CONFERENCES

Registration for the 2026 STFM Conference on Medical Student Education

Join hundreds of medical student educators at the STFM Conference on Medical Student Education. Registration is open for the conference, January 29–February 1, 2026, in Charlotte, NC, at the Sheraton-Le Méridien Charlotte.

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Conference Registration Fees

STFM Member (requires 2026 membership)

Early Bird
$505
By December 28
$605 After December 28
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Non-Member*

Early Bird
$910
By December 28
$1010 After December 28
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Fellow

Early Bird
$295
By December 28
$395 After December 28
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Resident

Early Bird
$255
By December 28
$355 After December 28
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Student

Early Bird
$185
By December 28
$285 After December 28
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Coordinator/Administrator**

Early Bird
$295
By December 28
$395 After December 28
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One-Day

Early Bird
$295
By December 28
$395 After December 28
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Preceptor***

Early Bird
$295
By December 28
$395 After December 28
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*This fee includes STFM membership for either active physician or active other family medicine educator membership categories. **Non-physician health professional, coordinator, and/or administrative staff. ***Teacher who practices off-campus and who does not have a primary appointment in a department/medical school. Note: The conference registration fee includes participation for all sessions. All registration fees are in US dollars. All presenters are required to register for the conference.

Conference Refund Policy

General Refund Policy

If a registrant determines they cannot attend a conference for personal or work reasons, requests for refunds must be received in writing by STFM by December 28, 2025 to receive a 50% registration fee refund.In the unlikely and extreme event that STFM is forced to cancel a conference, STFM is not responsible for fees or penalties that conference registrants may incur for non-refundable airline tickets or hotel deposits.If a registrant is unable to attend the conference due to weather or medical/life emergencies occurring at the time of the conference, they may be eligible for a 50% refund, as defined below.Weather: If a registrant is unable to attend because of a weather emergency due to cancellations by airline or airport, the registrant must show that they attempted to re-schedule their travel arrangements but could not get to the conference during the official conference dates. In the event of such cancellation request by a conference registrant, the registrant must provide STFM with official documentation to support their request.Medical, Death, or Life-Threatening Illness: Pertaining to attendee, spouse, parent, child, grandparent, brother/sister.No refunds will be issued later than 1 week after the end of the conference.

Registering for a Preconference Workshop

Attendees wanting to register for just a preconference workshop will need to complete this registration form (PDF) and send it to ksevedge@stfm.org.

Questions?

If you have questions about registration or other conference-related topics, contact Kim Sevedge at (800) 274-7928 or the email link below.

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AI Chatbot Tips

Tips for Using STFM's AI Assistant

STFM's AI Assistant is designed to help you find information and answers about Family Medicine education. While it's a powerful tool, getting the best results depends on how you phrase your questions. Here's how to make the most of your interactions:

1. Avoid Ambiguous Language

Be Clear and Specific: Use precise terms and avoid vague words like "it" or "that" without clear references.

Example:

Instead of: "Can you help me with that?"
Try: "Can you help me update our Family Medicine clerkship curriculum?"
Why this is important: Ambiguous language can confuse the AI, leading to irrelevant or unclear responses. Clear references help the chatbot understand exactly what you're asking.

2. Use Specific Terms

Identify the Subject Clearly: Clearly state the subject or area you need information about.

Example:

Instead of: "What resources does STFM provide?"
Try: "I'm a new program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship. What STFM resources are available to help me design or update clerkship curricula?"
Why this is better: Providing details about your role ("program coordinator") and your goal ("design or update clerkship curricula") gives the chatbot enough context to offer more targeted information.

3. Don't Assume the AI Knows Everything

Provide Necessary Details:The STFM AI Assistant has been trained on STFM's business and resources. The AI can only use the information you provide or that it has been trained on.

Example:

Instead of: "How can I improve my program?"
Try: "As a program coordinator for a Family Medicine clerkship, what resources does STFM provide to help me improve student engagement and learning outcomes?"
Why this is important: Including relevant details helps the AI understand your specific situation, leading to more accurate and useful responses.

4. Reset if You Change Topics

Clear Chat History When Switching Topics:

If you move to a completely new topic and the chatbot doesn't recognize the change, click the Clear Chat History button and restate your question.
Note: Clearing your chat history removes all previous context from the chatbot's memory.
Why this is important: Resetting ensures the AI does not carry over irrelevant information, which could lead to confusion or inaccurate answers.

5. Provide Enough Context

Include Background Information: The more context you provide, the better the chatbot can understand and respond to your question.

Example:

Instead of: "What are the best practices?"
Try: "In the context of Family Medicine education, what are the best practices for integrating clinical simulations into the curriculum?"
Why this is important: Specific goals, constraints, or preferences allow the AI to tailor its responses to your unique needs.

6. Ask One Question at a Time

Break Down Complex Queries: If you have multiple questions, ask them separately.

Example:

Instead of: "What are the requirements for faculty development, how do I register for conferences, and what grants are available?"
Try: Start with "What are the faculty development requirements for Family Medicine educators?" Then follow up with your other questions after receiving the response.
Why this is important: This approach ensures each question gets full attention and a complete answer.

Examples of Good vs. Bad Prompts

Bad Prompt

"What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's bad: The AI Chat Assistant has no information about your background or needs.

Good Prompt

"I'm the chair of the Department of Family Medicine at a major university, and I plan to retire next year. I'd like to stay involved with Family Medicine education. What type of membership is best for me?"

Why it's good: The AI Chat Assistant knows your role, your future plans, and your interest in staying involved, enabling it to provide more relevant advice.

Double Check Important Information

While the AI Chat Assistant is a helpful tool, it can still produce inaccurate or incomplete responses. Always verify critical information with reliable sources or colleagues before taking action.

Technical Limitations

The Chat Assistant:

  • Cannot access external websites or open links
  • Cannot process or view images
  • Cannot make changes to STFM systems or process transactions
  • Cannot access real-time information (like your STFM Member Profile information)

STFM AI Assistant
Disclaimer: The STFM Assistant can make mistakes. Check important information.