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Member Benefits

For a comprehensive overview of STFM benefits, review the 2025 STFM Member Benefits Guide (desktop PDF). For the mobile-friendly version, click here.

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  • Meet Accreditation Requirements
  • Spend Less Time Creating Curricula
  • Feed Your Passion
  • Get Motivated. Get Educated. Get Connected.
  • Be "In The Know"
  • Lead STFM Initiatives
  • Advocate for Change
  • Advance Your Career
2025 STFM Member Benefits Guide

Membership Categories

Who: Any physician who is in a teaching position or actively involved in the organization, administration, or promotion of family medicine

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

2025 Membership: $395

Who: Any individual, who is not a physician, who is in a teaching position or is actively involved in the organization, administration, or promotion of family medicine. Examples include pharmacists, behavioral scientists, physician assistants, researchers, social workers, etc.

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31

2025 Membership: $265

60 years or older? Consider lifetime membership

Who: Faculty (employed and community) who devote no more than 10 hours per week or 3 months per year to teaching 

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

2025 Membership: $175

Who: Any individual who is in a coordinator position (examples include medical student education coordinators, residency coordinators, clerkship coordinators)

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

2025 Membership: $175

Who: Any individual who either holds a teaching position or is actively involved in the organization, administration, or promotion of family medicine who resides outside the United States or Canada

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

2025 Membership: $175

WhoAny individual who is a medical student, resident, or fellow-in-training in an approved family medicine program or department

WhenMemberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31. An Affiliate Membership shall automatically terminate at the close of the year in which the Affiliate Member shall cease to meet the initial status qualifications for such membership

2025 Membership Rate: $130 (fellows); $60 (residents); Free (students)

Who: Any individual, retired or age 70 or over, who has been an STFM member for 10 or more years

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

2025 Membership Rate: Free with a complimentary digital subscription to Family Medicine Journal

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Who: Any individual who is age 60+. This category provides full membership — for a lifetime — with voting rights and is a fantastic way to honor retiring faculty for their service.

When: Memberships run the calendar year, from January 1–December 31.

One-Time Membership Fee: 

  • $2,500 for physicians
  • $1,800 for other family medicine educators

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AI Chatbot Tips

Tips for Using STFM's AI Assistant

STFM's AI Assistant is designed to help you find information and answers about Family Medicine education. While it's a powerful tool, getting the best results depends on how you phrase your questions. Here's how to make the most of your interactions:

1. Avoid Ambiguous Language

Be Clear and Specific: Use precise terms and avoid vague words like "it" or "that" without clear references.

Example:
Instead of: "Can you help me with that?"
Try: "Can you help me update our Family Medicine clerkship curriculum?"
Why this is important: Ambiguous language can confuse the AI, leading to irrelevant or unclear responses. Clear references help the chatbot understand exactly what you're asking.

2. Use Specific Terms

Identify the Subject Clearly: Clearly state the subject or area you need information about.

Example:
Instead of: "What resources does STFM provide?"
Try: "I'm a new program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship. What STFM resources are available to help me design or update clerkship curricula?"
Why this is better: Providing details about your role ("program coordinator") and your goal ("design or update clerkship curricula") gives the chatbot enough context to offer more targeted information.

3. Don't Assume the AI Knows Everything

Provide Necessary Details:The STFM AI Assistant has been trained on STFM's business and resources. The AI can only use the information you provide or that it has been trained on.

Example:
Instead of: "How can I improve my program?"
Try: "As a program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship, what resources does STFM provide to help me improve student engagement and learning outcomes?"
Why this is important: Including relevant details helps the AI understand your specific situation, leading to more accurate and useful responses.

4. Reset if You Change Topics

Clear Chat History When Switching Topics:

If you move to a completely new topic and the chatbot doesn't recognize the change, click the Clear Chat History button and restate your question.
Note: Clearing your chat history removes all previous context from the chatbot's memory.
Why this is important: Resetting ensures the AI does not carry over irrelevant information, which could lead to confusion or inaccurate answers.

5. Provide Enough Context

Include Background Information: The more context you provide, the better the chatbot can understand and respond to your question.

Example:
Instead of: "What are the best practices?"
Try: "In the context of Family Medicine education, what are the best practices for integrating clinical simulations into the curriculum?"
Why this is important: Specific goals, constraints, or preferences allow the AI to tailor its responses to your unique needs.

6. Ask One Question at a Time

Break Down Complex Queries: If you have multiple questions, ask them separately.

Example:
Instead of: "What are the requirements for faculty development, how do I register for conferences, and what grants are available?"
Try: Start with "What are the faculty development requirements for Family Medicine educators?" Then follow up with your other questions after receiving the response.
Why this is important: This approach ensures each question gets full attention and a complete answer.

Examples of Good vs. Bad Prompts

Bad Prompt

"What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's bad: The AI Chat Assistant has no information about your background or needs.

Good Prompt

"I'm the chair of the Department of Family Medicine at a major university, and I plan to retire next year. I'd like to stay involved with Family Medicine education. What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's good: The AI Chat Assistant knows your role, your future plans, and your interest in staying involved, enabling it to provide more relevant advice.

Double Check Important Information

While the AI Chat Assistant is a helpful tool, it can still produce inaccurate or incomplete responses. Always verify critical information with reliable sources or colleagues before taking action.

Technical Limitations

The Chat Assistant:

  • Cannot access external websites or open links
  • Cannot process or view images
  • Cannot make changes to STFM systems or process transactions
  • Cannot access real-time information (like your STFM Member Profile information)

STFM AI Assistant
Disclaimer: The STFM Assistant can make mistakes. Check important information.