Colorado Academy of Family Physicians - CAFP

12/21/2024

We're especially proud of this year's passage of HB24-1149, the prior authorization reform legislation that will significantly reduce service and prescription prior authorizations for patients with Colorado Division of Insurance regulated health plans. Learn more on our practice compliance resource page: https://www.coloradoafp.org/practice-implementation-resources/

12/17/2024

We're reflecting on the work of our members and Academy this month for our 2024 Recap. This year saw a lot of exciting educational opportunities. Here are our top 5 most attended.

12/12/2024

2024 Recap: Our work every session is made possible by our members. See what we worked on last session, our 2025 priorities, and learn more about engagement opportunities like Doctor of the Day on our website: https://www.coloradoafp.org/advocacy/

12/11/2024

Thousand of Coloradans are struggling to get the health care they need. must act to Save our Safetynet. Groups from across the state are joining forces to advocate for better . See what they have to say.

Colorado Health Policy Coalition Joint statement from members of the Colorado Health Policy Coalition on the state budget and the crisis facing Medicaid members and those who provide their care December 6, 2024 “The year after returning $1.6 billion in TABOR rebates to tax filers and in the ...

12/08/2024

We're taking time this month to reflect on the last year in family medicine. Congratulations to everyone who matched into FM residencies!

12/04/2024

We'll be spending the last month of 2024 looking back at some of the work made possible by members like you. We hope you'll follow along!

12/02/2024

For , consider supporting family medicine residents and medical students with the CAFP Foundation: https://www.coloradoafp.org/donate/

11/11/2024

The CAFP Board of Directors braved the tail end of a snow storm Saturday to refresh the Academy's Strategic Plan and set intentions for the next 3 years. More on that coming soon.

In the meantime, enjoy scenes from the day, including our successful escape room teams!

11/01/2024

We are pleased to welcome Neal K. Walia, MPA,MCJ, CAFP's new Director of Policy and Government Relations. Neal will lead CAFP’s healthcare advocacy and policy efforts to advance family medicine at the state capitol as well as with state regulators and our partners.

We encourage you to check out our press release to learn more about the knowledge and experience Neal is bringing to your Academy.
https://www.coloradoafp.org/press-release-cafp-welcomes-new-director-of-policy-and-government-relations/

10/25/2024

Our members serve patients across the state in a wide variety of care settings. The 2025 CAFP Foundation Annual Summit is a chance for them to come together and learn.

AI in medicine?

Sports medicine?

Cardiovascular care?

Women's health?

These are just a few of the topics our family physician members have said they're interested in. We invite you to submit an educational proposal for our programming before the deadline Nov 8th. https://www.coloradoafp.org/call-for-presentations/

10/25/2024

A new ECHO educational opportunity is launching soon with our partners at CoPPCAP: Pediatric Psychiatry in Acute Care Settings. The FREE series is Wednesday mornings Oct 30-Nov 20 and will educate physicians and other providers about common pediatric mental health concerns encountered in acute care settings. Register here:

The Colorado Pediatric Psychiatry Consultation & Access Program (CoPPCAP) is offering this four-session ECHO series to educate emergency department providers about common pediatric mental health concerns encountered in acute care settings. Topics include legal considerations in acute care, addressin...

10/21/2024

We want to hear from you! Tell us how you help patients stay healthy during respiratory illness season and how you talk to patients to boost vaccine confidence. Tag Colorado Academy of Family Physicians - CAFP and the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) on Facebook!

10/10/2024

There's still time to register for tonight's medical student event. Join us at PuttShack from 6:30-8:30 for food, drinks, and connection. RSVP here: https://hbnb.io/e/9M9z/

10/10/2024

In honor of Primary Care Week, we'd like to thank each and every one of our members for their dedication, sacrifice, and hard work caring for Colorado's communities.

10/08/2024

Immunize Colorado Education Series: What's New With the Flu?
Register for tomorrow's webinar on the 2024-25 flu season:

10/07/2024

Happy Primary Care week!

10/03/2024

CAFP supports the leadership development and growth of family physicians by providing valuable resources, workshops, and mentorship opportunities, empowering members with essential leadership skills. In honor of Family Medicine Week, we're sharing curated articles, CME, and conferences:

CAFP seeks to foster the leadership development and growth of family physicians by providing valuable resources, workshops, and mentorship opportunities, empowering members with essential leadership skills.

10/01/2024

Your dedication to understanding your patients' full health history leads to exceptional care and better health outcomes. From preventive services to managing chronic conditions, you provide continuity and personalized care that truly makes a difference. This Family Medicine Week, we celebrate the incredible impact you have on your patients' lives and in the state of Colorado. Thank you for knowing your patients inside and out!