Nominations for several AAFP awards are being solicited.  The Academy offers several awards recognizing individuals and/or groups whose initiatives or efforts benefit the family medicine specialty. Each award has its own focus, and deadlines or application periods can vary. Additional AAFP and AAFP Foundation awards will be promoted as those calls for nominations/applications are launched.

Information on AAFP Awards, Scholarships & Fellowships can be found on aafp.org for the following:

Deadline of March 1:

• The Humanitarian Award recognizes extraordinary and enduring humanitarian efforts.
• The John G. Walsh Award for Lifetime Contributions to Family Medicine honors individuals whose dedication and effective leadership has furthered the development of family medicine.

Deadline of March 24:

• The Exemplary Teaching Awards recognize exemplary teaching skills, the implementation of outstanding educational programs, and the development of innovative teaching models.
• The Thomas W. Johnson Award for Career Contributions to Family Medicine Education recognizes outstanding contributions to family medicine education in undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education spheres. AAFP chapters, members, and Academia may nominate an AAFP member.