Welcome! You’ve found the community for family physicians in Pennsylvania.
We are Pennsylvania’s state chapter of the AAFP. As a member of the PAFP, you’ll be connected to Pennsylvania’s largest community of family physicians who are passionate about making a difference in people’s lives.
AAFP membership includes state-level membership, so if you’re a member of the AAFP and you live in Pennsylvania, you’re also a member of the PAFP.
From aspiring student to practicing physician, the PAFP supports every stage and role in your journey. With tailored resources, evidence-based education and targeted state-level advocacy, we’re a trusted partner in advancing your career and empowering you to deliver exceptional care. In addition to your AAFP benefits, you’ll have access to:
Government & Practice Advocacy
Fighting for the rights of family physicians in Harrisburg and representing your voice in its legislative efforts to protect and strengthen family medicine in Pennsylvania and beyond.
Continuing Medical Education
PAFP members have access to exclusive, affordable rates on high quality CME programs and activities focusing solely on family medicine.
Career Resources
Empowering members to find their dream jobs and succeed on the family medicine path that inspires and satisfies their professional interests.
Workforce Development
Building a stronger future for family physicians and family medicine in Pennsylvania through strategic statewide partnerships. We work to build the pipeline of future family physicians and increase the state’s investment in primary care.
Leadership & Recognition Opportunities
Providing opportunities for you to grow and to shine. From committee volunteers to elected officers, physician members guide the activities and priorities of the PAFP. And physician awards honor the work of outstanding physicians.
Student & Resident Programs
Providing career, fellowship, and leadership opportunities for students and residents, as well as outreach programs to connect them to helpful resources and to one another.
Peer Networking
Offering unparalleled opportunities for members to interact and build relationships with fellow family physicians across the state. These connections give members access to leaders in the field, peers in similar practices, and up-and-coming young physicians.
Vital Communications
Keeping you current on critical health care issues affecting Pennsylvanians with carefully curated messaging, including an monthly member e-newsletter called Progress Notes and a quarterly printed magazine,Keystone Physician.
Updating Contact Info
Membership data is recorded and stored at the AAFP level
Address, phone and email changes must be requested through the AAFP. You will need to log in on the AAFP site to access your profile page OR you may call the AAFP at (800) 274-2237 to speak with a membership services team member.
The AAFP maintains long-standing relationships with companies who crafted special offers on products and services specifically for AAFP members. This member-exclusive benefit provides you with high value in both your personal life and practice. These benefits range from financial institutions, to medical coding, to training services, and so much more. Discover our growing list of benefits and take advantage of great savings!
Not sure if membership is right for you? Talk with one of your peers to find out.
Contact the PAFP to request a phone call from one of our physician members. Ask questions about the benefits of membership and find out how the PAFP can support YOUR practice of family medicine.