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Spring Fling

The Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians Foundation Spring Fling will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Sheraton Refuge Hotel in Flowood.

This event is specifically designed for medical students and residents. It’s a great opportunity to network while gaining exposure to speakers, topics and procedural skills you might not have access to during medical school or residency training. There’s no charge to attend, but you do need to be a member of MAFP. To join, please complete the Student Membership Application below and email it to Blake Butler at publicawareness@msafp.org.

Student Membership Application

This meeting is held in connection with MAFP’s Spring Conference. Practicing physicians will be present attending their own CME sessions.

Spring Conference Agenda

Attendees List

Exhibitors List

Student & Resident Board Member Elections

Students and residents have the opportunity to run for Resident Board Member or Student Board Member. You must be present to run. Campaign speeches will be given and the election will take place on Saturday. There will be a New Board Member Orientation during the conference. Online Application and Campaign Rules.

Location of Event:

Sheraton Refuge Hotel in Flowood, MS

Hotel Accommodations:

Saturday night hotel rooms will be provided at the Sheraton for out of town students and residents. On your registration, please list names of possible roommates (of the same gender).

Research Poster Contest:

The Mississippi Academy of Family Physicians Foundation will hold its 2nd Annual Research Poster Contest at our Spring Fling Conference for students and residents. The contest will give attendees a venue to share innovative and effective educational programs and showcase unique community projects. This opportunity stimulates research among medical students and residents and encourages networking with those who share similar interests.