Join us for an insightful episode of Amplify Family Medicine, hosted by Kaitlyn Riggins, a second-year medical student and AAFP student member. This month, Kaitlyn interviews Dr. Cathy Lavender, Director of the Family Medicine Obstetrics Division, and Dr. John Waits, CEO of Cahaba Medical Care, to discuss the vital role of family medicine obstetricians. Together, they explore topics like combating the maternity care crisis in rural Alabama, balancing malpractice insurance costs, advice for medical students, and the future of family medicine. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about advancing healthcare in underserved communities. Subscribe for more episodes and visit aafp.org to learn more!

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians Executive Vice President Jeff Arrington sits down with Rep. Ed Oliver to discuss the rural physicians tax credit, ambulance services, and colorectal cancer screening tests.

Amplify Family Medicine, the official podcast of the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians, has launched it's first episode. In each episode, we will dive into the challenges, triumphs, and innovative practices that shape family medicine across our state. Our first guests include AAFP President Steven P. Furr, MD, FAAFP, AAFP Alabama Chapter President Brittney T. Anderson, MD, FAAFP, and AAFP Alabama Chapter Student Section President Ryleigh Randall. Let's amplify the impact of family physicians in Alabama together.