This week's e-Communication includes information on the #ACGME2024 keynote speakers; a webinar about the ACGME Equity Matters Learning Community, and more.

The collaborative was launched in recognition of the need for a national coordinated and collective response to the epidemic of opioid addiction in the US. ACGME President and CEO Thomas J. Nasca, MD, MACP will serve on the Steering Committee.

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.

Read a special announcement about the ACGME's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; about the ACGME's role in establishing a Advisory Commission on Alternate Licensing Models; and more.

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 Matters^TM Learning Community, and updates regarding accreditation site visit and Self-Study updates for programs.

Learn about the upcoming Call for Abstracts for the 2024 Annual Educational Conference; listen to the latest episode of the "Hot Topics in MedEd" podcast; participate in Review and Comment; and more.

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