Milestones
Celebrating the Invaluable Contributions of ACGME Volunteers
The ACGME recognizes the hundreds of volunteers who dedicate their time and expertise to supporting the organization's Mission to improve health care and population health.

April 15, 2024
This edition of the e-Communication includes approaching deadlines for nominations, courses, and workshops; information about the Back to Bedside program; Review and Comment, and more.
April 8, 2024
Learn more about the Back to Bedside initiative; applying for the Barbara Ross-Lee, DO Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award; ways to be involved in work related to Medically Underserved Areas and Populations; the Clinican Educator Journal Club and more.
Study Shows Correlation Between Milestone Ratings and Patient Outcomes
A recent study published in JAMA Surgery revealed that “ACGME Milestone ratings of “graduating vascular surgeons may be predictive of those surgeons’ risk-adjusted patient outcomes in their early career following a common vascular operation.”

Article in Academic Medicine Co-Authored by ACGME Staff Highlights the Importance of Precision Education
The authors propose practical approaches for funding a national initiative in PE as well as potential models for advancing the field of PE. Lessons learned from successes by others illustrate the promise of these recommendations.

December 11, 2023
Register for the 2024 Annual Educational Conference, the 2024-2025 ACGME Equity Matters Learning Community, the Leadership Skills Training Program for Chief Residents, a free workshop on the ACGME's direct observation toolkit, and more.
December 4, 2023
This week's edition includes news on available funding for a new round of Back to Bedside projects for 2024-2026; the Wednesday deadline for the ACGME Equity MattersTM Learning Community, and updates regarding accreditation site visit and Self-Study updates for programs.
Engaging with ACGME Staff Members and Leaders at #ACGME2024
This post highlights opportunities to connect with ACGME staff members at the 2024 ACGME Annual Educational Conference.

November 6, 2023
This week's e-Communication includes information on the 2024 ACGME Awards receipients; the 10-Year Accreditation Site Visit and Self-Study; and more.
October 30, 2023
This week's announcements include actions taken at the October meeting of the ACGME Board of Directors; information on the 2024 ACGME Annual Educational Conference; an update to Accreditation Site Visit and Self-Study processes for programs; and more.