Building the Future of Family Medicine in the Caribbean
Welcome to the Caribbean Young Doctors’ Movement
The Caribbean College of Family Physicians (CCFP) is proud to introduce the CCFP Young Doctors’ Movement (CCFP-YDM)—a dynamic network designed to support, empower, and connect the next generation of family physicians across the Caribbean.
The CCFP-YDM brings together Family Medicine trainees and early-career family doctors (within the first five years of practice) and links them directly to the global WONCA Young Doctors’ Movements (YDM).
This is a space where young doctors from every Caribbean territory can learn, lead, collaborate, and grow.
Who Can Join the CCFP-YDM?
According to the WONCA definition, a Young Doctor is:
A doctor in Family Medicine training OR in the first five (5) years of Family Medicine practice.
Membership in the CCFP-YDM is open to:
- Family Medicine residents
- Newly qualified family physicians
- Early-career GPs who intend to pursue Family Medicine
To join the CCFP-YDM, please submit your membership application through the CCFP using the link below.
1. Regional Connection
Why Join the CCFP Young Doctors’ Movement?
Join a supportive community of peers across the Caribbean—share ideas, collaborate on projects, and build lifelong professional relationships.
2. Global Access & Opportunities
Become part of the worldwide WONCA YDM network, including:
- FM360 Global Exchange Programme
- ASPIRE Global Leaders Programme
- WONCA Young Doctor Pre-Conferences
- Leadership and research opportunities
- Observerships, travel scholarships, and speaking roles
3. Professional & Academic Growth
Academic Growth
Gain access to:
- Webinars and educational workshops
- Mentorship from experienced Caribbean family physicians
- Research opportunities and writing support
- CCFP conference involvement and young doctor tracks
4. Leadership Pathways
Develop leadership skills and take up roles such as:
- Chapter Young Doctor Representative
- Project Lead (education, research, planetary health, digital health, etc.)
- Liaison to WONCA Working Parties & Special Interest Groups
5. Advocacy & Community Impact
Contribute to shaping primary health care, disaster resilience, digital innovation, mental health initiatives, and health equity in Caribbean communities.
Our Mission
The CCFP-YDM aims to:
- Strengthen Family Medicine training and early-career support
- Foster continuity and succession planning for CCFP leadership
- Connect Caribbean young doctors to global learning and collaboration
- Inspire innovation and high-quality primary care across the region
- Build a vibrant, future-focused Family Medicine community
How to Join
- Submit your CCFP membership application using the link below
- Complete the CCFP-YDM Registration Form
- Receive your Welcome Pack and join our communication networks
Stay Connected
For more information:
CCFP Secretariat: ccfpsecretariat19a@gmail.com
CCFP-YDM Contact: 1-876-946-0954 and 1-876-517-6636
Follow CCFP for updates on events, conferences, opportunities, and young doctor activities.
Together, We Are Shaping the Future of Family Medicine
The Caribbean needs passionate, innovative young physicians to guide its health systems into the future. The CCFP-YDM is your platform to lead, learn, and make a lasting impact— locally, regionally, and globally. A member CCFP-YDM is also a member of CCFP, and no additional membership is required, once you have paid your membership.