The 2025 ACGME Annual Educational Conference presents a unique opportunity for professionals in the field of graduate medical education (GME) to connect, share insights, and collaborate. But beyond the invaluable peer networking, this event also provides an exceptional chance to engage with the people at the heart of the ACGME: its staff members and leaders. These individuals are passionate about advancing GME, and meeting them face-to-face allows attendees to gain a deeper understanding of the organization’s inner workings, innovations, and ongoing efforts to improve medical education.
ACGME Hub: A Central Connection Point
The ACGME Hub, located in the Exhibit Hall, is the focal point for connecting with ACGME staff members. Throughout the conference, representatives from various departments will be available to answer questions, offer guidance, and provide information on critical ACGME initiatives and programs.
For conference attendees, this space serves as a one-stop-shop to explore topics like data collection, well-being initiatives, the Milestones, and more. For those with questions about the ACGME, the ACGME Hub is the place to seek answers and make those vital connections.
The Exhibit Hall offers additional ways to enhance your conference experience on Thursday evening:
- Update your professional headshot—the Hub will feature a FREE professional photographer for attendees during the Exhibitor Kick-Off and Welcoming Reception.
- Recharge and Relax: The Hub will feature a lounge seating area that includes a charging station.
Key groups represented at the ACGME Hub include the Clinical Learning Environment Review Program, The Journal of Graduate Medical Education, and ACGME Global Services and ACGME International.
The Department of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) will also be present, highlighting three exciting new initiatives:
- The Language Equity in Health Care Toolkit, the product of a partnership with the American Medical Association, Association of American Medical Colleges, and the National Council for Interpreting in Healthcare, provides educational content and access to resources to improve language equity in health care and GME.
- The ACGME Equity Matters®Resource Collection, a comprehensive and dynamic set of resources designed to assist institutions, programs, and specialty organizations in achieving their DEI goals.
- A timely and significant new textbook, Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Antiracism in GME, will be published soon, and will be available for review and purchase.
Engaging with ACGME Leaders
Throughout the conference, ACGME staff members will present sessions, ensuring that attendees have ample opportunity to hear from experts on a range of GME-related topics. These sessions provide valuable insights into the vision and direction of the ACGME and present an opportunity to engage with leaders on a personal level.
International Accreditation and Global GME Perspectives
For those interested in international accreditation or global GME issues, ACGME and ACGME-I staff members will host sessions focused on topics like the future of physician training in international contexts, updates on international accreditation, and global clinical learning environments.
The President’s Plenary
One must-attend session will be the President’s Plenary on Friday morning. Newly-installed ACGME President and CEO Dr. Debra Weinstein will offer her vision of the future of the ACGME, the medical field, and GME.
Informal Engagements: Conversations Beyond the Sessions
While structured sessions and presentations offer significant learning opportunities, some of the most meaningful interactions happen informally. ACGME staff members will be easy to spot—look for the red “STAFF” ribbons on their badges. They are approachable, knowledgeable, and eager to connect!
Toast on the Terrace with ACGME Leadership: A Final Opportunity to Connect
A final opportunity to engage with ACGME leadership is during the Toast on the Terrace, immediately following the Thomas J. Nasca Lecture, formerly the Closing Plenary. This informal gathering allows attendees to celebrate the end of a successful conference while reinforcing connections made over the preceding days. ACGME leaders and other staff members will be present to discuss key takeaways, answer any lingering questions, and continue conversations sparked during the event.
The 2025 ACGME Annual Educational Conference is much more than a traditional gathering of medical education professionals. It’s a place where participants can engage with the dedicated staff members and leaders of the ACGME, exchange ideas with a wide range of professionals, and explore new ways to advance GME. Whether through formal sessions, informal conversations, or networking events, attendees have numerous opportunities to deepen their understanding of the ACGME and strengthen their professional networks.
We look forward to seeing you in Nashville!