Med Ed
Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer William A. McDade, MD, PhD Quoted in Story on Medical School Diversity
The Indianapolis Recorder considered the under representation of African American medical students leading to disparities in healthcare. Dr. McDade says medical schools must rethink "what constitutes merit."
Journal Notes: JGME Goes Open Access
Beginning in 2021 and going forward, the Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME) will be a completely open-access journal.

February 8, 2021
This weeks e-Communication announces the inaugural recipients of the Diversity and Inclusion Award, information on the Annual Educational Conference virtual platform, an invitation to nominate colleagues for the 2022 ACGME Awards, and Review Committee news.
National Academy of Medicine Extends Action Collaborative on Clinician Well-Being and Resilience until 2022
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) Action Collaborative on Clinician Well-Being and Resilience (Clinician Well-Being Collaborative) is announcing a two-year extension of its work to address burnout faced by healthcare workers. The ACGME is proud to co-chair the Action Collaborative, a network of more than 200 organizations committed to the cause.

Emory and Morehouse Recognized with Inaugural ACGME Diversity and Inclusion Award

February 1, 2021
This week's e-Communication includes an update from the Physician Coalition for Accountability, a sneak peek of the Annual Educational Conference's virtual platform, an invitation to nominate colleagues for the 2022 ACGME Awards, and more.
#ACGME2021 for Program Directors
The 2021 ACGME Annual Educational Conference offers unique opportunities for new and experienced program directors to come together virtually to learn, connect, and recharge.

Updated Medical Student Away Rotation Recommendations Through the 2021-2022 Academic Year
The Coalition for Physician Accountability has released updated recommendations regarding medical students completing away rotations in the 2020-2021 academic year during the COVID-19 pandemic.
January 25, 2021
This week's e-Communication includes information on the Resident/Fellow and Faculty Surveys, updated Milestones that go into effect July 1, 2021, Review and Comment for program requirements, the Annual Educational Conference, and more.
#ACGME2021: What to Expect from your Experience
As with so many other events, the 2021 ACGME Annual Educational Conference will be virtual this year. But its value as a networking and learning opportunity remains exceptional.
