Shaping the Future of Family Medicine

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Explore. Research. Lead.

The Strengthening Outcomes and Assessments in Residency (SOAR) Visiting Scholar Program is a unique opportunity for innovative, forward-thinking individuals passionate about advancing family medicine education. Sponsored by The American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) and the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors (AFMRD), SOAR invites scholars to dive deep into the data and dynamics that shape residency training and workforce development.

Each year, selected SOAR Scholars gain access to:

  • A week-long immersive experience at the ABFM, working alongside national experts.
  • Support in developing research questions, analyzing residency outcomes data, and producing publishable manuscripts.
  • Funding from the ABFM Foundation and AFMRD to present their work at national venues such as the AAFP Residency Leadership Summit.

Meet Our Scholars

SOAR Scholars are driving real change in the way we understand and improve family medicine residency education. Our scholars have:

  • Presented research on the link between curricular models and graduate practice patterns.
  • Published in peer-reviewed journals on innovations in resident assessment.
  • Developed actionable insights into how residency structure affects care delivery in underserved communities.

These passionate researchers are not only generating knowledge—they’re shaping policy, improving programs, and mentoring the next generation of leaders in family medicine.

Ready to Make an Impact?

We’re now accepting applications for the 2025–2026 SOAR Scholar Program. Deadline: May 16, 2025

Applicants must submit:

  • Letter of Interest
  • Letter of Support

Scholars will be notified of their acceptance within six weeks. The program runs
annually from June through May.

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Join the SOAR Network

If you’re ready to explore critical questions in family medicine education and connect with a vibrant community of scholars and mentors, we encourage you to apply.

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Studies Informing SOAR Design

We’ve built it on a strong foundation of research, drawing from a range of medical and behavioral studies.

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