NEW! Program Guide Now Available!
The ACGME Annual Educational Conference is the world’s largest graduate medical education (GME) community gathering, offering an array of curated experiences and content designed to engage both seasoned professionals and first-time attendees. The conference theme of “Meaning in Medicine” highlights the importance of aligning personal and professional values, promoting well-being, and fostering collaboration across the health care community. Attendees are empowered to discover – or rediscover – their own sense of purpose and stability in an ever-evolving profession.
The ACGME looks forward to continuing conversations, building stronger connections, and sparking new ideas at #ACGME2027! Registration opens this fall.
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Capture the Power of Mentorship - Submit a Photo for #ACGME2027
The ACGME invites members of the GME community to participate in the Arts and Humanities in Medicine photography contest entitled, “Finding Meaning in Medicine: Mentoring Moments.”
Selected works will be featured at the 2027 ACGME Annual Educational Conference.
The ACGME seeks powerful, creative images that reflect the many ways mentoring shapes learning, growth, and connection in GME. Whether candid or thoughtfully staged, submitted photographs can tell the story of guidance, support, and shared purpose across the GME community.
- Submit a photograph by August 26, 2026
- Open to residents, fellows, faculty members, coordinators, institutional leaders, and staff members in GME
- One submission per person
Email questions to artsinmedicine@acgme.org.
NEW! Common Program Requirements Fellowship Stakeholder Survey
As part of the Common Program Requirements major revision process now underway, the Common Program Requirements Major Revision Task Force seeks the perspectives of the GME community on the Common Program Requirements for fellowships.
Fellowship Stakeholder Survey – Open Through August 7
This survey seeks input from a wide variety of roles on issues relevant to fellow education, including program leadership, faculty qualifications, independent practice, scholarly activity, evaluation, quality and safety, supervision, and professionalism.
The results of this survey and an update on the major revision process will be shared at an update session during the 2027 ACGME Annual Educational Conference.
Stay tuned for information about public review and comment. Details and updates will be shared via the e-Communication, on the ACGME website, and on the ACGME’s social media accounts.
Email questions to Manager, Accreditation Standards and Special Projects Amy Fenton.
NEW! Updated Requirements Now Available
Updated versions of the following Program Requirements documents are now available on the ACGME website and reflect the current complete approved requirements:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Complex General Surgical Oncology
- Nuclear Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Refer to the versions currently posted on the ACGME website. Emails will be sent to the affected specialty/subspecialty communities with additional information.
Email ast@acgme.org with questions.
TODAY! ACGME LINC
Topic: The Basics of Accreditation for Program Coordinators
Date and Time: July 20, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Central
Who: Newer program coordinators or those seeking a refresher; all members of the GME community are invited to attend
ACGME LINC [Listening, Information, News, Collaboration] is an opportunity for the GME community to interact with the ACGME, hear from ACGME representatives, and receive updates and information on ACGME activities. Registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Miss a previous session? View recordings of past sessions in Learn at ACGME (note: a free account is required to access these).
View upcoming topics and session dates on the ACGME LINC page of the ACGME website.
Provide Your Feedback:
We invite you to complete a brief survey to share your feedback on your overall experience with ACGME LINC sessions and help inform future programming:
Email questions to outreach@acgme.org.
Accreditation Site Visit Office Hours
Session: August 28, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Central
Zoom Link: Click here to register
These office hours provide an informal opportunity to ask questions about accreditation site visits. Accreditation Field Representatives and other Field Activities staff members will be available to answer questions.
Email questions to Director, Field Activities Operations Andrea Chow.
ADS Annual Update Schedule
The ADS Annual Update for the 2026-2027 Academic Year timeframe appears in Sponsoring Institutions' and programs' profiles in ADS, in the "Important Dates" column on the right-hand side.
The Annual Update will be collected between July and September 2026, and Sponsoring Institutions and programs will receive an initial notification email at the beginning of the reporting window noting all Annual Update requirements and their respective deadlines.
The 2026-2027 ADS Annual Update Overview, FAQs, Schedule, and other resources are available in the Annual Update section of the ACGME Cloud | Support page.
Email questions to ADS@acgme.org.
NEW! Dermatology 2027 Case Log Minimums
The Review Committee has approved a new set of minimum standards and required roles for dermatology Case Logs. These changes will take effect with the new Program Requirements on July 1, 2027. A document with details is available on the Documents and Resources page of the Dermatology section of the ACGME website.
Email Executive Director Eileen Anthony with questions.
Emergency Medicine 2028 Key Index Procedures
The final approved 2028 Emergency Medicine Key Index Procedures are now available on the Documents and Resources page of the Emergency Medicine section of the ACGME website. The revisions were posted for public review and comment beginning in February 2025, concurrently with the major revision of the Program Requirements for Emergency Medicine.
The Review Committee has received several implementation questions regarding both the 2028 key index procedures and the Program Requirements. Committee staff members are working diligently to track all questions and develop an FAQ document to address these inquires.
Email em@acgme.org for questions about the procedures or the requirements.
NEW! Webinar on Establishing Resident Experiences in Medically Underserved Areas
Date and Time: Wednesday, August 26, 12:00-1:15 p.m. Central
Topic: Establishing Resident Experiences in Medically Underserved Areas: A Program Perspective
In this webinar, participants will learn:
- how accredited programs can partner with rural and underserved sites to expand training opportunities;
- accreditation, operational, financial, and partnership considerations; and,
- practical strategies for developing successful collaborations that benefit residents/fellows, GME programs, and communities.
Many areas in the US face physician shortages, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Research demonstrates that where physicians complete their GME is a strong predictor of where they ultimately practice. Existing residency and fellowship programs play an important role in addressing physician workforce needs by establishing education and training experiences in rural and underserved settings.
1.25 CME credit hours will be available for this activity.
Email underserved@acgme.org with questions.
TOMORROW! July Rural and Underserved GME Interest Group
Date and Time: July 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Central
Topic: UME-GME Pathways: Building a Pipeline for Rural and Underserved
These Zoom calls are generally on the third Tuesday of each month and are open to the entire GME community. Recordings of past sessions are available in the Rural and Underserved GME Resource Center in Learn at ACGME. (Note: A free Learn at ACGME account is required to access the recordings.)
CME is now available for attending these meetings. See Registration page for details.
Register for July Interest Group
REGISTER NOW! Developing Faculty Competencies in Assessment Course
Registration for Developing Faculty Competencies in Assessment is now open for the October and November 2026 sessions.
This six-day course in Chicago, Illinois is highly interactive, using multiple learning approaches combined with systems thinking to help participants build effective programs of assessment for their residency or fellowship.
Participants will learn to:
- apply outcomes- and competency-based education principles in GME;
- strengthen assessment practices, tools, and decision-making quality;
- enhance Clinical Competency Committee and Program Evaluation Committee effectiveness and use longitudinal data to support learners;
- deliver effective feedback and support struggling learners; and,
- develop and implement an action plan for program improvement.
FINAL TWO SESSIONS! Leadership Skills Training Program for Chief Residents
Registration is filling quickly for the last two sessions of the 2026 Leadership Skills Training Program for Chief Residents! Help learners step confidently into the role of chief resident with this immersive leadership development experience designed specifically for rising chiefs. Held at the ACGME office in Chicago, this program equips participants with the insight, tools, and practical skills needed to lead effectively in clinical settings and beyond.
Through interactive sessions, participants deepen their self-awareness, explore their individual leadership styles, and gain a stronger understanding of group and interpersonal dynamics. The program also focuses on the core skills essential for success, resilience, and professional satisfaction as both a clinician and a leader.
Only two sessions remain! Register now to secure a spot. Check session availability here.
August 24-26, 2026
August 27-29, 2026
Learn more on the ACGME website. Click the button below to access registration and logistical information for all sessions.
TWO WEEKS! Self-Empowerment Workshop for Coordinators
Session: August 3-11, 2026
Details: This is a seven-day online workshop with one interactive, live session on August 6 from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Central. Participants must begin Day 1 on August 3.
Learn practical strategies for acting as a leader in the coordinator role, successful networking, overcoming challenges to professionalism, promoting achievements, and effectively navigating complex interpersonal situations.
Continuing Education Credit
This activity has been approved for continuing education credit by the Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education (TAGME). Participants who complete the course in its entirety are eligible to receive 10 education credits in the content area of professional development.
This free workshop is repeated monthly.
Email questions to learn@acgme.org.
Faculty Development Hubs
The ACGME collaborates with institutions and organizations in the US and abroad to offer scaled, tailored versions of its Developing Faculty Competencies in Assessment course. See below for open courses and visit the Faculty Development Hubs web page for more information.
Michigan State University GME Alliance (virtual)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (in person; Nashville, Tennessee)
Yale New Haven Hospital (virtual on Day 1; in person in New Haven, Connecticut on Days 2-4)
ACGME Seeks Resident/Fellow Members
The following Review Committees seek nominations for their next resident member. Nominees must be enrolled in an ACGME-accredited residency or fellowship program at the time of the appointment and may not serve more than one year beyond completion of that program. Terms begin July 1, 2027 and end June 30, 2029.
NEXT WEEK! NEUROLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Neurology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Celeste Urbina
Deadline: July 31, 2026
NEXT WEEK! PATHOLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Pathology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Rebecca Fessler
Deadline: July 31, 2026
TWO WEEKS! INSTITUTIONAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
Details: Additional information, including the nomination form, is available on the Institutional Review Committee page of the ACGME website.
Contact: irc@acgme.org
Deadline: August 3, 2026
TWO WEEKS! UROLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Urology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Shellie Bardgett
Deadline: August 7, 2026
SURGERY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Surgery section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Aimee Morales
Deadline: August 21, 2026
THORACIC SURGERY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Thoracic Surgery section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Aimee Morales
Deadline: August 21, 2026
TRANSITIONAL YEAR
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Transitional Year section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Deneen McCall
Deadline: August 21, 2026
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Preventive Medicine section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Rebecca Fessler
Deadline: September 1, 2026
EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Emergency Medicine section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Bianca Andino
Deadline: November 2, 2026
TWO WEEKS! Review Committee for Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Member Nominations Open
The Review Committee seeks a physician member to serve a six-year term beginning July 1, 2027.
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources on the Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine page of the ACGME website.
Contact: Kayla Stroner
Deadline: August 3, 2026
TWO WEEKS! Institutional Review Committee Member Nominations Open
The Institutional Review Committee (IRC) seeks two new designated institutional official (DIO) members. Candidates must be current or previous DIOs and they may be nominated by individuals, organizations, or themselves. The new members' terms will be July 1, 2027-June 30, 2033.
Details: Additional information is available on the Institutional Review Committee page of the ACGME website.
Contact: irc@acgme.org
Deadline: August 3, 2026
Transitional Year Review Committee Member Nominations Open
The Review Committee seeks two physician members to serve six-year terms beginning July 1, 2027. Candidates must be certified in internal medicine or ophthalmology through a member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association.
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Transitional Year section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Deneen McCall
Deadline: August 21, 2026
ACGME Seeks Public Members
The following Review Committee seeks its next public member for a six-year terms beginning July 1, 2027. Public members share the perspective of the public, foster public accountability, enrich the work of the Review Committee through outside expertise, and create transparency. While nominees cannot be physicians, other health care professionals are permitted if they are not employed by an organization with ACGME-accredited residency or fellowship programs.
Learn more about the public member role on the ACGME website. To learn more about current openings, email accreditation@acgme.org.
NEXT WEEK! MEDICAL GENETICS AND GENOMICS
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Medical Genetics and Genomics section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Rebecca Fessler
Deadline: July 31, 2026
PLASTIC SURGERY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Plastic Surgery section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Aimee Morales
Deadline: August 21, 2026
RADIOLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Radiology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Bianca Andino
Deadline: November 2, 2026
NEW EPISODE! Hot Topics in MedEd Podcast
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In this episode, JGME Editorial Board members discuss articles from the June 2026 issue on topics such as coaching residents, how to successfully run learner quality improvement (QI) projects, eliminating administrative burden in GME programs using artificial intelligence, and more.
In Part 1 of this two-part series covering the 2026 New Ideas articles, JGME Deputy Editor, Dr. Deb Simpson, speaks with Drs. Wayne Bryant Jr. and Lauren Gibson-Oliver about their innovative use of cases from publicly available Arkansas State Medical Board hearings to educate their residents about ethics and professionalism. By grounding ethics education in real-world contexts, their curriculum model promotes engagement, reflection, and accountability while preparing residents to uphold patient safety, professional integrity, and public trust throughout their careers.
New Ideas Part 2: Buzzz! Using the Game Operation to Train Faculty in Feedback Skills
In Part 2, Dr. Simpson speaks with Dr. Kelly Currie about how she and co-authors developed a novel simulation using the Operation board game to replicate a sterile procedure and train faculty members in peri-procedural feedback.