Inside Family Medicine

In this episode , recorded live at FMX, newly installed AAFP President Jen Brull, M.D., FAAFP, talks with IFM host Emily Holwick about her background , her leadership journey and her goals for the Academy during her term .    Brull, a family physician in Fort Collins, Colorado , practiced family medicine in rural Kansas for more than 20 years and now serves as vice president of clinical engagement...

Content Warning: This episode contains sensitive content with mentions of gun violence, suicide, and description of how traumatic events impact individuals and communities . Listener discretion is advised.   In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, host Emily Holwick dives into the AAFP Foundation's Family Medicine Discovers RapSDI Program alongside guests Sanjay Batish MD, FAAFP and Christina ...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive into the diverse paths physicians take when navigating career transitions, sharing practical strategies and personal insights on adapting to new roles and finding fulfillment in medicine. The discussion provides valuable guidance for physicians at any career...

In this episode of the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast series , recorded live at FMX, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully speaks about vaccines and vaccine policy with Mary Campagnolo , M.D., M.B.A., FAAFP, and S terling Ransone , M.D., FAAFP . Specifically, the two talk about their experiences as family physicians delivering this crucial element of preventive, longitudinal p...

This episode of Inside Family Medicine focuses on the value of being a member of a professional association, such as the AAFP, and how it can serve as a catalyst for career growth. The AAFP's CEO & Executive Vice President, Shawn Martin, moderates the discussion with the co-hosts of "CME on the Go", a diverse panel of family physicians who have all benefited from their involvement in professional...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive explore ADHD across different life stages, from childhood to adulthood, highlighting key symptoms and treatment strategies. Join our hosts as they provide insights on managing ADHD and guide physicians on having supportive, stigma-free conversations with pati...

In this episode of the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast series, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully and Inside Family Medicine host Emily Holwick speak with Steve Crawford, M.D., FAAFP, whose four-decade career is a remarkable illustration of family medicine's spectacular breadth. In that time, he has been not only a family physician but also an effective advocate for the spec...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join us as we explore the transformative power of lifestyle medicine, focusing on its role in preventing, treating, and reversing chronic diseases. Discover how implementing small, sustainable changes in key lifestyle areas can dramatically improve both patient outcomes and physician sa...

As the AAFP recognizes Family Medicine Week, Inside Family Medicine welcomes Tochi Iroku-Malize, MD, MPH, MBA, FAAFP . She is the outgoing board chair of the AAFP. Dr. Iroku-Malize reflects on her six-year tenure, emphasizing her accomplishments in advocating for telehealth, addressing social determinants of health, and combating misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines. She shares her future hopes...

Marcia Faustin, MD, FAAFP, shares her journey into family and sports medicine, inspired by her own experiences as an athlete. She talks with host Emily Holwick in observance of Women in Medicine month in September. Dr. Faustin is co-head team physician for the USA Gymnastics Women's National Team and a family physician specializing in sports medicine. She shares her journey from her undergraduate...

AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the Academy's federal advocacy over the past month. Topics 00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine 00:31 The Academy's detailed response to CMS' 2025 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule 01:48 What Congress must do for primary care by the end of 2024 02:54 AAFP reaction to injunction against nationwide noncompete ban 03:34...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive into This episode explores the intricacies of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), examining its diagnosis, treatment options, and broader health impacts. Our expert panel discusses the bi-directional relationship between OSA and other health conditions, along with...

In this episode, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully talks with three Academy members who have testified before Congress in recent months: AAFP President Steven Furr, Jennifer Gholson and Bob Rauner. We'll talk about their time in "the hot seat," what it means for the Academy's advocacy to have earned such high visibility on Capitol Hill — and about how family physicians can educa...

In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, Jeffrey Quinlan, MD, FAAFP, a family physician and academic leader discusses his work with the American Academy of Family Physicians' (AAFP) on fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) and delves into the rising concerns about cannabis use during pregnancy. He highlights the impact of alcohol and cannabis on maternal and child health, the importance of prec...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive into essential mindfulness and self-care strategies designed specifically for family physicians. This episode offers actionable insights to seamlessly incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine, helping you boost well-being and manage stress in the high-...

AFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the Academy's federal advocacy over the past month. Topics by Timestamp 00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine 00:30 AAFP members sharing policy priorities with lawmakers during Congress' August recess 02:05 Academy calls for increasing the number of practicing family medicine physicians on U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory...

In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, host Emily Holwick is joined by Dr. Neha Chande and Dr. Llewellyn Mensah, recent graduates of the AAFP's Vaccine Science Fellowship. They discuss their motivations for choosing family medicine, share their experiences and learnings from the fellowship, and highlight how the program strengthens their ability to guide patients on vaccinations. Key takeaways...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the co-hosts as they dive into the complexities of carpal tunnel syndrome. In this episode, they explore its diagnosis, common risk factors, and effective treatment options, sharing valuable insights and practical advice to help family physicians manage this prevalent condition in...

In this episode, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully talks with Yalda Jabbarpour, M.D., director of the Academy's Robert Graham Center, about its recently published primary care scorecard and what it tells us about the workforce issues the AAFP advocates to improve. Next: a conversation with AAFP members and veteran family medicine advocates Dominic Casablanca, M.D., and Renee Cri...

In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, Dr. Anne Schneider, a family physician and AAFP Vaccine Science Fellow, talks about the latest immunization schedules approved by the CDC. She discusses the importance of vaccines, especially for respiratory diseases like RSV, influenza, and COVID-19, and provides detailed updates from the June 2024 ACIP meeting. Dr. Schneider shares strategies to boost v...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the co-hosts as they dive in to discover the varied paths to leadership in family medicine with practical advice and personal stories that highlight diverse opportunities and strategies for becoming an effective leader.  In this episode, we explore the multiple routes to leadership...

AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the Academy's federal advocacy over the past month. Resources July 2024 Family Medicine Advocacy Rounds newsletter (for chapter staff only) AAFP statement and In the Trenches blog post on the 2025 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule. AAFP Members only: Speak Out campaign supporting the Strengthening Medicare for Patients and Pro...

The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode — join the hosts as they dive into the complexities of weight loss medications, from historical perspectives to modern practices. Discover the nuanced conversations around BMI, patient-centered care, and the latest in weight loss treatments.  The hosts explore the history and controversie...

The U.S. Supreme Court closed its 2024 session with a number of rulings in high-profile cases, some of which could affect family physicians. The AAFP closely monitored several of these cases with the help of Leavitt Partners, a Washington, D.C., consulting firm specializing in health care policy. In this episode of the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast series, Shannon Deere of Leavitt Partners...

You have the ability to earn up to 0.5 CME credits per episode by listening to the CME on the Go series of Inside Family Medicine. This episode explores the complexities of physician well-being, happiness, and boundaries. The co-hosts discuss the importance of distinguishing between burnout and depression, the value of setting inclusive boundaries, and practical strategies for enhancing job satisf...