News & Announcements
Connect With State Lawmakers at 2016 Michigan Family Medicine Advocacy Day
12/03/2015
MAFP and the Michigan Association of Osteopathic Family Physicians—which collectively represent more than 4,500 Family Physicians statewide—invite you to the 2016 Michigan Family Medicine Advocacy Day on February 23 in Downtown Lansing. This annual event provides a valuable opportunity to talk with legislators about issues impacting Family Medicine in Michigan, including access to primary care, team-based healthcare, primary care workforce issues, and payment and delivery reforms.
Medicare Finalizes Payment for End-of-Life Services
11/07/2015
On October 30, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) promulgated a final rule that would update payment policies under the 2016 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS). Among the updates is the establishment of a separate payment and payment rate for Medicare providers who provide advanced care planning services.
Halloween Conference Treats Students & Residents with Learning, Networking Opportunities
11/04/2015
Amidst pumpkins, costumes, and sweet treats, medical students and Family Medicine residents from Michigan, neighboring states, and Canada convened at the Crowne Plaza in Lansing on Halloween for a day of hands-on learning and networking at the 2015 Michigan Future of Family Medicine Conference.
Michigan Prescription Drug & Opioid Abuse Task Force Releases Findings and Recommendations
10/29/2015
On October 26, the Michigan Prescription Drug and Opioid Abuse Task Force released its report of findings and strategic recommendations for addressing the growing problem of prescription drug and opioid abuse in Michigan. According to the report, schedule II prescriptions have quadrupled in Michigan over the past seven years, and data compiled by the Trust for America's Health ranked Michigan 18th in the nation for number of deaths due to drug overdose in 2011-2013.
Health is Primary Stop in Detroit Draws Largest City Tour Crowd Yet!
10/23/2015
After over one year spent planning and preparing for the Health is Primary Detroit City Tour, it finally took place on October 21. In the morning, Family Medicine for America's Health hosted panel discussions among Michigan healthcare leaders to showcase innovative primary care solutions that are driving the transformation of healthcare delivery in Michigan. All the while, Tess Tobolic, a Michigan artist commissioned by the MAFP, unveiled and put the finishing touches on an 8-foot by 4-foot mural that beautifully captures the breadth and depth of Family Medicine in our state. Another highlight was a behind-the-scenes tour of CHASS Center, a local primary care success story that's increasing access to comprehensive care, improving health, and impacting social determinants of health in southwest Detroit.
2015 AAFP Congress Debates Issues at the Forefront of Family Medicine
10/01/2015
This week, a delegation of MAFP members traveled to Denver, Colorado, to participate in the American Academy of Family Physicians’ Congress of Delegates—the policy-making body for the AAFP. The annual event spanning three days kicks off with a Town Hall meeting, and includes discussion on resolutions proposed by various states, as well as campaigns and elections of new AAFP officers and Board members and interactive discussions dedicated to uniting AAFP members and chapter staff.
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MAFP Physician Joins Colleagues in Reminding Parents to Get Their Children Immunized
08/20/2015
With fall upon us and kids preparing to head back to school, now is the perfect opportunity to remind parents of the importance of getting their children immunized. That was the focus of a press conference held on August 20, 2015, by the Michigan State Medical Society, Michigan Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, Michigan Academy of Family Physicians, and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Pamela Rockwell of Ann Arbor represented the Michigan Academy of Family Physicians during the press conference.
Explore Michigan Family Medicine Residency
08/05/2015
With over 20 Family Medicine Residency Programs to choose from in Michigan, there are endless opportunities for future family physicians! Start your exploration today!
Missed Our Certified Medical Examiner Training? We Can Still Help!
08/05/2015
The Michigan Academy of Family Physicians Foundation offered several opportunities for health care professionals to obtain the necessary training and certificate to take the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners certification examination. If you missed the live training, you're in luck! MAFP has secured a special discount for online training.
Michigan to Host October 21 Health is Primary City Tour
08/05/2015
The largest campaign ever launched to create awareness and support for the value of Family Physicians in improving the health of Americans through Primary Care will make an important stop in Detroit on Wednesday, October 21, as part of the nationwide 2015 Health is Primary City Tour.