Thank you to the dedicated physicians, residents, and students who united to engage with lawmakers about critical issues affecting family medicine on Michigan Family Medicine Advocacy Day! On March 18, over 200 family medicine physicians, residents, and students gathered at the Capitol in Lansing to advocate for legislation and policies impacting the practice of medicine and patient access to primary care in Michigan.

Participants emphasized the importance of preserving physician-led care, advocating for continued funding for the MIDOCs program, and opposition to any proposed reforms to Medicaid that could hinder patient access to essential services. MAOFP and Michigan Academy of Family Physicians members shared personal experiences and data-driven insights to illustrate how these issues impact our communities, stressing the need for legislative support to ensure comprehensive, quality care for all.

This collective effort highlighted the vital role of family medicine in the health care system and underscored the necessity of protecting and enhancing access to care for patients across the state. Thank you once again for your unwavering dedication and impactful advocacy efforts!