June 5-8 2025
2025 Summer Break Away & Annual Assembly
Sonesta Resort, Hilton Head Island, SC
The Summer Break Away & Annual Assembly will include family physicians, residents, and other primary health care providers from SC and other states, and offer current information on diverse medical subjects and practice enhancement strategies. Earn CME while enjoying the fine dining, beach, and tons of local activities.
ATTENTION RESIDENTS
The South Carolina Academy of Family Physicians (SCAFP) invites Resident members to submit proposals to present original research or quality improvement initiatives of interest to a primary care audience during the SCAFP 2025 Summer Breakaway and Annual Assembly at the Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head Island, SC. The conference is scheduled for June 5-8, with resident presentations taking place on Friday and Saturday, June 6thand 7th.
Presentation topics should be geared towards patient care and applicable for family physicians in practice. Examples of topics include patient care guidelines, preventive strategies, practice-based systems of care, evidence-based medicine, and quality improvement. Only completed projects will be accepted for presentation. The deadline for submissions is March 17th.
Resident members will be notified by March 27, 2025 whether or not their abstracts were selected for presentation. The SCAFP will coordinate with selected residents on scheduling the presentations and hotel reservations at the Sonesta Resort. Accommodations at the Resort will be provided for a maximum of two nights for up to two residents per abstract selected. Luncheon tickets will be available upon request. Resident presenters will also be encouraged to participate in the other CME sessions and the Exhibit Hall.
If I can answer any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me. The SCAFP is pleased to provide this new opportunity for our Resident members.
Hotel Accommodations

Come and enjoy the charm and warmth of one of the finest hotels in Hilton Head Island. Nestled along the coast with stunning views and lush landscapes the award-winning Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island is a premier destination for getaways, gatherings or business. Walk along the beach, or stroll through the verdant, tropical gardens. Dine at one of the multiple restaurants, but not before wading into the zero-entry lagoon swimming pool. Pamper your body and senses with a trip to the Arum Spa. Or venture outside to find some of the best activities on the island at your disposal from golf, tennis and kayaking to shopping, bike riding and exploring the natural wonders of Hilton Head.
Sonesta Resort
130 Shipyard Dr
Hilton Head Island, SC 29928
SCAFP has secured a room block for this event at a discounted rate. We are including sponsors and exhibitors in our room block rate. Take advantage of this offer and support us by booking your stay within the SCAFP room block at the Sonesta Resort. Reservations will open at the beginning of the year.
Use Group code: SCAFP25