
Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians
Welcome to the PAFP!
We are Pennsylvania’s state chapter of the AAFP.
There’s no specialty like family medicine. You put your energy into building healthy patients, families and communities. Lean into us for the connection and education you need to refuel that energy here in Pennsylvania.
News Highlights
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AAFP Career Benchmark Survey
Learn More: AAFP Career Benchmark SurveyHelp infuse new data into the Career Benchmark Dashboard. The anonymous 2025 Career Benchmark Survey is open now through November 3. About the AAFP Career Benchmark Dashboard Imagine arming yourself with…
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Summer 2025 Keystone Physician
Learn More: Summer 2025 Keystone PhysicianThe digital edition of the summer issue of Keystone Physician magazine is now available online. Features include:
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Win a Weekend Getaway to Hershey Hotel
Learn More: Win a Weekend Getaway to Hershey HotelOn December 2, the PAFP will randomly select one active member who has renewed for 2026 to win a two-night stay at the luxurious Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA. The…
Member News
AAFP 2025 Career Benchmark Survey – Your Voice is Needed
By completing the survey, you’ll be helping compile data that will provide a more robust picture of modern compensation for family physicians across the United States — and right here in Pennsylvania.
PA joins the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact for Physicians.
With PAFP’s encouragement, the Shapiro Administration has joined three interstate health care compacts, including IMLC, easing licensing for doctors to practice in other participating states.
Mandated CME – Fall FM Essentials CME Summit, October 25 at the Sheraton Station Square, Pittsburgh
Make plans to join us to get your mandated Child Protection, Opioid/Pain Management and Patient Safety CME.
Call for 2026 CME Conference Speakers
Calling all health care providers! We invite you to share your knowledge and expertise! PAFP strives to bring together physician subject matter experts, thought leaders and solution providers to energize, empower and educate. Our CME conferences feature speakers who offer practical guidance and specific lessons-learned/takeaways that enable attendees to apply what they’ve learned immediately in practice.

About PAFP
The community for family physicians in Pennsylvania
The PAFP is a vital network of MD and DO physicians, residents and students who are passionate about family medicine. With 5,500+ members, we are the largest community of family physicians in the state.

Advocacy
Fighting for family physicians in Harrisburg — and beyond
As a constituent, respected community member, and health care authority, you have the power to influence change at all levels of government. When you engage with elected officials, you amplify the PAFP’s work to shape state policies favorable to your practice and patients.
Upcoming Events & CME
Fall FM Essentials CME Summit
Sheraton Station Square, Pittsburgh
Oct. 25, 2025
Spring CONNECT Conference
Wind Creek Bethlehem
Apr. 3-4, 2026
Summer Sea-M-E at Dewey Beach
Hyatt Place, Dewey Beach, Delaware
Jun. 7-11, 2026
2026 Fall FM Essentials Summits
Three events: Oct. 3, Oct. 10, Oct. 31
Oct. 3-31, 2026
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Free Online CME Webcasts – Available 24/7

Residents & Students
Support for the family physicians of the future
From medical school through residency and throughout your whole career, PAFP and AAFP offer meaningful support. No matter what path your family medicine journey takes, the PAFP community offers resources and connections across the state to assist in each stage of your career.

Membership
PAFP membership adds value to your AAFP membership
If you’re a member of the AAFP living in PA, you’re already a member of the PAFP. Membership in the two organizations is unified. As a PAFP member, you’ll be part of Pennsylvania’s largest subspecialty organization and the only organization that solely represents family physicians.
Not an AAFP member? Join today.
Sponsors
Family Physician Careers
Family Medicine Physician Opportunities
WellSpan Health, Central PA
Family Physician
Montour Family Medicine
Board-certified Emergency or Family Physcian
Main Line Health
BC/BE Family Medicine, Primary Care Sports Medicine
St Luke’s University Health Network
Family Medicine Team
Penn State Health
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