Accreditation

We look forward to seeing you – virtually! – in March! 
January 28, 2022

#ACGME2022 for DIOs

The 2022 ACGME Annual Educational Conference offers unique opportunities for new and experienced designated institutional officials (DIOs) to come together virtually to learn, connect, and recharge. 

January 18, 2022

ACGME e-Communication - January 18, 2022

This week's e-Communication includes information on the 2022 Annual Educational Conference, Journal of Graduate Medical Education (JGME) articles, ACGME program requirements available for review and comment, and more.

October 11, 2021

ACGME Releases 2020-2021 Statistics on Graduate Medical Education Programs and Resident Physicians

The ACGME released its 2020-2021 Data Resource Book, the most comprehensive and reliable resource of its kind, including data on the size, scope, and distribution of graduate medical education in the US.

October 7, 2021

Mary Klingensmith, MD Named New Senior Vice President, Accreditation

The ACGME welcomes Mary E. Klingensmith, MD as the Senior Vice President, Accreditation. Dr. Klingensmith will oversee the accreditation process and standards for ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs across the country.

July 27, 2021

Update on Dedicated Time Requirements and Reduction of Burden

The ACGME Board approved focused revisions to Section II of the Common Program Requirements related to dedicated time for program directors, assistant/associate program directors, program coordinators, and core faculty members.
June 8, 2021

ACGME-I Welcomes James A. Arrighi, MD, as New President and CEO

Today ACGME International (ACGME-I) announced James A. Arrighi, MD as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective September 2021.
April 19, 2021

Recognition of Non-Standard Training for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Physicians to Transition to the ACGME

The Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG®), American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS®), and Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME®) has announced a change in the process for recognition of non-standard training as it relates to the J-1 visa program administered by ECFMG. 
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