We are thrilled to announce that applications are now open for a number of positions on the Executive Committee! We are seeking a Secretary, Awards and Fundraising Officer, Exchange Officer, and Image Officer.
The current Exchange Officer (Yanica Vella) intends to re-stand for a second term, but applications for this role are still open and welcomed.
You can find all the details in the role descriptions:
Want to know more? We are holding an online meeting on Monday 18th May at 8pm CEST, where you can meet the existing post holders and ask your questions about the role and anything else you need to know! Join the meeting here (held on Zoom).
The Elections Organisational Policy can be found here. Terms are for 3 years, and a maximum of 2 terms can be served on the Executive Committee.
Who Can Apply?
We are looking for a young doctors who are active members of their National Medical Organisation (NMO). If you're passionate, driven, and ready to take on responsibility, we want to hear from you!
The required documents for election are as follows:
○ Curriculum Vitae
○ Motivational Letter
○ Proof of membership of your NMO
○ Proof of young doctor status (that you are either a current trainee or within 5 years of qualifying)
○ An essential letter of recommendation from your National Delegate if you yourself are not a National Delegate, or from your NEC if you are a National Delegate and your country has a NEC.
○ Up to three desirable letters of recommendation:
■ From your NMO
■ A maximum of two letters from other EYFDM members
The deadline to submit applications for this position is 30th May 2026 - email to secretary@eyfdm.eu.
Please note, any information submitted will be shared with the executive committee and council members only in order to determine eligibility and to guide voting preferences. It will be stored on our EYFDM google drive with limited access, and deleted 2 years after the elections have taken place, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Election Day:
The election will be held on 29th June 2026, during the Council Meeting in Paris (there will be a hybrid option available for those unable to attend in person). As a candidate, you'll deliver a 3-minute presentation and answer questions from the council before voting begins.
REFLECTION ON THE JOINT EYFDM-EUROPREV PRE-CONFERENCE
The first EYFDM–EUROPREV preconference, held on 25 March 2026 in Madrid ahead
of the EUROPREV Forum, marked an important milestone in collaboration between
both networks. Designed for residents and young family doctors, the event created a
vibrant space to explore key challenges in preventive care from a fresh and critical
perspective.
Through interactive workshops such as “Overdiagnosis in Prevention”, led by Victoria
Bautista Pérez and Veerle Piessens, and “The role of the family doctor in prevention”,
facilitated by Adina-Ioana Bicăjanu, Irene Sáez Sanz, and Iva Petričušić, participants
engaged in thoughtful discussions on the complexities of prevention in everyday clinical
practice.
What truly defined the preconference was its open, dynamic, and highly participatory
atmosphere. Residents and young family doctors were encouraged to share their
concerns and experiences, addressing topics such as overuse, uncertainty in decision-
making, and legal implications. At the same time, the presence of experienced
clinicians and academics enriched the conversations, creating a meaningful
intergenerational dialogue where ideas, perspectives, and real-world challenges could
be openly exchanged.
This collaborative environment not only fostered reflection and mutual learning but also
highlighted the importance of creating spaces where professionals at different stages of
their careers can learn from each other. The impact of the preconference extended into
the main Forum, where a dedicated roundtable allowed speakers to share their
reflections and insights with a wider audience, generating strong engagement and very
positive feedback.
This first joint initiative stands as a promising step towards strengthening collaboration
between EYFDM and EUROPREV, and we would like to warmly thank EUROPREV for
supporting this initiative and for giving a voice to residents and young family doctors in
the field of prevention.
EYFDM AT THE EURACT CONFERENCE 2026
The EURACT Conference 2026 in Iași (23–25 April 2026) offered an important platform for exchange in European family medicine. As part of the ongoing collaboration between EYFDM and EURACT, EYFDM Medical Education was invited to contribute to a podium discussion on “Specialty and Curriculum of Family Medicine in Europe – Perks and Perils.”
This was a meaningful opportunity to represent the perspective of young doctors in shaping the future of our discipline.
Particular thanks go to Nele Michels and Alex Harding for their sustained efforts in strengthening the voice of early-career family doctors at the European level.
We also acknowledge Anna Jung for leading the European Delphi study on GP professional activities, presented among the top contributions in Iași. Although not selected as the final winner, the work reflects a strong and relevant contribution to the field.
Finally, sincere thanks to Valise for the warm welcome and excellent local support in Romania.
The collaboration continues!
Regards, Fabian (EYFDM council member Germany. MEd ED. SIG lead)
UPCOMING NETWORK CONFERENCES/EVENTS
Here are some upcoming events of interest, click on the images for all the information!
And don't forget to subscribe to our calendar for more events!
