World Family Doctor Day
World Family Doctor Day (WFDD), on 19 May, is a global occasion to recognize the crucial role family doctors and primary care teams play in healthcare systems around the world. Established by WONCA in 2010, this annual event celebrates the vital contributions of family doctors in delivering personalized, comprehensive, and continuous care to patients and communities.
On 19 May 2025, join us in acknowledging the dedication and compassion of family doctors and primary care teams who make significant differences in patients' lives every day.
This year, our campaign theme is
'Building Mental Resilience in a Changing World', emphasizing the pivotal role of family medicine in supporting mental health and resilience.
Key Messages for World Family Doctor Day 2025
- Primary care builds mental resilience: Family doctors are uniquely positioned to nurture mental wellness through continuous, person-centered care, early intervention, and holistic support, helping patients manage life's stressors effectively.
- Doctor well-being and patient care form a virtuous circle: Family doctors who prioritize their own mental health can provide better care, creating a positive feedback loop where both doctors and patients thrive, enhancing overall community resilience.
- Mental wellness is about resilience and adaptability, not perfection: We advocate shifting perceptions from unattainable ideals of mental health to promoting resilience and adaptability, empowering individuals and communities to navigate life's challenges constructively.
Explore our campaign website to learn more and get involved.
Social Media Toolkit
Amplify our message by accessing our dedicated Social Media Toolkit, featuring official logos, promotional banners, customized Zoom backgrounds, and Twibbons to ensure consistency and effectiveness in spreading the word about World Family Doctor Day 2025.
IMPORTANT: All logos and graphic resources must comply with the
WONCA Brand Guidelines. Please review this document carefully before use.
Building Mental Resilience in a Changing World
Primary Care: A Frontline for Mental Health
Family doctors are often the first to see signs of mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, and stress. Their continuous, long-term relationships with patients allow them to identify and address mental health challenges proactively, improving patients' resilience and overall well-being.
A Cycle of Care: Doctor and Patient Well-being
Supporting the mental wellness of family doctors through mentorship, accessible training, and peer networks ensures that they remain effective and compassionate caregivers. A supported doctor means stronger care for patients, reinforcing community resilience and health.
Realistic and Resilient Mental Wellness
We embrace a practical vision of mental health, focusing on resilience and adaptability rather than perfection. Through education, understanding, and community support, primary care promotes realistic strategies for coping with life's inevitable ups and downs.
Read previous World Family Doctor Day Reports.
Get Involved
We encourage our member organizations to organize activities and support the campaign in their regions. WONCA will also host a series of events including webinars led by our Working Party on Mental Health. Stay tuned for more details on how you can participate and celebrate World Family Doctor Day 2025!