Osteopathic Physicians Gather for Disease Prevention Summit

ACOFP hosts experts to discuss strategies for improving community health

Apr. 6, 2026 at 1:30pm

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The American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP) is hosting a Disease Prevention Summit on April 15 in Orlando, Florida. The three-hour event will bring together 25 osteopathic family physicians to discuss strategies for improving community health and preventing the spread of diseases. The summit is being organized in collaboration with pharmaceutical companies Sanofi and Merck.

Why it matters

As the COVID-19 pandemic has shown, disease prevention and community health are critical priorities. This summit provides an opportunity for osteopathic physicians to share best practices and develop new approaches to addressing public health challenges at the local level.

The details

The Disease Prevention Summit will feature presentations and panel discussions led by the 25 participating osteopathic family physicians. Topics will include vaccination outreach, chronic disease management, and leveraging community partnerships to promote wellness. The event is closed to the public but ACOFP plans to share key takeaways and recommendations following the summit.

  • The Disease Prevention Summit will take place on April 15, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.

The players

American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP)

A professional organization representing osteopathic family physicians in the United States.

Sanofi

A multinational pharmaceutical company that is a sponsor of the Disease Prevention Summit.

Merck

A multinational pharmaceutical company that is a sponsor of the Disease Prevention Summit.

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What they’re saying

“As osteopathic physicians, we have a unique perspective on the importance of preventative care and community-based solutions to public health challenges.”

— Dr. Sarah Wilkins, President, ACOFP

What’s next

Following the summit, ACOFP plans to publish a report summarizing the key takeaways and recommendations discussed by the participating physicians.

The takeaway

This summit underscores the critical role that osteopathic family physicians play in promoting disease prevention and community wellness. By bringing together experts to share best practices, ACOFP is helping to advance innovative approaches to public health challenges.