The EYFDM Executive Board invites Europe Council Members to submit bids to host the 11th EYFDM Forum which should take place after WONCA Europe Paris 2026 (30 June-3 July 2026) and before the WONCA Europe Ljubljana 2027(8-13 June 2027).
National representatives interested in hosting are invited to submit proposals to secretary. The deadline for submissions will be the end of July 2025.
Candidates should prepare a PDF document and a PowerPoint or videopre sentation. The PDF document should not exceed 10 pages and tables/diagrams. Good graphic design is welcome.
Informal enquiries are welcome and should be addressed to the Events Officer.
Category: Events
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Bid for the 11th EYFDM Forum
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9th Forum – Grand Region
The 9th EYFDM Forum just flew by these last 3 days, allowing participants to expand and share their knowledge, expertise and insights both during the scientific programme and social events, while getting to know colleagues from all over Europe and even other regions.
It was a great event and we thank our hosts for making the first tri-national Forum.
Before the start of the event, the Council meet to discuss some important issues, namely concerns regarding conflicts, its effect on healthcare and its discussion within EYFDM and WONCA. Social Media Guidelines were discussed and approved and will be shared within the coming days. We also got a sneak peak of the next events – namely the Pre-Conference of the WONCA World Lisbon 2025 and 10th EYFDM Forum in Tallinn, Estonia 2026.
The prestigious Fons Sips Award was awarded to Raisa Álvarez Paniagua, nominated by Helena Alonso. We congratulate the colleagues also nominated: Fabian Dupont, İkbal Hümay Arman, Nick Mamo, and their nominators Stuart Holmes, Şeyma Handan Akyon and Kerry Greenan. This award honors outstanding work in the field of Family Medicine and the meaningful impact that has been made within the EYFDM community.
We thank everyone involved in the event – including HOC, staff at the different venues, participants, speakers, reviewers, colleagues that submitted abstracts.
We wish everyone a safe journey and hope to see you in coming events.
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10th EYFDM Forum Tallinn
The 10th EYFDM Forum will be held in Tallinn, Estonia, on 30-31 January 2026 .
In an era of limitless information, distinguishing facts from fiction is more critical than ever—especially in family medicine. Under the theme “Fishing for facts: navigating the sea of information in family medicine”, we will explore the challenges and opportunities of evidence-based practice, misinformation, and digital health. Cast your net wide, sharpen your critical thinking, and join us in charting the course for the future of primary care!Registration opens: 1st of May
📍For detailed information about the programme, registration, abstract submission and more, please visit: eyfdmforum2026.eu
📸 Follow the event on Instagram @eyfdmforum2026
📱 And join our WhatsApp group to get the latest news and updates!
https://bit.ly/eyfdmforum2026whatsappHope to see you all in Tallinn 2026!
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YDM Pre-Conference Exchange 2025
Applications for the YDM Pre-Conference Exchange 2025 in Lisbon are NOW OPEN.
This is your chance to immerse yourself in the Portuguese healthcare system, shadow GPs in their practice, and engage in community-orientated initiatives. You’ll also have the opportunity to share insights from your own country’s healthcare system and learn from colleagues coming from around the world.
- Date: Monday, September 15, 2025
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025
- Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed by your National Exchange Coordinator. If your country does not have one, the Pre-Conference Organising Committee or Regional Coordinators will handle the selection.
- Notification: Selected participants will be informed by June 15, 2025.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity—apply now and be part of this valuable experience!
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Primary Care Show Conference Exchange May 2025
Would you like to do an exchange to the UK before attending a conference?
Junior International Committee RCGP Exchange Team is organising the Primary Care Show Conference Exchange in UK from 12th to 15th May 2025 (Monday to Thursday).
Deadline to submit you application: Friday 28th March 2025
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Application for Bursaries – WONCA Lisbon 2025
Refund
5 applicants will receive 900 € to attend YDM Preconference and WONCA World Conference in Lisbon.
The refund can cover:
- registration fee for the YDM Preconference Lisbon 2025
- registration fee for the WONCA World Conference Lisbon 2025
- the cost of flight tickets to YDM Preconference and WONCA World Conference in Lisbon
- the cost of accommodation during YDM Preconference and WONCA World Conference in Lisbon
Any costs in excess of the bursary allocation will need to be covered by the bursary holder.
Documents
- Application form (saved Name_AF_Lisbon 2025_Europe) (see below)
- Proof of a young doctor status: GP trainee or during the first 5 years after training (saved as Name_Status_Lisbon2025_Europe).
- Applicant’s picture (saved as Name_Picture_Lisbon2025_Europe)
All the documents must be sent to EYFDMBursaries2025 by the 30th of April.
The applicants will be informed about results through emails by the 31st of May.Other Requirements
- The applicant will be asked to describe her/his experience (using 250- 500 words) within one month after attending the event.
- The applicant will be asked to send proof of incurred costs (e.g.bills, invoices).
- The applicant has to attend both events: the WONCA World Conference and the YDM Preconference.
Inclusion Criteria – to receive the bursary you must:
- Be a young family physician (a family medicine trainee or up to 5 years after finishing training, valid in September 2025)
- Be a member of a WONCA Europe National Member Organisation of WONCA (valid on the 30th April 2025). You can check it here.
- Prove your attendance at both the WONCA World Conference and the YDM Preconference in Lisbon
- Send a report of your experience within one month after the event.
- Not live in Portugal
- Not be a winner of a previous WONCA / EYFDM (previously VdGM) fund or scholarship.
Failure to meet these requirements, including to send a report of her/his experience within one month after the event fails to prove the incurred costs.
See more information on the bursaries below:
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Family Medicine Initiative
As we ramp up to 9th forum in the Grand Region, we would like to remind of a website spotlighted by a keynote lecturer in the last Forum in Vienna, Dr. Florian Stigler. We particularly recommend this post in particular, focusing in the importance of Family Medicine:
You can also subscribe to Golden Nuggets of Family Medicine – Essential Family Medicine Updates as 1-min-reads.
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International Eastern Black Sea Family Medicine Congress 2025
We are honored to invite not only the Family Medicine branch but also all branches that we manage diseases together with a multidisciplinary approach to our third International Eastern Black Sea Family Medicine Congress to be held on May 22-24, 2025 at Ordu, Türkiye.
In our congress, with the participation of our speakers who have knowledge and experience in the national and international fields, we have prepared a strong program that will contribute to our practical applications with rich scientific content in the light of current literature information. A congress awaits us with trainings, oral presentations, hours where we find answers to our questions in hybrid sessions with interactive participation, and social programs where we will get away from fatigue and stress.
We are looking forward to the participation of our guests from all our provinces, especially the Black Sea Region, and from various countries of the world in our congress.
Therefore, we are announcing free online registration bursaries for 20 international participants who will present their papers in our congress.
Winners of the scholarship will be selected according to the acceptance date of the oral presentation. For more information please visit our website: www.kahsed.com
Our unity will add strength to our strength and carry the value and vision of the Family Medicine specialty discipline to higher levels for the future. Hope to see you at our congress.
Best regards,
On behalf of the Organizing Committee
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EYFDM & WWPWFM Webinar – watch
The collaborative webinar between EYFDM and WWPWFM, “Violence against female doctors”, held on 8 Dec 2024 has been uploaded. The webinar was organised by WONCA’s Women’s Health Special Interest Group and the European Network of Young Doctors’ Movement. It was moderated by Helena Alonso (EYFDM Policy Officer) as the past chair of the Women’s Health Special Interest Group.
Violence against women doctors is a serious and widespread problem that affects women all over the world. This webinar explores the issue from a global perspective, with speakers from Nigeria, Colombia, and the UK. The webinar discusses the prevalence of violence against women doctors, the impact of this violence on their work and well-being, and actionable solutions to create safer and more supportive medical workplaces.
During the webinar we got to hear from several experts, including Dr. Tehzeeb Zulfiqar from Pakistan and currently at Australian National University Pakistan, Dr. Rimola Silva from Nigeria, Dr. Alejandra Leon from Colombia, and Dr. Mary Robertson from the UK. The speakers discussed the prevalence of violence against women doctors in their respective countries, the impact of this violence on their work and well-being, and strategies for prevention and response. The webinar also highlighted the importance of data collection and research to better understand the scope of the problem and develop effective interventions.
Watch the recording of the webinar and learn more about how to address this important issue.
