Awards

In an effort to recognize the achievements and dedication of our members, the IAFP Board of Directors invites members to honor their peers with the following awards each year. 

Lester D. Bibler Award for long-term service and leadership in Family Medicine 

A. Alan Fischer Award for outstanding contributions to family medicine education 

Richard D. Feldman Award for relentless dedication in public service

Outstanding Resident Award

Nominations for the Outstanding Resident Award are only accepted from the nominee's program director. Nominations must include a letter of nomination from the program director, a curriculum vita, a letter of support from a member of the program faculty or other IAFP member, and 2) a letter of support from someone not affiliated with the residency program.

In an effort to recognize the achievements and dedication of our members, the IAFP Board of Directors invites members to honor their peers with the following awards each year. We congratulate the 2025 recipients!

Family Physician of the Year Award: Jeffrey A. Kons, MD
A. Alan Fischer Award: Ruben Hernan Hernandez Mondragon, MD FAAFP DipABLM
Richard D. Feldman Award: Broderick J. Rhyant MD FAAFP
Outstanding Resident Award Winner: Gage Williamson, DO

A list of past recipients for each award may be found below.

Nominations will open on February 1 and should include a current CV for the nominee and a letter of endorsement from one or more colleagues of the nominee. The submission deadline is Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

Award recipients will be recognized during the 2026 IAFP Annual Convention in French Lick. Questions may be directed to Emily Bohannon at (317) 237-4237 or [email protected].