Resources for Patients
A wide variety of resources are available at FamilyDoctor.org for those seeking scientifically accurate, physician-reviewed medical information. Familydoctor.org—an initiative of American Academy of Family Physicians and AAFP Foundation—is aimed at improving the health of individuals, families, and communities by:
- Empowering patients to make informed decisions about their health and wellness
- Educating parents, caretakers, and families to support healthy behaviors, disease prevention, and effective management of common diseases
- Providing tools to facilitate discussions between patients and family physicians
- Strengthening the relationships between patients and their family physicians
- Increasing public awareness of the importance of family medicine