Advancing the ACGME Mission by working with global entities to enhance the quality of resident and fellow physicians’ education.

This award honors residents and fellows who have actively implemented strategies that lead to measurable improvements in patient safety within their Sponsoring Institution or residency/fellowship program. These individuals demonstrate a commitment to advancing patient safety through innovative solutions and initiatives, resulting in tangible outcomes that enhance the overall quality of care.

Q and A with 2026 ACGME Parker J. Palmer Courage to Lead Awardee James P. Orlando, EdD, PCC.

Dr. Natasha Bray and colleagues explored how completing a residency in underserved areas affects independent practice location choice in a continuation and expansion of a previous study.

This week's e-Communication includes a Frequently Asked Question about accreditation and recognition site visits during the COVID-19 pandemic, Review and Comment for program requirements, and more.

This week's e-Communication includes information on discussion forums on revising foundational competencies for undergraduate medical education, information on the latest Journal of Graduate Medical Education podcast, and calls for Review Committee members.

This week's edition of the e-Communication includes how to join a discussion forum on revising competencies for undergraduate medical education, updated FAQs related to the Common Program Requirements, registration for the National Learning Community of Sponsoring Institutions meeting, and more.

This edition of the e-Communication features a request for feedback from the obstetrics and gynecology GME community, Journal of Graduate Medical Education articles of the week, information on the DEI Officers Forum and more. 

This week's e-Communication includes information on the transition to residency toolkit created by a consortium of medical education organizations; the Basics of Accreditation workshop registration information; and the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Forum.