Illinois Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP)

Founded in 1947, the Illinois Academy of Family Physicians (IAFP) is a professional medical society dedicated to maintaining high standards in family medicine, representing nearly 5,000 family physicians, residents, and medical students. The IAFP provides continuing medical education (CME) programming, advocacy through all levels of government, and opportunities for member engagement and interaction. They are a constituent chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), representing over 128,300 members nationwide, as well as those in the Uniformed Services worldwide.

Mission
To be the voice of Family Physicians by promoting the value of the specialty of Family Medicine and improving health for all through advocacy, education and action.

Vision
• Encourage philanthropic endeavors that will support the growth of family medicine in Illinois.
• Empower stronger patient/physician partnerships in the state.
• Support educational and research initiatives that further the development of family medicine.