Resident members are now able to volunteer as Family Doctor of the Day! See below for the application and more information.
Family Doctor of the Day (FDOD) is a volunteer program organized by the Kansas Academy of Family Physicians (KAFP), in which KAFP members volunteer to serve as doctor of the day at the Statehouse each day during the legislative session.
Volunteers assist legislators, staff and visitors of the capitol with health needs that may arise throughout the day. The FDOD program is designed to serve as an aid station, not an extension of a typical clinic setting. Checking blood pressure, distributing ibuprofen, examining sore throats; the health issues are mainly minor health needs, with a few more serious ailments during the year. The legislators are grateful for the program and it definitely puts family medicine in a favorable light!
Volunteer Instructions
FAST FACTS for your volunteer service:
- FDOD volunteers are needed at the capitol from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
- Volunteers will receive reminder emails in advance of each scheduled date.
- Review the KAFP FDOD Communications for day-of instructions, COVID-19 Safety Measures and more.
- Review the Capitol Communications for additional information from the Statehouse.
Confirmed volunteers will be emailed a full detailed, two-page volunteer instructions PDF prior to their volunteer date.
2025 COVID-19 Safety Measures for FDOD
The Statehouse does not have a masking requirement for the 2025 legislative session. Please be aware however, the KAFP may request that guests of the FDOD Office wear a mask, if a surge in COVID-19 cases occurs.
- While masks are not required in the FDOD Office at this time, they will be made available for optional use.
- Hand sanitizer will also be available for use in the FDOD Office.
- Please knock on the FDOD Office door prior to entering to ensure only one guest is present per visit. Children and other family members may accompany guests when necessary for care.
Questions?
Contact KAFP with any questions.
If you are unable to serve on your scheduled volunteer date, please contact KAFP as soon as possible so the calendar may be updated.
Volunteer Calendar
MONDAY |
TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
6
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
7
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
8
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
9
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
10
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
13
Keith Ratzlaff, MD, FAAFP |
14 | 15
Sheryl Beard, MD, FAAFP |
16
Chad Johanning, MD, FAAFP |
17
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
20
NO SESSION |
21 | 22 | 23 | 24
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
27
Benjamin Nelson, PGY2 |
28
David Smith, MD, FAAFP |
29 | 30
Deb Doubek, MD, FAAFP |
31
NO FDOD SCHEDULED |
Thank you!
KAFP is so thankful for our 2024 Family Doctor of the Day volunteers! The Academy and statehouse legislators and guests are grateful for your service this year. The following members gave of their time and talent to serve as FDOD this legislative session:
2024 FDOD Volunteers: Dr. Sandra Archer (Overland Park); Dr. Joseph Asher (Atchinson); Dr. Brian Comer (Derby); Dr. Deb Doubek (Manhattan); Dr. Bethany Enoch (Pittsburg); Dr. Shelly Gruenbacher (Quinter); Dr. Chad Johanning (Lawrence); Dr. Rex Keith (Wichita); Dr. Michael Malin (Overland Park); Dr. Jocelyn Mattoon (Manhattan); Dr. Jennifer McKenney (Fredonia); Dr. Aaron Sinclair (Wichita); Dr. David Smith (Overland Park); Dr. Jennifer Thuener (Wichita); Dr. Belinda Vail (Kansas City); Dr. Danielle Villalobos (Wichita); Dr. Brian Wolfe (Iola); Dr. Nicole Yedlinsky (Lansing).
A special thank you to Drs. Deb Doubek, Lynn Fisher and Chad Johanning for serving on the FDOD Work Group and your efforts to keep FDOD safe for our volunteers and guests! Another special thanks to Drs. Aaron Sinclair, Gretchen Irwin, and Chad Johanning for their help with preparations to welcome Resident volunteers!