Internal Medicine Community Health Fair Planning Guide

Event Overview

Host a community health fair to showcase your internal medicine practice while providing valuable health education and screening services to community members.

Planning Timeline

3 Months Before

• Select date and venue
• Form planning committee
• Define budget parameters
• Contact potential vendors and partners

2 Months Before

• Confirm participating healthcare providers
• Schedule screening services
• Design promotional materials
• Begin community outreach

1 Month Before

• Finalize vendor arrangements
• Distribute marketing materials
• Arrange equipment and supplies
• Train staff and volunteers

Suggested Health Stations

Screening Services

• Blood pressure checks
• Blood glucose testing
• BMI calculations
• Cholesterol screening
• Depression screening

Educational Booths

• Diabetes management
• Heart health
• Nutrition guidance
• Preventive care schedules
• Vaccination information

Marketing Checklist

Digital Promotion

• Practice website announcement
• Email newsletter to patients
• Social media campaign
• Online community calendars

Print Materials

• Posters for local businesses
• Flyers for community centers
• Local newspaper advertisements
• Direct mail to target neighborhoods

Budget Considerations

• Venue rental
• Marketing materials
• Screening supplies
• Staff overtime
• Refreshments
• Insurance/liability coverage

Follow-up Plan

1. Collect attendee contact information
2. Schedule follow-up appointments
3. Send thank-you notes to partners
4. Analyze event metrics
5. Plan future engagement activities