Issues: August 25, 2020
Don’t Miss Out on this Opportunity to Purchase PPE!
The OAFP is pleased to announce that through a collaboration with the AAFP and Project N95, members have a special opportunity to purchase N95 respirators, Level 1 AAMI isolation gowns, and disposable face shields in bulk. Read More
Dr. Mary Krebs Recipient of the Foundation’s Mentorship Award
“From the start, Dr. Krebs has challenged me and has shaped my clinical thinking and ability to provide a concise and thoughtful oral presentation,” said Melanie Biegler. Read More
A Year in Review; Live Discussion with Dr. McMaster this Sunday
Join the discussion on August 30 at 8 p.m. with with Immediate Past President Anna McMaster, MD, FAAFP, and hear what your Academy has accomplished in the last year! Read More
Virtual Diabetes Healthcare Provider Summit on October 3
Paid Sponsorship by The Diabetes Institute at Ohio University
Get equipped with information to diagnosis, manage, and treat prediabetes and diabetes. Read More
Dates Set for Racial Equity Book Club; Plan Your Reading and Register for September’s Program
The club will meet monthly during a weeknight via Zoom. A physician volunteer will facilitate the discussion by using guided questions to help readers share their personal reflections of the book being reviewed. Read More
Virtual Hypertension and Care of Children KSAs Set for Fall; Register Today!
Space is limited for the Hypertension KSA on October 4 and the Care of Children KSA on November 1; reserve your seat today! Read More
AAFP Issues Statement on Pharmacists Administering Vaccines to Children
“While we acknowledge the importance of getting patients caught up on vaccines, the AAFP has concerns that allowing vaccinations to be given outside of the patient’s usual primary care setting could disrupt the doctor-patient relationship that is so critical, especially during a health pandemic,” began Gary LeRoy, MD. Read More
OAFP Board to Address Resolution on Police Brutality
During its meeting on September 13, the OAFP Board of Directors will discuss a resolution titled “End Police Brutality” submitted by the Central Ohio Academy of Family Physicians. Members are invited to submit comments about this resolution in advance of the Board meeting. Read More