Read on for growth opportunities for you and important info to share with your residents.
NEW! FREE RPS Mini Group Consults
Starting in January, Residency Program Solutions (RPS) is offering Mini Group Consults—live, one-hour online sessions with an RPS expert and up to 10 other residency program participants (one participant per program). These focused discussions, usually $150, are now FREE for a limited time.
The Family Medicine Champions Program is a FREE, self-paced educational program that equips you with valuable insights, resources and a national network of educators to help you guide the next generation of physicians. Get free CME credits while gaining a deeper understanding of family medicine’s impact. Registration is open through January 9, 2026, for the session starting January 16.
Be among the first to exhibit at the only national gathering of medical students and family medicine residents—FUTURE, July 30–August 1 in Kansas City. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on the future of family medicine. Sales open in February. For more information, contact Jill Vetter at jvetter@aafp.org or 913-951-8943.
Your Residents are Tomorrow’s Leaders Encourage your PGY1 and PGY2 residents to apply for the AAFP Foundation’s Emerging Leader Institute, a yearlong program designed to develop the next generation of family medicine leaders. Selected participants receive a $1,000 scholarship, mentorship from an AAFP physician, exclusive leadership workshops and the chance to attend FUTURE. Applications open January 1, 2026.
Join 1,200+ family medicine residency leaders at the Residency Leadership Summit (RLS), March 4–6, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Whether you're tackling ACGME requirements, navigating ABFM outcomes or building a stronger faculty-resident culture, RLS delivers the insights and tools to elevate your program
NEEDED: RLS Breakfast Discussion Topics Breakfast Discussion Tables provide a relaxed setting for attendees to network, share insights and exchange resources during RLS. Want to lead a discussion? Submit your topic by Friday, January 9. In the form, indicate your preferred day or select both days for your topic.
AAFP Pushes Back on Harmful PSLF Rule Despite strong opposition, the Department of Education has finalized a Public Service Loan Forgiveness rule—effective July 1, 2026—that puts loan relief and the primary care workforce at risk.
The AAFP called for the rule’s withdrawal, warned of its impact on the physician pipeline and is now pursuing next steps, including sustained advocacy and filing amicus briefs in support of anticipated legal challenges.
Take action: Use our Speak Out tool to urge your Congress members to pass legislation that protects the integrity of the PSLF program.
Share with Residents
Please note in this section we’ve provided prewritten copy that you can cut and paste into communications to quickly get the word out to your residents about resources available to them.
Opens in January: Become a Family Medicine Leader
Ready to grow your leadership skills? Apply for the AAFP Foundation’s Emerging Leader Institute for hands-on training, mentorship from experienced family physicians and a $1,000 scholarship. Applications open in January.
AAFP membership connects you to a powerful community, advocacy opportunities, the latest clinical resources and exclusive Board Review tools. Members enjoy FREE and discounted CME, 1,300+ board review practice questions and expert-led review courses to help you prepare. Explore your benefits here: AAFP Membership Benefits and Board Review Preparation.
PGY3s: Last Chance to Lock in Two Years of No-cost Insurance As a PGY3 AAFP member, you can access complimentary $100,000 Group Term Life Insurance and $5,000/month Disability Income Insurance for two years. Get details from an AAFP Insurance Specialist at 913-386-4001. The deadline to enroll is December 31, 2025.
Blog Alert: Negotiating Your First Physician Contract Before you sign your first job offer, check out this quick read from Kim Yu, MD, FAAFP. She shares real-world tips for negotiating your contract, protecting your time, spotting red flags and making sure the job fits you. Learn how to negotiate.
