Education
This is learning that powers the family medicine specialty.
Education built for how you practice today
If you need one simple reason to attend FMX, it’s that you’ll earn CME. Fast. But this event isn’t just about CME. FMX delivers clinical updates and practice solutions for the current challenges family physicians face. It’s where you can expect a schedule that supports all aspects of your professional growth. It’s education that meets you where you are and moves you forward.
Sessions and procedural workshops are created for:
- Family medicine residents
- Early-career physicians
- Direct primary care physicians
- Employed physicians
- Care team members in primary care settings
We can promise you exceptional education for your needs. Here’s what else makes FMX special.
Note: Care team members can self-report sessions to earn credit applicable to their certification or licensing requirements.
Schedule at a glance and session details
We’re working on creating the most dynamic and energizing slate of presentations for you in October!
You can get a feel for how FMX 2026 is structured with the simple Schedule at a Glance. The AAFP Events mobile app offers a full list of sessions. All times Central Standard Time (CT) and are subject to change.
Congress of Delegates
| 1–6 p.m. | Registration OPen |
| 6:30–8 p.m. |
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Congress of Delegates
| 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | Registration |
| 8 a.m.–4 p.m. | Congress of Delegates |
Congress of Delegates and FMX
| 8 a.m.–5 p.m. | Congress of Delegates |
| 7 a.m.–7 p.m. | FMX Registration Open |
| 9 a.m.–6 p.m. | Apparel Open |
| 11 a.m.-1 p.m. | Satellite CME Lunch |
| 1-5:45 p.m. | CME Sessions |
| 6–9 p.m. | New Physician, Resident and AAFP Fellows Happy Hours |
Congress of Delegates and FMX
| 5:45 a.m.–7 p.m. | FMX Registration Open |
| 8 a.m.–12 p.m. | Congress of Delegates |
| 8 a.m.–3 p.m. | CME Sessions |
| 1–3 p.m. | Chief Residents Workshop |
| 3:30–5 p.m. | Main Stage |
| 5–7:30 p.m. | Expo Hall Grand Opening Reception in The Xchange |
FMX
| 6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | FMX Registration Open |
| 8 a.m.–2 p.m. | CME Sessions |
| 9–10 a.m. | Dedicated Expo Hall Hours |
| 9 a.m.–3:15 p.m. | Expo Hall Hours |
| 3:30–5 p.m. | Main Stage |
| 5–7 p.m. | Career Fair Reception |
FMX
| 6:45 a.m.–2:15 p.m. | CME Sessions |
| 6:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. | FMX Registration Open |
| 9 a.m.–3:15 p.m. | Expo Hall Hours |
| 3:30–5 p.m. | Main Stage |
FMX
| 6:30–10:30 a.m. | FMX Registration Open |
| 7 a.m.–1 p.m. | CME Sessions |
The education you can expect
FMX brings the full scope of family medicine to life. Choose from multiple tracks and formats to build an agenda that fits your focus and fuels your growth.
Learning focus areas
Core family medicine skills and high-value refreshers that reinforce day-to-day clinical practice.
Whole-person & Behavioral Health
Integrated approaches to mental, physical, and behavioral health across the lifespan.
Future-ready Practice
Preparing for what’s next in family medicine through innovation and technology.
Sustainable Practice & Leadership
Building practices and teams that can thrive long term.
Communities & Populations
Delivering equitable, inclusive care across diverse populations and settings.
Chronic Care Mastery
Advanced management of high-impact chronic conditions over time.
Education formats
- CME lectures
- Problem-based Learning
- CME Clinical Procedure Workshops
- Satellite CME
- Solution Sessions
- Med Talks
- Trailblazing Sessions
- Poster presentations
2025 FMX Main Stage highlights
We’re working on the 2026 Main Stage line-up! But we can promise you inspiration. At the end of each day, you'll experience powerful moments with nationally-known presenters like:
Dr. Vivek Murthy gets real about human connection
Dr. Natalie Stavas says chaos is an opportunity
Dr. Frank Domino gives rundown of latest medical research
New AAFP President: Push back and push family medicine forward
CME credit for live sessions
The AAFP has reviewed 2026 Family Medicine Experience (FMX) and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of Approval is from 09/20/2026 to 11/07/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 36 Live AAFP Prescribed Credits
- 9 Enduring Materials, Self-Study AAFP Prescribed Credits
The AAFP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Academy of Family Physicians designates this Other activity for a maximum of 36.00 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CME activities approved for AAFP credit are recognized by the AOA as equivalent to AOA Category 2 credit.
Following this CME activity, participants will have the opportunity to earn an additional two Prescribed credits for participation in each Translation to Practice® exercise. Information on Translation to Practice® will be shared within the activity.