THE FUTURE OF THE FAMILY MEDICINE REVOLUTION STARTS HERE.

With ten medical schools and 55 family medicine residencies in rural, suburban and urban communities, Pennsylvania offers a wealth of resources for those pursuing a career in medicine.

Check out the video below to see the impact of the PAFP Foundation on student activities!

WHY BECOME A STUDENT MEMBER in AAFP/PAFP?

Membership is FREE for medical students! And of course, we wouldn't ask you to join if you wouldn't benefit!

Become a student member of AAFP and PAFP to get connected to family medicine - clinical journals, research, scholarship and leadership opportunities are just some of the benefits of membership. You'll be in the loop so you don't miss any opportunities. Join today!

 ARE OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AND INFORMATION AVAILABLE?

Of course! Check out the grid below to learn everything you'll want to know about being a student member of the AAFP/PAFP.

Get Involved

Student Membership opens a window to great leadership opportunities, giving you a head start on the skills and tools you'll need to be an effective family physician!

• Available leadership opportunities: If you've got a desire to lead, we've got a spot for you! Students are represented on the PAFP Board of Directors, in commissions, and as delegates.
• Meet your student leaders: Say hello to your elected student leaders! They'll gladly answer any questions you might have about student involvement in the PAFP.
• AAFP Resources support your exploration of Family Medicine and help guide you through a successful residency match! Videos, virtual & in-person events, leadership development, research, awards and so much more! Membership is the key that opens many doors! 
• FMEC Annual Meeting: Focused on the Northeast region of the US, FMEC brings together FM residencies, medical schools, students & residents for an inspiring and energizing conference each fall in rotating locations around the region for workshops, plenary speakers, research & posters and so much more. Come for the program & stay for the community - find your people! Student scholarships are available! Find out more here.

On-Campus

The PAFP offers plenty of help as you navigate the sometimes difficult waters of your college career! It won't always be easy, but it will absolutely be worth your while!

• Family Medicine Interest Groups (FMIGs): Family medicine interest groups (FMIGs) are the face of Family Medicine at medical schools. Run by talented student volunteers and supported by the PAFP and AAFP, these student groups plan events, bring speakers and workshops to campus, and link students to important conferences and scholarship opportunities. AAFP's FMIG resources are a treasure trove, including core funding & special program grant opportunities. Looking to make a connection to your FMIG or seek PAFP support? Contact Molly Talley at PAFP.  

Financial Information

It's the elephant in the room: Studying medicine can be expensive. Here's how we can help.

• Loan repayment programs: Primary care physician loan repayment programs are offered on state and national levels that match primary care physicians to the physician shortage areas that need them in exchange for repayment of medical school debt. Learn more about the recent enhancements in these programs resulting from health care reform.
• AAFP: Managing Medical School Debt: Medical school is an investment in your future & in public health. You CAN afford to be a family physician, so be true to your passion to make a meaningful impact and help keep communities healthy. 

 
Conferences and Events

With membership in the PAFP, a whole world of exciting conferences, meetings and events opens before you!

• Research Day: Come present your original research to a friendly, supportive audience at the PAFP and Foundation's Research Day. We can even help cover your travel expenses! 
•  AAFP FUTURE (formerly AAFP National Conference): With hundreds of exhibitors and dozens of workshops and open business meetings, the AAFP's National Conference provides a wonderful opportunity to learn about family medicine. Scholarships are available from AAFP and PAFP to support your participation. 
• FMEC Annual Meeting: Focused on the Northeast region of the US, FMEC brings together FM residencies, medical schools, students & residents for an inspiring and energizing conference each fall in rotating locations around the region for workshops, plenary speakers, research & posters and so much more. Come for the program & stay for the community - find your people! Student scholarships are available! Find out more here.

A ROADMAP TO YOUR FUTURE: THINKING AHEAD TO RESIDENCY

 
We've put Pennsylvania's 55 family medicine residency programs on the map! Where would you like to end up?

• Click here for an alphabetical directory of the family medicine residency programs!
• Click here for fellowship programs in Pennsylvania!