James C. Puffer, MD/American Board of Family Medicine Fellowship
A two-year fellowship for early-career family medicine scholars to engage in health policy research, mentorship, and leadership development at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine.
Funder: National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine
Due Dates: June 30, 2027: Nomination packets due
Funding Amounts: $25,000 unrestricted grant to the fellow’s institution (no salary offset or indirect costs); 2-year fellowship; travel for approved activities covered
Summary: Two-year fellowship for early-career family medicine scholars to participate in National Academies health policy work, gain mentorship, and develop leadership skills.
Description
This fellowship supports early-career scholars in family medicine by offering a two-year immersive experience with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Fellows are assigned to a relevant health or medicine board (e.g., Children, Youth, and Families; Food and Nutrition; Global Health; Health Care Services; Health Sciences Policy; or Population Health and Public Health Practice) and actively contribute to study committees, roundtables, and the development of reports or other outputs. Each fellow is mentored by a senior member of the National Academy of Medicine (NAM), attends a one-week health policy orientation, the NAM Annual Meeting, and board meetings. The fellowship is designed to foster leadership, expand professional networks, and accelerate career development in family medicine and health policy.
