Virginia Academy of Family Physicians (VAFP)

08/15/2025

VAFP Leaders Attend the Southeast Family Medicine Forum pictured with AAFP President- Elect Sarah Nosel, MD

07/11/2025

Workshops were 🔥, lectures were 💯!! Great CME helping us level up, one session at a time!

07/11/2025

✅ CME Day 1: Complete!
We kicked things off with an action-packed session led by Dr. Mike Petrizzi, MD, FAAFP, FAMSSM, CAQSM from VCU and Hanover Family Physicians. 💪🏽🩺

From reviewing key orthopedic anatomy to hands-on physical exam techniques, attendees gained practical tools for diagnosing and managing common sports and musculoskeletal complaints.

Takeaways?
👉 Structured approach to MSK diagnosis
👉 Confident return-to-play & return-to-learn plans
👉 Clinical pearls for everyday practice

Thanks to Dr. Petrizzi for setting the tone for a high-impact learning day! 🔥

07/07/2025

⏳ 3 Days Until the Conference! ⏳
Get ready — here are some of the speakers you’ll see! 👇
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Petrizzi – A high-energy, hands-on ortho & sports med session covering everything from concussions to low back pain. 🏃‍♂️💥
🦟 Dr. Latimer – Giving a tick talk you won’t want to miss.
📚 Dr. Frazier – Leading a dynamic journal club.
🤧 Dr. Gregory – Breaking down when a cough needs more thinking.
📍Come sharpen your skills and leave with tools you’ll use every day!

07/07/2025

📅 4 Days to Go – July 6
We’re just 4 days away from gathering at the beach for the 2025 VAFP Annual Meeting & Exposition in Virginia Beach!
🌊 CME. Connections. Advocacy. All in one unforgettable location.
📍 Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront | 📅 July 10–13
Get your agenda ready → [http://bit.ly/44MWS1X]

07/04/2025

The 2025 VAFP Annual Meeting & Exposition is almost here — but there’s still time to register! 🔥
Join family medicine leaders from across the state for an unforgettable event packed with networking, learning, and inspiration.
✅ CME Opportunities
✅ Cutting-edge Exhibits
✅ Expert Speakers
✅ Community & Connection
Spots are filling fast — secure yours NOW and be part of the momentum!
👉 Link in bio

06/16/2025

06/11/2025

FREE WEBINAR - Separating Myth from Reality–Liability Questions Around the Administration of Naloxone

The Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (OAA) is offering a free webinar on Thursday, June 12, at 11:00 am featuring speakers from three different organizations in Virginia sharing their experience with this issue.
The speakers include:
Tiana Vazques, REVIVE! Health Education Specialist for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

Stephanie Diaz, Programs Manager for the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police

Tim Spencer, City Attorney for the City of Roanoke

All three of these programs were either recently launched or are currently in the process of implementation. Speakers will discuss the operational aspects of providing mobile treatment services, best practices, budget and finances, and lessons learned from the process.

This webinar is free to anyone who would like to attend, but you must register in advance. Even if you cannot attend the live presentation, by registering you will be contacted with a link to the recording and presentation materials. Register at the link below.

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Separating myth from reality – liability questions around the administration of naloxone. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

06/11/2025

https://vafp.org/2025-scholarly-symposium/