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IFM | Clinician Awareness: RSV Vaccination Timing and Co-administration Mar 04, 2025

Show notes

Host Emily Holwick talks with James Bigham, MD, MPH, FAAFP, about RSV vaccination. Dr. Bigham is a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. They talked about the critical role family physicians play in encouraging RSV vaccinations among adults aged 60 and older. Dr. Bigham discusses the latest vaccine recommendations, the importance of a collaborative decision-making process, and strategies for effective patient communication to address vaccine hesitancy. He emphasizes the impact of RSV on older adults and the necessity of vaccinations for preventing severe illness and death. Additionally, the conversation explores the co-administration of vaccines, addressing common patient concerns, and promoting equitable access to vaccines, particularly for underserved populations.

This podcast episode is supported by an unrestricted grant from Pfizer.

Resources

AAFP RSV clinical page

FamilyDoctor.org Patient Resources

Neighborhood navigator

Disclaimer

Copyright 2025. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

IFM | Elevating the Family Physician Voice in the Media Feb 27, 2025

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Host Emily Holwick interviews Dr. Jen Caudle, a family physician and media contributor with extensive experience in sharing medical information across national media and social platforms. Dr. Caudle discusses her journey into family medicine, her motivations for engaging with media, and the importance of accurate, evidence-based health communication in today's media landscape. She emphasizes the need for diverse voices in medicine and offers advice for physicians interested in working with the media. Dr. Caudle also shares her experiences and favorite moments from various media engagements, highlighting the role family physicians play in educating the public beyond the clinical setting.

Topics

00:11 Meet Dr. Jen Caudle

00:55 Choosing Family Medicine

02:08 Journey into Media

03:56 The Importance of Media Presence

09:43 Advice for Physicians Interested in Media

12:00 The Power of Social Media

15:22 Future Topics and Final Thoughts

17:16 Conclusion and Contact Information

Resources

AAFP Media Center | AAFP

Media Experience Helped FP Reach Vast Following | Family Doc Focus

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FFFM | February 2025 Advocacy Rounds Feb 26, 2025

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In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Inside Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the past few weeks of the Academy's work on Capitol Hill, including meetings between the AAFP's Board of Directors and lawmakers and their staffs.

Tully also talks with AAFP President-elect Sarah Nosal, M.D., about her Feb. 12 testimony in a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing titled "Optimizing Longevity: From Research to Action." Their conversation includes ways that first-time family physician advocates can leverage their expertise and clinical experience when talking to policymakers.

"I want every family doctor and resident and student to know: They are already experts," Nosal says. "I think that sometimes this seems a little scary, like, 'I need to know all of this in-depth government information in order to go do this.' You do not. You need to know what it is to care for patients, care about patients, and to have been listening and learning from their stories.

Topics by Timestamp

00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine and a recap of the AAFP's February 2025 advocacy work.

00:34 The AAFP Board of Directors advocated in person with lawmakers at the end of the month.

01:12 The Academy's new Advocacy Ambassadors program can help you join the fight for family medicine.

01:58 Dr. Nosal's testimony

02:35 The AAFP's push against possible cuts to Medicaid

03:37 What the AAFP told Congress about primary care resident physicians ahead of the 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule

04:15 The Robert Graham Center's latest Primary Care Scorecard is out.

05:20 The Academy's advocacy reflected in GME-reform legislation under discussion

06:10 What a survey says about how primary care physicians think about or use artificial intelligence

06:52 Introduction: Dr. Nosal

08:20 Dr. Nosal talks about what Medicaid.

10:13 What testifying was like.

12:54 Advice for prospective family physician advocates

17:36 How you can join the AAFP's advocacy

18:36 Conclusion

Related Resources

Sarah Nosal, MD, FAAFP, Testimony for Senate Special Committee on Aging

Senate Special Committee on Aging Hearing

GME Reform Comment Letter

2026 MPFS Letter

Robert Graham Center Primary Care Scorecard

Group of Six Statement on Medicaid Cuts

AAFP Advocacy Ambassadors

Medicaid Speakout

Disclaimer: Copyright 2025, AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

CME | Gamechanger Insights: Tackling Concussions in Sports Feb 24, 2025

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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 explore the evolving understanding of concussions in sports, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and comprehensive care. They discuss real-life case studies, highlighting how concussions can present in unexpected ways and why family physicians play a crucial role in diagnosis and management. With a focus on evidence-based guidelines, the conversation explores best practices for cognitive and physical recovery, return-to-play protocols, and considerations for both young athletes and older adults. Whether you're on the sidelines, in the clinic, or simply interested in the latest concussion research, this episode offers practical strategies to enhance patient care.

Your hosts for this episode are Lauren Brown-Berchtold, MD, FAAFP, program director for the San Joaquin General Family Medicine Residency in French Camp, Calif.; Jason Marker, MD, MPA, FAAFP, associate director of the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency program in South Bend, Ind.; and Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, MD, MBA, FAAFP, chief medical officer and vice president of health strategy at the public sector health plan Colorado Access.

Whether you're navigating patient queries or seeking to enhance your clinical knowledge, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for family physicians. Tune in now and earn CME credit!

Claim Credit:

After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 AAFP credit by following the provided link. https://www.aafp.org/assessment/take/17830/e

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify signs and symptoms of concussion in athletes.

2. Explain the importance of early recognition and proper management of sports-related concussion.

3. Discuss return-to-play guidelines and the long-term effects of repeated concussions in athletes.

References and Resources

American Academy of Family Physicians. (2019). Concussion in Sport. American Family Physician, 99(7), 426-433. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2019/0401/p426.html

American Academy of Family Physicians. Concussion Awareness, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/care-resources/physical-safety/sports-injury-prevention/concussion-awareness-diagnosis-and-treatment.html

American Academy of Family Physicians. (2024). Concussion in Sport: Practice Guidelines. American Family Physician, 110(4), 435-436. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2024/1000/practice-guidelines-concussion-in-sport.html

American Academy of Family Physicians. (2019). Concussion and Its Consequences. American Family Physician, 99(7), 462-464. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2019/0401/p462.html

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Returning to Sports and Activities After a Concussion. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/heads-up/guidelines/returning-to-sports.html

Patricios, J. S., Schneider, K. J., Dvorak, J., et al. (2023). Consensus Statement on Concussion in Sport: The 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport–Amsterdam, October 2022. British Journal of Sports Medicine, 57(11), 695-711. Retrieved from https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/57/11/695

American Academy of Family Physicians. On-Demand Package - Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine Edition 11. Retrieved from https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/sports/self-study.html

American Academy of Family Physicians. (2024). Concussion in Sport: Recommendations From the 6th International Conference on Concussion in Sport. American Family Physician, 110(4), 435-436.

Disclosure: It is the policy of the AAFP that all individuals in a position to control content disclose any relationships with commercial interests upon nomination/invitation of participation. Disclosure documents are reviewed for potential conflicts of interest and, if identified, conflicts are resolved prior to confirmation of participation. Only those participants who had no conflict of interest or who agreed to an identified resolution process prior to their participation were involved in this CME activity. All individuals in a position to control content for this session have indicated they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Disclaimer: Copyright 2024. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

'A Window for Helping My Patients': AAFP Member and California Assembly Member Jasmeet Bains, M.D. Feb 19, 2025

Show notes

In this episode of the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast recorded at FMX 2024, David Tully, vice president of Government Relations and a member of AAFP's advocacy team, talks with Jasmeet Bains, M.D., about how her family medicine practice and advocacy inform her role as an elected member of the California Assembly. She is one of only a handful of Academy members to have held statewide office, giving her an unusual — and valuable — perspective on what physicians bring to their engagement with lawmakers.

"This gives me a window for helping my patients in a way that I couldn't in my clinic," she says of her time so far in office.

Dr. Bains earned the 2019 Hero of Family Medicine Award from the California AFP and has held a variety of local, state and national leadership roles, including as a scholar with the AAFP's Leading Physician Well-being Program.

Topics by Timestamp

0:22 Introducing Jasmeet Bains, M.D.

1:03 What it's been like for her since she took office

2:55 What unites her motivations as a family physician and as a legislator

6:23 Working with the California AFP to pass a state law that would compensate primary care physicians for screening patients for social determinants of health

10:02 As part of the assembly's Committee on Aging and Long-term Care, what Dr. Bains is doing to build policy to care for an increasing population of aging adults

15:02 What she's learned about advocacy since being elected to the Assembly

17:06 The balance between practicing family medicine and serving constituents

20:17 Advice for any physician considering a run for office

24:25 Conclusion

Related Resources

AAFP News: FP Takes up Family Medicine in State Legislature

Dr. Bains' Calif. Assembly Member page

AAFP Leading Physician Well-being Certificate Program

Advocate for Family Medicine

FMX 2025

Disclaimer: Copyright 2025, AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

IFM | The FUTURE of Family Medicine Feb 13, 2025

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Host Emily Holwick interviews Austen Ott, a fourth-year medical student, and Dr. Kate Tian, the chief resident at the University of Vermont Family Medicine Residency Program. They share their journeys into family medicine, the role of mentorship, their hopes for the future of the specialty, and their involvement in leadership roles with the AAFP, including as co-chairs of the 2025 FUTURE Conference, formerly National Conference for Family Medicine. The discussion highlights the importance of advocacy, mentorship, and early engagement in recruiting future family physicians. Topics 00:00 Introduction to Inside Family Medicine 01:28 Austen's Journey into Family Medicine 02:07 Dr. Tian's Journey into Family Medicine 03:30 The Role of Mentorship in Family Medicine 08:33 Getting Involved in Leadership Roles 13:17 Connecting with Peers in Family Medicine 16:07 Advice for Medical Students and Residents 18:18 Hopes for the Future of Family Medicine 20:26 Conclusion and Resources Resources

More on the 2025 FUTURE Conference

Disclaimer Copyright 2025. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

CME | Cultural Competence in Healthcare Delivery Feb 10, 2025

Show notes

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 explore cultural competency beyond mandatory training modules, discussing real-world applications that improve patient care. Through personal anecdotes and insightful discussion, they uncover how open-mindedness, humility, and flexibility create meaningful doctor-patient relationships.

Cultural competency is more than a box to check—it's an ongoing journey of understanding, adaptation, and empathy in patient care. In this episode, our co-hosts look at real-life experiences that highlight the importance of cultural awareness in both rural and urban medical settings. They discuss how recognizing cultural differences can shape treatment plans, improve patient trust, and ultimately lead to better health outcomes. From navigating language barriers with interpreters to addressing biases and ethical dilemmas, the conversation sheds light on the complexities of delivering truly patient-centered care. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges assumptions and encourages a lifelong commitment to learning and growth in family medicine.

Credit Claiming:

After listening to the podcast episode, claim 0.5 AAFP credit by following the provided link. https://www.aafp.org/assessment/take/17831/e

Learning Objectives:

1. Explain the role of cultural competence in delivering high-quality healthcare.

2. Identify strategies for effective communication with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

3. Address cultural considerations in diagnosis, treatment, and decision-making processes.

4. Apply case studies and practical tips to improve cultural competence in clinical practice.

All individuals in a position to control content for this session have indicated they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Disclaimer: Copyright 2025. AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is for general, educational, or entertainment purposes and should not be considered legal, health, financial, or other advice. AAFP makes no representation as to the accuracy or completeness of the information and is not responsible for results that may arise from its use. Consult an appropriate professional concerning your specific situation and respective governing bodies for applicable laws. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by AAFP unless specifically stated otherwise. AAFP and the AAFP logo are registered trademarks of American Academy of Family Physicians.

IFM | Investing in Your Future: Financial Planning for Family Physicians Feb 04, 2025

Show notes

Host Emily Holwick explores essential financial and retirement planning strategies tailored for family physicians. Joined by Jered Hunt from AAFP Insurance Services and Paul Andres from Prevail Innovative Wealth Strategies, this conversation dives into the importance of early planning, balancing student debt with savings, and leveraging insurance and investment options to build long-term security.

Topics

00:00 Introduction

01:44 The Importance of Early Planning

03:06 Balancing Debt & Savings

04:39 Essential Financial Steps for Physicians

05:27 Retirement Savings Options

06:08 AAFP Insurance Services: Resources & Benefits

10:11 Practical Savings Tips

11:09 Key Takeaways

13:26 Conclusion

Resources

AAFP Insurance Services

Connect with Jered Hunt, President, AAFP Insurance Services

FFFM | January 2025 Advocacy Rounds Jan 30, 2025

Show notes

In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully outlines the advocacy priorities the Academy has shared with the new Congress and administration and recaps other actions the AAFP has taken this month.

Topics

00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine and a recap of the AAFP's January 2025's advocacy work.

00:33 The AAFP's four main advocacy pillars to strengthen family medicine

02:34 AAFP Executive Vice President and CEO Shawn Martin's recent editorial in Healthcare Dive, calling for rural health care solutions

03:29 The Academy is a co-sponsor of the Rural Health Disparities Summit next month in Washington, D.C.

03:55 What's positive about two U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed rules around nicotine and tobacco products and what's missing from them.

04:45 Conclusion

Resources

Shawn Martin Op-Ed in Healthcare Dive

Letter to 119th Congress

Rural Health Disparities Summit Registration

AAFP Paper on Tobacco Use

FFFM | How Our Advocacy Works Jan 29, 2025

Show notes

As a new administration takes office and the 119th Congress begins its work, the Academy is in touch with both, advocating to center family medicine in the national health care conversation. In this episode of the Fighting for Family Medicine podcast, David Tully, vice president of Government Relations and a member of AAFP's advocacy team, talks about these latest advocacy efforts — and introduces a new way for Academy members to get involved.

Topics by Timestamp

01:10 What's in the AAFP's latest letters to the White House and Congress

02:51 What the Academy does to advocate beyond, and complementary to, this federal advocacy

03:30 Another vital element of the AAFP's advocacy: members

04:00 Introducing the Academy's new Advocacy Ambassador program for members

05:42 Save the date for our Family Medicine Advocacy Summit, coming in June.

06:18 Conclusion

Resources

The AAFP's Grassroots Advocacy Resources

AAFP Letter to President-elect Trump

AAFP Letter to the 119th Congress

AAFP Advocacy Wins