Family Medicine Residents & Students

The Missouri Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) continues to offer programs and services that are important to medical students and residents interested in family medicine. MAFP is dedicated to helping family medicine residents and students become involved in their specialty organization and leading them to become Missouri family physicians. Learn more about membership.

Conferences and Events

Resident and student members are encouraged to attend Missouri Academy conferences and meetings to participate in a learning environment centered on family medicine. Discounted registration is provided to residents and students who are members of the Missouri AFP. When available, complimentary hotel accommodations are also offered.

Family Medicine Advocacy Day

February 23-24, 2026

Advocacy Day is an excellent opportunity to experience the legislative process and be the voice of Missouri Family Physicians. Learn more.

We encourage you to be involved in the legislative and regulatory process. If you want to learn more about MAFP’s advocacy initiatives outside of Advocacy Day, contact Bill Plank. 

Student Essay Contest

Deadline: August 1, 2026

The Missouri Academy of Family Physicians and Family Health Foundation of Missouri are sponsoring a Family Medicine Student Essay Contest for MAFP student members interested in family medicine. The theme of this year’s essay is: As you begin to embark on your career in family medicine, what will the future of family medicine look like, and how will you help shape it? Learn more.

FHFM Summer Externship Program

Deadline: April 15, 2026

Co-sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation & the Family Health Foundation of Missouri. The AAFP and FHFM have partnered to offer four-week summer externships to Missouri medical students interested in pursuing a career in Family Medicine. Participants will receive a $1,000 stipend. Learn more.

Honors, Awards and Scholarships

MO LEADS Honors Program

Top-performing medical students interested in Family Medicine are encouraged to apply for the MO LEADS Honors Program.  This competitive program, limited to 10 students, follows an academic year.  Selected applicants will engage with influential physicians to develop leadership and advocacy skills, connect with top family medicine students and residency directors in Missouri, create a philanthropic group project, and experience Missouri and national events that celebrate and support family medicine. Learn more.

Outstanding Resident of the Year Award

This award is presented to a graduating Missouri resident who exhibits exemplary patient care, demonstrates leadership, displays a commitment to the community, contributes to scholarly activity, and is dedicated to the specialty of Family Medicine. Learn more.

Medical Student Scholarship

Six top graduating Missouri medical students who are entering a Missouri family medicine residency are awarded certificates and scholarships of $500 each from the Family Health Foundation of Missouri.

Involvement and Professional Development

Serve on the Board of Directors

Delegate and Alternate for a Resident and Student: The Alternate Resident Director and Alternate Student Director are elected at the Missouri Reception held in conjunction with the NCFMRS in July/August. Each candidate submits a CV and Letter of Interest to the Missouri Academy office. This is a two-year commitment, serving as an Alternate Director for the first year and advancing to the Director position in the second year. Please complete the Leadership Application Form two weeks prior to the election. Email office@mo-afp.org with questions.

AAFP FUTURE Conference

One Resident and Student represent the MAFP as Delegates at this conference. Registration and travel expenses are covered. Individuals are selected on the rotating schedule below. 

Resident Delegate Rotation Schedule:

1. Capital Region (2026)
2. Northeast Regional (2027)
3. St. Luke’s (2028)
4. Mercy (2029)
5. SLU (2030)
6. Freeman (2031)
7. UMC (2032)
8. UMKC (2033)

Student Delegate Rotation Schedule of Schools with FMIG Group:

1. UMKC (2026)
2. UMC (2027)
3. SLU (2028)
4. KCUMB (2029)

Missouri Medical Schools

Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine – AT Still University
The University of Missouri – Columbia School of Medicine
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Medicine
Saint Louis University School of Medicine
Washington University School of Medicine