World Organization of Family Doctors (WONCA)

🌍 What if one opportunity could transform your career—and your community? The Montegut Global Scholars Program (MGSP) honors the legacy of Alain Montegut MD, a passionate advocate for family medicine and global health. Throughout his career, Dr Montegut championed patient-centered care, medical education, and healthcare reform in underserved regions worldwide. His work—from establishing Family Medicine training in Russia and Vietnam to leading innovative primary care programs in the U.S.—inspired a generation of family doctors to drive meaningful change in their communities. The MGSP continues this mission by offering seven $5,000 USD scholarships to family doctors from underserved and underrepresented regions. Recipients will attend the WONCA World Conference 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal, where they can connect with global leaders and gain the tools to strengthen primary care in their regions. 📅 Applications close: 21 March 2025 📍 Conference Dates: 17–21 September 2025 👉 https://lnkd.in/enN84HMU WONCA is very grateful to the American Board of Family Medicine Foundation for funding the Montegut Global Scholars Program since 2010.

🔔 Are you subscribed to WONCA News? Every two weeks, we bring you the latest updates from the world of family medicine: ✅ 246-day countdown to the WONCA World Conference in Lisbon 🎓 Scholarships 🧠 Mental wellness and World Family Doctor Day 2025 🌿 Updates on planetary health, upcoming webinars, and regional conferences in Tangier, Busan and Bengaluru. Read our latest newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/ejaB8mcR Let’s work together to make 2025 a year of progress and connection for family medicine. Share this with your network!

A Climate Change Curriculum: Moving from the Classroom to the Clinic. Join the WONCA Working Party for Women and Family Medicine North American Region for an engaging interactive webinar! This session offers an excellent opportunity to hear from a panel of leaders in planetary health and family medicine as they share insights and strategies to integrate these critical approaches into your practice. Speakers: Prof. Tatiana Souza de Camargo - Education Fellow at the Planetary Health Alliance at Harvard University Özden Gökdemir - Chair of the WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health TARIQ JAGNARINE - Planetary Health Portfolio Lead for the WONCA Working Party on Rural Practice Enrique Falceto de Barros - Past-Chair and Innovations and Health Equity Manager of the WONCA Working Party on Environment Saturday, 18 January 2025 at 20:00 UTC. Register: https://lnkd.in/e85564UC

Explore key topics in family medicine, including international medicine in China, transforming primary care in Malaysia, and systemic approaches to family-focused healthcare in Mexico, at an upcoming webinar hosted by WONCA’s Special Interest Group on Emerging Practice Models for Family Medicine and the The Rajakumar Movement (Young Doctors' Movement in the Asia Pacific Region) Join global experts and leaders in family medicine for this engaging session. Date: January 19, 2025 (Sunday). Time: 13:00-14:30 UTC. Registration through Zoom: https://lnkd.in/eQiB7apr

K-pop meets family medicine in this amazing parody video of ROSÉ and Bruno Mars from our colleagues at WONCA Asia Pacific Region Conference. 🎶 All you gotta do is just meet us at the... APR! If this is any indication, the WONCA Asia Pacific Region (APR) Conference is going to be a lot of fun! APR! APR! APR! APR! 📍 Busan, South Korea. 📅 24 - 27 April 2025. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ejhdpmiH https://lnkd.in/e322-vNK

How are family doctors addressing climate change? WONCA’s 2024 planetary health survey results were featured in the British Journal of General Practice, highlighting the efforts and challenges faced by Member Organisations worldwide. Thank you to the organisations that participated in the survey. Together, we’re building a global movement for healthier people and a healthier planet. WONCA remains committed to supporting family doctors in advancing planetary health. 🔗 Read the BJGP article: https://lnkd.in/eNi9c85n 🔗 Join the WONCA Working Party on Planetary Health: https://lnkd.in/eq_ubZYA

👩🏻🎓 Scholarship Opportunity! Announcing the Donald Li Young Doctors' Movement Global Scholarship - opening doors for young leaders in family medicine. This scholarship offers three young doctors from low- and middle-income countries the opportunity to attend the WONCA World Conference 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal. Recipients will receive $2,500 USD to cover travel, visa, accommodation, and registration costs, helping them engage with global leaders and advance primary care. Before the main event, join the YDM Preconference on 16-17 September 2025, packed with workshops, lectures, and social events. Submit an abstract and share your work on the global stage. This year’s theme is Future-proofing Family Medicine, focusing on preparing young doctors for future challenges. 📅 Applications close on 21 March 2025. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eWnJvYds

Join us for the second webinar in preparation for the Global Rural Health Summit, focusing on 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: 𝐀 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 & 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬. This session will explore pressing healthcare challenges in rural communities and practical solutions from a global perspective. 🗓️ Date: January 15th ⏰ Time: 15:00 UTC 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/ewhVtkhD This webinar is part of a broader initiative to address rural healthcare needs in collaboration with the upcoming WONCA South Asia Regional Conference. Don’t miss the opportunity to contribute to meaningful dialogue and action in rural health. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/euHe6RNy

Did you miss our recent Policy Advocacy webinar led by WONCA President Assoc/Prof Karen Flegg? In this session, Karen shares her journey from rural family doctor to global advocate, offering practical lessons in leadership and policy advocacy, including: 🗣️ On the power of delegation: “No leader can do it alone. We need a team. Delegate a whole task, let them take responsibility, and ensure they receive the praise they deserve.” 💡 On amplifying others: “Sometimes, leadership means pushing someone forward where you could have taken the spotlight yourself. It’s about mentoring, supporting, and creating opportunities for the next generation.” 🌍 On saying yes: “If you’re young and new, say yes when a strange opportunity comes up. You never know where it might lead you—even 40 or 50 years later.” Hosted by Amanda Howe and Sankha Randenikumara, this discussion delves into: • Practical examples of successful advocacy in healthcare. • Strategies for leading teams and navigating challenges. • How family doctors can shape local and global health priorities. 📺 Watch the full recording now and learn how to lead effectively, no matter your career stage: https://lnkd.in/ewWN-geE #Leadership #Advocacy #FamilyMedicine #WONCA #PolicyAdvocacy

The countdown is on—just 257 days to the WONCA World Conference 2025 in Lisbon! This year’s theme, “New Vision for Primary Health Care and Sustainable Development,” reflects the critical role of family doctors in building healthier, more sustainable communities worldwide. The conference is not just about learning; it’s about connection. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting colleagues for the first time, Lisbon will be a place to share ideas, strengthen bonds, and inspire change. Abstract submissions will open soon, so start preparing your contributions. If you’re traveling from outside Portugal, some participants may need a visa to attend—don’t wait to check. Visit https://lnkd.in/eqE6nFBJ for guidance. We can’t wait to see you in Lisbon!