FPIN members have asked for hands-on training in writing HelpDesk Answers and eMedRef topics.  You have asked for tips on mentoring residents and students, how to lead writing and EBM courses and even asked to meet with the staff one-on-one.  We love your enthusiasm!  Here’s our reply: Meet us at a conference.  Through partnerships with our sister organizations, FPIN leaders and staff are attending the USAFP, RPS, STFM, and PDW annual meetings.  To meet your needs, we will have booths, sessions, workshops, and individual meetings:

ADFM Special Topics Breakfast with Frank deGruy

FPIN: A Structured Solution for Scholarly Productivity

                    Friday, February 19

USAFP Session with Brian Crownover, James Haynes, and Bob Marshall

Scholarship Workshop: Conquering Review Committee Requirements for Research with FPIN

                    Friday, February 26, 8:15-11:45am

RPS Daytime Session with Corey Lyon

Meeting RRC Requirements for Research & Scholarship: An Introduction to the FPIN Approach

                    Monday, March 29, 4:30-5:30pm and Tuesday, March 30, 9:30-10:30am

Hands-On Evening Workshops  

eMedRef or HelpDesk Answers

                    Monday, March 29, 7:00-9:00pm  -  Pre-registration required

Visit the FPIN staff at their booth anytime, or  schedule a meeting now.

STFM Special Topic Breakfast

Roundtable Presentation of Scholarly Activity

Hands-On Evening Workshops 

eMedRef or HelpDesk Answers

                    Tuesday, April 27, 7:00-9:00pm  -  Pre-registration required

FPIN staff will be on site;  schedule a meeting now.

PDW Daytime Session

Meeting RRC Requirements for Research & Scholarship: An Introduction to the FPIN Approach

                    Monday, June 7, 5:30-6:30pm

Hands-On Evening Workshops  

eMedRef or HelpDesk Answers

                    Monday, June 7, 7:00-9:00pm  -  Pre-registration required

Visit the FPIN staff at their booth anytime, or schedule a meeting now..

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between FPIN sessions found in the conference schedules and the evening workshops offered after hours for an additional cost?
FPIN sessions are intended to introduce conference attendees to the mission and vision of the Family Physicians Inquiries Network.  Physician faculty present a birds-eye view of FPIN, give realistic expectations of implementing an EBM writing program, and answer questions.  The evening workshops, also led by physician faculty, are designed to teach physicians how to write an EB manuscript, mentor residents in the process, and get started at their own program.  In general, the sessions are intended for non-members, and the evening workshops are intended for prospective and existing members.

What if I am interested in attending a workshop but cannot make it to one?
Please contact andrea@fpin.org.  We can arrange for a virtual workshop or a presenter to travel to your program to give the workshop to you & others.

When is the workshop registration deadline? 
We encourage physicians to register the month preceding the date of the workshop to ensure we have enough materials; however we accept registrations up to the day of the workshop.

“Great workshop!  I now feel like I can assist others with the HDA project.”
Deana Miller (attended at PDW  2009)

Hands-on workshops are offered at RPS, STFM, and PDW.  All workshops are two hours in length.  $65 covers cost of take-home materials.  Pre-registration is required.

Learn how to write and edit an eMedRef Topic or HelpDesk Answer manuscript.  Receive tips on mentoring and motivating faculty, residents, and students.  Hear how your colleagues implemented writing programs at their residencies.

Attend project of your choice:

     eMedRef: 

     Fast-track point of care topic reviews  

     HelpDesk Answers: 

     Concise answers to physicians’ clinical      questions