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FP Report

Post-Assembly Edition

October 1997 -- Headlines

Front Page

AAFP adopts $7.7 million research initiative and plans policy analysis center in DC


When the patient says, 'I want to die'

Congress of Delegates

Congress elects AMA delegates and alternates, chooses ABFP finalists


AAFP Congress tackles problems ... nothing new to Mac Cahal, CEO from 1948 to 1971


New officers, directors installed at Assembly

Scientific Assembly

Want to be a successful preceptor? Get organized!


Internet is opportunity, not obstacle, for family physicians


Mead Johnson award winners announced during 1997 Assembly in Chicago


HRT has many benefits, but further studies are necessary


Scientific exhibits honored for excellence


Seek proof before you recommend clinical preventive services


Get ready, get set for Family Physicians Care for America Week


Cuddles for Kids helped needy children in Chicago


Take the time to address patient's psychosocial needs during exam


Session explores violence in the media


Awards presented at Assembly honor contributions in diverse areas


Opening session celebrates AAFP history, future


Winners named in clinical reviews and research in family practice

Family Physician of the Year

1998 Family Physician of the Year targets inner-city health

Other News

Deadline approaches for matching grant program, resident scholars competition


AAFP: Your voice, your choice


David Satcher, MD, nominated as US surgeon general


Family physicians offer parenting advice in Sept. 29 Newsweek magazine


Physicians With Heart heads for republic of Georgia


Lever Brothers joins AAFP public health project

FP Report is published by the AAFP News Department. This edition is funded in part by educational grants from Merck U.S. Human Health and Elli Lilly and Company.

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