IFM | Propelling Your Career
Inside Family Medicine
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 organizations. Meet the Panel Lauren Brown-Berchtold, MD, FAAFP, program director for the San Joaquin General Family Medicine Residency in French Camp, California Tamaan...
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CME | Focus Forward: Navigating ADHD Across the Lifespan
Inside Family Medicine
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 patients and families. Join us in this insightful episode as we explore ADHD from childhood through adulthood, breaking down the signs, symptoms, and evidence-based treatments. Our expert...
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FFFM | The Art of Family Medicine Leadership
Inside Family Medicine
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 specialty, a highly respected educator and a leader in Oklahoma as well as among his peers nationwide. Topics 00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine for a conversation,...
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CME | From Prescriptions to Prevention: How Lifestyle Medicine Can Change Your Practice and Your Patients
Inside Family Medicine
The CME on the Go series of the Inside Family Medicine podcast lets you — 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 satisfaction. In this episode, we dive into the foundational principles of lifestyle medicine, a growing field that places prevention and whole-person care at the forefront of medical practice. Experts discuss the six pillars of lifestyle...
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IFM | Celebrating Leadership and Advocacy
Inside Family Medicine
As the AAFP recognizes Family Medicine Week, Inside Family Medicine welcomes . 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 for family medicine and offers advice to aspiring leaders in the field. The episode also highlights ongoing initiatives aimed at supporting students, residents, and new physicians in family medicine. Related Resources Topics 00:00...
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IFM | A Journey into Family and Sports Medicine
Inside Family Medicine
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 years at Loyola University Chicago, where she was inspired to pursue a career in sports medicine, to her current roles at the University of California, Davis Medical Center, UC Davis Athletics and USA...
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FFFM | September Family Medicine Advocacy Rounds
Inside Family Medicine
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 Vot-ER partnership encouraging family physicians to ensure they are registered to vote 04:22 Closing Resources In the Trenches blog post: In the Trenches blog post: on 2025 Medicare...
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CME | Sleep Tight, Breathe Right: Unraveling OSA Mysteries
Inside Family Medicine
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 practical tips to improve patient outcomes and CPAP adherence. In this episode, we take an in-depth look at obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), a condition that affects millions yet often goes...
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FFFM | Tales From the Hill
Inside Family Medicine
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 educate lawmakers about primary care even without traveling to D.C. Topics 00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine for a conversation about the AAFP’s increasing prominence among the...
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IFM | Medical Insights on Cannabis and Alcohol Use During Pregnancy
Inside Family Medicine
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 preconception counseling, and effective strategies for family physicians to screen and counsel patients about substance use during pregnancy. For more information, view , a supplement published in the...
info_outlineThis 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 organizations.
Meet the Panel
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Lauren Brown-Berchtold, MD, FAAFP, program director for the San Joaquin General Family Medicine Residency in French Camp, California
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Tamaan Osbourne-Roberts, MD, MBA, FAAFP, chief medical officer and vice president of health strategy at the public sector health plan Colorado Access
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Jason Marker, MD, MPA, FAAFP, associate director of the Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency program in South Bend, Indiana
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00:00 Introduction
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03:30 Advice to Young Members on Building Connections
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05:38 Impact of Professional Relationships on Career Choices
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08:20 Resources and Opportunities in Professional Associations
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10:50 Addressing Physician Well-being and Mental Health
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13:08 Closing Gaps in Family Medicine
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15:00 Opportunities in Professional Organizations
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16:47 Leadership Pathways with AAFP
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18:10 The Importance of Sponsorship and Allyship
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21:52 Finding Your Leadership Niche
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24:07 The Role of Relationships in Leadership
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25:42 Final Thoughts on Career Development
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