In this week's e-Communication, learn how the ACGME is working to reduce administrative burden, access multi-year reports for Resident/Fellow and Faculty Surveys, view selected presentations from the 2022 ACGME Annual Educational Conference, and more.

The Annual Educational Conference not only facilitates great collegiality and networking, but also allows you to connect with ACGME leaders and staff members, to get detailed answers to your questions or simply to put a face with an email address.

The ACGME proudly announces the retirement of Chief Education Officer and Special Advisor to the President and Chief Executive Officer Timothy P. Brigham, MDiv, MS, PhD. Dr. Brigham has been a guiding force in shaping graduate medical education (GME), advancing faculty development, and championing physician well-being for almost two decades.

The medical malpractice insurance coverage for residents and fellows employed at Hahnemann University Hospital (HUH) between January 2018 and September 2019 has been extended from January 10, 2020 to February 10, 2020.

To provide clarity for trainees and programs during this extraordinary time, the ABMS and ACGME offer the following statement of joint principles and will continue to address ongoing developments.

Dr. Debra F. Weinstein sends a Letter to the Community during National Volunteer Week honoring and thanking the more than 800 volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and expertise to the ACGME.

Learn more about the ACGME's newest award, the Lewis Blackman Patient Safety Award for residents and fellows.

The Coalition for Physician Accountability, of which the ACGME is a member, released a report and recommendations, Medical Students in the Class of 2021: Moving Across Institutions for Post Graduate Training.

The Disability Resource Hub provides users with the knowledge and resources to support learners with disabilities in the transition from medical school (undergraduate medical education) and through residency and fellowship (graduate medical education). 

Dr. Nasca shared information about the successful unification of the accreditation system, including representation of DOs on ACGME committees, achievement of Osteopathic Recognition by ACGME-accredited programs, and other updates.