NEW! 2026 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.)
NEW! 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! Resources Available for Upcoming April Launch
As announced February 9, the ACGME plans to launch the next phase of ACGME Cloud in mid-April, including a unified user experience and additions and enhancements to ACGME Cloud | Analytics.
To help prepare users for the upcoming launch, new materials have been released, including a five-minute video and a product brief that detail the unified user experience. Additionally, multiple product briefs about ACGME Cloud | Analytics are available. Check out these resources for a quick overview of what’s coming soon.
Email questions to Cloud@acgme.org.
Proposed Requirements
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! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEW! 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.
NEXT WEEK! 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 the Accreditation Data System (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.
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.
THURSDAY! Non-Standard Training (NST) Office Hours
Session: March 26 from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Central
Details: Director of Sponsoring Institutions Projects Katharina Wang will host office hours to provide GME community members with an informal opportunity to ask questions about the recognition of Sponsoring Institutions with NST programs for physicians with J-1 visas.
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 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.
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
TWO WEEKS! 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
TWO WEEKS! Review Committee for Ophthalmology Seeks Public Member
The Review Committee seeks its next public member for a six-year term 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.
Details: Additional information is available under Documents and Resources in the Ophthalmology section of the ACGME website.
Contact: Shellie Bardgett
Deadline: April 6, 2026
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
NEW! 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.
TWO WEEKS! 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.
Institutional Coordinator Workshop
Registration is now open for the spring 2026 Institutional Coordinator Workshop. The workshop will consist 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 Hensleywith 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.
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! Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME) Articles of the Week
JGME Editors’ Reading List: Recommendations for the Top Non-JGME Articles of 2025
Anthony R. Artino Jr., PhD; Deborah Simpson, PhD; Lalena M. Yarris, MD, MCR; Gail M. Sullivan, MD, MPH
In this reader favorite, the JGME editors identify what they consider must-read non-JGME articles from December 2024 through November 2025.
The CHEC IN Framework for Resident Medical Knowledge Remediation and Board Preparation
Andrew J. Klein, MD, MS; Casey N. McQuade, MD, MS; Andrea Carter, MD, MS; Amy H. Farkas, MD, MS
Faculty members often struggle to identify a structured, evidence-informed approach for supporting at-risk residents. To operationalize self-regulated learning theory for use in GME, the authors developed the “CHEC IN” framework, a practical, generalizable, and easy-to-remember guide to remediation conversations.