Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

01/23/2026

Maternal deaths are largely preventable, but MN still experiences nearly 18 pregnancy-related deaths per 100,000 live births (about 1 in 5,600). That is unacceptably high, & Black + American Indian people are disproportionately impacted.

Family physicians play a vital role in maternal health — providing prenatal care, deliveries & postpartum care across the state, especially in rural + underserved communities.

➡️ Learn more about maternal mortality in MN & a recent review by the Minnesota Department of Health: www.health.state.mn.us/people/womeninfants/maternalmort/index.html

➡️ Read a past interview with MN family docs practicing family medicine OB about its importance + the need for more support: mafp.org/family-medicine-obstetrics

Four Minnesota family physicians share about the importance of family medicine obstetrics and the need for more support.

01/21/2026

Family physicians are facing increasing complexity, emotional strain & barriers to care — while continuing to show up for patients every day.

In response, the MAFP is hosting member-only, physician-led conversations to create space to connect, share experiences & help shape MAFP efforts to support you + your patients.

Coming up:
🗓 Tues., Jan. 27, 7–8 p.m.
🗓 Thurs., Jan. 29, 12–1 p.m.

Facilitated by: Jamie Conniff, MD, MPH, MAFP President

🔗 Register: mafp.org/event/2026-community-conversation-for-minnesota-family-physicians-jan-27

01/21/2026

“I have been a practicing physician for more than 19 years here in MN, & I have never seen this level of chaos & fear in health care for patients & our health care teams.” — Roli Dwivedi, MD, FAAFP, MAFP Immediate Past President

Today, MAFP members + leaders joined Dr. Alice Mann For MN State Senate, Senator Matt Klein, M.D. & other MN physicians to share how "Operation Metro Surge" is impacting patient care in MN.

Stories included:
➡️ A cancer patient detained & moved to Texas without meds.
➡️ A diabetic patient rationing insulin + food.
➡️ A pregnant patient laboring alone at home out of fear.
➡️ A missed follow-up turning into a life-threatening emergency.
➡️ A mother & son “forcefully separated” in a clinic parking lot while trying to fill a prescription for a seizure med. The trauma of the incident triggered a medical crisis, with the son being rushed to the hospital & the mom sent to a detention center in Texas.

Dwivedi: “I have dozens of other stories to share, but the bottom line is, is this making America healthy again?”

01/20/2026

Tonight, we're kicking off our virtual conversation series on AI + family medicine. Hope to "see you" there!

AI is already showing up in family medicine — let’s talk about it.

Join the first conversation in our physician-led AI + Family Medicine Zoom Series on Tues., Jan. 20 (7–8 p.m.).

• Share real-world experiences.
• Ask questions.
• Explore what’s next.

Guided by Christopher Adams, MD, MBA, FAAFP, Clinical Informatics Fellow, University of MN–Hennepin Healthcare.

🔗 Register: mafp.org/event/ai-plus-family-medicine/session-01

01/19/2026

“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health care is the most shocking & inhumane.” — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

We remain committed to advocating for safe, equitable care for all patients & communities.

Read our recent joint physician statement on this commitment + concern, & access resources on caring for immigrant patients at mafp.org/15/joint-physician-statement-on-patient-safety-and-access-to-care.

MAFP supports a joint physician statement urging patient safety, access to care and opposing policies that harm Minnesotans after the tragic death of Renee Nicole Macklin Good.

01/16/2026

Tuesday, January 20, 20267:00 – 8:00 pm CDT (online) Register See how artificial intelligence (AI) is showing up in family medicine. This physician-led conversation offers a space for family physicians, residents and medical students to share real-world experiences, ask questions and explore what....

01/15/2026

📢 This past weekend, we signed onto a statement with the Minnesota Medical Association, MN Section of the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ACOG District VI), Minnesota Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics, & Minnesota Midwives of American College of Nurse Midwives, expressing sadness over the tragic death of Renee Nicole Macklin Good + addressing patient safety, access to care & the responsibility of physicians to serve all communities.

The MAFP & these partner organizations stand in opposition to policies + actions that restrict access to health care & contribute to harm.

We remain committed to advocating for safe, compassionate, equitable care for ALL Minnesotans (regardless of immigration status).

MAFP supports a joint physician statement urging patient safety, access to care and opposing policies that harm Minnesotans after the tragic death of Renee Nicole Macklin Good.

01/15/2026

🌟 The next Shape Your Path session is on Feb. 4 (online).

Explore strategies for boosting collaboration across clinical teams + learn how to communicate effectively, delegate tasks & create a cohesive care environment that improves outcomes for patients + clinicians.

➡️ Open to all American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) members.
➡️ No cost!

Register at mafp.org/event/shape-your-path/session-6

(CentraCare, Future Family Medicine - AAFP, American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation)

01/14/2026

There’s A LOT weighing on people right now — in our clinics, communities & world. Many of us are asking: Where can my voice make a difference?

One place is within our own Academy.

MAFP resolutions guide our policy + advocacy priorities — & they start with members like YOU.

📝 Submit a resolution: mafp.org/resolutions
🚨 Deadline: Jan. 30, 2026

01/13/2026

01/12/2026

"Health Care Providers & Immigration Enforcement: Know Your Rights, Know Your Patients’ Rights," from the National Immigration Law Center: www.nilc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Health-Care-Providers-and-Immigration-Enforcement.pdf

More tips & links to resources re: caring for immigrant patients ➡️ mafp.org/03/supporting-immigrant-patients-in-minnesota

Family physicians supporting immigrant patients in Minnesota, protect privacy, and connect them with trusted resources.

01/11/2026