators Pass Budget Before Summer Recess Sunday, July 12, 2026
14 Celebrating Family Medicine Excellence: 11 MAFP Members Honored as Fellows at 2026 Annual Meeting Sunday, July 12, 2026
15 Dr. Brandon Karmo Installed as 2026-2027 MAFP President Sunday, July 12, 2026
16 Dr. Childs Named Interim Program Director of Henry Ford Family Medicine Residency Program Saturday, July 11, 2026
17 2026 MAFP Awards Celebrate Family Medicine Excellence Tuesday, July 07, 2026
18 Bring Your Perspective to an AAFP Commission: Apply by Oct. 15 Tuesday, July 07, 2026
19 Share How H-1B Visa and Temporary Protected Status Changes Have Affected Your Practice Tuesday, July 07, 2026
20 AAFP Launches New Resource to Help Members Navigate Federal Student Loan Changes Wednesday, July 01, 2026
21 MAFP Promotes Strengthening Primary Care at Legislative Lunch & Learn Monday, June 29, 2026
22 MAFP Joins Advocates Across Michigan to Support Strong Vaccine Policy Monday, June 29, 2026
23 MAFP Member Posters Selected for Display at FUTURE Monday, June 29, 2026
24 Congratulations to Dr. William P. Bowman on His Retirement Monday, June 29, 2026
25 MAFP Members Advocate for Specialty During Family Medicine Summit Wednesday, June 17, 2026
26 Dr. Paul Thomas Named Notable Health Care Leader for 2026 Wednesday, May 06, 2026
27 Dr. Mustafa 'Mark' Hamed Named Notable Health Care Leader for 2026 Wednesday, May 06, 2026
28 Urge Congress to Reject the ECAPS Actto Protect Physician-Led Care Wednesday, May 06, 2026
29 Future of Family Medicine Conference Offers Networking, Hands-On Training — Register Today Wednesday, May 06, 2026
30 Apply to Serve on the AAFP Rural Health Advisory Committee Wednesday, May 06, 2026
31 Dr. Paul Thomas Says 'Insurance Isn't Enough in Michigan' in Op-Ed Wednesday, May 06, 2026
32 Dr. Brandon Karmo Wins Michigan State College of Human Medicine University Awards Wednesday, May 06, 2026
33 MAFP Members Presentations Recognized at Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Wednesday, May 06, 2026
34 Grow as a Family Medicine Leader with the Leadership and Development Program Wednesday, May 06, 2026
35 MAFP Connects with Future Healthcare Professionals at Michigan HOSA Conference Wednesday, May 06, 2026
36 MAFP Helps Shape National Policy at NCCL & ACLF Wednesday, May 06, 2026
37 AAFP Seeks Physicians Who Have Used SBA Resources for Independent Practice Growth Tuesday, May 05, 2026
38 Measles Update from Member Dr. Pamela Rockwell Monday, April 20, 2026
39 Applications Open for Angelo Patsalis Vanguard Award Tuesday, April 07, 2026
40 Dr. Chelsea Ray Receives 2025 Upper Peninsula Community Preceptor Award Tuesday, April 07, 2026
41 Want to see a Change in Your Academy — Submit a Resolution. Tuesday, April 07, 2026
42 Dr. Andrea Wendling Named to Rural Health Transformation Program Advisory Council Tuesday, April 07, 2026
43 Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Bill Heads to Governor for Signature, Assures Care for Michigan Patients, Licenses for Physicians Thursday, March 26, 2026
44 Advocacy Starts at Home: Local Opportunities to Build Relationships and Make Your Voice Heard Thursday, March 26, 2026
45 Board of Medicine Administrative Rule Change Finalized; MAFP Brings Members a Big Win on CME Wednesday, March 25, 2026
46 Dr. Delicia Pruitt Appointed Interim Executive Director of CMU Medical Education Partners Wednesday, March 25, 2026
47 AAFP Update on Recent Court Decision Affecting ACIP Tuesday, March 24, 2026
48 What Clinicians Need to Know about New WIC Special Request Form and Updated WIC Food Packages Tuesday, March 24, 2026
49 University of Michigan Seeks Partners for Cancer Genetics Study Thursday, March 19, 2026
50 Michigan Family Physicians Head to Capitol to Advocate for Patients and Physician-Led Care Thursday, March 19, 2026
51 MAFP Challenges BCBSM’s Modifier 25 Reimbursement Reduction, Seeks Member Examples of Impact Thursday, March 12, 2026
52 MAFP Members Gather at 2026 Residency Leadership Summit Tuesday, March 10, 2026
53 Dr. Kathleen Rollinger Appointed to Michigan Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery Tuesday, March 10, 2026
54 Dr. Kristi VanDerKolk Completes Leadership Fellowship Tuesday, March 10, 2026
55 Dr. Ordoñez, Shahbain Named Family Medicine Leads Scholars Tuesday, March 10, 2026
56 Almost Half of Graduating Medical Students to Stay in Michigan Tuesday, March 10, 2026
57 Resident Spotlight: Ehita Nkem Oboh, PGY-1 Wednesday, January 28, 2026
58 Dr. James Shetlar, MAFP Past President, Passes Away Tuesday, January 27, 2026
59 Dr. Marshall Honored with Michigan Tribute Thursday, January 22, 2026
60 Apply to Serve as a SEMAFP Board Member Thursday, January 22, 2026
61 Governor Whitmer Releases FY 27 Executive Budget Recommendation Thursday, January 22, 2026
62 MDHHS Issues Statement about Federal Changes to Childhood Vaccine Schedule Wednesday, January 14, 2026
63 MDHHS Seeks Rural Health Transformation Advisory Council Members; MAFP Encourages Members to Apply Wednesday, January 14, 2026
64 Dr. Azharuddin Reappointed to Obesity Medicine Committee Tuesday, January 13, 2026
65 Dr. Hamed Reappointed to Michigan Board of Medicine Tuesday, January 13, 2026
66 Dr. Shervonne Superville Joins PCC Community Wellness Center as Perinatal Health Fellow Thursday, December 18, 2025
67 Training Program Enhances Communication and Highlights Leadership Pathways for Family Physicians Thursday, December 18, 2025
68 Resident Spotlight: Dr. Maan Faraj Builds Leadership Through MAFP Thursday, December 18, 2025
69 Medical Students Explore Musculoskeletal Care Through Hands-On FMIG Event Thursday, December 18, 2025
70 Legislative Update: MAFP Continues to Push Back on Bills Impacting Physician-Led Care as Legislature Recesses Wednesday, December 17, 2025
71 New IRS Notice Allows HSA Funds to Be Used for Direct Primary Care Monday, December 15, 2025
72 MAFP Members Deepen Expertise in Death Certificates Friday, December 12, 2025
73 Oral Corticosteroid Use in Asthma: Recognizing the Risks and Reducing Overuse Thursday, December 11, 2025
74 Dr. Delicia Pruitt Selected as Chair of AAFP Subcommittee on Public Health Issues Monday, November 17, 2025
75 Upcoming Coffee Hours Offer a Chance to Advocate for Physician-Led Care Monday, November 17, 2025
76 Connect Patients with Food and Housing Resources with AAFP's Neighborhood Navigator Monday, November 17, 2025
77 MDHHS Adopts Updated Vaccine Recommendations for Michigan Monday, November 17, 2025
78 Advance Your Practice in 2026 with KSA's Covering Women’s Health, Geriatrics, Pediatrics and Asthma Monday, November 17, 2025
79 Dr. Eisinger and Dr. Piper Join Gov. Whitmer for FY26 Budget Signing Monday, November 17, 2025
80 MC3 Offers Free Youth Suicide Prevention Quality Improvement Project Wednesday, November 12, 2025
81 Strengthen Your Advocacy by Meeting with Legislators During Coffee Hours Wednesday, November 12, 2025
82 Share Your Story with MAFP: How Did You Get into Private Practice? Wednesday, November 12, 2025
83 Calling Family Physicians: Volunteer as a Judge at the Michigan HOSA State Leadership Conference or Regionals Tuesday, November 04, 2025
84 Drs. Edje, Hussey and Klamo to Lead Panel on Primary Care Shortage Tuesday, November 04, 2025
85 House Policy Committee Passes HB 4399 — Continued Advocacy Needed Tuesday, November 04, 2025
86 Simplify Your Behavioral Health Referrals with Free AAFP Member Benefit Tuesday, October 28, 2025
87 Ali Reappointed to Serve as AAFP FMIG Network Regional International Coordinator Tuesday, October 28, 2025
88 Dr. Julie Ngo Appointed to AAFP Commission on Continuing Professional Development Tuesday, October 28, 2025
89 Wayne State FMIG Showcases Family Medicine Opportunities at Falloween Event Tuesday, October 28, 2025
90 Reversing the Tide: How Becoming Independent Combats Physician Burnout (Sponsored Content) Wednesday, October 22, 2025
91 MAFP Members Represent Michigan at Congress of Delegates Wednesday, October 22, 2025
92 Share Your Opposition Today: House Committee to Vote on NP Independent Practice Wednesday, October 22, 2025
93 FMFM Summer Externs Discover Lifelong Lessons in Patient Care Tuesday, October 07, 2025
94 AAFP Speak Out: Support H-1B Physicians Tuesday, September 30, 2025
95 State’s Chief Medical Executive Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian Makes Standing Recommendation on COVID-19 Vaccines 2 Thursday, September 25, 2025
96 Help Build Michigan’s Perinatal & Infant Mental Health Provider Directory Thursday, September 25, 2025
97 Michigan Lawmakers Consider Extra Session Days as Budget Deadline Looms Thursday, September 25, 2025
98 Save the Date: Family Medicine Week is Sept. 29-Oct.4 Thursday, September 18, 2025
99 MAFP Hosts Media Roundtable on Importance of Child Vaccination Thursday, September 11, 2025
100 Help Direct Federal Rural Health Funding – Survey Closes Sept. 22 Thursday, September 11, 2025
101 AAFP Calls on President to Reconsider Secretary Kennedy’s Ability to Serve Thursday, September 11, 2025
102 MAFP Seeks Leaders to Serve on FMPAC Wednesday, September 10, 2025
103 2025 Michigan Future of Family Medicine Conference Draws Record Attendance Wednesday, September 03, 2025
104 Future of Family Medicine Conference Poised for Record Engagement Monday, September 01, 2025
105 Deadline Extended: Complete Your AAFP Career Benchmark Survey by Dec. 15 Saturday, August 30, 2025
106 State Budget Negotiations Begin: Contact Your Lawmakers Today Monday, August 25, 2025
107 Dr. Nikhil Hemady Recognized as Health Care Hero Friday, August 01, 2025
108 Dr. David Walsworth Supports Medicaid at State Capitol Tuesday, July 01, 2025
109 2025 MAFP Awards Celebrate Family Medicine Excellence Tuesday, July 01, 2025
110 MAFP Advocates to Maintain COVID-19 Vaccine Coverage for Pregnant Individuals Tuesday, July 01, 2025
111 Support the Future of Medicine — Apply for an AAFP Leadership Position Tuesday, July 01, 2025
112 Dr. Bashar Yalldo Installed as 2025-2026 MAFP President Tuesday, July 01, 2025
113 MAFP Membership Adopts Resolutions Addressing LGBTQIA+ Patients, Value-Based Payment Transparency, Primary Care and Immunization Practices Tuesday, July 01, 2025
114 Celebrating Excellence: 11 MAFP Members Honored as Fellows at 2025 Annual Meeting Tuesday, July 01, 2025
115 Deadline Extended: Call for 2026 Conference Presentation Proposals, Now Due Sept. 28 Tuesday, July 01, 2025
116 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Delivered Quality CME and Networking, Save the Date to Attend 2026 Conference at The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island Tuesday, July 01, 2025
117 Michigan Academy of Family Physicians Announces New Board Leadership Tuesday, July 01, 2025
118 Apply to Join Michigan’s Medicaid Advisory Committee Tuesday, July 01, 2025
119 Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan Begins 2025-2026 Term Tuesday, July 01, 2025
120 Save the Date: Family Medicine Week is Sept.29-Oct.4 Tuesday, July 01, 2025
121 The Entrepreneurial Physician: Charting a Course to Independent Practice Success (Sponsored Content) Tuesday, July 01, 2025
122 The 2025 Michigan Future of Family Medicine Conference Draws Record Attendance2 Tuesday, July 01, 2025
123 Dr. Suzanne Clarke Appointed Program Director at Marquette Family Medicine Residency Tuesday, July 01, 2025
124 MAFP Calls on HHS to Restore Vaccine Panel, Urges Members to Speak Out to Congress Tuesday, June 17, 2025
125 Protect Physician-Led Care: Take Action and Oppose HB 4399 and SB 268 Tuesday, June 17, 2025
126 MAFP Student Members Receive 2025 Family Medicine Leads Scholarship for FUTURE Tuesday, June 17, 2025
127 Oakland University FMIG Honored with National AAFP Program of Excellence Award Tuesday, June 17, 2025
128 Dr. Adam Shammami Named 2025 Recipient of AAFP Joyce Jeardeau Memorial Award Tuesday, June 17, 2025
129 Speak Out: Tell State and Federal Lawmakers to Protect Medicaid Thursday, June 05, 2025
130 CME Credit Update: MAFP Advocates for Rule Clarity  in Testimony Wednesday, June 04, 2025
131 Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Recognizes Excellence in Research Wednesday, June 04, 2025
132 Continued Advocacy Needed on NP Independent Practice; Five Ways to Oppose HB 4399 and SB 268 Thursday, May 22, 2025
133 AAFP Responds to House Budget Reconciliation Package Thursday, May 22, 2025
134 Fall Student Conference Connects Students, Physicians, Residents: Registration Opens June 2 Wednesday, May 21, 2025
135 Legislature Signals Quick Action on NP Independent Practice; Five Ways to Oppose HB 4399 and SB 268 Thursday, May 08, 2025
136 Nearly Half of Graduating Student Members to Stay in Michigan Wednesday, May 07, 2025
137 Dr. Louito C. Edje Recognized with ELUM Compass Award Wednesday, May 07, 2025
138 Dr. Rachel M. Klamo Joins Health Officials to Promote Immunization as Measles, Pertussis Cases Rise Wednesday, May 07, 2025
139 Michigan Delegation Represents Member Constituencies at National Leadership Conference Wednesday, May 07, 2025
140 Public Comment Needed on CME Acceptance by May 16 Wednesday, April 23, 2025
141 MAFP Joins Protect MI Care Coalition Wednesday, April 23, 2025
142 Michigan Gun Violence Prevention Task Force Releases Recommendations Wednesday, April 23, 2025
143 Dr. Tanner Nominated for AAFP Board Tuesday, April 08, 2025
144 MAFP Members Connect at Michigan Networking Dinner Tuesday, April 08, 2025
145 Match Day 2025 Sees Record Number of Positions Offered Tuesday, March 25, 2025
146 Dr. Harris Speaks Out Against Medicaid Cuts at Michigan Capitol Tuesday, March 25, 2025
147 Honoring Our Physicians: Michigan Senate Proclaims March 30 as Doctors Day Tuesday, March 25, 2025
148 Dr. Oshman to Speak at Free Obesity Workshop Friday, March 21, 2025
149 MAFP Advocates for Medicaid, Opposes Cuts at State and Federal Levels Wednesday, March 12, 2025
150 MAFP Members Support Future Family Physicians at Wayne Trained Event Monday, March 10, 2025
151 MDHHS Bulletin: Upcoming Supervising Provider Claim Voids Tuesday, March 04, 2025
152 Dr. Klamo’s Vaccine Advocacy Featured in 70 Broadcasts Across Michigan Tuesday, March 04, 2025
153 Abstracts Wanted for Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Monday, February 24, 2025
154 Key Health Resources for Family Physicians: CDC and NIH Clinical Guidance and Practice Resources Thursday, February 13, 2025
155 Governor Recommends Funding for Mental Health, Opioid Response, and Medicaid Expansion Thursday, February 13, 2025
156 Michigan Family Physicians Serve in AAFP Leadership Roles Wednesday, January 29, 2025
157 Scholarships Available for Family Medicine Advocacy Summit, Applications Due Feb. 14, Feb. 28 Monday, January 27, 2025
158 Dr. Klamo Highlights Prevention Strategies Amid Rising Respiratory Illnesses in Media Outreach Tuesday, January 14, 2025
159 Legislature Kicks Off 103rd Session with Focus on Minimum Wage, Sick Leave Tuesday, January 14, 2025
160 Medical Malpractice, Scope Expansion and Tobacco Reform Take Center Stage in Lame Duck Session Thursday, December 19, 2024
161 Drs. Klamo, Pruitt Support Vaccination Awareness Through Media Outreach Campaigns Tuesday, December 17, 2024
162 Dr. Azharuddin Appointed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee Tuesday, December 17, 2024
163 Gov. Whitmer Proclaims December 2024 as Osteopathic Medicine Month to Celebrate 150-Year Legacy Tuesday, December 17, 2024
164 Dangerous Medical Malpractice Changes Advance in Michigan House Over Physician Objections Thursday, December 05, 2024
165 Khizran Ali appointed as an AAFP FMIG Network Regional International Coordinator Wednesday, December 04, 2024
166 Support a Strong Family Physician Workforce, Fair Payment, and Reduced Administrative Burden with AAFP Speak Out Thursday, November 21, 2024
167 GIVING TUESDAY 2024: Help Support Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students Tuesday, November 19, 2024
168 Drs. Nagappala, Wilk Serve as Volunteer Judges at HOSA Tuesday, November 19, 2024
169 Dr. Saleh Appointed to AAFP Commission on Continuing Professional Development Tuesday, November 19, 2024
170 Michigan Election Recap: House Flips to GOP, Senate Undecided Thursday, November 07, 2024
171 CMS Releases its 2025 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program Rule Tuesday, November 05, 2024
172 MAFP Dedicated to Educating New Legislators About Family Medicine Thursday, October 24, 2024
173 Dr. Ruth Mays Supports ‘Handlebars for the Homeless’ Wednesday, October 23, 2024
174 Calling Family Physicians: Volunteer as a Judge for the Family Physician Competition at the Michigan HOSA Conference Monday, October 21, 2024
175 Drs. DeYoung, Abbott Support Upper Peninsula Area Health Education Center Monday, October 21, 2024
176 Michigan Legislature Advances Mental Health and School Safety Bills, Reviews IUD Insurance Coverage Wednesday, October 09, 2024
177 Medical Students Gain Lifelong Lessons in Family Medicine Through FMFM Externship Program Wednesday, October 09, 2024
178 Jasmine Kaur, MD Honored with 2024 AAFP Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education Wednesday, October 09, 2024
179 Family Physicians See Mixed Message in Proposed Medicare Fee-Schedule Monday, September 23, 2024
180 Wayne State University School of Medicine FMIG Wins Membership Award Tuesday, September 10, 2024
181 Seize the Season: Advocate for Family Medicine During Fall Events and Elections Tuesday, August 27, 2024
182 CHFM Annual Essay Contest Invites Medical Students and Residents to Explore the History of Family Medicine Tuesday, August 27, 2024
183 MAFP Urges Parents to Prioritize Routine Childhood Vaccinations at Media Roundtable Wednesday, August 14, 2024
184 Strategies to Promote Vaccination and Build Patient Trust During National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) Wednesday, August 14, 2024
185 Drs. Ali Rida, Paul Thomas Featured in Detroit News For Direct Primary Care Clinics Monday, July 29, 2024
186 Celebrating Excellence: Ten AAFP Members Honored as Fellows at 2024 Annual Meeting Wednesday, July 17, 2024
187 Call for 2025 Conference Presentation Proposals, Due Sept. 16 Wednesday, July 17, 2024
188 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Delivered Quality CME and Networking, Save the Date to Attend 2024 Conference at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island Wednesday, July 17, 2024
189 MAFP Welcomes New Board of Directors for 2024-2025 Tuesday, July 16, 2024
190 Dr. Rachel Klamo Installed as 2024-2025 MAFP President Tuesday, July 16, 2024
191 MAFP Membership Adopts Resolutions Addressing Medical Aid in Dying, Sexual Abuse in Indigenous Communities, Medical Claims Processing Tuesday, July 16, 2024
192 Michigan Legislature Approves $82.5 Billion Budget for FY 2025, Including MiDOCs Enhancement and Health Services Funds Monday, July 01, 2024
193 Dr. Mustafa 'Mark' Hamed appointed to American College of Surgeons - Rural Advisory Council to the Committee on Trauma Monday, July 01, 2024
194 Bill Tracking Update (July 3, 2024) Monday, July 01, 2024
195 Bill Tracking Update (June 20, 2024) Tuesday, June 18, 2024
196 MAFP Member Moriah Maunu, M3, Selected as 2024 FM Leads Emerging Leader Institute Scholar Monday, June 17, 2024
197 MAFP Student Members Receive 2024 Family Medicine Leads Scholarship for AAFP National Conference Monday, June 17, 2024
198 MAFP Members Selected to Present at AAFP National Conference Monday, June 17, 2024
199 Make Your Voice Heard; Attend the MAFP Annual Meeting on July 15 Monday, June 17, 2024
200 Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Mandating Equal Reimbursement for Telemedicine and In-Person Visits Friday, June 07, 2024
201 Bill Tracking Update (June 6, 2024) Wednesday, June 05, 2024
202 Your Voice Matters: Advocating for Family Medicine in Election 2024 Wednesday, June 05, 2024
203 Attend Obstructive Sleep Apnea Series Before Joining Live Session at 2024 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Tuesday, June 04, 2024
204 Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Recognizes Excellence, MAFP Members Win Awards Monday, June 03, 2024
205 Dr. Beth Jones Recognized for Providing CPR at Children's Event Thursday, May 23, 2024
206 BCBS and BCN to Reimburse E/M when Billed with Preventive Service Thursday, May 23, 2024
207 Family Medicine Advocates to Congress: Support Primary and Virtual Care Affordability, REDI Act, Medicare Part B Coverage for ACIP-Approved Vaccines Tuesday, May 21, 2024
208 Nationally Renowned Family Physicians Headline 2024 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Tuesday, May 21, 2024
209 Physician Leaders Headline 2025 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Tuesday, May 21, 2024
210 Fall Student Conference Connects Students, Physicians, Residents: Registration Opens June 3 Tuesday, May 21, 2024
211 LARA Seeks Input on Licensing Challenges by May 24 Tuesday, May 21, 2024
212 Michigan Sees Uptick in Mpox Cases Across State Tuesday, May 07, 2024
213 LARA Seeks Physicians Interested in Becoming Expert Witnesses to Review Standard of Care Investigation Cases Tuesday, May 07, 2024
214 Congrats 2024 Graduates, More than 60% to Stay In-State for Residency! Tuesday, May 07, 2024
215 Michigan’s FY 2025 Budget: Balancing Priorities in Healthcare Tuesday, May 07, 2024
216 Bill Tracking Update (May 9, 2024) Tuesday, May 07, 2024
217 2024 National Conference Student & Resident Delegates Announced Tuesday, May 07, 2024
218 Introducing the 2024 Student Externs! Tuesday, May 07, 2024
219 Unlocking the Power of Member Interest Groups Tuesday, May 07, 2024
220 On-Demand CME Webinars Available Tuesday, May 07, 2024
221 2025 National Conference Student & Resident Delegates Announced Tuesday, May 07, 2024
222 Introducing the 2025 Student Externs Tuesday, May 07, 2024
223 2026 Michigan Delegates for National Student and Resident Congresses Announced Tuesday, May 07, 2024
224 Drs. Alderink, Maslach Complete Physician Well-Being Certificate Program Thursday, April 25, 2024
225 Tina Tanner, MD, FAAFP Nominated for AAFP Board of Directors Wednesday, April 24, 2024
226 FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes Wednesday, April 24, 2024
227 National Leadership Conference Gives Voice to Underrepresented Member Groups Wednesday, April 24, 2024
228 MUSIC Initiative Seeks Primary Care Collaboration to Enhance Urological Care Wednesday, April 24, 2024
229 Want to see a Change in Your Academy? Submit a Resolution. Wednesday, April 24, 2024
230 MAFP Bill Tracking Update (April 25, 2024) Wednesday, April 24, 2024
231 MAFP Practice Management Committee members meet with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Thursday, April 11, 2024
232 MAFP and AAFP Seek Insurer Response on Change Healthcare Service Disruption Wednesday, April 10, 2024
233 MAFP Hosts Residency Program Director Meet and Greet with AAFP Leader Wednesday, April 10, 2024
234 MAFP Comments on Bill Affecting Licensing for International Medical Graduates Wednesday, April 10, 2024
235 Dr. Nirali Bora Shares Latest Measles Information Wednesday, April 10, 2024
236 ACOFP Selects Dr. Kathleen Rollinger as 2024 National Family Physician of the Year Wednesday, April 10, 2024
237 Dr. Rachel Klamo receives AMG Excellence in Medicine Award Wednesday, April 10, 2024
238 MAFP Bill Tracking Update (March 28, 2024) Tuesday, March 26, 2024
239 Dr. Cecil Brown Receives Resident Teaching Award Tuesday, March 26, 2024
240 Members Meet at Capitol for Advocacy Day 2024, MAFP Leadership Testifies on SB 279 Tuesday, March 26, 2024
241 Family Medicine Week Raises Awareness of the Need for More Investments in Primary Care Tuesday, March 26, 2024
242 Call to Action related to Senate Bill 279 Thursday, March 14, 2024
243 New Health Policy Issue Briefs available from AAFP’s EveryONE Project Thursday, March 14, 2024
244 MAFP Bill Tracking Update (March 14, 2024) Thursday, March 14, 2024
245 MAFP Calls on Insurers to Provide Payment for G2211 Complexity Add-on Code Thursday, March 14, 2024
246 Best wishes on Match Day Thursday, March 14, 2024
247 MAFP Announces 2024 NCCL Delegates Thursday, February 29, 2024
248 MAFP Announces 2025 NCCL Delegates Thursday, February 29, 2024
249 MAFP Announces 2026 NCCL Delegates Thursday, February 29, 2024
250 Michigan State Loan Repayment Program Supports Primary Care Providers — Applications Close April 30 Thursday, February 29, 2024
251 MAFP Joins Effort to Challenge BCBSM’s Modifier 25 Reimbursement Reduction Thursday, February 29, 2024
252 Urge Lawmakers to Pass Legislation to Maintain Michigan’s Participation in the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact Thursday, February 29, 2024
253 MAFP Bill Tracking Update (Feb. 29, 2024) Thursday, February 29, 2024
254 MAFP Bill Tracking Update (Feb. 15, 2024) Thursday, February 15, 2024
255 MAFP Hosts Family Medicine Chairs Meet and Greet with AAFP President Wednesday, February 14, 2024
256 Dr. Jinping Xu Publishes Article in American Cancer Society Wednesday, February 14, 2024
257 Michigan Firearm Safety Laws Take Effect Wednesday, February 14, 2024
258 Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Abstracts Due March 11 Thursday, February 01, 2024
259 Michigan Ranks 44th in Nation for Preventable Hospitalizations Thursday, February 01, 2024
260 AAFP Urges Physicians to Act Amid Rising RSV Rates Thursday, February 01, 2024
261 AAFP Announces Nominating Committee; Application Open for Board Candidates Thursday, January 18, 2024
262 MAFP President Appointed to AAFP Commission on Federal and State Policy Wednesday, December 20, 2023
263 MDHHS Firearm Safety Resources Wednesday, December 20, 2023
264 Healthy Michigan Plan Changes Coming in 2024 Wednesday, December 20, 2023
265 Help LARA Streamline Licensure Efforts: Your Input Needed! Wednesday, December 20, 2023
266 GIVING TUESDAY: Help Support Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students Wednesday, November 22, 2023
267 Apply for Family Medicine Discovers RapSDI Wednesday, November 22, 2023
268 Legislature Adjourns, Shifting Advocacy to Local Outreach Wednesday, November 22, 2023
269 Thank You for Completing AAFP’s Career Benchmark Dashboard Survey Tuesday, November 21, 2023
270 2024 Medicare Fee Schedule Updates: Reduction in Conversion Factor, Introduction to G2211 Add-On Code Thursday, November 09, 2023
271 Legislative Update: Legislature Wraps, MAFP Prevails Halting Scope of Practice Expansion Thursday, November 09, 2023
272 Legislative Update: Uncertainty Surrounds Legislative Adjournment, Potential Special Session Looms Thursday, October 26, 2023
273 MAFP Roundtable Draws Media Coverage on Flu Season Worries Wednesday, October 25, 2023
274 Dr. Mustafa (Mark) Hamed Wins Alumni Award Thursday, October 12, 2023
275 Help Lead the Future of Medicine – Apply for an AAFP Commission Thursday, October 12, 2023
276 MAFP President Applauds Bipartisan Bill for Expanding Senior Mental Health Care Access Thursday, October 12, 2023
277 Legislative Update: Proposed Legislation Seeks to Expand Physician Assistants' Roles in Healthcare Thursday, October 12, 2023
278 Explore New Grassroots Resources on the MAFP Website and Engage with Local Legislators Thursday, October 12, 2023
279 Nominations for National Leadership Positions due Oct. 15 Wednesday, September 27, 2023
280 Welcome Medical School Class of 2027 Wednesday, September 27, 2023
281 Fall Magazine Published Wednesday, September 27, 2023
282 MAFP Seeks Delegates for National Conference of Constituency Leaders Wednesday, September 27, 2023
283 MAFP Seeks Delegates for 2025 National Conference of Constituency Leaders Wednesday, September 27, 2023
284 Connecting Students with Family Medicine Wednesday, September 27, 2023
285 Legislative Update: Lead Testing, Firearm Restrictions, Reproductive Health Wednesday, September 27, 2023
286 AAFP Compensation Survey Dashboard Wednesday, September 27, 2023
287 September 2023 Member of the Month Thursday, September 14, 2023
288 WSU FMIG Wins Membership Award Thursday, September 14, 2023
289 MSUCHM Students Receive Goldsmith MD Scholarships Thursday, September 14, 2023
290 Register for KSA Pain Medicine on December 2, 2023 Thursday, September 14, 2023
291 Legislature Returns with a Full Calendar of Activity Thursday, September 14, 2023
292 AAFP Compensation Comparison Tool Survey Thursday, September 14, 2023
293 2023 Family Medicine Cares Resident Service Award Thursday, August 31, 2023
294 Nominations Sought for 2024 Outstanding Program Director Thursday, August 31, 2023
295 Governor Whitmer Delivers Fall Policy Address Thursday, August 31, 2023
296 MAFP President Leads with Vision for Access to Care for All Wednesday, August 16, 2023
297 2023-2024 MAFP Board of Directors Installed for Service Wednesday, August 16, 2023
298 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Delivered Quality CME and Networking Wednesday, August 16, 2023
299 MAFP Membership Advances Resolutions on Payment, Value-based Care, Medical Claims, and More Wednesday, August 16, 2023
300 AAFP Fellows Champion Family Medicine Wednesday, August 16, 2023
301 Gov. Whitmer Outlining Fall 2023 Priorities in Special Address on Aug. 30 Wednesday, August 16, 2023
302 MSU College of Human Medicine Alum, Julie Ngo, Wins Outstanding Medical Student in Michigan Award Tuesday, August 15, 2023
303 Michigan Family Medicine Resident of the Year, Dr. Mikita Arora, Recognized for Commitment to Patient Care, Scholarship, Medicine, Community Tuesday, August 15, 2023
304 Dr. Juana Nicoll Capizzano Recognized with Michigan Family Medicine Educator of the Year Award Tuesday, August 15, 2023
305 MAFP Awards Dr. Raymond Rion with Michigan Family Physician of the Year Award Tuesday, August 15, 2023
306 Two-year Strategic Plan and New Mission, Vision Guiding MAFP's Work Monday, August 14, 2023
307 MAFP Resident & Student Ambassadors Champion the Academy and Specialty Thursday, August 03, 2023
308 Hands-on Externship Strengthens Medical Student’s Commitment to Family Medicine Thursday, August 03, 2023
309 Michigan Resident and Student Delegates Pass Resolutions Addressing Administrative Burden, Reproductive Healthcare Education, and Physician-led Team-based Care Thursday, August 03, 2023
310 Michigan Resident and Student Delegates Pass Resolution Supporting Rural Training for IMG Thursday, August 03, 2023
311 Inspiring the Next Generation of Family Physicians: Future of Family Medicine Conference & Residency Connection Fair Thursday, August 03, 2023
312 MAFP Program Strengthens Skills for Family Medicine Leaders Thursday, August 03, 2023
313 MAFP Members Support Primary Care During Advocacy Day 2025 Thursday, August 03, 2023
314 Members Connect, Lead, and Celebrate at the AAFP FUTURE Conference Thursday, August 03, 2023
315 Michigan’s Family Physicians Applaud 2024 State Budget Investments in Increasing Access to Healthcare, Recruiting and Retaining Primary Care Physicians Tuesday, August 01, 2023
316 Michigan Medicaid Beneficiaries Continue to Have An Extra Month to Submit Eligibility Renewal Paperwork Wednesday, July 26, 2023
317 Proposed 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Raises Call for Congress to Take Action to Support Primary Care Thursday, July 20, 2023
318 Residents & Students Convening at AAFP National Conference July 27-29 Thursday, July 20, 2023
319 Dr. Bashar Yalldo Leading Annual Meeting as MAFP Speaker Thursday, July 20, 2023
320 Summer Provides Opportunities to Connect with Your State Legislators Thursday, July 20, 2023
321 Applications Open for AAFP and Other National Leadership Positions Thursday, July 20, 2023
322 Make Your Voice Heard; Attend the MAFP Annual Meeting on Aug. 14 Thursday, July 20, 2023
323 Call for Presentation Proposals: 2024 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Thursday, July 20, 2023
324 On-demand CME Webinars Expire Aug. 31 Thursday, July 20, 2023
325 Dr. Aisha Harris Presenting at AAFP’s National Conference Thursday, July 06, 2023
326 Updated Michigan Physician Orders for Scope for Treatment Form Thursday, July 06, 2023
327 New Implicit Bias On-demand CME Just $25 Thursday, July 06, 2023
328 MDHHS Pauses Medicaid Disenrollments through July Thursday, July 06, 2023
329 DEA Training Requirement Now in Effect; Free CME for Members Thursday, July 06, 2023
330 Federal Broadband Funding an Academy Advocacy Win Thursday, July 06, 2023
331 MAFP Annual Meeting Notice Coming to Members—Watch Your Inbox on July 14 Thursday, July 06, 2023
332 ACGME Approves Academy Request for Increased Protected Nonclinical Time for Core Family Medicine Faculty Thursday, July 06, 2023
333 State Budget Invests in MAFP Priorities Aimed at Increasing Access to Care, Recruiting and Retaining Primary Care Physicians Friday, June 30, 2023
334 MAFP Advocacy Focused on Access to Primary Care Investments, Protecting Physician-led Team-based Care, Preserving Physician-Patient Relationships Thursday, June 22, 2023
335 U-M Medical Student Earns Spot in AAFP’s New Health Equity Internship Program Thursday, June 22, 2023
336 Dr. Kristi VanDerKolk Delivers Keynote at Michigan’s WIC Conference Thursday, June 22, 2023
337 Seeking Members for Family Medicine Speakers Bureau Thursday, June 22, 2023
338 Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Scholarship Winners Thursday, June 22, 2023
339 Prepare for the National Motor Carrier Safety Administration Certification Exam Thursday, June 22, 2023
340 New Features Added to Conference Agenda; Grand Traverse Resort Discount Ends July 12 Wednesday, June 21, 2023
341 National Conference Poster Display Features Work of Student, Resident Members Wednesday, June 21, 2023
342 Family Medicine Foundation of Michigan Awards FMIG Funding to Advance Family Medicine Wednesday, June 21, 2023
343 Earn Free CME by Reading, Writing Michigan Family Physician Articles Wednesday, June 21, 2023
344 AAFP CEO Testifies Before Congress Wednesday, June 21, 2023
345 82% of Michigan’s Family Medicine Residency Programs Achieve 100% Academy Membership Wednesday, June 21, 2023
346 State Budget, Preceptor Tax Incentive, Protecting ACA Preventive Care Provisions, Proposed Lead Testing Mandate at Center of MAFP’s Advocacy Work Thursday, June 08, 2023
347 New ABFM Performance Improvement Activity Launching July 1 Wednesday, June 07, 2023
348 MIDOCs Reaches Milestone of 100 Participating Physicians Wednesday, June 07, 2023
349 Michigan Family Medicine Research Day Recognizes Exemplary Projects Wednesday, June 07, 2023
350 MAFP Comments on HIPAA Privacy Rule to Support Reproductive Healthcare Privacy Wednesday, June 07, 2023
351 MAFP Clothing Store Open Wednesday, June 07, 2023
352 Family Medicine Leads Scholars and Scholarship Winners Announced Wednesday, June 07, 2023
353 Sept. 16 Family Medicine Student Conference Registration is Open; Call for Residency Program Exhibitors & Volunteers Wednesday, June 07, 2023
354 MAFP Creates New Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Wednesday, June 07, 2023
355 Dr. Shirin Doshi Inducted into Sparrow Physician Hall of Fame Thursday, May 25, 2023
356 Nationally Renowned Family Physicians Headline Michigan Family Medicine Conference & Expo Thursday, May 25, 2023
357 Earn 20 Free Performance Improvement & CME Credits Thursday, May 25, 2023
358 Michigan Delegates Ignite Change for IMGs, Mental Healthcare, Protecting Family Physicians from Aggression Thursday, May 25, 2023
359 Insurers Must Still Cover Preventive Care … for Now Thursday, May 25, 2023
360 Introducing High School Students to Family Medicine Thursday, May 25, 2023
361 Fall Student Conference Registration Opens June 1 Thursday, May 25, 2023
362 Family Physicians to Congress: Prior Authorization Reform, Medicare Payment Increases, Primary Care Workforce Investments Needed to Preserve Access to Care Thursday, May 25, 2023
363 Gov. Whitmer, Legislature Take Action on Gun Safety and Lead Testing Legislation Thursday, May 25, 2023
364 Family Physicians Press for Investments in Primary Care Workforce Initiatives as State Budget Negotiations Continue Friday, May 19, 2023
365 State Budget, Pharmacist Scope Bill, and Sexual Assault Reform Package Move in Legislature Thursday, May 11, 2023
366 MAFP’s 2023 National Conference Student & Resident Delegates Announced Thursday, May 11, 2023
367 Medical Students Selected to ‘Try On’ Family Medicine During Month-long Externship Thursday, May 11, 2023
368 FPs Elected to MSMS Board of Directors Wednesday, May 10, 2023
369 Statewide Family Medicine Conference Features CME, Networking Wednesday, May 10, 2023
370 The End of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency is Here; What FPs Need to Know Wednesday, May 10, 2023
371 More than 40% of Michigan’s 2023 Medical School Graduates Choose Primary Care Specialties Wednesday, May 10, 2023
372 MAFP Announces 2023 ‘Academy’ Award Honorees Tuesday, May 09, 2023
373 Want to See a Change in Your Academy? Serve on a Committee, Submit a Resolution Proposal Thursday, April 27, 2023
374 Michigan’s New Prior Authorization Reforms Take Effect June 1; National Efforts Underway Thursday, April 27, 2023
375 Michigan Delegation Gearing Up to Represent Member Constituencies at AAFP’s National Leadership Development Conference Thursday, April 27, 2023
376 MAFP Introduces Legislation to Protect Patients by Preserving Physician-led Care Teams in Michigan Thursday, April 27, 2023
377 MAFP's Foundation Helps You Meet State of Michigan CME Requirements Thursday, April 27, 2023
378 Family Medicine’s Dr. Diane Harper Elected to the Association of American Physicians Thursday, April 27, 2023
379 Call for Scholarship Donations to Increase Exposure to Family Medicine Thursday, April 27, 2023
380 State Investments in Healthcare Initiatives Take Shape in Budget Negotiations Thursday, April 27, 2023
381 Academy Backs Ending Non-compete Agreements, Urges More Action Thursday, April 27, 2023
382 Nurse Practitioners Scope Bill Introduced in Michigan Legislature Thursday, April 20, 2023
383 Knowledge Self-Assessments: A Great Value Thursday, April 13, 2023
384 Member News: April 13, 2023 Thursday, April 13, 2023
385 Medication Abortion Remains Legal in Michigan Amidst Federal Debate Thursday, April 13, 2023
386 New DEA Training Requirement Takes Effect June 27 Thursday, April 13, 2023
387 Protecting Preventive Care Following ACA Court Decision Thursday, April 13, 2023
388 Modernizing Medicare and Medicaid Physician Payments is Necessary to Preserve Access to Care Thursday, April 13, 2023
389 1-Year Prior Authorization Reform Anniversary Highlights Power of Advocacy Friday, April 07, 2023
390 Historical Match Day 2023 Overshadowed by Worsening PCP Shortage Thursday, March 30, 2023
391 Family Medicine Week Raises Awareness of the Need for More Investments in Primary Care Thursday, March 30, 2023
392 Record-setting Advocacy Day Spotlights Family Medicine and Patient-care Issues Thursday, March 30, 2023
393 LARA Relaxes Implicit Bias CME Requirements Thursday, March 30, 2023
394 PCP Shortage Worsening Monday, March 20, 2023
395 Legislature Moves Abortion Care, Gun Safety Bills Thursday, March 16, 2023
396 Preparing for PHE Unwinding Wednesday, March 01, 2023
397 MAFP President Responds to MSU Shooting Tuesday, February 14, 2023
398 Gov. Whitmer's Budget Proposal Invests in Public Health Monday, February 13, 2023