February 27 – March 1, 2026 | Graduate Annapolis Hotel
Dear MDAFP Members,
MDAFP's premier educational event of the year is happening later this month and I always look forward to this opportunity to see so many of you in person! The 2026 Annual Meeting & Winter Refresher offers an exceptional weekend of continuing medical education, professional networking, and valuable insights that will enhance your family medicine practice.
This three-day conference is designed to provide you with the latest clinical knowledge, practical skills, and professional connections you need to excel in family medicine. Whether you're seeking CME credits, looking to stay current with emerging treatments, or wanting to connect with colleagues across Maryland, this event delivers exceptional value.
Key benefits you can expect include:
Extensive CME Opportunities - Earn up to 22 AAFP Prescribed credits across the full conference, including 3 credits from the Pre-Conference Skills Workshop, 11 credits from the Winter Refresher Conference, and 8 credits from the Palliative Care Knowledge Self-Assessment (KSA). All sessions are AAFP-approved and designed to meet your continuing education requirements while providing practical, evidence-based knowledge you can apply immediately in your practice.
Cutting-Edge Clinical Content - Stay at the forefront of family medicine with sessions covering today's most relevant topics. Learn about competent care in pregnancy and infant loss, managing menopausal hormone therapy with comorbidities, using doxycycline as PEP to prevent bacterial STIs, and understanding cardiovascular risk assessment and CKM syndrome. You'll also explore lifestyle medicine approaches, sports medicine nutrition for adolescent athletes, and optimization of colorectal cancer screening in Maryland.
Dedicated Substance Use Disorder Track - This year we're introducing a comprehensive Sunday track focused entirely on substance use disorder. This specialized program covers foundational addiction concepts, screening and patient selection, withdrawal management, standard treatments for opioid and alcohol use disorders, and practical workflow implementation for medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) in your practice.
Physician Well-Being Workshop - Start the weekend by investing in yourself with our Friday Pre-Conference focused on physician well-being. Rediscover your passion for family medicine, learn strategies to decrease administrative burden and improve clinical workflow efficiency, and explore how to advocate for a culture of well-being in your organization. This session provides practical tools to help you reclaim joy in your practice and prevent burnout. We’re also adding on a social hour following the workshop to give you an opportunity to kick back, relax, and enjoy one another’s company.
Networking and Professional Growth - Connect with fellow family physicians from across Maryland during our Saturday evening networking reception featuring poster presentations. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and build relationships that will support your professional development throughout the year. The Annual Business Meeting Luncheon on Saturday also provides opportunities to engage with MDAFP leadership and stay informed about important initiatives affecting family medicine in our state.
Diverse Learning Formats - Choose the sessions that best fit your learning needs and schedule. Whether you attend the full three-day conference, focus on the Winter Refresher weekend, participate in the specialized Pre-Conference or Substance Use Disorder track, or take the Palliative Care KSA, you'll find flexible options designed to accommodate your availability and professional development goals.
Annual Business Meeting Luncheon - Join us Saturday at our Annual Business Meeting Luncheon for an inspiring midday program. Witness the induction of new MDAFP officers; specifically, the installation of Dr. Gattu Panisri Rao, MD, MPH, FAAFP, who will lead our organization forward; receive important updates on the state of MDAFP and our strategic initiatives; and hear from our special guest, AAFP President Dr. Sarah Nosel. Dr. Nosel will share her vision for the future of family medicine and insights on how we can strengthen our specialty both locally and nationally. This is a unique opportunity to connect with leadership and be part of shaping the future of family medicine in Maryland.
Registration Information - Registration is still open! MDAFP members receive significant savings compared to non-member rates. The full conference bundle (Friday-Sunday) is just $415 for members, and even more affordable options are available for new physicians ($350), residents ($75), and students ($75). Register by February 13, 2026, to secure your spot in advance.
Special hotel rates of $149/night are available at the beautiful Graduate Annapolis Hotel, but the room block deadline is today, February 5, 2026, so book your room now! We encourage you to stay at the conference hotel to maximize your experience. By staying onsite, you'll eliminate commute time and stress, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the educational sessions and networking opportunities. It's an investment in your well-being that lets you focus entirely on learning, connecting with colleagues, and returning to your practice refreshed and energized.
Don't miss this opportunity to advance your practice, earn valuable CME credits, and connect with the Maryland family medicine community!
Warm Regards,
Your Executive Director
Questions? Contact us at info@mdafp.org or call (888) 894-2606.
