May 2002 • Volume 8 • Number 5 |
For more information on these programs, call (800) 274-2237 and ask for the extensions listed below, or access the other sources noted.
Tar Wars. Winning posters in the state Tar Wars poster contests must be received at AAFP headquarters by May 15 to be considered for the national competition. For more information, call (800) TAR WARS [827-9277] or visit http://www.tarwars.org/.
Research. If you'd like a research study grant from the AAFP Foundation Joint Grant Awards Program, apply by June 1. For an application and details, call Ext. 4470 or go to http://www.aafpfoundation.org/jgap/.
You may have creative ideas for beginning a family practice research project. Submit your proposal by Aug. 30 for a Practice-Based Research Network Stimulation Grant. For information, e-mail smorantz@aafp.org or call Ext. 4470.
Patient education. Note the July 1 deadline for awards to be presented at the 24th Annual Conference on Patient Education Nov. 21 24 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The Patient Care Award for Excellence in Patient Education Innovation will be given to a health professional or nonprofit organization. The H. Winter Griffith Award for Excellence in Patient Education Materials will be presented to an individual, practice or organization. For information and applications, call Ext. 5412 or visit http://www.stfm.org and click on "Society Information" and then "Awards."
Family practice residents are encouraged to apply for scholarships or grants to attend the patient education conference. Send AAFP the application with a letter of recommendation from your program director by July 12. Applications are available through your residency, at http://www.aafp.org/pec/ or by calling Ext. 3132.
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