This month, we launched a statewide health care provider engagement campaign to expand the reach and impact of the ACEs Aware initiative. The campaign is designed to help clinical health care teams understand the importance of screening for adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and invites them to join the ACEs Aware movement by getting trained and […]
The 2021 Officers were installed at the 2021 All Member Advocacy meeting. President Shannon Connolly, MD, FAAFP Los Angeles, CA (Read more about Dr. Connolly) Immediate Past President David Bazzo, MD, FAAFP San Diego, CA President-Elect Lauren Simon, MD Redlands, CA Secretary/Treasurer Anthony "Fatch" Chong, MD San Diego, CA Speaker Raul Ayala, MD, MHCM Fresno, […]
1. What inspired you to become a physician? I went into medical school because I was interested in the science of medicine, but more than that I knew that a career as a physician would be a gift; as I would have the privilege of serving others and spend my career helping people and families […]
Providers of Adolescent Services: What to Expect After Enrolling in the CA COVID-19 Vaccination Program Webinar Tuesday, May 25th 5:00 - 6:00 PM Pacific Time Click here to register Join the California Department of Public Health and California Medical Association for an informational session covering clinical guidance for COVID-19 vaccination of adolescents and provider requirements for participating […]
Join AAFP on Wednesday, May 26th at 6:30pm ET/3:30pm PT for a briefing co-hosted with seven other primary care organizations on the NASEM Report on implementing high quality primary care. The program is a two panel event that includes national experts as well as a reaction panel. The event will be live streamed on the […]
Senator Hurtado was awarded the 2021 Champion of Family Medicine award at the 2021 All Member Advocacy Meeting (May 15, 2021) Senator Hurtado is the youngest woman ever elected to the California State Senate. Her Senate district runs from Fresno to south of Bakersfield — some of the richest and most fertile farmland in the […]
Dr. Abraham was awarded the 2021 Hero of Family Medicine award at the 2021 All Member Advocacy Meeting (May 15, 2021) Honestly, this year was an extremely tough competition because SO MANY OF YOU were out there on the frontlines, putting your lives at risk for your patients during very dark and difficult times. Do […]
Dr. Ha was awarded the 2021 Resident of the Year award at the 2021 All Member Advocacy Meeting (May 15, 2021) Dr. Emmeline Ha is a third-year resident at Stanford University, and the 2021 Family Medicine Resident of the Year. Dr. Ha is an enthusiastic leader in both her residency program and in the Academy. […]
Dr. Hahn was awarded the 2021 Barbara Harris Award for Excellence in Education award at the 2021 All Member Advocacy Meeting (May 15, 2021) The 2021 Barbara Harris Award for Excellence in Education is presented to Monica Hahn, MD, MPH, MS, AAHIVS. Dr. Hahn is an Associate Professor of Family and Community Medicine at the […]
