President's Message - Dr. Danielle Carter | | |
Vaccination Rules Workshop - Keep the Requirement!
On Friday December 12, I testified on behalf of the FAFP at the Florida Department of Health's (DOH) rule workshop addressing the proposal to remove the requirement for four vaccines currently mandated by rule for school-aged children (Hep B, Hib, varicella, and pneumonia). With each of these vaccines being required for over 20 years, I explained that these immunizations have been rigorously studied and no valid scientific evidence exists, past or present, supporting their removal. I also discussed the importance of herd immunity and how vaccines protect the most vulnerable in our communities. This fact was emphasized by over a dozen physicians, mostly pediatricians, who also discussed the severity of vaccine preventable illnesses, and the reason we don't see or have to treat children or immunocompromised adults is due to the efficacy of these vaccines. Equally compelling was testimony provided by FAFP contracted legal counsel and others who emphasized the DOH's statutory obligation to ensure that all children in the State of Florida are immunized against vaccine-preventable diseases. Simply stated, not mandating these vaccines for any reason would be in violation of state law and the FAFP remains committed to fight any effort by the DOH for their removal from Florida Administrative Code. The FAFP will continue to monitor the DOH's actions regarding this issue very closely and keep the membership updated on any changes as updates are available.
| | Don't Forget to Submit Your Abstract for the 2026 Poster Presentation | | |
Take advantage of the opportunity to showcase your research, cases, or projects, and have your work reviewed by experts in the field.
Abstract submission for the 2026 FAFP Spring Forum is now open! Download our Call for Abstracts brochure to review guidelines, policies, and submission categories.
Submit your abstract by January 12, 2026. CLICK HERE to learn more.
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NOW OPEN: Stand-Alone, Virtual KSA: Pain Medicine
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Registration is now open for the stand-alone FAFP Virtual ABFM KSA Study Group: Pain Medicine that will be presented via Zoom on Thursday, February 12, 2026 from 6:30pm-9:00pm EST. Fulfill your ABFM MOC requirements and CLICK HERE to register today. The registration deadline is Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:59pm EST.
You will earn 10 certification points and 8 enduring (not live) CME credits after successful completion of each KSA; ABFM will award these certification points and enduring CME credits.
Before you register:
Please check your ABFM Physician Portfolio to make sure that you are eligible to take this KSA topic. Visit the ABFM website: www.theabfm.org, or call the support number at 1-877-223-7437 if you need help determining what modules you need.
| | Apply Now: Leadership Academy 2.0 | | |
Communicating with Impact – Proposals, Feedback, and Personal Branding
Friday, April 17, 2026, Hilton Orlando
Application Deadline: January 15, 2026
Facilitator: Bruce Flareau, MD
What to Expect:
- An exclusive, advanced leadership experience
- A transformative one-day program that blends applied learning, peer collaboration, and real-world problem-solving
- Opportunity to sharpen your personal brand, executive communication, and leadership confidence
Eligibility:
- Completed an FAFP or FMA foundational leadership program
- Currently serving in a leadership role
- Willing to commit to pre-work and full participation
Why Apply?:
- Limited to just 12-15 participants: spots will fill fast!
- Hands-on, interactive format: not another lecture!
- Designed to help you stand out as an influential leader in family medicine!
Spots are limited, so apply now and begin your leadership journey! Click here to apply.
| | FL Physician Fingerprint Background Requirements | | |
The FAFP has been receiving questions about the FL Dept of Health's (DOH) latest requirements for fingerprinting physicians and other healthcare professionals. CLICK HERE to access the DOH website that provides specific details and FAQs in order to ensure physicians remain in compliance when obtaining or renewing their medical license.
| | Medical Student Recruitment Program (MSRP) | | |
The FAFP’s Medical Student Recruitment Program (MSRP) serves as the umbrella that houses all initiatives aimed at engaging and supporting Florida medical students with interest in family medicine.
Your contribution to MSRP helps support and retain Florida medical students interested in family medicine through education, networking, financial assistance, leadership development, and student involvement in FAFP activities.
Even better, all contributions are tax deductible as it is sponsored via the FAFP Foundation, a 501c3 corporation, which is important for any year end tax deductions members want to make.
Support the future of family medicine and click here to donate today!
For text donation: Text MSRP to 91999.
| | Don't Forget! CLIA Certificates - New Electronic Fee Coupons | | 2025 Winter Summit Attendees | | |
As a reminder, please claim your CME credits for the Winter Summit by completing and submitting your evaluation no later than December 26, 2025. CME credits earned from the meeting will be reported to AAFP and CE Broker within 30 days, provided you have completed and successfully submitted the evaluation. Please do not report your credits to AAFP/CEBroker as this delays the process in proper reporting to the state.
If you would like your CME credits reported to AAFP and CE Broker before the end of 2025, please be sure to submit your evaluation and claim credit no later than Friday, December 19, 2025. Due to FAFP/AAFP office closure, credits submitted after December 19, 2025 will not be reported to AAFP and CE Broker until after January 5, 2026. Rest assured; credits claimed between December 20-31 will be posted the first week of 2026 with no impact to membership status.
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