IAFP NEWS BITES
September 7, 2022
Join us for the
2022 Galena Fall CME Getaway!
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IAFP 2022 Galena Fall CME Getaway
September 30 - October 2, 2022
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, Galena, IL
Register HERE
 
There is still time to register for the Fall CME Getaway in beautiful Galena, Illinois later this month! Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa has something for the whole family. You can go horseback riding, unwind at the spa, hit the greens, or enjoy a dip in the pool. Check out the resort website for all the available activities and to view photos of the accommodations. You will not want to miss exploring Galena's charming downtown, enjoying the vast outdoor recreation the area has to offer, or grabbing a bite to eat at a local establishment. Explore all Galena has to offer HERE. We hope to see you there!
 
CME
The CME Program will take place over 3 half-day sessions that will be held Friday afternoon, Saturday morning, and Sunday morning. You can view a draft of the program HERE.
 
CME REGISTRATION FEES
IAFP/AAFP Member - $395.00
Non-Member - $450.00.
 
Hotel rooms are filling up fast. Book your room by September 12 to receive the group rate. Hotel reservations must be made directly with the resort at 1-800-892-2269. Please tell them you are with the IAFP room block to receive the discounted room rate. 
 
We are pleased to offer a rate of $190.00 per night for a King or Queen/Queen in the Inn. We are also excited to offer special rates of $190.00 for a one bedroom villa and $250.00 for a two bedroom villa. Please note all villas are a 2-night minimum stay.  All room rates are quoted exclusive of applicable state and local taxes, currently 11%, as well as the resort amenity fee.  
 
More information and registration can be found HERE.
We hope to see you in Galena!
IAFP Annual Conference
October 27-29, 2022
West Des Moines Sheraton

We are excited to announce the 2022 Annual Conference will be held in-person on October 27-29 at the West Des Moines Sheraton.
 
The early bird registration pricing expires after September 19th so register soon to take advantage of the special early rate. 

Reserve your hotel room at the Sheraton HERE to receive the discounted room rate.

Our 2022 program is full of old favorites, new ideas, and exciting events.
We hope to see you there! 
 
Schedule of Events

Thursday, October 27
  • Committee Meetings
  • IAFP Foundation Board Meetings
  • IAFP Board Meeting
  • Annual Business Meeting
  • Evening CME sessions on TAVRs, Updates in Diabetes Management, and a Patient-Centered Approach to Managing IBS-C and CIC
  • 2022 Donor Appreciation Reception
(In recognition of 2022 Donors of the IAFP Foundation, Rural Loan Repayment
Program and PrimCare PAC.) *Members must have a donor ribbon to attend.

Friday, October 28
  • Full day of CME Educational Programming
  • Exhibit Hall
  • Resident Jeopardy
  • Awards & Installation Banquet
 
Saturday, October 29
  • Past President's Breakfast
  • Morning CME sessions
Care of Older Adults
Virtual Knowledge Self Assessment

Knowledge Self Assessment- Care of Older Adults
November 19, 2022 - 8:00 am- Noon (estimated)
Zoom Webinar
8 CME credits
$125 for IAFP/AAFP Members
$150 for Nonmembers

Easily fulfill the 60-question Knowledge Self-Assessment (KSA) with this one-day session that meets your ABFM’s Family Medicine Certification Self-Assessment Activities requirement.
  • Review 60 core competency questions with experienced family physician faculty, and decide the best answer with your colleagues.
  • The IAFP reports your answers directly to the ABFM on your behalf. 



Iowa Resident Member Receives 2022
AAFP Award for Excellence in
Graduate Medical Education
Congratulations to IAFP Resident member, Nicole Woodson-DeFauw, M.D., who was awarded the AAFP Award for Excellence in Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Woodson-DeFauw is a resident at the University of Iowa. Learn more about her HERE.
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MAYO CLINIC OPPORTUNITY IN LAKE MILLS

Join the authority in medicine and partner with the nation’s best hospital (U.S. News & World Report 2021-2022).

Mayo Clinic Health System in Lake Mills, Iowa is seeking a board certified/board eligible Family Medicine Physician to join our collegial department.

You’ll join two Advance Practice Practitioners in the outpatient only practice with no call and no OB, but with the possibility of inpatient work at our Austin, MN location. You’ll also enjoy a generous compensation and benefit package, including a fully funded pension plan.

For more information on this and other opportunities with Mayo Clinic and Mayo Clinic Health System, visit jobs.mayoclinic.org/familymedicine 
2022 Iowa Psychiatry Physicians Society Psychiatry Post Graduate Fall Symposium

Iowa Psychiatry Physicians Society (IPPS) will be holding their fall symposium on Friday, October 7 at the Radisson in Coralville.

You can find more information and view the brochure HERE.

Register HERE
Meet Your State Mandated CME Requirements: Evidence Based Care of Chronic Pain &
End of Life Care Courses Available On-Demand

Need state mandated CME? IAFP is offering state mandated CME courses on Chronic Pain & End of Life Care on-demand. See below for more information and registration.

Iowa-licensed physicians are required to complete 2 hours of Category 1 credits for chronic pain management and 2 hours of Category 1 credits for end-of-life care every five years. These requirements became effective August 17, 2011, are for physicians who provide primary care to patients (e.g., emergency physicians, family physicians, general practice physicians, internists, neurologists, pain medicine specialists, and psychiatrists.)

Evidence Based Care of Chronic Pain Course
Cost-$40 for IAFP/AAFP Members
$50 for Nonmembers

End of Life Care Course
Cost-$40 for IAFP/AAFP Members
$50 for Nonmembers
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Iowa Academy of Family Physicians | 515-244-4182 | mail@iaafp.org | www.iaafp.org
Pam Williams, Executive Vice President, pwilliams@iaafp.org
Katie Cox, Deputy Executive Vice President , kcox@iaafp.org
Kelly Scallon, Director of Operations, kscallon@iaafp.org