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December 5 - December 8, 2024

2024 Winter Family Physicians Weekend

In-Person & Virtual Registration Options!

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NC General Assembly

Advocating for Greater Investment in Primary Care

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HURRICANE HELENE RELIEF EFFORTS

All Resources and Donations for Those Impacted by Hurricane Helene

The NCAFP is organizing state and federal relief efforts that members need to practice and support those affected by the hurricane

Learn more!

October Member Spotlight

Caroline Bessey, MD

Family Physician at Chatuge Family Practice in Hayesville

More About Dr. Bessey

Reflecting on 75 years of advancing family medicine


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Since 1947, NCAFP has been advancing family medicine in North Carolina. Our mission is to improve the lives and professional environment of current and future family physicians so they can continue to provide exceptional care to their patients and communities for another 75 years and beyond. Learn about our first 75 years by viewing our historical timeline.

NCAFP Membership

In 2023, the NCAFP enjoyed strong and continued support from our members. Thank you for your membership: we can't make Family physicians universally valued and accessible without your help!

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Active Member Retention Rate
93.9%
New Physicians Retention Rate
88.3%
Resident to Active Conversion Rate
74.8%
NC Market Share
88.3%

Revisit our podcast with the late Dr. Jim Jones with a special prologue.

NCAFP Podcasts

Don't miss our great podcasts: NCFM Today and The Family Doctor: Lessons Learned. Wisdom Shared. You can find them both here.

About NCAFP

Mission

To improve the lives and professional environment of current and future family physicians so they can provide exceptional care to their patients and communities.

Vision

Family physicians will be universally valued for their role in providing high quality care to the people of North Carolina.

Objectives and Goals

Read our complete Objectives and Goals here.

  1. We believe that Family Medicine is essential to the well-being of the health of North Carolina, and that Family Medicine is well-suited to improve the health of the residents of our state.
  2. We believe in a healthcare system that is primary care driven providing quality, access and affordability.  We believe that the physician-patient relationship is sacred.
  3. We believe in a healthcare system that is fair, equitable and accessible. We believe in the elimination of health disparities and barriers to access to healthcare for North Carolina.
  4. We believe in a comprehensive approach to care, and value the health and well-being of patients, families and communities.
  5. We value collaborative communication with all parties concerned with healthcare delivery, and advocate for a positive practice environment to nourish the specialty of family medicine.
  6. We value the professional and personal well-being of our members.

Gregory K. Griggs, MPA, CAE
Executive Vice President and CEO
919-980-5228

Shawn Parker, JD, MPA, 
General Counsel and Chief of Staff
919-980-5377

Kathryn C. Atkinson, CMP
Director, Meetings & Events
919-214-9058

Perry W. Price 
Manager, Workforce Initiatives
919-980-5357

Kevin LaTorre, MA
Manager, Communications and Membership
919-980-5381

Jan Rainey
Manager, Finances