Newsroom and Blog Updates on Pursuing Excellence
April 6, 2020
This special edition of the ACGME's weekly e-Communication includes a statement on personal protective equipment and new Frequently Asked Questions the ACGME is receiving regarding accreditation and recognition activities during the pandemic crisis.
ACGME Reaffirms its Four Ongoing Requirement Priorities during COVID-19 Pandemic
As the nation and world face the evolving COVID-19 (SARS COV2) crisis, the ACGME has granted a significant degree of flexibility to accredited Sponsoring Institutions and programs to realign their resident and fellow workforce to meet the increased clinical demands created by the pandemic. This flexibility with expectations is provided consistent with the ACGME’s commitment to patient safety and resident/fellow safety.
ACGME Statement on Early Graduation from US Medical Schools and Early Appointment to the Clinical Learning Environment
The ACGME has issued an updated statement that supercedes all other guidance regarding early graduation from US allopathic and osteopathic medical schools and early appointment to the clinical learning environment.
ACGME Shares National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Frequently Asked Questions
As a resource to the graduate medical education community, the ACGME is sharing this link to the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)'s Frequently Asked Questions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Letter to the Medical Community from Dr. Thomas J. Nasca
ACGME President and Chief Executive Officer Thomas J. Nasca, MD, MACP addresses those working in the medical profession in acknowledgement of National Doctors' Day 2020.
March 30, 2020
This special edition of the ACGME's weekly e-Communication is dedicated to Frequently Asked Questions the ACGME is receiving regarding accreditation and recognition activities during the pandemic crisis.
The ACGME Common Program Requirements and COVID-19
The ACGME recognizes and appreciates the heroic response of hospitals and physicians in the worsening COVID-19 pandemic in New York State. With that acknowledgement, the ACGME Common Program Requirements (Section VI.F.) remain in place nationally.
ACGME Shares American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Statement regarding COVID-19
As a resource to the graduate medical education community, the ACGME is sharing the following statement from the ABMS regarding COVID-19.
ACGME Response to Pandemic Crisis Web Section Now Available
This new section provides information about ACGME activities during the pandemic and guidance for institutions and programs during this crisis.
March 24, 2020
The ACGME created a new section of its website dedicated to information about ACGME activities during the COVID-19 pandemic.