🌿 Happening this FRIDAY! The Midwest Obesity Symposium kicks off in Hermann, MO—and we’re here to help you make the most of it, mind and body. Here are a few wellness tips as you prep for two inspiring days of connection, education, and rejuvenation.

The countdown is ON for the Midwest Obesity Symposium—and we’re thrilled to introduce you to the incredible lineup of speakers who will lead us through two days of learning, connection, and care in Hermann. 📍Join us in Hermann. Come for the CME, stay for the community.

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📷 Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Callie Bishop 📷 Meet Dr. Callie Bishop – a board-certified adult, child, and adolescent psychiatrist who has dedicated her career to treating eating disorders at every level of care—from inpatient to outpatient.

Where can you network with fellow family physicians and flamingos? At our St. Louis Family Medicine Mixer at the Zoo on September 4! Join us for an exclusive, 20-person networking event. Free for members (donations encouraged); $50 for guests. 🔗 https://t.co/ZcbrI5qrAp

Effective obesity care requires a sharp mind—and a rested one. The Midwest Obesity Symposium combines cutting-edge CME with opportunities to relax and recharge in Hermann’s serene wine country. Register now: https://t.co/dnNhIEVzzj

👩‍⚕️ Meet Dr. Lauren Wilfling – family physician, educator, mom, foodie, and fierce advocate for compassionate, patient-centered care. Dr. Wilfling currently practices full-spectrum Family Medicine with OB as a faculty physician at Mercy Family Medicine Residency in St. Louis, MO.

Final Call: Essay Submissions Due August 31! If you're a med student, don’t miss this opportunity to be published, recognized, and heard. Theme: “Beyond the Clinic: Understanding the Barriers Patients Face and the Call to Advocate” 📷 Details: https://t.co/XVQXn4Llmc

Learning doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Join us at the Midwest Obesity Symposium to deepen your obesity care knowledge and relax in scenic wine country. Reserve your spot today: https://t.co/cLw3ZlynXB

📷 Session Spotlight: Breath, Balance, Body with Dr. Katie Davenport-Kabonic, DO, FAAFP, DipABLM, YT-200 📷 What if your next clinical tool wasn’t on a prescription pad—but on a yoga mat?

Where can you network with fellow family physicians and flamingos? At our St. Louis Family Medicine Mixer at the Zoo on September 4! Join us for an exclusive, 20-person networking event with food and conversation so RSVP early! https://t.co/HNSP6TDMog

Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Jennifer Allen, MD Founder, Physician, Advocate, Survivor From RN to Nurse Practitioner to physician and entrepreneur, Dr. Jennifer Allen has walked nearly every path in healthcare. 📷 Come hear her story. 📷 Stay for the recipes. 📷 Leave with hope.

Join us Nov. 7–8, 2025 for the 33rd Annual Fall Conference—a weekend of learning, connection, and renewal. 📷 Expert-led CME 📷 Awards Gala & Silent Auction 📷 Group dining on the Plaza 📷 Topics from AI to Alzheimer’s Details coming soon: https://t.co/QvYIQf6iVU.

📷 Meet Dr. Sarah Hampl – a national leader in pediatric obesity care and policy advocacy. She leads federally funded research on healthy weight programs and professional training and works through the Missouri Telehealth Network to empower healthcare teams across the state.

Submit your nomination for the 2025 MAFP Awards before the August 30 deadline. Whether it’s a longtime mentor, a rising resident, or a peer doing incredible work—let’s give them the recognition they deserve. 📷 Learn more: https://t.co/EbTwLVbfPo

The Midwest Obesity Symposium offers two days of expert CME and a chance to unwind in beautiful Hermann, MO. 📷 Sip local wine, connect with peers, and return refreshed—ready to make a difference. 📷 Sept 12–13 | Register now: https://t.co/cLw3ZlynXB

Meet Dr. Kara Mayes – physician leader, obesity medicine expert, and advocate for better systems of care. Hear Dr. Mayes speak at the Midwest Obesity Symposium, September 12–13 in Hermann, MO—where bold ideas meet real-world practice.

Columbia’s Family Medicine Mixer is on August 28. Join us for a Back 2 Basics cooking class and learn something new while connecting with fellow physicians. 📷 Only 20 spots available, so register early! 📷 Sign up today: https://t.co/HNSP6TDeyI

Calling all med students! Submit your essay on ""Beyond the Clinic: Understanding the Barriers Patients Face and the Call to Advocate"" Details: https://t.co/7nTmTeZFUp Deadline: August 31, 2025 Open to MAFP student members"

Springfield Family Medicine Mixer on August 13! We’re taking over Fantastic Cavern for a fun; interactive evening focused on adventure and friendship. ⚠️ Only 25 spots available - Free for members (donations encouraged); $50 for guests. RSVP at https://t.co/ZcbrI5pTKR.