Physician Health First®
Keeping you well is our commitment. Inspired by the way you work every day, we’re taking a holistic approach to protecting the whole you: working to eliminate the factors that steal your joy and providing you the help and experiences you need right now to thrive.
How AAFP Is Changing the System to Fight Burnout
Rampant burnout stems from a broken system that has long prioritized sick care over health care, deepened racial disparities, and left physicians feeling buried. On all fronts, we're advocating for a future that puts you and your patients first.
Help Is Here: Well-being Support and Experiences
Career and Wellness Resources
Physician Well-being
Find articles, CME, and tools that can help you navigate major areas that affect your well-being.
Coaching Videos
Get on-demand advice with a library of coaching videos featuring experts like family physician Dike Drummond, MD.
Negotiate Your Best Job
Contracting resources can help you spot red flags and negotiate for the perks and duties that align with your wellness.
Attend a Conference and Take a Break
Reclaim your spark. Rediscover your joy.
Physician Health and Well-being Conference
May 6–8, 2024
JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
Scottsdale, AZ
Three days of interactive learning, growth, and connection. Learn more about the conference.
Leadership Training for Students, Residents, and New Physicians
You Are Not Alone: Member Stories
Your physician well-being journey begins the day you start medical school, and the lessons you learn there will shape the trajectory of your entire career. Hear from colleagues who’ve shared the same experiences.
“Acknowledge your grief, talk about it, and remove the burden of compartmentalizing."
“I was pushing myself to the point of burnout. You think it’s something you’re not doing right."
