The American Academy of Family Physicians is one of the largest national medical organizations, representing 131,400 family physicians, family medicine residents, and medical students nationwide. Founded in 1947, its mission has been to preserve and promote the science and art of family medicine and to ensure high-quality, cost-effective health care for patients of all ages.

Vision:
The vision of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) is to transform health care to achieve optimal health for everyone.
Mission:
The mission of the AAFP is to improve the health of patients, families, and communities by serving the needs of members with professionalism and creativity.