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Join us on May 20, 2026, to meet your legislators and join other members of the Physicians Coalition working to protect you, your practice and your patients. You will be able to attend committee meetings of your choice, as well as, have the opportunity to visit with your legislators while they are in a legislative session. Register Today!

Event Details

This opportunity will allow you to join colleagues at the state capitol, gain information about the issues affecting family medicine and your patients and dialogue with state legislators and administration officials.

White Coat Day allows family physicians to discuss salient healthcare issues with Louisiana legislators and relay the issues that affect their patients on a daily basis. You'll spend the day hearing from legislators, agency heads and the Governor's staff about relevant issues.  YOU are the voice for your patients: the LAFP is calling on you to make a difference. White Coat Day is designed to provide free health screenings to legislators while discussing important issues and concerns affecting the health of your patients.

Participants in White Coat Day will:

• Make a difference for the future of family medicine
• Learn about the challenges health care issues face today
• Inform legislators about the issues important to you and your patients
• Attend committee hearings and House and Senate sessions

Tentative Agenda

7:30 am - 9:00 am             Legislative Breakfast/ Advocacy Training - Pentagon Barracks
9:00 am - 11:00 am           House and Senate Health and Welfare Committee Meetings
11:00 am - 12:00 pm         Lunch - Pentagon Barracks
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm           Legislator visits

E. Edward Martin, Jr., MD, MS Memorial Greater New Orleans Area Family Medicine Grand Rounds

Presented by the Bogalusa Family Medicine Residency Program

Location

Dragos Seafood Restaurant
3232 N Arnoult Road
Metairie, LA 7000 

Registration

Attendance is free, but RSVP, and registration is required.

Register Today

CME Accreditation

The AAFP has reviewed 2026 Monthly Webinar/Grand Rounds Series and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/12/2026 to 12/31/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit approval is for 1.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed Credit(s) and includes this session(s).

For questions regarding CME credit or the evaluation, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

E. Edward Martin, Jr., MD, MS Memorial Lake Charles Area Family Medicine Grand Rounds

Presented by Lake Charles Family Medicine Residency Program

Location

Pat’s of Henderson
1500 Siebarth Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70615

Registration

Attendance is free, but RSVP, and registration is required.

Register Today

CME Accreditation

The AAFP has reviewed 2026 Monthly Webinar/Grand Rounds Series and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/12/2026 to 12/31/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit approval is for 1.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed Credit(s) and includes this session.

Questions

For questions regarding CME credit or the evaluation, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

As a member of the LAFP, you are encouraged to, attend and participate in the LAFP's 2026 General Assembly, which will convene on Friday, July 24, 2026 at 1:00 pm. The General Assembly will be held in conjunction with LAFP's 79th Annual Assembly and Exhibition at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, FL.

2026 Call For Resolutions

LAFP members may present resolutions for debate which set the direction for the Academy in the coming year. Any LAFP member can submit a resolution for vote. If you wish to submit a resolution, it must be submitted, in writing, to Ragan LeBlanc, Executive Vice President of the LAFP at least thirty (30) days prior to the General Assembly (No later than June 24, 2026). Resolutions cannot be submitted from the floor except by an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members of the General Assembly present and voting.

Any resolution submitted from the floor and accepted for presentation must be submitted in writing to the Speaker of the General Assembly, Dr. Derek Anderson. To learn more about writing a resolution, or to complete form, please visit the LAFP website at www.lafp.org. Remember, the deadline to submit resolutions to the LAFP is no later than June 24, 2026.

Bylaws and Amendments to Bylaws

Any five or more members may propose bylaws or amendments of bylaws. Such proposals must be submitted to Ragan LeBlanc, LAFP's Executive Vice President, at least sixty (60) days prior to any regular or special meeting of the General Assembly, and notice shall be given to all members at least thirty (30) days prior to the meeting at which the proposals are to be voted upon.

An affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the members present and voting shall constitute adoption. Amendments shall take effect immediately upon adoption unless otherwise specified. For more information, please contact Ragan LeBlanc at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. or call 225.923.3313.

The LAFP is excited to host the 2027 Match Preparation Series.  The series will consist of 2 virtual sessions to help you get ready for the 2027 Match.  Expert panelists will lead the interactive sessions providing you with up-to-date information to help strengthen your application and interview skills. 

Attendance is FREE!  Registration is required.

SESSION 1: PREPARING FOR RESIDENCY
Thursday, August 6, 2026 │ 6:00 PM
This session will focus on preparing your application for ERAS,including writing your personal statement, building a strong CV,and obtaining letters of recommendation.

The LAFP is excited to host the 2027 Match Preparation Series.  The series will consist of 2 virtual sessions to help you get ready for the 2027 Match.  Expert panelists will lead the interactive sessions providing you with up-to-date information to help strengthen your application and interview skills. 

Attendance is FREE!  Registration is required.

SESSION 2: INTERVIEWING WITH A RESIDENCY PROGRAM
Wednesday, September 9, 2026 │ 6:00 PM
This session will focus on the residency interview including scheduling tips and the basics of interviewing.

E. Edward Martin, Jr., MD, MS Memorial Monroe Area Family Medicine District Social

Thursday, September 17, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Presented by the FMOL and LSU Health Shreveport - Monroe Family Medicine Residency Program

Location

Restaurant Cotton
101 North Grand Street
Monroe, LA 71201

Registration

Attendance is free, but RSVP, and registration is required.

Register Today

CME Accreditation

The AAFP has reviewed 2026 Monthly Webinar/Grand Rounds Series and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/12/2026 to 12/31/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit approval is for 1.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed Credit(s) and includes this session.

For questions regarding CME credit or the evaluation, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

E. Edward Martin, Jr., MD, MS Memorial Baton Rouge/Lafayette Area Family Medicine Grand Rounds and District Social

Presented by: Baton Rouge General Family Medicine Residency Program

Location

Ruffino’s on the River
921 Camellia Blvd
Lafayette, LA 70508

Registration

Attendance is free, but RSVP, and registration is required. 

Register Today!

CME Accreditation

The AAFP has reviewed 2026 Monthly Webinar/Grand Rounds Series and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 01/12/2026 to 12/31/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Credit approval is for 1.00 In-Person, Live (could include online) AAFP Prescribed Credit(s) and includes this session.

For questions regarding CME credit or the evaluation, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..