Foundation Programs

MAFP Foundation:  A robust agenda for family medicine. 

Your gift will help fund patient and professional activities, educational programs and research grants to Minnesota's next generation of family physicians. 

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Practice-Based Research:

The David Mersy, M.D., Student Externship Program
Through a competitive process, $2,000 in grants are available to medical students interested in family medicine research projects.

2009 Winners:
Jean Lennon, MS1, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities
Topic:  The Role Social Support Plays for Women in Smoking Cessation Programs by Education Level

Maureen Ayers Looby, MS1, University of Minnesota - Duluth
Topic:  Obesity and the Occurrence of Physicians who Acknowledge and Address Obesity with an Adult Patient

Click here for application instructions (PDF)
Click here for research ideas (PDF)
Click here for a sample application (PDF)
 

Resident Research Grant Program
Family medicine residents interested in pursuing practice-based research during their residency may apply for a $3,000 grant.

2009 Winners:
Jordan Moe, M.D., Duluth
Topic:  Epidemiological Evaluation of Injuries Associated with Outdoor Hunting Activities

Mark Morgan, M.D., Mayo
Topic:  A Shorthand for Windows Dictionaries Used by Providers and Patients

Tanner Nissly, D.O., North Memorial
Topic:  Does Rapid Antigen Testing (RA testing) Increase Trichomonas vaginalis Detection in High-Risk Asymptomatic Population?

Kate Vickery, M.D.
(Team Leader for the project designed by the residents at United)
Topic:  The Role that Psychosocial and Economic Factors in the Community’s Health Priorities

Click here to view photos of the 2009 grant recipients (PDF)
Click here for application instructions (PDF)
Click here for a sample application (PDF)
 

The MAFP Research Network
Our commitment to practice-based research is further demonstrated with a grant that we award the MAFP Research Network in support of their ongoing research involving clinics across Minnesota.

All of these research programs are made possible with funding support from:

Members of the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP)
MAFP Foundation
American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation and its Family Medicine Philanthropic Consortium
LifeScience Alley
Miller-Dwan Foundation
Stratis Health
Minnesota Deer Hunters Association
 

Patient Education

Leading a Healthier Life with Chronic Conditions
This six-week workshop is for patients with chronic and complex health conditions who want to learn how to manage their illness, enhance their day-to-day living and lead a healthier, more satisfying life.   Led by trained lay leaders, participants receive fifteen hours of classroom learning.  Stanford University’s School of Medicine developed this evidence-based workshop, which is now available to Minnesotans through a collaboration of local health organizations.

Resource Guide for Seniors
Designed for senior citizens, the guide lists patient assistance programs that offer free or low-cost prescription drugs and promotes the Senior LinkAge Line for seniors in need of in-home community services to maintain a more independent lifestyle.
 

Professional Education

How to Work Effectively with Trained Interpreters
This one-hour education session is for family physicians, family medicine residents and medical students who want to enhance their communication with patients who have limited English proficiency.  The program is a partnership of the MAFP Foundation, Minnesota Medical Association, Interpreters Stakeholders Group and MAFP Academic Affairs Committee. 

Protect Your Patients Against Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
Health care workers are invited to protect themselves and their patients against pertussis.  Education and prevention is the focus of this awareness campaign for health care professionals who have direct patient contact. 
 

Promoting Family Medicine

Family Docs in Motion 3k Run & Walk
Family physicians demonstrate their own commitment to exercise by participating in a non-competitive 3k run and walk held annually at the MAFP Spring Refresher conference.  Corporate sponsorships are available.  Funds raised at the event support patient and professional programs. 

 MAFP ”Family Docs In Motion” Sports Tek Shirts

Order one today!  Promote family medicine as you demonstrate your healthy life style.   The MAFP logo is printed on the front and “Family Docs in Motion” is printed on the back.  Short and long sleeves are available.  A portion of each sale supports patient and professional programs.   

For more information about any of these programs please email Lynn Balfour, Executive Director at foundation@mafp.org