A medical residency takes place in a hospital or clinic and provides in-depth training within a specific medical specialty. Typically, residencies last for three years. Doctors-in training develop skills in laboratory work, medical procedures, patient care, quality control, and self-care—both mental and physical—as well as the “disclosure of adverse events”—the delivery of bad news.

The District of Columbia has three family medicine residencies ( Howard University, Georgetown University, Unity Health Care, Inc.
Wright Center) and each offers a different experience. Information on each program, from location and community setting, to program highlights and patient populations is highlighted below.

DCAFP provides scholarships and grants to attend the following conferences:

• The National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students
• The Family Medicine Congressional Conference
• American Academy of Family Physicians Foundation Immunization Awards

• Students and residents each have voting representatives on the DCAFP Board of Directors and on the AAFP Board of Directors.
• Students and residents may apply for positions in AAFP commissions and governance. (click here)

• Communications Committee
• Equity and Inclusion
• Governmental Advocacy Committee
• Membership & Member Services
• Practice Enhancement
• Professional Development
• Public Health and Science
• Student/Resident Issues