Newsroom and Blog Updates on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Keynote and Closing Plenary Addresses Announced for #ACGME2021
The recently announced Marvin R. Dunn Keynote Address and Closing Plenary will be delivered by dynamic, influential, and engaging leaders addressing topics of interest in GME and the world at large today.
ACGME e-Communication - November 23, 2020
This week's e-Communication includes information on the ACGME's latest guidance regarding accreditation, Sponsoring Institution Emergency Category status, and COVID-10; the 2021 Annual Educational Conference; Review and Comment, participation opportunities in the Milestones 2.0 program, and more.
#ACGME2021 - The Annual Educational Conference Theme and What it Means This Year
The theme of the 2021 ACGME Annual Educational Conference evokes not one but two key elements to what a conference experience in 2021 must provide: Meaning in Medicine: Mastering the Moment.
ACGME Honors Graduate Medical Education Community with Annual Awards
Twenty-six individuals and teams will be recognized for innovation in graduate medical education at the 2021 ACGME Annual Educational Conference, which will be held online this year.
Journal Notes: JGME Tackles Virtual Interviews and Calls for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Submissions
Like so much this year, the residency interview process is going virtual.
ACGME Responds to Proposal to Eliminate “Duration of Status” for J-1 Visa Holders
The ACGME joined the nation’s leading organizations in medical education and health care to oppose the proposed rule that would eliminate “duration of status” as an authorized period of stay for certain nonimmigrant visas.
ACGME Board Approves New Strategic Plan, Mission, Vision, and Values
The ACGME Urges Presidential Nominees to Commit to Accelerating PPE Production
In response to the recent resurgence of COVID-19, the ACGME sent a letter to both presidential nominees, urging them to commit to accelerating the production of personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect frontline health care workers, who include many members of the GME community.
ACGME e-Communication - October 5, 2020
This week's e-Communication includes a statement on the Executive Order on Race and Sex Stereotyping, information on the 2019-2020 Resource Data Book, the new ACGME Board of Directors officers, new assessment tools to aid in determining resident/fellow competence, and more.
ACGME Statement on the Executive Order on Race and Sex Stereotyping
The ACGME has released a statement opposing the Presidential Executive Order on Combating Race and Sex Stereotyping issued September 22, 2020. The ACGME will continue to enforce and enhance its requirements to promote safe and inclusive clinical and work environments in institutions to ensure delivery of high-quality care to the patients and communities they serve.