Programs to Explore Family Medicine

The following are MAFP programs that will allow medical students to gain experience and knowledge about family medicine.

Virtual FMIG
It is often said the experience of medical school is like trying to take a drink of water from a fire hydrant.  Copious amounts of information can easily overwhelm a medical student who doesn't anticipate and plan ahead.  This section is designed to help you anticipate common pitfalls by providing timely advice and resources that complement the counsel provided by faculty advisors, preceptors, attending physicians and residents.

National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students is a conference designed by and for medical students and family medicine residents.  If you are considering family medicine as your specialty, this is the place to go!  The MAFP and U of M Department of Family Medicine and Community Health team up to provide scholarships for medical students to attend this conference held each year in late July or early August in Kansas City. Scholarships cover the conference registration, transportation and lodging.

The David Mersy, M.D., Summer Externship Program
The MAFP Foundation provides externship grants through the David Mersy, M.D., Medical Student Summer Externship program. Proposals are submitted to the MAFP Foundation in February of each year. Stipends of $2,000 are awarded to the students.

Residency Recruitment Event
The Residency Recruitment Event is held annually in the fall.  This event is free to students and guest.  Students can visit with residency program representatives from Minnesota and nearby states. This event also offers procedure workshops.

MAFP Annual Meeting
The Annual Meeting is a three-day event organized by the MAFP for physicians, residents, and students. The meeting is composed of the House of Delegates on day one followed by the Spring Refresher which is two days of educational seminars. During the Spring Refresher, a lunch is scheduled on a topic chosen by students and for students.  Medical students receive complementary registration.