American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP)

Have you heard? Mikhail Varshavski is our keynote speaker for ACOFP '25! This is your chance to hear about his passion for family medicine, and why he thinks family medicine physicians will lead the charge in repairing our fractured healthcare system ???? Register before December 31 for early-bird savings, and start planning your visit!

When the Battle Comes Home: Supporting Veterans in Primary Care??? U.S. Army Colonel Todd Fredricks, DO, and U.S. Navy veteran Cynthia Bailey share personal stories and expert insights to help medical professionals enhance primary care for veterans. Read their perspectives: https://ow.ly/4Il850UbZHX

Night two of Best of ACOFP '24 delivered engaging discussions on critical topics in osteopathic family medicine: ?? Dermatology: Moderated by Jennifer Gwilym, DO, FACOFP, with insights from Dimitria Papdopoulos, DO, FAOCD, and Lacey Beth Walls, DO. ?? End of Life Care: Led by Shirley Sharp, DO, FACOFP, joined by Christine Khandelwal, DO, MHPE, and Emily Copel, DO, FACOFP. ?? SUD & Opioids: Facilitated by Robert Agnello, DO, FACOFP, featuring Kathleen Farrell, DO, and Alexis Cates, DO. A huge thank you to everyone who joined these impactful conversations. Let’s continue advancing the future of family medicine! ??

Incorporating Global Health and International Medicine Curriculums in Family Medicine Residencies ?? "With the growth of immigrant communities in the United States, as well as need for more physicians to care for underserved/isolated communities, understanding the benefits and challenges of global health education would be beneficial not only for training physicians but also for residency programs." Read Dr. Sharp's paper on the ACOFP Voice: https://ow.ly/mzCc50U9zz1

Attention osteopathic student doctors and residents! ?? Showcase your research at our annual convention: submit your abstract for the Poster Presentation competition at ACOFP '25! This is your chance to share insights, connect with family medicine leaders, and shine among your peers. Abstracts are due by December 1! Learn more and submit here: https://ow.ly/Y5Zy50U6coQ

???New Student Podcast!??? Nutrition facts every medical student should know ?? Join Julie Brown, a PA and RD at Midwestern University, and Sara Kayser, a third-year medical student at AZCOM and member of the Education Committee, as they explore the often-overlooked role of nutrition in patient care. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts!

The Cologuard? test has been available to screen adults 45 years and older who are at average risk for colorectal cancer. For 10 years, it prioritized both convenience and efficacy for patients, transforming the CRC landscape. Looking forward to seeing the continuous impacts you’ll make on colon cancer screening in the future. Exact Sciences #10YearsofCologuard

Bryson Rose, OMS-II, is the president of the VCOM Carolinas - Spartanburg, SC ACOFP Student Chapter! His favorite thing about Osteopathic family medicine: "Family medicine is a unique specialty in that we will see patients of all kinds with all sorts of presentations. I believe the osteopathic philosophy is the best foundation for treating each patient with the best care possible because it leaves no stone unturned when it comes to getting to the root of the issue. It’s not a matter of just alleviating the symptoms, but a chance to diagnose the true underlying cause." What a typical day looks like in his life as a student: "I like to keep my daily schedule as balanced as possible. Usually, I go to classes in the morning, enjoy a lunch break, and then attend an anatomy lab or an OMM lab in the afternoon. I always try to incorporate something active like weightlifting or pickleball with friends as well. After classes, and around the physical activity, I will pack in my studying and try to finish at a reasonable hour of the night." If he could meet one famous dead person, it would be: "Leonardo da Vinci. He was quite literally the archetype of the “Renaissance Man” and I’ve always been amazed by his inventiveness and creativity in the arts. Plus, taking a quick vacation to renaissance Italy would be a huge bonus." The first time he realized he wanted to be a physician: "I knew I wanted to be a physician when I realized the life-changing impact that I can have as a doctor and the widespread capabilities I will be trained and licensed to use. I know that my goal is to help my patients to the best of my ability, and I love the idea of having an extensive skill set and knowledge base that will help me accomplish this goal." #memberspotlight

Have you registered for the AOBFP OMT Performance Exam? ?? Take advantage of funding from the ACOFP Foundation to help support your journey to osteopathic board certification. Residents can receive up to $1,400 in financial support with the Initial Certification Grant—don't miss out!

Video Gamer's Knee ?? "A ten year old boy was brought by his mother for evaluation of a “sore” right knee. It had been painful for the past three weeks and the child had been limping for the past week." Read Dr. Botz's paper on ACOFP Voice: https://lnkd.in/gcm9cTR7