LET'S CONNECT AT FMX
In between CME sessions, take advantage of all the ways you can network and socialize with your peers! Explore the platform and find these awesome activities to recharge and refuel.
Update your attendee profile to help other attendees and exhibitors find you. Then use our connections tool to network. You can even book a virtual room to meet with peers and exhibitors.
Not sure where to start? Swing by Getting Involved in the AAFP, Friday, Oct. 1 from 12:30–1:30 p.m. CDT or one of the popular Chat & Chews to connect with others and share your thoughts on the issues closest to your heart.
Member Constituencies Meet & Greet
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. CDT
Celebrate the AAFP’s diversity. Whether you identify with one of the five member constituencies (women, minority, new physician, international medical graduate, or LGBTQ+) or are a supporter, connect with old friends or meet new ones.
New Physicians Happy Hour*
Friday, Oct. 1 | 5:30–7:00 p.m. CDT
Raise a glass with your peers! This must-attend networking event is your chance to connect with fellow new physicians while getting cocktail tips from an expert mixologist from The Cocktailery. Here’s what you’ll need to mix up your own Espresso Martini and Moscow Mule.
*New physicians in their first seven years after completion
Attend a Member Interest Group Annual Meeting
Have a particular passion about patient care? Find your Member Interest Group (or groups!). You’ll hear about the MIG's progress and achievements from the past year, plus set goals for the upcoming year.
Adolescent Health
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 10–11:30 a.m. CDT
Breastfeeding Medicine
Friday, Oct. 1 | 10–11:30 a.m. CDT
Climate Change and Environmental Health
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 10–11:30 a.m. CDT
Direct Primary Care
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 12-1:30 p.m. CDT
Emergency Medicine/Urgent Care
Friday, Oct. 1 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Employed Physician
Friday, Oct. 1 | 12–1:30 p.m. CDT
EMR Optimization
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 10–11:30 a.m. CDT
Global Health
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 12-1:30 p.m. CDT
Home-based Primary Care
Friday, Oct. 1 | 5:30–7 p.m.
Hospital Medicine
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 3:30–5 p.m. CDT
Independent Solo/Small Group Practice
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Integrative Medicine
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Intersectionality in Healthcare
Friday, Oct. 1 | 10–11:30 a.m. CDT
Intimate Partner Violence
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 12–1:30 p.m. CDT
Lifestyle Medicine
Friday, Oct. 1 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Medical Aid in Dying
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. CDT
Obstetrics
Friday, Oct. 1 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Physicians for Life
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 5:30–7 p.m. CDT
Point-of-Care Ultrasound
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 3:30–5 p.m. CDT
Reproductive Health Care
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 12–1:30 p.m. CDT
Rural Health
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 3:30–5 p.m. CDT
Single Payer Health Care
Wednesday, Sept. 29 | 3:30–5 p.m. CDT
Telehealth
Friday, Oct. 1 | 12–1:30 p.m. CDT
Make this virtual FMX one to remember! Select a background. Take a photo. Add a frame and stickers. It's that easy—and don't forget to share with #AAFPFMX.
Visit The Break Room to regroup and recharge. We’ve packed this space full of things to do and see—from daily yoga and live animal cams to a laugh break with comedian Jim Gaffigan to a hands-on mixology class and popular AAFP receptions. Many offerings are pre-recorded so you can watch at your leisure.
Animal Fan Cams
Take a minute (or seven) to enjoy a variety of live cams—from puppies and kittens to pandas and penguins. It’s all the feels!
Comedy Time
Give yourself a humor reset with standup comedian, writer, and actor Jim Gaffigan. Laughter—it really is the best medicine.
Dip with a Doc
The AAFP’s own Margot Savoy, MD, MPH, FAAFP, senior vice president for education, will teach you to make her popular Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake dip, including the recipe!
Explore Latte Art
Add some spice to your morning routine by learning how to pour latte art.
FMX Mixology
Thursday, Sept. 30 | 5:30–6:15 p.m. CDT
Elevate your bartending skills with an expert mixologist from The Cocktailery. Here’s what you’ll need to mix up your own Chocolate Martini and The Cocktailery’s Famous Bloody Mary.
FMX Radio
Check out our curated playlist to keep you groovin’ throughout the day!
Stretch Your Mind, Body, and Soul
Find your zen with pre-recorded yoga classes and mini stretch breaks provided by AAFP member Elizabeth Polk, MD.
Tours of Washington, DC
Start planning your FMX 2022 in our nation’s capital with tours of some of DC’s most iconic attractions.
FMX Celebration
Friday, Oct.1 | 7–9 p.m. CDT
Sing along to your favorite songs during this can’t-miss FMX Celebration featuring dueling pianos. The Flying Ivories will deliver an unforgettable evening straight to your door. It’s part music, part comedy, and all fun! This performance is included with your FMX registration.