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Issues: May 12, 2026
Help Inspire the Next Generation
Help inspire the next generation of family physicians by contributing to OAFP’s member-driven sponsorship program for discounted student and resident registration to the Family Medicine Celebration. Read More
Scholarship Applications Close Friday
The Foundation will provide 10, $600 scholarships for Ohio medical students to attend FUTURE. To be considered, you must be a student member of the Academy, a MS/OMS 1-4 at the time of FUTURE, and submit an application. Read More
Weekly Government Relations Briefing
In this issue: Speak Out on physician visa delays; as legislators eye noncompete clause ban, rural hospitals feel the brunt; temporary freeze on mifepristone extended; and view the updated OAFP Bill Tracker. Read More
What is OPPAL?
Paid sponsorship by Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
OPPAL is a free, peer-to-peer psychiatry consultation line for pediatric primary care providers staffed by child and adolescent psychiatrists. Learn more and enroll! Read More
Seeking Rural Private Practice Physicians for Focus Group
This 60-minute virtual discussion, planned for June 16 at 7 p.m. will bring together frontline physician perspectives to help identify healthcare-related barriers impacting school attendance and explore opportunities to better support Ohio students and families. Read More
Seeking Members for Regional Chapter Taskforce
Recently, the OAFP Board of Directors approved the creation of a taskforce to evaluate the current structure, role, and effectiveness of its regional chapters. During the summer/fall, this taskforce will meet virtually (likely in June, August, and October) to develop an action plan for recommendation to the OAFP board during its November meeting. Read More
Upcoming NEOAFP Meetings; Serve on the Board
The NEOAFP will be hosting an independent practice planning workshop on , May 16 and a spring meeting celebrating students matching into family medicine on May 21. Read More