Match season may be complete, but the work of supporting residents never stops.

Below we’ve outlined important dates to note, unique opportunities and timely information for residents.

Together, you both thrive.

Residency Explorer: New Family Medicine Listings
This June, Residency Explorer will add family medicine-specific details to program listings.

Make sure your program is represented. Complete this brief form by April 1 to ensure your program is included. Contact akennedy@aafp.org with questions about the survey.

Congratulations on Match 2026
With Match 2026 now complete, we celebrate the residency program leaders and teams who carried this season forward with focus, care and flexibility.

Your dedication helped welcome a new class of physicians into family medicine training and strengthened the future of the specialty.

As you turn toward onboarding your new interns this summer, the AAFP and Residency Program Solutions (RPS) are here to support your program every step of the way.

Set Your Incoming PGY‑3s Up for Success
Early Career Pathfinder  is a new pilot program designed to support the transition from residency to practice.

We’re recruiting current PGY‑2s to participate as PGY‑3s beginning in July. This flexible program offers curated resources and near‑peer mentorship focused on career decisions and work‑life balance.

Encourage interested PGY‑2s to express their interest by April 1.

Print and display this flyer to help promote this program.

Get Expert Answers—Fast and Free
Join a free, one‑hour RPS Mini‑Group Consult this spring.

These sessions offer practical guidance from an experienced consultant while allowing you to learn alongside residency peers.

No cost. No contract.

Space is limited—register today.

Prepare Your Chiefs to Lead
Registration is open for the Chief Resident Leadership Development Program; the only national leadership program designed specifically for family medicine chief residents.

In‑person sessions take place in Kansas City this May. Space is limited. Register now.

Call for Curriculum Guidelines Opens March 30
We’re accepting submissions for our Call for Curriculum Guidelines from March 30 through May 4.

Faculty and educators are invited to help develop and update curriculum guidelines that support high‑quality family medicine residency education.

Consultants Corner

A long-standing and well-regarded residency program experienced two consecutive unanticipated poor Match outcomes along with several faculty departures.

Alan Douglass, MD, FAAFP, an RPS consultant, conducted a two-day on-site assessment and interviewed program leadership, faculty, residents and staff.

The evaluation revealed several contributing factors, including:

• Organizational shifts affecting program identity
• Leadership transitions
• Resident dissatisfaction with clinic operations
• Concerns about faculty compensation and work expectations

Dr. Douglass provided a set of strategic recommendations that were implemented over the following year, resulting in improved Match outcomes and stronger faculty retention.

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PGY-3s: Last-minute ABFM Board Exam Prep 

Getting ready for the ABFM Board Exam?

Use our free practice questions and board review resources  to sharpen your preparation before exam day.

We’re here to help you succeed.

PGY-2s: Apply for the Early Career Pathfinder Pilot by April 1 

Moving into PGY-3 this summer?

Early Career Pathfinder  is a new pilot program designed to support the transition from residency to practice with near-peer mentorship and curated career resources.

Express your interest by April 1.

PGY-2s: Step into the Spotlight 

For 75 years, the AAFP Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education has recognized residents who demonstrate leadership and advance patient care.

Recent recipient Shana Kay Lambert Johnson, MD  is one example of the impact residents can make.

If that sounds like you, apply by May 27.

Strengthen Your Program with Residency Program Solutions

Get expert consulting, free assessment tools and tailored support to elevate your program. Explore Residency Program Solutions.

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