The ACGME looks forward to engaging with friends and colleagues, old and new, from around the globe at the 2026 ACGME Annual Educational Conference, to take place February 19-21, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center and Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina in San Diego, California, US.
The largest gathering of graduate medical education (GME) professionals in the world, this conference is the marquee event on the GME calendar and provides a perfect opportunity to learn, network, and enjoy! This post will highlight key elements of this unique conference experience for attendees traveling from outside of the US.
If you still have not decided whether to attend, we encourage you to check out this video to hear directly why some of our previous attendees return to the conference every year.
Learn at #ACGME2026
With thousands of attendees eager to contribute to the practice and innovation of GME, the conference offers a wide assortment of educational sessions to engage everyone. More than 130 educational sessions spanning two days, as well as the dedicated Full-Day Courses offered on Day 1, will stimulate new ideas and foster discussions and future collaborations.
The concurrent educational sessions cover topics as diverse as tips on site visits, innovation in GME leadership, remediation strategies to support struggling learners, AI in medical education, addressing burnout, crisis management in GME, and so much more.
ACGME Global Services will lead the SES009, “Global Implementation of CBME: Insights for GME Leaders in the US and Beyond,” at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 20. In addition, ACGME International (ACGME-I) will give an “Update on ACGME-I Accreditation” (SES061) at 8:15 a.m. on Saturday, February 21.
Explore the full session schedule to plan your own track at the conference to maximize your learning and sharing opportunities!
Network at #ACGME2026
One of the great benefits of attending the largest gathering of GME professionals in the world is the opportunity to network with thousands of peers from across the globe. Take advantage of moments in both formal and informal environments – such as during breaks between educational sessions, over lunch, or during a reception – to engage with colleagues, share knowledge, exchange ideas, discuss potential collaborations, and foster professional connections.
Do not miss the opportunity to explore the Exhibit Hall and engage with the many poster presenters showcasing their GME research and innovation from around the world.
Receptions and other events to facilitate networking among attendees will be announced soon, but in the meantime, get a snapshot of the networking opportunities in this recap from #ACGME2025.
Enjoy at #ACGME2026
This year’s conference is being held in beautiful San Diego, California, US, where you can enjoy the captivating views of this historic city overlooking the Pacific Ocean. With mild temperatures and exciting entertainment, plan ahead to make most of your time during your visit.
Read more about how you can make the most of your San Diego visit in this previous post.
Don’t Wait, Plan Ahead!
Conference registration is now open! We encourage you to register for the conference and make your hotel arrangements early, as hotel rooms in the ACGME’s room block will be in high demand.
We understand that international travel has its complexities, including rapidly evolving geopolitical situations. We urge those planning to attend the conference to make arrangements as early as possible to ensure the most time to guarantee a successful travel and conference experience.
- Email questions regarding conference content or logistics to ACGMEConference@acgme.org.
- Email conference registration questions to registration@acgme.org.
We look forward to having you join us in San Diego to learn, network, and enjoy during our time together to advance GME across the globe!
Learn more about the conference, access registration, and get the latest update on the Annual Educational Conference website.