Take the next step in your medical career by applying for the FMA's 2018-19 Karl M. Altenburger, M.D. Physician Leadership Academy. Funded by a generous grant from The Physicians Foundation, the Academy is an intensive, 10-month program designed to help young doctors develop skills they need to be effective, strategic leaders and advocates for the medical profession. Participants attend five full-day educational sessions led by nationally recognized experts and University of Florida Leadership Development Institute personnel. The FMA's Foundation for Healthy Floridians covers the cost of materials, speaker fees, lodging and sponsored meal expenses.