Annual Educational Conference Session Recordings Now Available
Select recordings from the 2026 ACGME Annual Educational Conference are now available for viewing in Learn at ACGME, including the President’s Plenary, Featured Plenaries, sessions on nutrition, graduate medical education (GME) funding, transition to residency, and more.
In addition, enjoy musical performances from members of the GME community that reflect on healing, connection, and renewal as part of the Arts and Humanities in Medicine feature at the conference. These performances celebrate creative expression while bringing the conference theme of Meaning in Medicine to life through sound, story, and shared experience.
Click here to view the recordings.
(Note: A free account is required to view session recordings.)
Abstracts Now Available
Abstracts from #ACGME2026 are now available. The collection includes inspiring research and innovations, as well as submissions from the ACGME’s Back to Bedside initiative.
Click here to review the abstracts.
The Call for Abstracts for the 2027 conference will open in late summer.
NEW! Next ACGME Cloud Launch and ADS Survey Available
The ACGME has been preparing for the next phase of ACGME Cloud updates, including a new, unified user experience and additions and enhancements to ACGME Cloud | Analytics. The ACGME is pleased to announce that launch is now scheduled for Monday, April 13.
Please note that the Accreditation Data System (ADS) will be down from 5:00-7:00 a.m. Central on April 13 to facilitate the launch.
As was shared in last week’s e-Communication, several new resources have been added to ACGME Cloud to help prepare users for these updates. Check out this video and a product brief about the unified user experience, and additional resources related to the ACGME Cloud | Analytics additions.
Additionally, a new blog post recaps the 2026 Annual Educational Conference session entitled, “ACGME Cloud: Progress, Next Steps, and Ways to Stay Engaged.” Learn more on the ACGME Blog.
Finally, the ACGME Cloud team invites users to complete a brief survey about their experience using current ACGME technology systems and tools, particularly ADS.
Email questions to Cloud@acgme.org.
WEDNESDAY! CLER Tab Removal from ADS for Sponsoring Institutions
Following the closure of the Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) Program last fall, the CLER navigation tab remained visible in ADS to allow Sponsoring Institutions time to access reports. Effective April 1, 2026, the CLER tab will no longer appear for Sponsoring Institutions in ADS, and Sponsoring Institutions should download any information or reports they would like to retain for reference prior to April 1.
Email questions to irc@acgme.org.
ACGME LINC
Topic: Sponsoring Institution Updates and Institutional Citation Overview
Date and Time: April 20, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Central
Who: Designated Institutional Officials and Institutional Coordinators
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 the recordings.)
View upcoming topics and session dates on the ACGME LINC page of the ACGME website.
Email questions to outreach@acgme.org.
Clinician Educator Journal Club
Date and Time: April 16, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Central
Article: Faculty Development in New and Emerging Rural Residency Programs
Speaker(s): Amanda Weidner, MPH; Daniel Elswick, MD, FACLP; and Ryan Spencer, MD
This group meets online on the third Thursday of each month to discuss journal articles and timely topics in medical education. Participants should read the article ahead of time and come with questions.
Continuing medical education (CME) is now available for attending these meetings. View CME information.
Missed a session? View on-demand recordings of past meetings.
Send registration questions to virtualevents@acgme.org.
Accreditation Site Visit Office Hours
Session: June 12, 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.
Back to Bedside Funding Available for Resident- and Fellow-Driven Projects
The ACGME's Back to Bedside initiative is designed to empower residents and fellows to develop transformative projects that foster meaning and joy in work and allow them to engage on a deeper level with what is at the heart of medicine: their patients. The Request for Proposals for 2026-2028 is now available.
This initiative supports resident- and fellow-directed innovations that are shared on a national platform. Awardees participate in Learning Collaboratives throughout the funding period to workshop and refine their projects and develop leadership skills. Grant recipients will also present their projects at the 2028 ACGME Annual Educational Conference in Orlando, Florida.
A travel stipend is included to help cover costs associated with meetings.
Proposals are due by April 20, 2026.
ACGME Seeks Appeals Panelists
The ACGME is seeking physicians to serve on standing Appeals Panels for the following specialties:
- Allergy and Immunology
- Child Neurology
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Medical Genetics and Genomics
- Nuclear Medicine
- Ophthalmology
- Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
- Radiation Oncology
Applicant Criteria
- Must be certified by the relevant American Board of Medical Specialties member board or American Osteopathic Association certifying board.
- Must be able to devote sufficient time to the Appeals Panel work.
- Should have at least three years’ experience as a program director, department chair, associate/assistant program director, and/or core faculty member.
- Applicants not currently serving in one of these roles may be considered if they held one of these positions within the last three years.
- Applicants’ programs must have a status of Continued Accreditation.
Apply by April 30, 2026.
Email Senior Administrator, Governance, Appeals, Policies, and Procedures Lisa Davis for more information.
NEW! Coordinator's Guide to Effective Abstract Writing
Session: April 20-May 15, 2026
Details: This is a free, four-week online course with one interactive, live session on May 6 from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Central. Participants must begin Day 1 on April 20.
Learn the tools to craft compelling abstracts from an administrative perspective. The course includes a step-by-step breakdown of the process of drafting a successful abstract, as well as collaborative and interactive activities.
Continuing Education Credit
Participants who complete the course in its entirety are eligible to receive 12.25 education credits in the content area of professional development.
Email questions to learn@acgme.org.
NEXT WEEK! Self-Empowerment Workshop for Coordinators
Session: April 6-14, 2026
Details: This is a seven-day online workshop with one interactive, live session on April 9from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Central. Participants must begin Day 1 on April 6.
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.
FILLING QUICKLY! Institutional Coordinator Workshop
Register now for the spring 2026 Institutional Coordinator Workshop, which consists of six virtual sessions led by ACGME staff members and other GME leaders.
Spring 2026 Course Dates
(Note: All sessions are virtual and will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Central)
- Session 1: Thursday, April 23
- Session 2: Thursday, April 30
- NO SESSION: Thursday, May 7
- Session 3: Thursday, May 14
- Session 4: Thursday, May 21
- Session 5: Thursday, May 28
- Session 6: Thursday, June 4
The workshop is limited to 55 institutional coordinators on a first-come, first-served basis. The cost is $430 per participant. At the end of the workshop, attendees who meet the participation requirements will receive a certificate of completion.
Additional information can be found on the ACGME website.
Email Paula Hensley with questions.
Competency-Based Medical Education: Key Concepts and Core Practices Course
Originally developed as a preparatory resource for the ACGME's in-person Developing Faculty Competencies in Assessment course, this primer has been adapted into a self-paced, stand-alone course. Serving as a comprehensive introduction to CBME, the course allows participants to engage with key literature and complete curated activities at their own pace, developing a strong grounding in CBME.
(Note: A free Learn at ACGME account is required.)
CME credits: 10.25
Contact Laura Edgar with questions.
Leadership Skills Training Program for Chief Residents
Allow your learners to step confidently into the role of chief resident with this immersive leadership development experience designed specifically for rising chiefs. The Leadership Skills Training Program for Chief Residents, held at the ACGME office in Chicago, equips participants with the insight, tools, and practical skills needed to lead effectively in clinical settings and beyond.
“Outstanding. I recommend all chief residents attend this program.”
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.
“This workshop was incredible. I wish I could go through it again.”
All session dates currently have availability, but spots are filling quickly! Early registration is strongly encouraged to secure a preferred date. Check session availability here.
2026 Dates
April 13-15, 2026
April 26-28, 2026
April 29-May 1, 2026
May 11-13, 2026
May 18-20, 2026
May 21-23, 2026
June 10-12, 2026
June 15-17, 2026
June 18-20, 2026
July 14-16, 2026
July 27-29, 2026
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.
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.
NEW! Michigan State University GME Alliance (virtual)
Mountain Area Health Education Center(in person; Asheville, North Carolina)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (in person; Nashville, Tennessee)
Washington University (in person; St. Louis, Missouri)
NEW! Upcoming Webinar: Leveraging the Rural Health Transformation Program for GME Workforce Development
Date and Time: Tuesday, April 28, 12:30-2:00 p.m. Central
Speakers: Laney McDougal, MS-HSM; Ted Epperly, MD; Emily M. Hawes, PharmD; Lori Rodefeld, MS
As states consider using Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program funding for workforce development, the ACGME will host a webinar focused on how federal investment and accelerated accreditation pathways can work together to expand GME in rural and underserved communities.
Presenters will:
- Provide an overview of RHT Program workforce expansion opportunities
- Discuss practical pathways for moving GME projects forward
- Address key ACGME accreditation considerations for Sponsoring Institutions and programs
- Share testimonials of how different states are using their RHT Program GME expansion plans
This webinar is particularly useful for organizations considering the ACGME Concurrent Application Pilot, which allows new Sponsoring Institutions and proposed programs to launch faster by allowing applications to move forward concurrently, reducing timelines to as little as nine to 12 months.
Email registration questions to virtualevents@acgme.org.
April Rural and Underserved GME Interest Group
Date and Time: April 21, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Central
Topic: Surgery GME in Rural and Underserved Areas
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.)
Watch the recordings of previous sessions in this specialty series:
- March 2026 – Internal Medicine GME in Rural and Underserved Areas: Part 2
- January 2026 – Internal Medicine GME in Rural and Underserved Areas: Part 1
- December 2025 – Family Medicine GME in Rural and Urban Underserved Areas
- November 2025 – Psychiatry GME in Rural and Underserved Areas
- October 2025 – Obstetrics and Gynecology GME in Rural and Underserved Areas
Register for April Interest Group
ACGME Seeks Members for Rural and Underserved GME Advisory Group
The ACGME seeks nominations of residents/fellows and a non-physician member of the public for the Rural and Underserved GME Advisory Group. This group provides consultation concerning implementation of the ACGME’s Rural and Underserved GME Framework. Nominations are due by April 19, 2026. Self-nominations are accepted for both roles.
The public member will serve up to three years with the option to renew for an additional three-year term.
Resident/fellow members will serve two-year terms.
Details: Additional information is available on the Rural and Underserved GME Advisory Group page of the ACGME website.
Contact: Laney McDougal
Deadline: April 19, 2026
Proposed Requirements for Review and Comment
The proposed Institutional Requirements and accompanying Impact Statement are posted for review and comment, on the Review and Comment page of the ACGME website.
Comment Deadline: April 25, 2026
Institutional Requirements
NEW! Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Stakeholder Survey
The Review Committee for Orthopaedic Surgery requests the orthopaedic sports medicine community's feedback to aid in the development of procedural case minimums. The deadline to complete the survey is April 16, 2026.
Email questions to RCSurgeryRed@acgme.org.
NEXT WEEK! Stakeholder Survey for Psychiatry Requirements Revision
The Psychiatry Writing Group solicits stakeholder input to inform Program Requirements revision in several key areas. Feedback is requested from those involved in psychiatry programs. Current residents and recent graduates are encouraged to complete the survey.
Responses are due April 8, 2026.
Email questions to shapinggme@acgme.org.
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 three physician members to serve six-year terms beginning July 1, 2027. Candidates must be certified in family medicine, 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 Resident/Fellow Members
The following Review Committees seek nominations for their next resident member.
NEW! PATHOLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Pathology section of the ACGME website. The term begins July 1, 2027, and ends June 30, 2029.
Contact: Rebecca Fessler
Deadline: July 31, 2026
NEW! PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Preventive Medicine section of the ACGME website. The term begins July 1, 2027, and ends June 30, 2029.
Contact: Rebecca Fessler
Deadline: July 31, 2026
NEXT WEEK! OSTEOPATHIC NEUROMUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine section of the ACGME website. The term begins July 1, 2026, and ends June 30, 2028.
Contact: Kayla Stroner
Deadline: April 6, 2026
TRANSITIONAL YEAR
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Transitional Year section of the ACGME website. The term begins July 1, 2027, and ends June 30, 2029.
Contact: Deneen McCall
Deadline: August 21, 2026
ACGME Seeks Public Members
The following Review Committees seek their next public members for 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.
NEW! 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
NEXT WEEK! OPHTHALMOLOGY
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Ophthalmology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Shellie Bardgett
Deadline: April 6, 2026
NEW! Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME) Articles of the Week
Supervising Resident AI Use Without Losing the Learning
Carl Preiksaitis, MD, MEd
This issue of AI Teaching Rounds focuses on supervising residents who use artificial intelligence (AI) tools during clinical work and strategies to encourage clinical reasoning. The author recommends protecting core cognitive tasks, such as forming differential diagnoses, and using structured supervision strategies to ensure residents actively engage with and critically evaluate AI input. Effective supervision requires being intentional about when AI is used so it enhances, rather than replaces, the human thinking central to medical education and training.
Alan Schwartz, PhD, JD; Keia Hobbs, MD; Daniel J. Schumacher, MD, PhD, MEd
Harmonized ACGME Milestones were introduced in 2021 to enable cross-specialty comparisons, but it is unclear whether users interpret milestone levels consistently. A scaling study conducted on pediatric and internal medicine educators revealed that some harmonized milestone levels are not meaningfully distinguished by users and that perceptions vary by specialty and role. Differences in how milestone levels are understood may impede the effectiveness of harmonization for cross-specialty comparisons and communications.