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 and leadership at the National Academies with mentorship and national exposure.
Funder: National Academies of Sciences Engineering and Medicine
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 | June 1, 2027
Funding Amounts: $25,000 total (unrestricted grant to institution; no indirect costs; not for salary offset); 2-year fellowship; travel expenses covered.
Summary: Two-year fellowship for early-career family medicine scholars to participate in health policy work at the National Academies, with mentorship and leadership development.
Key Information: Nomination required by NAM or ABFM member; U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.
Description
This two-year fellowship is designed for early-career scholars in family medicine to engage in health policy and science activities at the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM). Fellows are assigned to one of several health-related boards, participate in study committees or roundtables, and contribute to reports and other outputs. The program includes mentorship from a senior National Academy of Medicine (NAM) member, attendance at orientation and annual meetings, and exposure to national health policy leaders. The fellowship aims to foster leadership and expand the fellow’s professional and academic trajectory in family medicine and health policy.
