Resources for Family Medicine Residency Recruitment

Streamline the family medicine residency interview process with these free resources for programs.

STFM has compiled several resources to help family medicine residency programs with recruiting and interviewing medical students, and resources to help medical students position themselves as strong candidates for their preferred choice of residency program for match.

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Webinar: "A Conversation With Faculty Advisors: Guiding Students Through the Family Medicine Match"

Watch a recording below of this virtual panel session discussion of family medicine student advising during application fever with other faculty advisors and med school administrators. STFM Medical Student Education Committee Chair, Ann Rutter, MD, MS, led a panel of medical school faculty to share strategies and ideas for guiding students through the residency interview season.

A Conversation with Faculty Advisors: Guiding Students through the Family Medicine Match

This collaborative panel event, led by STFM MSE Committee Chair, Ann Rutter, MD, MS, brought together faculty advisors and med school administrators to share insights and ask questions about advising during the virtual residency interview season and application fever.

Recorded AAFP Livestream: Applying to Family Medicine Residencies

Watch the replay below to use actionable insights from family medicine panelists to leverage your program's residency interview process, including:

  • How students can position themselves as the strongest possible candidate
  • How to leverage the virtual interview to everyone's advantage
  • How to use data to make application decisions
  • The latest Match trends in family medicine

Applying to Family Medicine Residencies

Panelists discuss how you can position yourself as the strongest possible candidate, what virtual interview elements could mean for you, using data to determine how many programs to apply to, and the latest Match trends in family medicine.

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Events

March 11, 2026, 1 pm Eastern: GME Leadership Webinar Series: "The Human Side of Leadership: Managing People and Ourselves"

March 16, 2026, 1 pm Eastern: Webinar Hosted by Equitable Advisors: Debt Management for Academic Family Medicine Professionals

March 31, 2026, 1 pm Eastern: Webinar: "Integrity, Identity, and Inclusion: Reframing Professionalism for a New Era"

April 1, 2026: Start of STFM Foundation Online Auction

May 2–6, 2026: STFM Annual Spring Conference

May 13, 2026, 1 pm Eastern: GME Leadership Webinar Series: "Defining Success on Your Own Terms"

June 10, 2026, 1 pm Eastern: Webinar: "Staying at the Table: Leading for Health Equity While Protecting Your Peace"

August 31–September 2, 2026: STFM Conference on Practice & Quality Improvement

Deadlines

March 16, 2026: Family Medicine Call for Papers: Theme Issue on Scope of Practice in Family Medicine

March 19, 2026: Representative to Council of Faculty and Academic Societies (CFAS)

April 1, 2026: Early Bird Deadline to Register for 2026 STFM Annual Spring Conference

May 4, 2026: STFM Foundation Online Auction Closes

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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.

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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.

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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)

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