2026 Michigan Delegates for National Student and Resident Congresses Announced

The National Congress of Family Medicine Residents (NCFMR) and the National Congress of Student Members (NCSM) convene during AAFP’s FUTURE Conference to discuss issues of vital interest to residents and medical students. This discussion generates resolutions, which often influence AAFP policy, programming, and activities. Representing MAFP at the 2026 National Congresses, July 30-August 1, will be:

Resident Delegate: Dayaan Ghani, MD

“Serving as a Michigan resident delegate would allow me to bring a patient-informed perspective to national discussions, represent the communities that shaped me, and further develop the skills needed to integrate advocacy into my future role as a family physician committed to equitable, community-centered care.”

Resident Alternate Delegate: Disha Bhargava, MD

Corewell Health – Grand Rapids/Michigan State University Program

"Coming from a lower-income background, I witnessed firsthand the impact of limited access to primary care and the vital role family physicians play in supporting individuals and families across all walks of life. These experiences shaped my decision to pursue family medicine and continue to drive my desire to advocate for patients, residents, and physicians in our state. Serving as a delegate would allow me to represent Michigan residents, elevate the voices of those from underserved and underrepresented communities, and contribute to policy discussions that strengthen primary care, resident education, and physician wellness."

Student Delegate: Madison Miller

 Covenant Healthcare College of Medicine at Central Michigan University

"I am invested in growing as an advocate for the needs of patients and physicians in our state. I am especially interested in engaging in issues facing the field of family medicine from a national perspective and translating those discussions into advocacy that benefits students, patients, and physicians back home."

Student Alternate Delegate: Colleen Martin

Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

“I believe that advocacy is one of the most effective methods for driving long-term, systemic change in our healthcare system, particularly in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare and political landscape. I want to ensure that the needs and priorities of Michigan patients and learners are represented, and I hope to learn from national leaders to build my own leadership skills and bring insights back to our local community."

Resident and student members of MAFP who have issues of concern or ideas for change are encouraged to email them to [email protected], so they can be shared with MAFP’s delegation as they prepare for resolution writing at the conference.