Residents
Welcome! PAFP is your family medicine home in Pennsylvania.
With more than 1,000 resident members across 56 residency programs, you’ve found a true community at the PAFP. We’re here to help you thrive every step of the way during your residency journey.
Nearly all of the family medicine residency programs in Pennsylvania facilitate and fund their residents’ AAFP and PAFP memberships. After residency, you’ll transition from Resident Member to Active Member and begin managing and paying for your own professional membership.
Leadership Opportunities for Residents
The Resident Assembly represents the interests of residents in the PAFP. We invite all resident members to participate in the annual meeting of the Resident Assembly and run for elected office or to be a committee representative.
The Resident Assembly Chair plans and leads the Resident Assembly meetings and sits on the Resident & Student Affairs Committee.
A resident representative serves on the PAFP Board of Directors and residents serve on committees. Resident Delegate and Alternate Delegate work with the Board Rep and Assembly Chair to represent Pennsylvania at the National Congress of FM Resident Delegates at AAFP FUTURE. The PAFP supports residents’ participation in leadership positions by reimbursing travel expenses for business meetings.
If you’re interested in a leadership position with PAFP, watch your email for details about the annual Resident Assembly Virtual Meeting in the spring each year.
The Assembly elects the Board Rep from nominees. This is a position where prior service on PAFP Resident Assembly is recommended. The Board Rep represents the Resident Assembly on the PA Academy Board of Directors and Governance & Leadership Committee. Board Rep also attends AAFP FUTURE and collaborates with the Delegates in the National Congress of FM Residents business sessions.
The Chair plans and leads the Resident Assembly meetings and sits on the Resident & Student Affairs Committee. The Chair becomes familiar with resolution writing and attends AAFP FUTURE as a member of the delegation to the National Congress of FM Residents. The Chair represents the Board Rep if the Board Rep is unable to attend a meeting.
The Delegate and Alternate Delegate voice the concerns of the residents at the PAFP Annual Meeting, within the Resident & Student Affairs Committee and at AAFP FUTURE in the National Congress of FM Residents. They compose resolutions to address those concerns. They assist the Chair in planning the Assembly meeting. Delegates participate in Research Day planning as members of the Research Day Review Committee.
This committee governs all public policy activities of the PAFP. This includes analysis of pending legislation and regulations affecting family physicians and their patients. Resident representatives contribute to the meetings and share out information with their fellow resident members.
RSAC works on development of initiatives & events designed to support student interest in FM and support residents in training in Pennsylvania. Other commission functions: (1) Maintain active liaison with FMIGs in the medical schools in Pennsylvania; (2) maintain liaison with the family medicine residency programs in Pennsylvania; (3) maintain liaison with the Pennsylvania Assembly of Family Physicians Student members; (4) maintain liaison with the Pennsylvania Assembly of Medical Student members.
Provides oversight and directs development of all continuing medical education programs. The Committee meets twice a year in person and via teleconference or other means as needed. Expectations include education program planning with a focus on board review and physician personal and professional wellness, input into learner objectives, peer review of slides to absolve potential conflicts, possible review of other conference development material, teleconferencing, and attendance at meetings.
Resident Board Representative serves on this committee.
Resolution Writing
At the meeting, the Resident Assembly debates resolutions from Resident members of the PAFP. Any member can propose or submit a resolution for consideration of the Assembly or of the PAFP House of Delegates. This mirrors the resolution process that occurs at the National Conference. If passed by a majority vote of the Resident Assembly, a resolution proceeds to (1) the PAFP Board of Directors, (2) a PAFP Commission, and/or (3) the AAFP National Congress of Student Members. What’s involved in writing a resolution? Check out this great AAFP guide to learn more.
Don’t miss these career-building events!
PAFP Family Medicine Advocacy Day (April-May)
STFM Annual Spring Conference (May)
AAFP Chief Resident Leadership Development Program May
AAFP Family Medicine Advocacy Summit (June)
AAFP Future Conference (July/August)
FMEC Annual Meeting (September)
STFM Conference on Practice and Quality Improvement (September)
Additional Opportunities for Residents
RIG grants provide funding to support resident-led community health projects across Pennsylvania. Since 2022, this PAFP partnership with the PA Department of Health has funded more than 40 programs across the state. The program supports and strengthens the community health scholarly work that is foundational to family medicine residency training. Learn more.
All PAFP members are invited to don their white coats and join their fellow family physicians and other family medicine stakeholders at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building for Family Medicine Advocacy Day. Each year in the spring, we gather to speak with legislators and advocate for family medicine. Learn more.
PAFP Research Day
Submit your abstracts for a chance to present your research poster and/or an oral presentation as part of the day’s agenda. More.
PAFP “Future Stars” CME Presentations
Each year, the PAFP invites its Resident Members to submit applications to deliver a 30-minute “Future Star” presentation at one of its CME conferences. Presentation spots for “Future Star” junior faculty are limited and the process is competitive. You must submit your application at least 3 months prior to the conference at which you’d like to present. Request details.
Family Medicine Education Consortium (FMEC)
Residents and medical students are invited to submit applications to present at FMEC’s annual conference. More.
Family Medicine Cares International Resident Scholarship
This scholarship covers travel, lodging, and meals for a family medicine resident to participate in the Family Medicine Cares International Delegation, which is a travel experience to provide care to patients in underserved areas.
Family Medicine Cares Resident Service Award
Established to create an opportunity to tackle the health needs of the underserved, this award is intended for family medicine residents who want to address health disparities in their local communities.
AAFP Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education
This award recognizes outstanding residents and includes a scholarship, hotel accommodations, airfare, and registration for the AAFP Family Medicine Experience.
Family Medicine Leads Emerging Leader Institute Scholarship
This scholarship provides financial support to residents participating in the Emerging Leader Institute, which focuses on leadership development and includes workshops and project opportunities.
Resident Primary Care Champion (supports attendance at FUTURE)
Students or residents wishing to apply for this award must complete an online application with three essay questions.
AAFP Family Medicine Advocacy Summit
AAFP Scholarships & AFMRD Scholarships
Richard D. Feldman, M.D. Student and Resident Essay Contest
The Center for the History of Family Medicine (CHFM) sponsors an annual contest to encourage medical students and family medicine residents to write scholarly essays relevant to the history of family medicine in the United States. The first-place winner will receive $2,000 and the second-place winner will receive a $1,000 award.
More resources for residents
Planning for the future? Check out AAFP’s resources for new physicians.
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