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The Kind Eyes of a Healer: Dr. Richard Rutland’s Legacy of Compassion

Some people are remembered for their grand pronouncements, others for a single, defining achievement. But for anyone who ...
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Residents Encouraged to Apply for $1,000 Scholarship

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is seeking resident members of its organization to apply for the ...
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Obesity with Dr. Jonathan D. Parker

On our new episode, Dr. Brittney Anderson and Dr. Jonathan D. Parker tackle the hype around new weight-loss ...
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Physician Leaders Meet with House Rural Caucus to Champion Key Healthcare Priorities

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), the Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and ...
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AAFP Annual Meeting Student Stipend Opportunity

Attend Alabama Chapter AAFP Annual Meeting at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort 📅 Dates: June 25-28, 2026📍 Location: Miramar Beach, FL Sponsored ...
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2026 Legislative Session in Full Swing

The current Alabama legislative session is in full swing, and your Academy is actively engaged on multiple fronts, ...
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Celebrating a Successful Fall Forum

What an incredible weekend we had at the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians Fall Forum! The Montgomery Marriott ...
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Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Podcast

Join Alabama AFP President Dr. Tate Hinkle and AAFP Senior Manager of Federal Policy and Regulatory Affairs Kate ...
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield Provider Settlement Update 

By Robert B. Roden, Esq.  On August 19, 2025, Judge Proctor in the Northern District of Alabama granted ...
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Private Practice with Dr. Brittney Anderson

Medical student Kaitlyn Riggins and resident physician Dr. Chelsey Deloney sit down with Dr. Brittney Anderson, a dedicated ...
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A Message from Dr. Tate Hinkle: The Power of Advocacy and Unity in Family Medicine

Dear Colleagues, It is an honor and a privilege to serve as your president of the Alabama Academy ...
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Exciting Opportunity: Scholarships for 15 Residents to Attend the Fall Forum

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity for resident physician members ...
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Front Porch Medicine

In this "Front Porch Medicine" episode of the Amplify Family Medicine podcast, we bring you the real, raw, ...
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Family Medicine Obstetrics with Drs. Cathy Lavender and John Waits

Join us for an insightful episode of Amplify Family Medicine, hosted by Kaitlyn Riggins, a second-year medical student ...
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Highlights from the 2025 AAFP Annual Meeting

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) proudly hosted one of its most anticipated events, the 2025 Annual ...
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Book Your Stay for the Fall Forum!

Planning to attend the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians Fall Forum? Make sure to book your accommodations today ...
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AAFP Represents Members During 2025 Legislative Session

The 2025 Alabama Legislative Session concluded on May 14 at midnight. During the session, the Alabama Academy of ...
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Participate in the Resident Abstract Poster Presentation at the Annual Meeting

We are excited to invite Resident Physicians to showcase your clinical findings and research at our upcoming Abstract ...
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A Review of H5N1

By Wes Stubblefield, MD, MPH, FAAPADPH Medical Officer H5N1 influenza, or “bird flu,” is a type of influenza ...
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Key Bills in the 2025 Legislative Session AAFP is Watching Closely

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set ...
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Invitation to Participate in the Resident Physicians Abstract Poster Presentation

We are excited to invite Resident Physicians to showcase your clinical findings and research at our upcoming Abstract ...
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Dr. Brittany Anderson Joins Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Board of Trustees

Congratulations to AAFP President Dr. Brittany Anderson who has been appointed to the Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences ...
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Alabama Physicians and Advocates Rally to Reform Prior Authorization Process

In Alabama, the call to reform the prior authorization system is reaching a crescendo, with numerous physicians and ...
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Register Now for the AAFP 2024 Fall Forum CME Event

The Alabama Academy of Family Physicians invites medical professionals in the state to register now for the 2024 ...
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