Purpose & Mission

To support the AAFP's Mission Statement:

The mission of the AAFP is to improve the health of patients, families, and communities by serving the needs of members with professionalism and creativity.

To identify a clinical subject area in which AAFP members can update their practices to a level of "state of the art."

To produce and distribute learning aids to all members of the AAFP, including students and residents in training.

To make available high quality, clearly focused patient education materials to benefit patients and the general public.

To draw attention to the breadth of family medicine and increase awareness of the family physician's role.

To partner with other health organizations in a common goal, which would strengthen professional relationships and increase understanding between organizations.