FFFM | Inside the 2025 Family Medicine Advocacy Summit
Release Date: 07/01/2025
CME | Menopause, Minus the Mystery: What Every Clinician Should Know
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of CME on the Go our hosts delve into menopause, providing family physicians with essential insights, treatment options, and the latest research findings. While discussing hormone replacement therapy, non-hormonal treatments, and the interpretation of the Women's Health Initiative, the hosts emphasize patient-centered care and the natural progression of menopause. This episode aims to equip physicians with practical tools and knowledge, enhancing their ability to support patients through this critical stage of life. Topics By Timestamp 00:00 Welcome to...
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FFFM | August 2025 Advocacy Rounds
Inside Family Medicine
In this Advocacy Rounds update on the Inside Family Medicine podcast, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully recaps the Academy’s August advocacy, including messages to lawmakers during this month’s congressional recess. Topics By Timestamp 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Key takeaways from the AAFP’s summary of the 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule 01:46 The Academy’s latest advocacy to curtail Medicare Advantage plans’ administrative burden 02:45 What the AAFP and Academy members are telling lawmakers during August recess,...
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IFM | From Data to Dollars: Real Talk on Family Physician Compensation
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of Inside Family Medicine, we are joined by Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour and Dr. Stacey Bartell to discuss the critical topic of physician compensation. They explore the importance of understanding your worth, the persistent gender wage gap, and the role of the AAFP Career Benchmark Dashboard in promoting transparency and equity. The guests share personal stories emphasizing the need for fair compensation, career flexibility, and advocating for better working conditions to attract more medical students to family medicine. This episode provides valuable insights and resources for...
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FFFM | Recent Supreme Court Rulings and Family Medicine
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of Fighting for Family Medicine, David Tully, AAFP vice president of Government Relations, is joined by Shannon Rohn Deere of Leavitt Partners, a consultant the Academy works with to track U.S. Supreme Court cases. Their conversation goes over recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions affecting family physicians, including Medina v. Planned Parenthood, U.S. v. Skrmetti and Kennedy v. Braidwood. They also discuss anticipated future cases with potential primary care impacts. Topics by Timestamp 00:00 Introduction ...
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CME | DPC, VBC & Me: Finding Your Fit Within Family Medicine Payment Models
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of CME on the Go, our hosts engage in an in-depth discussion on two essential practice models for family physicians: Direct Primary Care (DPC) and Value-Based Care (VBC). The hosts explain the intricacies of both models, their impact on patient care, and their relevance to contemporary medical practice. They highlight DPC's focus on reducing administrative burdens and fostering direct financial relationships with patients. VBC is explored as an approach aimed at enhancing care quality and reducing healthcare costs by shifting the focus from volume to value. ...
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IFM | Immunization Awareness Month: Dr. Reed Tuckson on Bolstering Trust in Health and Science
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of Inside Family Medicine Dr. Reed Tuckson, co-founder of the Coalition for Trust in Health and Science, talks about the importance of promoting trust in the medical community, particularly in relation to vaccines. Dr. Tuckson discusses the formation and goals of the Coalition for Trust in Health and Science, which aims to counter misinformation and foster trust among the public through collaboration among a wide array of health organizations. The conversation delves into the challenges clinicians face in combating medical misinformation, the role of humility and listening in...
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FFFM | How H.R. 1 Will Affect Family Medicine
Inside Family Medicine
H.R. 1 is now law, and it will affect family physicians and their communities in numerous ways. In this episode, AAFP Government Relations Vice President David Tully talks with members of the AAFP’s GR team about H.R. 1’s impacts on primary care. You’ll also hear about what happens next, and how AAFP members can get involved, starting with advocacy this month during Congress’ August recess. Topics By Timestamp: 00:00 Introduction 01:02 Team introductions 01:30 Medicaid barriers in H.R. 1 With some exemptions, individuals ages 19-64 in...
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CME | Contraception: The Comprehensive Conversation Our Patients Deserve to Have
Inside Family Medicine
In this episode of CME on the Go, our hosts discuss various birth control options and their clinical relevance. The podcast provides insights into long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARCs), vasectomy, and oral contraceptives, addressing common misconceptions and patient counseling strategies. Key topics include the history and types of contraceptives, the importance of pain management during IUD insertion, and assessing patient suitability for different methods. The discussion also emphasizes the role of family physicians in guiding patients through their contraceptive...
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IFM: Celebrating 100 Episodes: Inspiring Journeys in Family Medicine
Inside Family Medicine
In the 100th episode of Inside Family Medicine, we commemorate this milestone by featuring the personal stories and pivotal moments of several family physicians from past episodes. You will hear from Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour, Dr. Sarah Cole, Dr. Kate Tian, Dr. Kevin Wang, Dr. Jerry Abraham, and Dr. Jen Caudle. The episode reflects on the specialty's commitment to people, relationships, and communities, celebrating the depth and breadth of family medicine. Topics By Timestamp 00:00 Introduction 00:46 Dr. Yalda Jabbarpour 03:02 Dr....
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FFFM | July 2025 Advocacy Rounds
Inside Family Medicine
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, starting with initial AAFP reaction to the 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule. The episode also talks about the health care impacts of H.R. 1 and the Academy’s recent feedback to regulators about health care artificial intelligence strategy. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 2026 Medicare physician fee schedule proposed rule 01:38...
info_outlineThe AAFP just wrapped up its 2025 Family Medicine Advocacy Summit, which brought more than 300 Academy members to Washington, D.C., to meet with their lawmakers and congressional staff and advance our policy goals. In this Fighting for Family Medicine podcast episode, David Tully, vice president of Government Relations for the Academy, talks with two FMAS participants. Members also hear how they can amplify their colleagues’ in-person advocacy.
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00:00 Welcome to Fighting for Family Medicine for a conversation with FMAS participants.
02:02 Introducing John Cawley, MD, of Colorado, chair of the AAFP’s Commission on Federal and State Policy; and Laura Bowshier, MD, of Iowa, vice chair of the Family Medicine Political Action Committee’s advisory board
02:48 Drs. Bowshier and Cawley talk about their top advocacy issues.
03:48 How Medicaid cuts would affect Dr. Bowshier’s practice
05:05 What Drs. Bowshier and Cawley want lawmakers to understand about ACIP
07:27 Advice to first-time FMAS attendees
10:24 Talking about the AAFP’s Advocacy Ambassadors program
13:16 How cuts to the Medicare physician fee schedule have affected Drs. Bowshier’s and Cawley’s practices
16:13 How you can get involved
17:06 Conclusion
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