February 18, 2026

FAFP Live: President’s Office Hours with Dr. Carter

Register Now and join FAFP President Dr. Carter for live, members-only access designed specifically for Florida family physicians next Thursday, February 26 at 6:00 PM EST. This free webinar provides timely updates on FAFP initiatives, advocacy efforts, and priorities impacting family medicine—followed by open office hours for member questions and discussion.

Don't miss your chance to stay informed and be heard. CLICK HERE to register now!

Hump "Week" in Tallahassee

The Florida Legislature is rounding the corner and heading home with less than four weeks of the session remaining. The FAFP continues to monitor and attempt to influence over a dozen bills that would negatively impact the practice of family medicine in Florida (e.g., scope of practice expansion, lessening vaccine mandates, etc.) while maintaining positive momentum for medical loan repayment, administrative simplification bills, GME funding, and more . Family Medicine was present once again with FAFP Past President Dr. Christy Cavanagh along with resident Dr. Steven Paul serving as Doctor of the Day with sponsorship by Senator Johnathan Martin, on February 12. 

CLICK HERE to read the Week 5 FAFP Capitol Update.

Ignite: 2026 FAFP Spring Forum: Attend In-person or Virtually

Register now for Ignite: 2026 FAFP Family Medicine Spring Forum, scheduled for April 17-19 at the Hilton Orlando. Connect with speakers and your family medicine peers from the comfort of your own space!Don't delay! Click Here to register now.

The meeting will be held as a hybrid event, giving attendees the option to register for either traditional, In-Person attendance or remote, Virtual attendance presented via live streaming. The registration deadline is Thursday, April 16, at 1:00 PM EST.

Both options include:

• Two-and-a-half days of education
• CME Credits allowing you to earn up to:
• 18.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
• 18.0 Live AAFP Prescribed credits
• Recordings of ALL educational sessions, available within 2 weeks after the conference; will be available for 30 days for registered attendees only.

The Hilton Orlando

Stay at the beautiful Hilton Orlando! Register Now for Ignite: 2026 FAFP Family Medicine Spring Forum to complete your reservation today. Discounted room rates available in the FAFP room block from $234 through Monday, March 23, 2026. Don't delay!

Ignite 2026: Social Media Giveaway

Have You Entered the Ignite 2026 Social Media Giveaway?

Don’t miss your chance to win a $100 FIGS gift card — and that’s just the beginning.

We’re giving away one prize every month leading up to Ignite 2026: Spring Forum, plus a Grand Prize valued at over $350!

Here’s How to Enter:

• Follow FAFP on Instagram, Facebook, or X
•  Find the Ignite 2026 giveaway post
• Like the post
• Comment and tag 2 friends 

New winners will be announced monthly, so be sure to follow along and stay engaged for multiple chances to win. CLICK HERE to connect with the FAFP on social media and enter the Ignite 2026 giveaway now!

Fulfill Your ABFM MOC Requirements at Ignite: 2026 Spring Forum

Register now for the FAFP In-Person ABFM KSA Study Group: Hypertension that will be offered for In-Person attendees in conjunction with Ignite: 2026 FAFP Family Medicine Spring Forum. The KSA Registration deadline is Monday, April 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST.

Hypertension: Saturday, April 18 | 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM EST

Important: The KSA will be presented live, in-person only and there will be no virtual options offered. Only Ignite attendees who have registered for In-Person attendance will be able to register and participate. The KSA study groups will be held at the Hilton Orlando.

*Before you register: Please check your ABFM Physician Portfolio to make sure that you are eligible to take this KSA module. Registrations from ineligible individuals will be subject to cancellation. Visit the ABFM website www.theabfm.org, or call the support number at 1-877-223-7437 if you would like assistance determining what modules you need.

ECG Interpretation in HS Athletes

The new requirement of ECG screenings for high school athletes will begin with the 2026 school year. The FAFP is developing educational content and resources to prepare Florida Family Physicians for conducting screenings in their practices and communities. An excellent start in preparing for this new requirement is a complimentary webinar "ECG Interpretation in Athletes" scheduled for Wednesday, February 25 from 6-7:30pm featuring family physician Dr. Jonathan Drezner, an expert in sports cardiology. Stay tuned for more educational programming and resources that the FAFP is developing for members in the coming weeks and months. Any questions in the meantime, please contact Jay Millson (jmillson@fafp.org).

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