IFM | Enhancing Knowledge About mRNA Vaccines
From Inside Family Medicine by American Academy of Family Physicians
April 3, 2026 · 23 min · Season 1
About this episode
The episode discusses the importance of mRNA vaccines and how family physicians can effectively communicate with patients about them.
In this episode of Inside Family Medicine , host Michael Monroe speaks with AAFP Vaccine Science fellows Anne Schneider, DO, FAAFP, and Mina Saleem Khan, MD, FAAFP, about why mRNA vaccines matter and how family physicians can address patient questions and misinformation. They explain mRNA basics, review COVID-19 vaccine safety and efficacy, address common myths, and share practical communication strategies—such as empathetic counseling, presumptive recommendations, and team-based systems—to reduce missed vaccination opportunities. Topics by Timestamp 00:00 Welcome 01:15 Why Family Medicine 02:37 mRNA Vaccine Basics 04:47 Safety and Evidence 06:46 Myths and Misinformation 10:08 Trust Building Talk 11:47 Motivational Interviewing 16:25 Team Systems for Vaccines 19:59 Key Takeaways 21:26 Resources and Wrap Up Additional Resources Immunizations & Vaccines | AAFP Influenza | AAFP Immunizations | Family Doctor Colds and the Flu | Family Doctor This content was independently developed by the AAFP with support provided by Moderna. Disclaimer : Copyright 2026, AAFP. The views presented in this broadcast are the speaker's own and do not represent those of AAFP. The information presented is…
People in this episode
Host: Michael Monroe
Guests: Anne Schneider, DO, FAAFP, Mina Saleem Khan, MD, FAAFP
Topics covered
- mRNA vaccines
- COVID-19 vaccine safety
- vaccine misinformation
- communication strategies
- family medicine
Keywords
- mRNA vaccines
- COVID-19
- vaccine safety
- vaccine myths
- communication strategies
Sponsors
Moderna
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: AAFP
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