UAFP 2026 Congress of Delegate Elections
Ballots will be mailed to UAFP active and resident members on Monday, February 23, 2026 at 8:00am. Voting will remain open for two weeks and will close on Monday, March 9, 2026 at 5:00pm.
There are two candidates for two delegate positions. Please rank the candidates in order of your preference. The candidate with the highest vote tally will serve as delegate and the candidate with the second highest vote tally will serve as alternate delegate.
If you do not receive a ballot or have questions about the election, please contact us.
Meet the Candidates
Spencer Lindsay, MD, MPA
Why do you want to serve as a delegate at AAFP Congress of Delegates?
As a family medicine physician that has served in various capacities within the UMA and AMA, I have come to see how important it is to have primary care physicians participate in advocacy. As a delegate to the AAFP COD, it would offer the opportunity to focus more on the issues pertinent to family medicine and patients. It would be a privilege to represent my family medicine colleagues.
About Dr. Lindsay
I am a family medicine physician practicing in Heber, UT at the Intermountain Heber Valley Clinic. I am originally from Cedar City, UT and attended SUU for my undergrad and also my Masters in Public Administration. I attended the University of Utah for medical school and residency at Utah Valley Hospital. I am married and have one daughter.
Experience in Healthcare Advocacy or Policy:
I have been active with the AMA since medical school and served as delegate to the medical student section and resident section. I am currently the Utah delegate for the Young Physician Section with the AMA and participate in the annual HOD and interim meetings. I am active with the Utah Medical Association and attend its annual HOD and participate in Doctors Day on the Hill. I very much enjoy the process of policy development and advocating for patients and physicians.
Daniel Payne, MD
Why are you interested in serving as a delegate at AAFP COD?
I am interested in serving as a delegate to the Congress of Delegates of the American Academy of Family Physicians because it represents a meaningful opportunity to continue serving my community while advocating for Utah physicians and patients at a national level. I am deeply committed to advancing policies that strengthen primary care, support physicians, and promote equitable access to high-quality care. I bring passion and a strong commitment to thoughtful policy engagement. I value collaboration, clear communication, and principled advocacy, and I would approach the role with professionalism, integrity, and respect for diverse perspectives. My goal as a delegate would be to amplify the voices of Utah family physicians and contribute to policies that meaningfully impact the patients and communities we serve.
About Dr. Payne
Dr. Daniel Payne is a native of Salt Lake City where he currently works at Foothill Family Clinic providing primary and sports medicine care. Dr. Payne attended the University of Utah for both his Undergraduate degree in Finance and Medical degree. He then completed his residency at Utah Valley Family Medicine Residency with Intermountain Healthcare. He continued his training with a fellowship in Sports Medicine in Waco, Texas. He is very happy being back in Utah and serving the community he grew up in. Dr. Payne loves outdoor activities including water and snow skiing, running, hiking, being in the mountains, traveling, and trying new restaurants. He loves finding time to do these things with his family.
Experience in Healthcare Advocacy or Policy:
I have enjoyed my experiences in healthcare advocacy and policy leadership through my work with the Utah Academy of Family Physicians, including advocating as a student and resident representative as well as currently serving as a board and executive committee member. In these roles, I have helped advocate for policies and legislation to strengthen primary care, support Utah physicians, and improve health outcomes for communities across the state. Additionally, my previous clinical experience serving in a Federally Qualified Health Center setting deepened my commitment to patient advocacy. Working with underserved populations reinforced the importance of advancing policies that elevate patient voices, reduce barriers to care, and promote health equity. Together, these experiences have shaped my dedication to thoughtful, collaborative advocacy that benefits both physicians and the communities we serve.
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