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Mark your calendars for the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students (National Conference) Thursday-Saturday, August 1-3, in Kansas City, MO! This event brings together medical students and family medicine residents who share a passion for family medicine. Make plans to join your peers at this year’s event for the best education, networking, and exhibitor and residency program interactions for your specialty.

Discover all family medicine has to offer—all in one place. National Conference is the destination for family medicine residents and medical students to learn more about family medicine, develop leadership skills, influence AAFP policy, explore residency programs, and connect with potential employers. Register by May 16th and receive $50 off your registration.

There are numerous opportunities for participation during National Conference, and scholarships to support students and residents in attending this valuable event. Listed below are a few current openings and keep an eye on your inbox for additional information coming from the LAFP!

National Conference Scholarships

Applications close Monday, May 1

Family Medicine Leads Scholarships to National Conference are provided by the AAFP Foundation. Family Medicine Leads focuses on filling the workforce pipeline with the best and the brightest, as well as supporting the development of future family medicine leaders. In 2024, 250 scholarships will be awarded to attend National Conference. The $600 scholarship is intended to help reduce out-of-pocket expenses (registration, travel, lodging, and meals).

Scholarship categories include:

  • Early Career Student (Rising MS1-MS3)
  • Student (Rising MS4) or Resident Primary Care Champion
  • Family Medicine Interest Group (FMIG) Leaders

We hope to see you in Kansas City! For more information, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 225.301.1947.

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