Connecticut Academy of Family Physicians

10/13/2025

Registration for this year's Scientific Symposium CLOSES THIS WEDNESDAY! Secure your spot and register today before it's too late!

📅 Wednesday, October 29th & Thursday, October 30th
📍 Aqua Turf Club
🕒 Wednesday: 8AM - 5:30PM | Thursday: 8AM - 4PM
🔗 Register HERE: https://ctafp.org/register/

09/11/2025

a great OP-ED submitted by Dr. Michael Good:

Unlike fairy tales of old, these monsters are real- I have seen them. Talk to the elders in your family, they will tell you of loved ones and friends lost.

09/10/2025

Thank you AAFP for standing up for family physicians and our patients!!!!!
https://www.aafp.org/news/media-center/statements/family-physicians-call-on-president-to-reconsider-secretary-kennedys-ability-to-serve.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawMuns5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHlxapZtVdoGRt4XFCU4EcxXe6RNLXUnqNxLJRQVVMPy9TNmSXXeJEuKmkf1x_aem_3IWBnrUfqncm7EoR2CXheg

The American Academy of Family Physicians has no choice but to call for action. We urge the President to continue prioritizing the health and safety of the American people by re-evaluating Secretary Kennedy’s ability to serve in his current capacity.

08/22/2025

FREE CME Opportunity: Harm Reduction in Primary Care: Principles, Practice and Partnerships

📅 Tuesday, September 9, 2025

⌚ 6-7 p.m. CDT

You're on the front line of opioid care. To support you, the AAFP has created a free CME webinar, "Harm Reduction in Primary Care: Principles, Practice and Partnerships." This one-hour course presents the latest on the use of harm reduction in managing opioid use disorder and shares firsthand accounts of stigma and harm mitigation strategies.

Key topics include:

🔴 Stigma that discourages and limits access to high-quality services

🔴Disparities in health outcomes among marginalized communities

🔴Coordination and integration of activities and services across care systems

🔴Scaling up effective culturally responsive substance use and su***de prevention initiatives

🔴Addressing lack of awareness and stigma regarding effective strategies implementing harm reduction education, messaging and services



Learners will also be invited to continue their education on this important topic by attending a SAHMSA-funded FMX session, as well as an invitation to participate in the On Demand continuation of this activity, launching later in October.

Earn 1 CME credit while learning how to introduce harm reduction strategies, including evidence-based interventions, to support patients with opioid use disorders in achieving better health outcomes and minimizing risk.

To register, visit: https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/harm-reduction.html

08/14/2025

📢 Mark your calendars for the 2025 Scientific Symposium! Join us for two days with countless insights! From the latest in heart failure and preventative s*xual health to practical coding tips, evolving strategies in mental health management, and pediatric risk mitigation. This year’s program is designed to equip you with clinical knowledge you can use immediately in practice. 🩺

📆 Wednesday, October 29th & Thursday, October 30th
📍 Aqua Turf Club
🌟 Register TODAY at https://ctafp.org/register/

We hope to see you in October!

08/06/2025

FREE CME Reminder - One Week Away!

"Identifying and Caring for Patients with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders"

📅 Wednesday, August 13, 2025
🕰️ 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. EST

Prenatal exposure to alcohol and other drugs is a leading cause of birth defects and neurodevelopmental abnormalities in the United States.

The American Academy of Family Physicians has created an impactful, free webinar to hone your knowledge and practical skills for identifying and managing Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders.

Participation in this webinar will enable you to implement evidence-based practices and enhance your ability to deliver high-quality care, stay updated with current guidelines and improve patient outcomes.

Take advantage of this free online activity and earn 1 CME credit.

Register now by visiting: https://www.aafp.org/cme/all/child-adolescent-health/fasd.html

08/05/2025

CAFP member and AAFP Board member, Dr. Kathy Mueller featured in this informative article.

There's no guarantee, but it's worth a try?

08/05/2025

Lead the Conversation on COVID-19 Vaccines 💉

As the trusted source of information for patients and communities, you need the latest resources from the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) for addressing COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy.

On aafp.org, you’ll find language to respond to common patient questions and misconceptions about the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines in a new conversation tool called “A Clinical Guide for Discussing COVID-19 Vaccinations.”

You may earn free CME credit as you learn tips for addressing hesitancy while building confidence among patients by listening to the “COVID-19 Vaccine Champion: Education on Administration and Best Practices” CME on the Go podcast episode.

New patient-focused resources are also available on FamilyDoctor.org. Watch for supplemental information as well in the July/August FPM issue.

The landscape continues to be riddled with misinformation. Lead the way with confidence with these resources that help you improve patient and community outcomes.

To learn more, visit: https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/public-health-emergencies/recent-outbreaks/covid-19/covid-19-vaccine.html?

08/04/2025

Just Launched: 2025 Career Benchmark Survey

Interested in how your salary, benefits and job satisfaction stack up in today’s market? The encourages you and your fellow members to spend 10 minutes filling out the new Career Benchmark Survey.

After the success of the first-ever AAFP Career Benchmark Dashboard, we’re excited to round out the data with new insights and the latest numbers to arm our members with the knowledge they need to make smart career moves.

📊 The more data received, the better the insights. Help CTAFP be a top contributor!

📅 Be sure to take the survey by November 3.

👉Fill out your info at: https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/practice-and-career/managing-yourcareer/family-medicine-career-benchmark-dashboard.html

07/31/2025

Help Patients Make the Right Call 💉



You know the power of immunizations to protect your adult patients. Yet misinformation stands in the way—especially in communities hit hardest by disparities. To help, the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) and CDC created a report with quality improvement strategies to guide your patients toward informed decisions.

Better vaccine conversations start here: https://www.aafp.org/family-physician/patient-care/prevention-wellness/immunizations-vaccines.html

07/30/2025

🩺 Medical Students: Ready to lead?

Apply now for American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) student leadership roles like Board of Directors, National Conference Chair, FMIG Network Coordinator & more! Build leadership skills, attend national meetings and make your mark.

Deadlines vary—don’t wait! Visit: https://www.aafp.org/membership/get-involved/awards-and-leadership-opportunities/leadership/students-residents/student.html to view Student Leadership Opportunities!

07/29/2025

American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) members can already access savings of 15-50% on personal subscriptions to UpToDate. But now through August 31, 2025, UpToDate is offering AAFP members an additional 5% discount on annual subscriptions. Take advantage of this exclusive offer today and gain access to UpToDate's evidence-based, physician-authored clinical resources. Claim your exclusive discount by visiting: https://www.aafp.org/membership/benefits/advantage/uptodate.html