Inform, Impact, and Inspire Other GME Professionals: Submit an Abstract for #ACGME2026

Showcase your findings to the graduate medical education (GME) community at the nation’s leading GME event. The ACGME Annual Educational Conference provides invaluable opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals and exchange cutting-edge insights with thousands of engaged and prominent GME professionals.

Abstract submissions are now being accepted, and accepted abstracts will be presented as posters at #ACGME2026, taking place February 19-21, 2026, at the San Diego Convention Center and the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina.

The ACGME Annual Educational Conference is critically acclaimed for advancing GME through top tier innovation, collaboration, and learning. As the largest gathering of GME professionals in the world, #ACGME2026 will offer an unmatched platform for showcasing your research to influential GME decision-makers and leaders.

The ACGME Annual Educational Conference offers:

1. Exposure to a leading audience: Posters presented at the conference are displayed over three days and available to thousands of GME professionals who are eager to learn about the latest advancements in the field. This is a unique chance to engage with an audience that is both knowledgeable and invested in the future of GME.
2. Networking event: The Marvin R. Dunn Welcoming Poster Reception and Exhibitor Kick-Off on the evening of February 19, 2026 will offer an informal, dynamic, and engaging setting where you can discuss your research with peers, gain insights, and explore potential collaborations. This event has historically been a breeding ground for new ideas and partnerships.
3. Oral presentation opportunity: Selected posters may also be featured in an oral presentation session on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Oral presentations are an exciting opportunity to present your work in a more detailed format and engage in a Q and A session, allowing for deeper interactions with interested GME leaders.

Who Should Submit?
The Call for Abstracts is open to anyone involved in GME, including designated institutional officials, program directors, residents, fellows, faculty members, and coordinators, to share their research and innovative solutions in areas such as:

• Accreditation
• Assessment
• Well-being
• Teaching methodologies
• Resident/fellow education and development
• Crisis management
• Current issues in medicine and medical education

Other GME-related topics pertinent to the clinical learning environment are also encouraged.

What Makes a Strong Abstract?
To maximize your chances of acceptance, focus on the following components in your proposal:

1. Background: Provide clear context for your research or innovation, including relevant literature that highlights the need for your work.
2. Objectives: Clearly state the purpose of your project and what you aimed to achieve.
3. Methods: Describe how you conducted your research or implemented your project, including the design and approach.
4. Results/Outcomes/Improvements: Present the changes or findings from your work and their impact.
5. Significance/Implications/Relevance: Discuss the broader implications of your work and how it promotes advancement in the field of GME beyond your local setting.

For more ideas on strengthening your entry, check out the Submission Toolkit, linked in the “Criteria for Selection” section on the Call for Abstracts page of the conference website.

Submission Details
The deadline for submitting an abstract is 5:00 p.m. Central on September 25, 2025. Don’t pass up the chance to be a part of such a powerful conference. Abstract acceptance decisions will be communicated in early December, giving you ample time to prepare for the conference. Accepted presenters will need to register for the conference by January 7, 2026; at least one author of each poster must register for and attend the conference.

Stay Informed
The ACGME will send an email the day registration opens, giving you flexibility to choose the best sessions and events for your interests.

We are excited to see your findings at #ACGME2026. Your contribution to the future of GME can make a major difference in the field. Come network with fellow professionals who share your passion for advancing medical education. Submit your abstract today to inform, impact, and inspire the masses at #ACGME2026!

For detailed submission guidelines and to submit your abstract, visit the Call for Abstracts page on the conference website. Email questions to abstracts@acgme.org.

Sign up to be notified as soon as registration opens, and visit the 2026 Annual Educational Conference website for the latest updates!