Dear MDAFP Members,
This October, Maryland family medicine has a front-row seat to something that does not happen often. Our own Dr. Kisha Davis, past president of MDAFP and a name you know well, will be inducted as President of the American Academy of Family Physicians. On Wednesday morning, October 21, in Nashville, Tennessee, that moment becomes official at the AAFP Congress of Delegates.
I’d like to see every MDAFP member who can make it to be in that room. Registration for the Congress of Delegates is free to AAFP members. It runs in conjunction with FMX, the Academy's annual clinical conference. You do not need to be a delegate to attend. You just need to register.
If you have ever considered attending FMX, this is the year to do it. Nashville. October. Kisha Davis taking the reigns as AAFP President. That is worth the trip!
There is a second reason to consider making the journey, especially if you are eligible for or have been working toward your AAFP Degree of Fellow. The 2026 FAAFP Convocation takes place on Friday, October 23, from 7:00 to 8:30 a.m. at the Omni Nashville Hotel. It is one of the first formal duties Dr. Davis will carry out as AAFP President, preside over and run the ceremony.
Receiving your FAAFP under the leadership of a Maryland physician, someone who has served this state's family physicians and advocated alongside you, is a meaningful distinction. The convocation breakfast is included as part of your FMX registration.
COD Induction of Dr. Kisha Davis as AAFP President
Cost: Free to AAFP members. No FMX registration required to register and attend the COD.
FAAFP Convocation
Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2025
Location: Nashville, Tennessee (in conjunction with FMX)
If you are eligible for the Degree of Fellow and have been waiting for the right time, this is it.
Here is what to know:
FAAFP Convocation
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026, 7:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Location: Omni Nashville Hotel
Registration: Included with FMX registration or only for this event. Registering for the breakfast is a part of FMX registration. You may select the breakfast when registering for FMX or register for only this event.
Visit aafp.org/fmx to register for FMX and aafp.org/about/leadership/congress-delegates to learn more about the Congress of Delegates.
Maryland has a lot to be proud of this fall. Let's fill those seats. I’m looking forward to seeing many of you there!
