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Advocacy is active year-round in Springfield, Chicago, communities across Illinois, and on Capitol Hill, amplifying the voice of family medicine at every level of government. With an experienced advocacy team and a clear strategic vision, family medicine has earned a respected seat at the table where policy decisions are made. Members stay informed on legislative and regulatory issues shaping primary care while gaining the tools, insights, and connections needed to engage confidently with elected officials and policymakers. Guided by physician leaders through the Government Relations Committee and Legislative Action Team, advocacy efforts are coordinated with our contracted lobbying firm to advance priorities, build lasting bipartisan relationships, and ensure family physicians are heard at every level of government.
The IAFP provides unmatched continuing medical education (CME), developed by family physicians for family physicians. We are the place to go to help you maintain your ABFM MoC and licensure through evidence-based education. We continuously assess our members' needs to provide timely, relevant topics for family physicians. The IAFP has an extensive and growing library of online CME on our YouTube channel. Videos are free to access, and members receive free CME credit for state-mandated CME. Our CME Committee and experienced staff work with organizations and funders to develop a timely, evidence-based curriculum, with tools for instant implementation in practice.
Upcoming Webinar - Immunization Schedule Updates: What They Mean for Pediatric Practices in Illinois Monday, February 9, at 12 pm: Join the Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Chicago Department of Public Hea… Read more
If you're planning a family, have a bundle on the way or already have welcomed children, this is the place for you! Whether that baby is part of your medical school, residency or attending physician journey, tune in on a Tuesday evening for professional and persona… Read more
Join us for the first Docs Night Out of the Year with a little "Disruptive Innovation" Free event open to all IAFP members and healthcare professional friends. Join us for an edu-social networking evening and great food at Bar Siena! Enjoy a night out … Read more
Work on ABFM’s Pain Medicine Knowledge Self-Assessment (KSA) activity together with your peers in a virtual classroom-like setting and get it done more efficiently! Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (CT) Led by expert Family Physician faculty: Josh Ca… Read more
Foundation board member Dr. Tabatha Wells invites you to step out of the clinic and connect with your colleagues in a relaxed, non-medical setting designed to renew, restore, and recharge your wellness. Foundation Spring Fundraiser Event Beyond the Clinic: Explore, Create, Rech… Read more
The Health Equity MIG continues their Book Club Series where any IAFP member is welcone to join on Zoom and discuss the book. Community Health Equity - A Chicago Reader (available at Chicago Public Library and Amazon) Co-written by Raj C. Shah, MD who is co-chair of the I… Read more
