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Resident membership in the Academy represents an important step in your career. It signifies your decision to identify and associate with the most knowledgeable physicians in an organization dedicated to advancing and representing the specialty of family medicine.

Eligibility for Resident Membership

• Physicians training in ACGME-accredited three-year family medicine residencies
• Graduates of ACGME family medicine residencies immediately extending training or entering fellowships

Privileges

Resident members may hold floor at the AAFP Congress of Delegates, vote on organizational matters and hold leadership positions within the AAFP.

Resident Dues

Residency programs will often sign their residents up and pay their AAFP Resident membership dues. Residents should check with their residency programs or contact the AAFP Member Resource Center at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. prior to applying to confirm they do not already have an AAFP membership.

If you have questions or need more information on any of these opportunities or requirements, please contact Membership and Outreach Coordinator Lee Ann Albert or call 225.923.3313.