For those are passionate about advancing graduate medical education (GME) with research that can benefit the GME community, the ACGME Annual Educational Conference is both a career-building opportunity and a chance to share your important work with thousands of engaged and prominent GME professionals.
Abstract submissions are now being accepted, and accepted abstracts will be presented as posters at #ACGME2025, to beheld from February 20-22, 2025, at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee.
The ACGME Annual Educational Conference is renowned for its commitment to advancing GME through collaborative learning and sharing of best practices. As the largest gathering of GME professionals in the world, #ACGME2025 will provide an unparalleled platform for showcasing your research and innovations to influential GME decision-makers and leaders.
The ACGME Annual educational Conference offers:
- Exposure to a leading audience: Posters presented at the conference are displayed over three days and available to thousands of GME professionals who are eager to learn about the latest advancements in the field. This is a unique chance to engage with an audience that is both knowledgeable and invested in the future of GME.
- Networking event: The Marvin R. Dunn Welcoming Poster Reception and Exhibitor Kick-Off on the evening of February 20, 2025, will offer an informal, dynamic, and engaging setting where you can discuss your research with peers, gain insights, and explore potential collaborations. This event has historically been a breeding ground for new ideas and partnerships.
- Oral presentation opportunity: Selected posters may also be featured in an oral presentation session on February 22, 2025. Oral presentations are an exciting opportunity to present your work in a more detailed format and engage in a Q and A session, allowing for deeper interactions with interested GME leaders.
Who Should Submit?
The Call for Abstracts is open to anyone involved in GME, including designated institutional officials, program directors, residents, fellows, faculty members, and coordinators to share their research and innovative solutions in areas such as:
- Accreditation
- Assessment
- Well-being
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Teaching methodologies
- Resident/fellow education and development
- Crisis management
- Current issues in medicine and medical education
Other GME-related topics pertinent to the clinical learning environment are also encouraged.
What Makes a Strong Abstract?
To maximize your chances of acceptance, focus on the following components in your proposal:
- Background: Provide clear context for your research or innovation, including relevant literature that highlights the need for your work.
- Objectives: Clearly state the purpose of your project and what you aimed to achieve.
- Methods: Describe how you conducted your research or implemented your project, including the design and approach.
- Results/Outcomes/Improvements: Present the changes or findings from your work and their impact.
- Significance/Implications/Relevance: Discuss the broader implications of your work and how it promotes advancement in the field of GME beyond your local setting.
For more ideas on strengthening your entry, check out the Submission Toolkit, linked in the “Criteria for Selection” section on the Call for Abstracts page of the conference website.
Submission Details
The deadline for submitting an abstract is 5:00 p.m. Central on September 26, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a transformative event in the GME community. Abstract acceptance decisions will be communicated in early December, giving you ample time to prepare for the conference.
Accepted presenters will be required to register for the conference by January 7, 2025. At least one author of each poster must be registered for and attend the conference.
Stay Informed
To be among the first to know when conference registration opens, add your name to the notification list. The ACGME will send an email the day registration opens, giving you flexibility to choose the best sessions and events for your interests.
We look forward to seeing your research and innovations at #ACGME2025. This is your chance to contribute to the future of GME and connect with fellow professionals who share your passion for advancing medical education. Prepare your abstract and join us in Nashville for a conference that promises to be inspiring, informative, and collaborative—submit your abstract today and be a part of #ACGME2025!
Get Started
For detailed submission guidelines and to submit your abstract, visit the Call for Abstracts page on the conference website. Email questions to abstracts@acgme.org.