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FFYFP Committee

The First Five Years in Family Practice (FFYFP) Committee supports family physicians in their first five years of practice and family medicine residents’ transition into practice. The Committee acts as a resource to the ACFP for those in the early stages of their career and is a subcommittee of the Member Engagement and Recognition Committee (MERC).

Become a Committee Member

The FFYFP Committee is currently looking for at least one, but up to three Members-at-Large. The call is open to all those who are ready and willing to bring their practice perspectives, especially those from rural practice settings, and/or to share their diverse regional voice (e.g., North, Central, Edmonton, and/or South Zones) with the group. Network, learn, and grow with your early career peers. 

Email your application to governance@acfp.ca. Please include a letter of interest (250 words max) and a summary of your experience or a copy of your CV.

Committee Members

  • Dr. Amanda Wang (Chair), Calgary 
  • Dr. Hania Aamer, Calgary
  • Dr. Matthew Machan, Calgary 
  • Dr. Perrin Michalyshyn, Edmonton
  • Dr. Kristina Quan, Calgary
  • Dr. Nathan Turner, Edmonton
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Amanda Wang
Chair
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Hania Aamer
Resident Representative
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Matthew Machan
Resident Representative
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Perrin Michalyshyn
Member-at-Large
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Kristina Quan
Member-at-Large
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Nathan Turner
Member-at-Large

Terms of Reference

The First Five Years in Family Practice (FFYFP) Committee is an operational committee of the ACFP.

Purpose

This Committee supports family physicians in their first five years of practice and family medicine residents’ transition into practice and acts as a resource to the ACFP for those in the early stages of their career.

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Dr. Amanda Wang

My name is Amanda Wang and I am in my third year of practice in Calgary, but as a born and raised Edmontonian, I will still forever be an Oilers fan. I enjoy a varied practice including urgent care work as well as a focus medical education. And like any millennial dog parent, I will utilize any opportunity to show photos of my adorable retriever Archie (who on occasion makes an appearance in clinic to the joy of all dog-loving patients).

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I am excited to be involved! I have now been in practice for a few years and hope to help give back to the FFYFP Committee and to our profession by helping others in often what is a somewhat vulnerable and potentially difficult transition into the real world. There are so many facets to consider outside of the clinical expertise we have gathered through training, and I hope to help us lead our fellow colleagues and help reduce some of the load as they settle in to their careers. I certainly am grateful for this committee as it was personally helpful during my transition to staff. I also have an interest in medical education so am looking forward to helping us with CME.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
The ACFP is a great voice for family physicians and provides a variety of invaluable resources to us. It serves us well to practice gratitude for the ACFP; we often don’t have time to stop and think just how much work it is to for the ACFP to advocate for us and to create CME. Thanks ACFP!

Dr. Hania Aamer

My name is Hania Aamer and I am a first-year Family Medicine resident at the University of Calgary. I completed my MD at the University of Calgary and my undergrad at the University of Alberta. I’m enthusiastic about advocating for Family Medicine among my peers, and I’m eager to contribute to teaching in this field and spearheading positive changes for early-career family physicians. In my free time, I enjoy watching the latest movies in the cinema and exploring new restaurants around the city!

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I’m thrilled to be joining the FFYFP Committee as I am eager to take on a leadership role in order to provide guidance to fellow early career family physicians. I truly believe in the value of a supportive network and I hope that I can contribute to this in a positive way. My passion lies in highlighting the critical role family medicine plays in holistic health care and community well-being. This committee offers a fantastic platform to champion these values and make a lasting impact.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
What I value most about the ACFP is its unwavering advocacy for family doctors. It not only recognizes the invaluable contributions of family physicians, but also actively seeks to create opportunities for connections, networking, and furthering medical education. Having had the privilege of sitting on the board during medical school, I gained profound insight into the opportunities that ACFP provides. This experience solidified my appreciation for the ACFP’s dedication to supporting and empowering family doctors throughout their careers and motivated me to continue working with ACFP.

Dr. Matthew Machan

My name is Matt Machan, and I am a PGY1 in the University of Calgary Family Medicine Program, currently working out of Diamond Valley. I am originally from Cold Lake, completed my medical school at the UofA, and am now working and living in the Calgary area.

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
As I near my transition to practice, I’m especially passionate about building a strong, supportive community for family physicians in their early years. In a field often experiencing change and uncertainty, I am motivated to be part of the proactive solutions that help reduce the challenges and barriers new family physicians face. I believe that joining the First Five Years in Practice Committee is a meaningful way to continue contributing to the momentum the ACFP has built, by raising awareness of its valuable programs, strengthening engagement among new physicians, and helping shape a more connected and empowered workforce. I am eager to advocate for the voices of my peers and support them so that they can focus on what family doctors do best – providing excellent medical care to their communities.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable? 
There is a great deal about the ACFP’s work that I find valuable, and it is challenging to focus on just one thing. However, through my engagement with the ACFP in the past 3 years, I have always been impressed with their ability to advocate for the field of family medicine. Working in a field that constantly is under-resourced and sometimes under-appreciated, I have witnessed the power of a united, informed, and motivated team to tackle some of the most challenging problems with great success. No matter how big the challenge, I have witnessed the ACFP stand with influential people and groups, to ensure that the voices of family physicians are heard on all stages, be it local, provincial, or national. It is this strength of advocacy that has allowed the field of family medicine in Alberta to continue to grow and improve, and I am honoured to be a part of this process and contribute to these initiatives.

Dr. Perrin Michalyshyn

Hi, I’m Perrin. I completed medical school at the University of Alberta, took a trip down the QE2 for family medicine residency at the University of Calgary, and returned home to Edmonton to start practising in 2023. My current practice involves outpatient clinics at a Francophone health centre and long term care work on the side.

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
Having relied on many of the FFYFP Committee’s resources during my own transition to practice, I am keen to give back! Near peer guidance and mentorship is extremely valuable but often hard to come by. I hope to help expand the FFYFP Committee’s reach and scope to support the varied needs of early career family doctors across the province.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
The ACFP plays a crucial role in validating and defending the importance of family doctors in the larger medical system, and advocating for structural changes that will optimize patient outcomes within primary care. Beyond advocacy, it also provides high quality, easy to access CME applicable for all levels of practice experience.

Dr. Kristina Quan

I’m Dr. Kristina Quan. I finished my Bachelor of Science in New York City prior to completing medical school and my Family Medicine Residency at the University of Alberta. I am currently working at a community clinic and assisted living in Calgary. Outside of work, I will be found on the golf course.

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I volunteered to be a member of the FFYFP Committee because I am very passionate about teaching and mentorship. I am excited to be part of a team to help other physicians with their transition into practice.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
In a profession driven by innovation, the ACFP provides many opportunities for evidenced-based CME and continuing education. I value the strong sense of community and advocacy that the ACFP provides for family doctors at all stages of their career. I am excited to be part of a great organization!

Dr. Nathan Turner

I’m Dr. Nathan Turner. I grew up in Calgary and completed medical school and family medicine residency in Edmonton which I now call home. I love family medicine for the relationships I get to develop with patients and the breadth of practice. Outside of medicine, I enjoy board games, camping, and spending time with my wife and three young kids.

Why are you volunteering to serve on this committee?
I wanted to join the FFYFP Committee because I appreciated the help and advice they provided as a resident and want to help my fellow new in practice family doctors with the transition. I had the pleasure to serve as the University of Alberta resident liaison on the ACFP Board and believe strongly in the mission and work of the ACFP.

What about the ACFP’s work do you find most valuable?
The ACFP plays such a huge role in encouraging excellence in family medicine in Alberta, from high-quality and unbiased CME to community and supports for family physicians at all stages of their careers. I appreciate the vision and leadership of the organization and all that it means for family doctors in Alberta.

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