AMA honors former AAFP executive for lifetime achievement

CHICAGO — The American Medical Association (AMA) presented Douglas E. Henley, M.D., former executive vice president and chief executive officer of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), with the Medical Executive Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Henley was recognized by the association as a medical association executive who has contributed substantially to the goals and ideals of the medical profession.

“After a lifetime of service in the field of family medicine where he dedicated himself to improving the delivery of patient-centered care, Dr. Douglas Henley went on to lead the AAFP through two decades of change and medical transformation.” said AMA Board Chair Russ Kridel, M.D. “It is a privilege to recognize such an esteemed medical professional who has spent his career as a fierce advocate for family medicine—and an even fiercer advocate for patients.”