Is Family Medicine Right for You?

9 Signs You're a Future Family Physician

This is a specialty that often finds the student before the student finds the specialty. While there are countless ways to tailor a career in family medicine around your unique values, needs and interests, we're starting with 9 reasons family medicine is the best choice for you.

It could be your perfect match if you want to:

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It’s a human connection that’s not easily found in healthcare. And it’s one that patients are looking for - just as much as you.

Looking for More about Family Medicine?

What is Family Medicine?
See exactly how family medicine can work for you.

Join your Family Medicine Interest Group!
Learn about careers in a fun, informal setting, and even practice clinical skills and procedures.

The Match: Getting into a Residency Program
Ready to begin your journey to a family medicine residency? The Match may be a complex process, but making it work for you doesn't have to be. We have guides, videos, and events to support Match applicants every step of the way.

Attend the FUTURE Conference (formerly National Conference)
It's never too early to start considering your options. Come to the FUTURE conference each summer and meet more than 400 residency programs, experience what family medicine can do, and find your community!

Become an AAFP Member - for Free!

Membership is free for medical students! You’ll get board review questions and the award-winning journal American Family Physician — and a partner and community eager to help you become a family physician.

See What You Get