Residency Program Solutions: Mini Group Consults
Free, expert family medicine residency consulting to support your program—fast, practical guidance with no cost or commitment.
RPS Mini Group Consults provide family medicine residency consulting in a small-group setting, helping program leaders address real challenges and advance ACGME program improvement efforts.
Each session is a live, one-hour discussion with an experienced Residency Program Solutions consultant and a small group of peers, designed to help you:
Solve specific program challenges
Get practical, real-world strategies
Learn how others are approaching similar issues
Our panel of consultants comprises experts and an esteemed group of family medicine residency program professionals with decades of collective experience. All RPS consultants have the best interests of their clients and the family medicine specialty in mind.
How our residency consulting sessions work
Format: Live, virtual small-group session
Length: 1 hour
Group size: Up to 10 participants
Facilitator: One expert RPS consultant
Cost: Free
These sessions are intentionally small and interactive—so you can ask questions, share context and leave with actionable next steps.
Support for family medicine residency program leaders
RPS Mini Group Consults are designed for program directors, associate directors, faculty and coordinators seeking residency program leadership support and practical guidance on a focused topic.
Upcoming residency consulting sessions
August 2026
Recruitment/Signaling/Application Review with Debbie Lupeika, MD
August 20, 2026 | 2:30 p.m. CT
Prepare for the upcoming residency recruitment season with Debbie Lupeika, MD. Learn how medical student rotations can strengthen your recruitment efforts and attract mission-aligned candidates. Then, join colleagues in a collaborative discussion on holistic application review and practical approaches to interpreting residency signals as programs prepare for the ERAS application release.
Panel Management/Continuity & Web-ADS Reporting with Bryan Hodge, DO
August 24, 2026 | 11 a.m. CT
This session highlights panel management and reporting through an “end in mind” lens, helping program directors align continuity clinic design with the expectations residents will face in independent practice. Emphasis will be placed on actionable strategies for panel structure, access and data use.
September 2026
ABFM Core Outcomes/CBME with Randy Pearson, MD
September 1, 2026 | 11 a.m. CT
The ABFM's Core Outcomes represent a paradigm shift in residency education, shifting the emphasis from time-based to competency-based education. In this session, led by a member of the STFM CBME Task Force, we will answer your questions about how to embrace this concept within your programs.
Coaching with the End in Mind-Faculty with Kay Nordling, MD
September 10, 2026 | 2 p.m. CT
Coaching is a teachable skill that allows faculty to guide residents to design their own individual learning plans, helping to support their lifelong learning. Participants in this session will learn about the role of coaching in resident development and practice coaching skills with one another.
Intergenerational Dynamics in GME/Residency Programs with Victor Agbeibor, MD
September 16, 2026 | 11 a.m. CT
Join Victor Agbeibor, MD, to explore the generational shifts shaping today's residency programs. Learn practical strategies to strengthen communication, bridge differences between faculty and trainees, address concepts like "quiet quitting," and foster a more collaborative, respectful learning environment through approaches such as reverse mentoring.
Why choose RPS Mini Group Consults?
Compared to other options, Mini Group Consults are:
Faster – get insights in just one hour
More affordable – no cost to attend
More interactive – small group, not a webinar
Immediately actionable – leave with practical next steps
Frequently asked questions
Who leads the Mini Group Consult sessions?
Each session is facilitated by an experienced member of our Residency Program Solutions (RPS) consulting team. These experts bring real-world knowledge of family medicine residency programs and provide practical, actionable guidance.
Learn more about our consultants and their expertise.
How can I get more information or ask a question?
If you have questions about Mini Group Consults or need help deciding if a session is right for you, contact us anytime at rps@aafp.org.
What if I don’t see a topic that fits my needs?
If you do not see a topic that fits your needs, explore our RPS Express 90 and RPS Express 180 consults for quick, affordable support. For more in-depth assistance, we also offer personalized consultation with family medicine residency leaders for up to 60 hours. Email rps@aafp.org for a free scoping call.