activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 6
- Administering and promoting annual influenza vaccination Seasonal and Pandemic Vaccine AdministrationRecommends and supports the promotion and administration of annual influenza vaccines as soon as they are available, continuing throughout the flu season to support public health.
- Emergency Relief Grants for Residents Emergency Food Response FundingProvided a one-time $250 emergency relief grant to over 70 Arizona Family Medicine residents in Fall 2022 to address food insecurity.
- Emergency financial relief for family medicine residents Emergency Food Response FundingProvided a one-time $250 emergency relief grant to over 70 Arizona Family Medicine residents in Fall 2022 to address food insecurity.
- Public Health Recommendations and AwarenessRecommends annual influenza vaccination and encourages awareness of suicide risk signs and available support services among providers, patients, and the community.
- Public Health Recommendations and AwarenessRecommends promoting and administering annual influenza vaccination and encourages providers, patients, and community members to learn the signs of suicide risk and share available support services.
- Supporting suicide prevention awareness and educationEncourages providers, patients, and community members to recognize signs of suicide risk, ask questions, and share information about available support services.
advocacy · 4
- Advocacy engagement through AAFP Speak Out platform Healthcare Professional AdvocacyDirects members to the AAFP Speak Out platform to contact federal congresspersons and engage on federal policy issues affecting family medicine.
- Advocacy for Family Physicians Healthcare Professional AdvocacyRepresents the interests of Family Physicians before the Arizona legislature, Boards & Commissions, and the Executive Branch, and engages with federal issues through the AAFP Speak Out platform.
- Advocacy for Family Physicians Healthcare Professional AdvocacyRepresents the interests of Family Physicians before the Arizona legislature, Boards & Commissions, and Executive Branch, and engages with federal issues through the AAFP Speak Out platform. The Legislative Task Force reviews pending legislation to represent Family Medicine at the Arizona State House.
- State-level advocacy and legislative representation Healthcare Professional AdvocacyRepresents family physicians before the Arizona legislature, Boards & Commissions, and Executive Branch; the Legislative Task Force reviews pending legislation to advocate for family medicine interests at the Arizona State House.
capacity building · 6
- Continuing Medical Education and Practice Support Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides quality, evidence-based continuing medical education to Arizona Family Physicians, including planning annual educational conferences. Offers access to practice management resources and supports professional development through medical education and research.
- Continuing Medical Education and Professional Development Specialty Medical Society Education & NetworkingProvides quality, evidence-based continuing medical education to Arizona Family Physicians, plans annual educational conferences, and recognizes members for their contributions to family medicine and healthcare.
- Practice Management Resources and SupportOffers practice management resources, public and government affairs programs, and communication through a newsletter and quarterly magazine to support family physicians.
- Practice management and professional development resources Health Professional Continuing Education & ConferencesProvides access to practice management resources, continuing medical education, public and government affairs programs, communication tools, tobacco cessation initiatives, committee participation, and networking opportunities for Arizona family physicians.
- Recognition and Leadership Development Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsRecognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves in family medicine, advanced healthcare, and engaged in professional development by awarding the Degree of Fellow. Sends five representatives annually to the AAFP's National Conference of Constituency Leaders (NCSC).
- Recognition of excellence in family medicine Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsRecognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves through contributions to family medicine, healthcare advancement, and professional development by awarding the Degree of Fellow.
strategies · 21
how they think
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- Advocacy and Representation for Family Medicine professional development and advocacyThe organization promotes the health of people in Arizona by representing and advancing the specialty of family medicine, supporting its members' professional development, and engaging with legislative processes to influence policy and ensure resources are available for family physicians.
- Age-Targeted Vaccination Strategy age-targeted vaccination strategyThe organization recommends the use of higher-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccines for patients aged 65 years and older, with fallback to any age-appropriate vaccine if preferred options are unavailable, to optimize vaccine efficacy for specific age groups.
- Age-targeted vaccination strategy age-targeted vaccination strategyRecommends preferential use of higher-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccines for patients aged 65+ to improve efficacy, while ensuring continuity of care by falling back to any age-appropriate vaccine when preferred options are unavailable.
- Age-targeted vaccination strategy age-targeted vaccination strategyRecommends preferential use of higher-dose or adjuvanted influenza vaccines for patients aged 65+ to improve protection, while ensuring vaccination access by allowing fallback to any age-appropriate vaccine when preferred options are unavailable.
- Data Collection and Dissemination for Practice Insights data collection and analysisThe organization compiles and disseminates data, such as family physician compensation surveys, to provide valuable insights that inform practice management and financial decisions for its members.
- Data collection and information dissemination to support practice sustainability data collection and analysisConducts national compensation surveys and disseminates actionable information—such as guidance on the G2211 add-on code—to improve payment accuracy and support financial sustainability for family physicians.
- Legislative engagement through policy monitoring and member support legislative-engagementEngages with the Arizona State Legislature by tracking legislation, supporting member advocacy, and promoting member-led research on policy-relevant issues to influence health outcomes and the practice environment.
- Legislative engagement to advance family medicine policy legislative-engagementEngages with the Arizona State Legislature by tracking legislation, connecting with lawmakers, and supporting member-led research on policy issues to advocate for family medicine and influence health policy.
- Professional development and advocacy for family physicians professional development and advocacyAdvances the specialty of family medicine in Arizona by supporting members’ professional growth, career development, and service, while advocating for improved health outcomes through organized representation.
- Professional development and advocacy for family physicians professional development and advocacyAdvances the health of Arizonans by promoting the specialty of family medicine, supporting members’ professional growth, and expanding their scope of service through representation and development opportunities.
- Resource provision and referral to support members across career stages resource_referralProvides targeted tools, referrals, and support—including board review questions, Match resources, career advice, CME services, and practice management aids—to medical students, residents, and practicing physicians to strengthen the family medicine workforce.
- Resource provision and referral to support members across career stages resource_referralProvides targeted tools, career support, and referrals to national resources for medical students, residents, and practicing physicians to strengthen workforce development and practice success.
- Suicide Prevention through Early Intervention and Resource Access suicide_prevention_awarenessThe organization emphasizes early intervention, open conversations, and accessible mental health resources to prevent suicide, focusing on timely identification of risk factors and swift connection to care.
- Suicide prevention through early identification and access to care suicide_prevention_awarenessPromotes suicide prevention by encouraging early intervention, open dialogue about mental health, and timely linkage to accessible resources to identify risk factors and connect patients to care swiftly.
- Suicide prevention through early intervention and accessible resources suicide_prevention_awarenessPromotes suicide prevention by encouraging early identification of risk factors, open dialogue, and rapid linkage to mental health care to improve patient outcomes.
- Targeted Professional Support and Resource Provision resource provisionThe organization provides tailored support and resources to family physicians at various career stages, including medical students, residents, and practicing physicians, to aid in career decisions, practice management, and ongoing professional development.
- Team-Based Approach to Healthcare Delivery team-based care modelThe organization utilizes a team-based approach to improve vaccination rates and deliver comprehensive care, particularly during influenza season, recognizing the effectiveness of collaborative care models.
- Team-based care model to improve vaccination and care delivery team-based care modelUses interdisciplinary collaboration during influenza season to enhance vaccination rates and deliver comprehensive patient care through coordinated team efforts.
- Team-based care model to improve vaccination rates team-based care modelUtilizes a team-based care approach during influenza season to enhance vaccination delivery and overall patient care by leveraging interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Volunteer engagement to support organizational operations and events volunteer engagementActivates volunteers to contribute remotely or in person at key events, expanding organizational capacity through member involvement in activities like the annual meeting and fundraising efforts.
- Volunteer engagement to support organizational operations and events volunteer engagementActivates volunteers to contribute remotely or in person at key events, expanding organizational capacity through member involvement.
named programs · 7
what they call their work
Career Benchmark Survey
Collects data on family physician compensation to provide insights into modern compensation across the United States.
Continuing Medical Education
Provides quality, evidence-based continuing medical education to Arizona Family Physicians, including specific requirements for opioid-related, substance-use-disorder-related, or addiction-related education.
Degree of Fellow
Recognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves through service to family medicine, advancement of healthcare, and professional development.
Legislative Task Force
Reviews pending legislation before the Arizona Legislature and works with a contract lobbyist to ensure the interests of Family Medicine are represented.
National Conference of Constituency Leaders (NCCL)
Sends representatives to a leadership conference focused on various categories of members including new physicians, minority physicians, LGBTQ+ physicians, international medical graduates, and women physicians.
Seasonal Influenza Prevention & Control
Provides guidance and recommendations for family medicine practices regarding the annual influenza vaccine, including updates on vaccine types and co-administration with other vaccines.
Suicide Prevention Resources
Compiles and shares resources for suicide prevention for Arizona healthcare providers and communities, including clinical guidance and statewide mental health resources.
relationships · 20
who they work with
- AAFP Partner — Directs members to AAFP Speak Out platform for federal advocacy engagement
- AAFP Partner — Sends representatives to the AAFP's National Conference of Constituency Leaders (NCSC).
- AAFP Home Partner — Listed as an important link on the AzAFP website.
- AMA Partner — Press release from AMA regarding the importance of vaccines amid measles outbreak.
- ARIZONA ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS Network — The organization is a chapter of the national AAFP.
- AZ Medical Board Government — Provides information and links to the AZ Medical Board regarding opioid rules for Arizona licensure.
- American Academy of Family Physicians Network — Arizona Academy of Family Physicians is affiliated with the American Academy of Family Physicians
- American Academy of Family Physicians Network — Member organization providing access to shared practice management resources.
- American Academy of Family Physicians Network — State chapter of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
- American Academy of Family Physicians Partner — Collaborates with AAFP on influenza vaccine recommendations and shares AAFP podcast content.
- American Academy of Family Physicians Partner — Members can apply for the Degree of Fellow through the American Academy of Family Physicians.
- American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Partner — References their updated Suicide Risk Assessment Practice Guidelines.
- Arizona Department of Health Services Government — Listed as an important link on the AzAFP website.
- Arizona Medical Association Partner — Shares statewide suicide prevention news and resources for physicians.
- Arizona Medical Board Government — Listed as an important link on the AzAFP website.
- Arizona Psychiatric Society Partner — Refers to their "Find a Psychiatrist" directory and mental health resources.
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Government — References CDC guidance on co-administration of influenza, COVID-19, and RSV vaccines.
- Maricopa County Vital Records Government — Listed as an important link for birth and death certificates on the AzAFP website.
- NAMI Arizona Partner — Refers to their support groups, educational programs, and referrals to local services.
- Susan Cannata, JD Partner — Contract lobbyist working with the Legislative Task Force.