American Academy of Family Physicians’ (AAFP) Executive Vice President and CEO Shawn Martin was selected as one of Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare in 2025. Modern Healthcare recognizes leaders who are shaping the health care community.
From launching a Summit about responsible AI in healthcare to tirelessly advocating to protect public health to influencing bipartisan policy efforts to increase investment in primary care, Shawn has solidified the AAFP and family physicians’ central role in the national healthcare conversation.
Shawn’s work is bolstered by Academy staff and members in their unwavering commitment to the shared goal of elevating family medicine and improving the lives of patients everywhere.
The Academy thanks you for supporting its work in protecting patients, physicians, and communities. Join us in congratulating Shawn for his meaningful contributions to family medicine on your social media platforms.



