February Highlights
 Prepare to Renew & Discover During The
44th
Annual ACOFP Convention & Exhibition
March 14-18, 2007
ACOFP 44th Annual Convention & Exhibition
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center
Kissimmee, Florida
Sun & Fun For the Whole Family
Central Florida’s Kissimmee is located in the heart of it all. Central Florida is home to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Gatorland. ACOFP’s headquarters hotel, the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, offers shuttle service to Disney World, located just five minutes from the hotel. Register Now
Still undecided? Check out all the convention highlights at the ACOFP 44th Annual Convention & Exhibition.
Early Bird Registration Extended Until Friday, February 16, 2007. This means you can register at the reduced rate of $595, rather than the full rate of $695.
Register Now for the Convention at the Early Bird Reduced Rate
Hotel Note – THE ACOFP Headquarters Hotel (Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center) is sold out.
Rooms are still available at the alternative hotel:
Caribe Royale Orlando
1-800-823-8300 (Reservations)
Room Rate – $189 plus tax per night (single and double occupancy)
 Auxiliary Activities Focus on Fun and Education
From Mollie Told, Auxiliary President
The ACOFP Auxiliary encourages you to visit us in Kissimmee at the ACOFP booth during the upcoming 44th Annual Convention & Exhibition. Our annual golf tournament is our main fundraiser and will be held at the beautiful Mystic Dunes Golf Club. If you do not golf, please support the Auxiliary with your donation or sponsorship. You are all invited to our family breakfast to socialize and meet the Auxiliary family. We truly want to keep the family in family medicine!
Complete Auxiliary Highlights and Registration
Young Physicians Resource Opportunities Flourishing Under Expanded ACOFP Programs
Have You Been In Practice for Less Then Ten Years?
You are Invited to a Young Physician Welcome Reception During the Annual Convention
Advance registration required
The ACOFP Young Physicians Committee is hosting a Welcome Reception for all Residents completing the AOBFP certification exam onsite in Kissimmee, and for all young physicians (who have been in practice for 10 years or less) attending the annual convention.
View Young Physician Convention Highlights
Register for the Convention
Grow Your Expertise Through The Young Physicians Regional Network
ACOFP’s Young Physicians Committee has developed a Regional Mentoring Network of fellow Young Physicians. OFP’s are faced with many challenges regarding family practice medicine and the Regional Mentoring Network is there to help you resolve these issues. From coding and billing to integrating procedures into daily rounds to tort reform, these Regional Mentors are there to help you solve your challenges.
Contact Your Regional Mentor Now
Read the most Frequently Asked Questions from Residents who have contacted the Young Physicians Regional Mentors to date.
Stay in The Loop – Update My Contact Information
The ACOFP membership information we have on file is also being used as your online directory information. In order for ACOFP to be able to communicate with you, and also fellow residents, your address and email needs to be current.
Updating your membership information is as easy as one, two, three:
- Go to http://www.acofp.org/Forms/Contact_Update.aspx
- Login to the Members only section with your username (AOA/ACOFP ID Number) and password (last name and the year 2002 with no spaces; i.e. smith2002)
Troubleshooting: Forgot your username and password or don’t know your ID number? No problem. Just enter your email address and ACOFP will instantly email you your credentials.
- Once logged in, update your membership information
Update My Information
OFPNews
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This Month’s OFPNews Must Read
Educational Exhibitions – A Time For Discovery.
Exhibitions Offer Much More Than Cheap Giveaways – They Offer a View of the Future!
Read the Complete Current Issue
Download the February, 2007 Issue
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Looking for the Perfect Fit –
ACOFP’s Career Center Can Find It.
ACOFP Career Center is your resource for making online employment connections in the fields of osteopathic medicine. To find a job, or fill a position, visit ACOFP CareerCenter today.
Current CareerCenter Job Postings
Physician Assistant in 6615 Delmonico Drive
Looking for a full time Physician, Physician Assistant, and Nurse Practitioner to join a growing family practice. Great opportunity for mid level individuals with experience in family practice.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2492164.32
Physician Opportunity, Colorado in Boulder, CO
Looking for a physician part or full time to join a progressive integrative medicine practice in Boulder, Colorado. Great opportunity for family practitioner with emphasis in osteopathic manipulation and physical medicine modalities. For more information please contact Zobi Nieto-Handerhan at 303-499-0044 or fax CV to 303-499-0777.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2500787.32
Assistant Director Osteopathic Program in Marquette, Michigan
The Marquette General Health System Family Medicine Residency Program, located in scenic Marquette, Michigan on the shores of Lake Superior, is looking for a full-time, experienced AOBFP certified osteopathic family physician faculty member to join a well-established, community based, unopposed AOA/ACGME accredited 6/6/6 family medicine residency program.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2499592.32
Full-Time Family Practice Physician in Hampton, Virginia
Spectrum Healthcare Resources (SHR) has an exciting opportunity for a Full-Time Family Practice Physician to provide services to our active duty troops and their families at the Outpatient Clinic at Langley Air Force Base in Virginia.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2499319.32
Physician in Cranston, Rhode Island
Fallon and Horan D.O. Inc. family physicians in Rhode Island seek a be/bc fp to join the practice.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2493965.32
Family Medicine Physician in Ft. Lauderdale
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSU-COM) is seeking a Board Certified Family Medicine Physician. This full-time position in our active Department of Family Medicine will primarily emphasize patient care services at university clinic sites, coupled with academic involvement in student and resident teaching, service on college committees, and participation in research.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2491641.32
Family Medicine Residency Program Director in Ft. Lauderdale
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking a board certified family medicine physician to serve as Family Medicine Residency Program Director at its North Broward Hospital District teaching affiliate. In conjunction with this full time position, the successful candidate will also receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Family Medicine at the College.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2488718.32
HOLISTIC DO or MD in Cincinnati, Ohio
Holistic DO or MD Needed – for successful, groundbreaking Wellness Center located in Cincinnati, OH. A leader in providing innovative therapies for body and mind, we need a patient focused team player with some Holistic experience who has a passion for natural health and is dedicated to changing the way medicine is practiced. Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2488166.32
Urgent Care Physician in St. John's Express Care
Seeking experienced, self-motivated, and congenial Board Certified Family Practice physician who desires an urgent care setting to provide primary care services on an express care basis including diagnostic radiology and moderate complexity lab services.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2487153.32
Family Practice Physician in Fayetteville, North Carolina
Work for an Industry Leader $80 per Hour! Paid Travel & Lodging! American Clinical Resources, ACR, has excellent opportunities for a Family Practice Physician to serve our nations’ military at Pope Air Force Base in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2481774.32
Family Physician - WI in Across Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Office of Rural Health (WORH) has detailed information on over 90 Family Medicine positions located throughout the state in both rural and urban communities ranging in population from 1,000 – 250,000. These positions are mainly with multi-specialty medical groups and healthcare systems, although there are also some independent clinics as well.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2412860.32
Rural Recruitment in Across America
The National Rural Recruitment and Retention Network Over 3,500 communities in 43 states have family medicine opportunities posted on the 3RNet. Staff at non-profit state organizations will assist you in matching your personal and professional needs.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2412850.32
Family Practice Physician in Beaufort, South Carolina
Come – Live and Work in the Coastal Beaufort Area Thirty-six year old award winning Community Health Center seeks highly skilled, hard working, Board Certified/Eligible South Carolina Licensed physicians to become a member of a 16-physician primary care team in Coastal South Carolina with over 180 employees and a patient base of over 19,000.
Apply online at http://careercenter.acofp.org/jobdetail.cfm?job=2412511.32 |
