--- title: AAFP | Be Their First description: Be Their First provides helpful resources and information from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) to medical students interested in pursuing a career in family medicine. --- [![AAFP\_LogoMark\_2c\_220pxWide](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/AAFP_Logos-and-favicon/AAFP%20logos/AAFP_LogoMark_2c_220pxWide.png?width=220&height=85&name=AAFP_LogoMark_2c_220pxWide.png "AAFP_LogoMark_2c_220pxWide")](https://www.aafp.org/) Your browser does not support the video tag. # **BE THEIR FIRST CALL FOR CARE** Start your path in family medicine with mentorship opportunities, scholarships, career guidance, and student-focused resources. # Your Path to Family Medicine Starts Here Family physicians are often the first place patients turn when health questions arise. We help you prepare with mentorship, training opportunities, and a community that supports you throughout your journey into becoming a Family Physician.  Share your information to receive helpful resources and materials that can shape your journey. \*Indicates a required field See What It Means to Be Their First  Be a champion of preventive care. Look through the tools below to see how a career in family medicine can help make you the first line of defense against health issues and illness for patients in need.  ![family Medicine physician and patient](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Assets/ZENO/embrace.jpg?width=640&height=250&name=embrace.jpg "family Medicine physician and patient") Embrace Your Patient–First Focus Learn about the diverse opportunities, the unique patient relationships family physicians foster, and why family medicine may be right for you. [READ MORE](https://www.aafp.org/students-residents/medical-students/explore-career-in-family-medicine/9-reasons-to-choose-family-medicine.html) ![family medicine resources](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Assets/ZENO/envision%20(1).jpg?width=640&height=250&name=envision%20(1).jpg "family medicine resources") Envision A Future Career in Family Medicine: Your Questions Answered    Visit the Family Medicine Salary Career Dashboard to better understand key career factors including average salary, satisfaction ratings, and time off for family physicians.   [ACCESS DASHBOARD](https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/practice-and-career/managing-your-career/family-medicine-career-benchmark-dashboard.html#what) ![family medicine conference](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Assets/ZENO/future.jpg?width=640&height=250&name=future.jpg "family medicine conference") FUTURE 2026 Your future in medicine starts here. At FUTURE, July 30–Aug. 1, 2026, gain hands-on experience, connect with mentors and explore where family medicine can take you. Every great physician starts as a student who shows up.   [Customize your FUTURE experience](https://www.aafp.org/events/future-conference.html) ![family medicine student group meeting](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Assets/ZENO/dedicated.jpg?width=640&height=250&name=dedicated.jpg "family medicine student group meeting") Dedicated Career Support: Join the Family Medicine Community An AAFP membership is free for students, offering support through education programs, tips and resources from med school and beyond. Join a community dedicated to empowering your career growth in family medicine so you can Be Their First. [Explore Membership](https://www.aafp.org/membership/join/student.html) ![family medicine mentorship](https://info.aafp.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Landing%20Page%20Assets/ZENO/mentor.jpg?width=640&height=250&name=mentor.jpg "family medicine mentorship") Find Your Mentor Having a mentor is important. Having the right mentor is invaluable. Learn what to look for and how to make the most of this relationship.     [Start Your Search](https://www.aafp.org/students-residents/medical-students/begin-your-medical-education/finding-a-mentor.html) # Is Family Medicine the Right Fit for Me? If you are unsure what specialty fits you, answer five quick questions about how you want to care for patients.   Time: 3 minutes  |  5 questions  |  Immediate result Additional Resources Get involved! Connect with the AAFP’s growing network of students by joining an interest group and attending events to learn more about a future in family medicine. [FOLLOW US](https://www.instagram.com/futurefamilymed/) Copyright © 2026 American Academy of Family Physicians. All Rights Reserved. ` About This Site   |   Privacy Policy   |   Terms of Use`