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GME offices often describe their work as constant problem resolution—what many call “putting out fires.” Over time, this pattern can…

Every year, around January or February, something shifts. Program Directors who were steady in the fall start to sound tired.…

Professional development in graduate medical education is often framed as individual growth—how program coordinators build expertise, how program directors stay…

This guide helps GME leaders use ACGME survey results to engage stakeholders, close feedback loops, and plan improvements that align…

Every spring, the arrival of the ACGME Resident/Fellow and Faculty Survey results marks a pivotal moment for GME leadership. For…

Graduate medical education programs know the importance of teamwork. Yet under the pressure of service demands and accreditation requirements, interprofessional…

Residency recruitment has become more complex for GME leaders. Platforms like ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) and Thalamus have improved…

Now is the time to focus on medical resident wellness. Resident orientation is months behind us. We are a couple…

Being a Graduate Medical Education or GME program coordinator is complex. The requirements are dense, the timelines relentless, and the…

In a landscape where accreditation requirements evolve, and resident expectations grow more complex, the PEC can no longer be seen…

As the ACGME’s revised Institutional Requirements take effect in July 2025, Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) oversight demands a higher…

The 2025 ACGME Survey results are in—and for some programs, the scores may have been a wake-up call. Whether it’s…

COCA accreditation ensures your institution meets essential educational standards. Learn how Partners In Medical Education can help with seamless standard…

If you've ever dealt with the ACGME, you know how complicated and vague GME requirements can seem. Just like the…

Do you really know what is involved with accepting and a displaced orphan resident from a closed program or hospital?…

The AMA recently posted preliminary results from an unpublished study on the effect of reading non-medical material and physician burnout.  Based on…

One of the things I hear all the time when working with new coordinators is that they wish they had…

Have you conducted your Annual Program Evaluation (APE) for 2017-2018? Was a laborious affair where it felt like all your…

Now is the time to be extra vigilant with new residents and well-being.  Orientation is done and first rotations are…

Financial literacy is something that is not routinely taught in medical school or residency.  We are starting to hear more and…

Question: To meet the expectation that the sponsoring institution document the residents’ engagement in the safety alert process, we are contemplating…

Have a great idea or theory surrounding medical education?  The Society of Directors of Research in Medical Education (SDRME) has a call for…

Are you a new rural residency program?  Are you thinking of starting a rural residency program? The Rural Health Information Hub provides a…

Whether you call it a hand-off, sign-out or care transition, one thing is clear: transferring and communicating information about patients is…

It’s coming… Just as the dust is settling on the orientation processes for your new residents and your graduating residents…

You may have heard of team based learning (TBL), a form of instruction that utilizes pre-class preparation, team learning and…

Looking for a way to embrace well-being concepts and weave them into the curriculum of your Internal Medicine residency? This…

Communication is the key to success with everything we do in GME consulting.  If you are looking for some communication…

We have finalized our schedule for the second half of 2018, and we can’t wait for you to see it!…

The ACGME Surveys 2018 are here...now what? Mystified as to how to interpret and use the information in the ACGME…

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Partners beloved founder, Margie Kleppick. Margie lost her long…

If you joined us for the Bullying in the Workplace webinar last year, you will remember that there was limited…

The ACGME has recently published a summary of the intention and purpose of the use of Milestone data.  Use of Milestones…

Resident orientation is right around the corner. We are starting to prepare now and use the format of yesteryears. There…

A great item to have in your GME resource arsenal is the ACGME Data Resource Book.  Published annually, this reference contains an…

The administration released requests for the fiscal year 2019 federal budget.  For 2019, GME funding has been addressed, and not in…

Process for Submitting CLER Blackout Weeks -- Five Weeks; Submitted Three Times Per Year. See the link for some important…

A new, peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to medical education has just released its inaugural issue.  The Journal of Regional Medical…

The ACGME has published proposed Common Program Requirements for residency and fellowship on its website. Click here for proposed revisions, rationale behind…

Healthcare disparities have been studied since the early days of medicine, and continue to this day.   Often thought of as only…

Welcome to the New Year!  Although programs are immersed in recruitment, rank order lists, and match it is a perfect…

We all hear that residents tend to stay relatively close to the area in which they complete their residency.  The…

For a better understanding of how the ACGME reviews your ADS (Accreditation Data System) during its annual review, see this…

Still looking for a resident well-being self-screening tool?  The ACGME has a simple, easy to use and interpret, sample on…

Throughout the year we will explore quality improvement as our in-depth topic.  Join us on a mini-tour of tools, resources…

With the third round of CLER visits underway, now is a good time to re-visit the ACGME CLER website for…

The JGME published a special article about duty hours in the December 2017 issue.  Since it came out during the…

We have created a reference list of all the upcoming events in 2018 for Medical Education Download and Print the…

  We have finalized our schedule for the first half of 2018, and we can’t wait for you to see it!…

        Conference registration is open!  Two of the major GME conference registrations are open and we encourage…

You may have heard something about the ABIM continuing to enforce its policy that all program director attestations for board…

Throughout the year we will explore quality improvement as our in-depth topic.  Join us on a mini-tour of tools, resources…

You can download our Educational Resource Table HERE or you can access our Live Webinar on October 19, 2017 "2017 Common Program Requirements…

  Have you checked out the latest CLER issue brief on Professionalism?  With all of the activities we are dealing…

Are you looking to improve your Quality Improvement Curriculum? Follow this link to access a great resource from the "Institute…

Hot off the press!  Make sure to download the latest edition of the ACGME Data Resource Book. A must for…

This framework should include: Guidelines for Early Identification Identification of Early vs Late Identifiers Faculty Development And recognize possible barriers…

One of the areas that we see and hear programs struggle with is faculty development.  During interviews, we find that…

During the transition process of all residency training programs to the single accreditation system, many questions have come up regarding…

There are many different models for every kind of organization and process.  All of the models share a common foundation…

Throughout the year we will explore quality improvement as our in-depth topic.  Join us on a mini-tour of tools, resources…

Sources of GME data are all around us and readily available. Use data to demonstrate oversight and compliance with ACGME…

Using the APE to highlight successes as well as determine program needs If we only focus on the weaknesses and…

Partners in Medical Education Inc has been working side-by-side with institutions and program to achieve their highest ACGME accreditation potential…

Common Program Requirements, section VI, went into effect on July 1, 2017. Have you updated your policies to reflect the…

The Institute for Healthcare Improvement recently published a white paper titled IHI Framework for Improving Joy in Work. Geared towards…

The ACGME is looking for institutions to participate in a CLER patient-safety initiative. The deadline for applications is August 15.…

The ACGME has published a table of implementation deadlines summarizing when the newly revised section VI of the common program…

We all know what DGME and IME is, yet have you ever wondered how this actually got started or what…

Looking for some funds for a resident project? Check out the ACGME’s latest initiative Back to Bedside. Designed for a…

The much anticipated article, Causes of Death of Residents in ACGME-Accredited Programs 2000 through 2014: Implications for the Learning Environment,…

We have finalized our schedule for the second half of 2017, and we can’t wait for you to see it! There…

Many programs and institutions recently received their 2016-2017 ACGME Resident & Faculty Survey results.  This is very important data that…

The ACGME has released CLER Pathways to Excellence version 1.1 that includes resident well-being. The complete document is available on…

Come visit us at our booth at the 2017 AHME Institute! Stop by and complete get your FREE Webinar, instantly…

Did you miss Partners In Medical Education at the AACOM & AODME 2017 Annual Conference? No worries...We are still here…

  Looking for some guidance for all of those GME projects that have been dropped in your lap lately (APEs,…

Last December Partners produced a webinar on the topic of project management. As GME coordinators, you manage a great many…

Take a deep breath! The next few months are a very busy time of year for the GME community. Two…

The concept of a Quadruple Aim in healthcare is a much needed extension on the existing Triple Aim.  The Quadruple…

Throughout the year we will explore quality improvement as our in-depth topic.  Join us on a mini-tour of tools, resources…

https://www.acgme.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Nasca-Community/Section-VI-Memo-3-10-17.pdf

Come visit us at booth 54, at the ACGME Conference! Stop by and complete our 1 question GME survey, and…

https://www.acgme.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Nasca-Community/Nasca-Letter-Immigration-2-2-17.pdf  

Throughout the year we will explore quality improvement as our in-depth topic.  Join us on a mini-tour of tools, resources…

One of the GMEC responsibilities is to review and update GME policies.  Take the time to plan out a review…

Happy New Year! As we bring in the New Year, take some time to reflect on your professional accomplishments this…

As the year draws to a close, it’s time to start planning for the next academic year. Be sure to…

Have a novel approach to GME?  Or an innovative educational process?  Check out the ACGME pilot program called Advancing Innovation…

We are pleased to announce our new 2017 Spring Education Schedule! We have finalized our schedule for the first half…

Join us on November 17 at 12 noon for our annual, complimentary Meet the Experts webinar.  Always a hit with…

Letter from Dr. Nasca - https://www.acgme.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Nasca-Community/NascaLetterToTheCommunity_11-4-16.pdf Link to review and comment - https://www.acgme.org/What-We-Do/Accreditation/Review-and-Comment

ACGME just published its first milestone report. https://www.acgme.org/What-We-Do/Accreditation/Milestones/Overview

On December 13th, one of our experts will be discussing “Project Management in GME.” This webinar will focus on project…

How can I find out how other programs and sponsoring institutions are handling the ACGME requirements? One of the best…

As a program coordinator, I need some professional development that won’t break the bank. Be sure to sign up for…

Should program coordinators be members of the GMEC? This question was posed recently on a GME community list-serve. The responses…

Tracking GMEC responsibilities can sometimes get lost in the day to day running of the GME office.  As we are…

Is your performance criteria SMART?  Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely?  Join us on September 22 for a live webinar on…

As we begin to gear up for recruitment season, now is a good time to review your notes and ideas…

The ACGME has published a letter to the GME community regarding their efforts in bringing physician wellness the attention it…

Providing residents with practice data is one area we see many clients struggle with.  Invite your residents to attend your departmental…

Did you know that quality improvement activities are a great way to meet two requirements at once?  Not only does the…

In-depth Course: The Graduate Medical Education Committee. Part 5 of 6. Welcome to our newest in-depth course. Over the next…

An excellent article on general fatigue, Fatigue Risk Management in the Workplace, will give you a great understanding on the…

Fatigue Management and Mitigation is a hot topic these days and can be a contributing factor to overall resident wellbeing.…

Be sure to check out the highly anticipated report on results of Milestone ratings for all 383 internal medicine programs.…

Confused about board certification requirements during the transition from an AOA residency program to an ACGME  residency program?  Check out…

It’s time for another resource roundup!  Have you ever wondered what all those educational journals out there cover?  The GEA…

Welcome to our newest in-depth course.  Over the next several months we will take an in-depth look at the Graduate…

The AAMC has published an updated projection of physician shortages.  The full report is available here:  https://www.aamc.org/download/458082/data/2016_complexities_of_supply_and_demand_projections.pdf

The American Hospital Association has worked with various GME stakeholder agencies to produce a residency verification form that provides necessary…

There is a working group of GME organizations that are studying the impact that the single accreditation system will have…

It’s time for another resource roundup!  Download the latest free resources for all things related to medical education from the…

Welcome to our newest in-depth course.  Over the next several months we will take an in-depth look at the Graduate…

We have been hearing about the impending physician shortage for many years now.  Information on the expected shortage along with…

Attention AOA programs – the ACGME has a Single GME Accreditation System page dedicated to just your needs.  Be sure…

“Ask Partners” – Live Webinar Q & A: Thank you to all who joined us March 24, 2016 for our…

The ACGME has recently posted the comments regarding proposed changes to the duty hours section of the Common Program Requirements. …

We hope you all enjoyed the ACGME annual educational conference.  If you were not able to attend this year, please…

Looking for a way to provide easy, quick, faculty development?  Check out Partners Snippets!   These are short, 15 minute videos…

In-depth Course:  The Graduate Medical Education Committee.  Part 2 of 6. Welcome to our newest in-depth course.  Over the next…

Are you receiving the email notifications you have signed up for?  Take some time to ensure that your email is…

Resident wellness is a hot topic in GME these days and it is about time!  For those of us who…

As we close in on the end of the first month of the new year, take some time for yourself…

In-depth Course:  The Graduate Medical Education Committee.  Part 1 of 6. Welcome to our newest in-depth course.  Over the next…

Continuing our resource theme from earlier this month, the AAMC publishes over 100 guides and handbooks related to medical education…

As GME professionals, we are often called upon to provide various data on residents and residency programs.  An often overlooked…

Partners wishes everyone a safe, Happy Holiday Season!  As a reminder, our offices are closed from December 24, 2015 through…

Be sure to register for the ACGME and AHME Conferences next year!  Both conferences are quickly reaching capacity and will…

If you have not had the chance to read up on the Pursuing Clinical Excellence Initiative the ACGME is leading,…

Many programs are scheduled for their first time milestone reporting in Winter 2015.  To see when your program is due,…

The ACGME is seeking institutions that wish to participate in its new Pursuing Excellence in Clinical Learning Environments initiative.  This…

Anticipating a CLER visit in 2016?  The ACGME now gives DIO’s three opportunities to schedule black-out dates throughout the year. …

The AAMC recently released an updated and enhanced student and resident web site for information related to all stages of…

The ACGME Annual Report for 2014-15 has been posted at https://www.acgme.org/acgmeweb/Portals/0/PDFs/2014-15_ACGME_AnnualReport.pdf.  This is a concise summary of what has happened at…

We’ve made it through the first year of NAS for institutions. Congratulations! As a reminder, official Annual Institutional Review’s (AIR)…

Recruitment is right around the corner! Now is a great time to review your recruitment materials and make any updates.…

OB/GYN fellowships, (gynecologic oncology (GYN ONC), maternal-fetal medicine (MFM), and reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI), are expected to begin to…

ACGME is calling for nominations to a new task force that is being created to look at the state of…

Looking for some summer reading to occupy the last lazy days of summer?  Look no further than the Journal of…

As the ACGME has geared up to begin CLER visits to Single and Small Program Sponsoring Institutions this fall, the…

Have you checked your program requirements lately?  As we have now fully entered the Next Accreditation System many specialties have…

The ACGME has published a table of program director requirements for AOA programs transitioning to ACGME accreditation. Happily, the majority…

Osteopathic recognition requirements and application forms have been posted.  Please view the documents at https://www.acgme.org/acgmeweb/tabid/469/ProgramandInstitutionalAccreditation/OsteopathicPrinciplesCommittee.aspx.  Remember, any program may apply…

This year at AHME we asked people who visited our booth a one question survey about GME. The question was…

We're flying in this morning and are ready to see everyone at our booth today, tomorrow, and Friday! Partners® is exhibiting…

MedEdPORTAL is a collection of articles that “…promotes educational scholarship and collaboration by facilitating the open exchange of peer-reviewed health…

The Journal of Graduate Medical Education is a free resource for program directors and DIO’s. The JGME is a peer-reviewed…

Looking for data on residents, residencies and accreditation? The ACGME publishes the Graduate Medical Education Data Resource Book each year…

The ACGME recently published a schedule of specialty specific webinars for AOA programs transitioning to the Single Accreditation System.  Click…

The ACGME has announced a revamped self-study pilot program and is seeking volunteer programs.   Be sure to read this important…

By now, all Clinical Competency Committees (CCC) should have gone through at least one round of resident/fellow assessment using the…

If you are attending the ACGME Annual Educational Conference, be sure to download the mobile App. The ACGME will not…

Did you make a resolution this year to learn more about quality improvement? An excellent and well known resource is…

With the advent of the single accreditation system, AOA institutions and programs will begin to apply for pre-accreditation over the…

Have you registered for the ACGME, AHME or ACCOM conferences? Deadlines are fast approaching. Visit each website for details and…

Happy New Year!  In keeping with tradition, we have come up with a few GME resolutions for all of you…

From all of us here at Partners, we would like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! :)

The ACGME has posted proposed requirements for Osteopathic Recognition and for Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeltal Medicine.  Public comments are accepted through December…

Section II.A.4.n.).(5) of the CPR’s currently require the Program Director to obtain review and approval of either the GMEC or…

Milestone assessments are upon us. Programs have from November 3, 2014 through January 9, 2015 to enter their milestone assessments…

Reminder – You have until December 19, 2014 to submit your “blackout dates” for scheduling of CLER site visits. The…

ACGME posts their Guidance Statement on Ebola Virus Infection and Resident/Fellow Training in the United States. Click here to access…

Recruitment season is upon us. As you move through this year’s recruitment keep notes on what worked well, what you…

We are beginning to receive updates on the Unified Accreditation System. If you are an AOA program or institution, please…

The institutional requirements were aligned to follow the six CLER focus areas. Over the next few months, we will take…

They’re back!!! Remember all those great DIO resources that we had on duty hours, PD time, and scholarly activity that…

Applying for a new program? Make sure that you are using the latest specialty application form. In July of this…

Let the ACGME know your thoughts on their web site! Now is the time for you to give the ACGME…

As you may know, the combining of AOA accreditation and ACGME accreditation into one unified accreditation system has been approved…

It has been a few weeks since the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released two reports. One on Graduate Medical Education…

There is only one more week left to submit your comments on the ACGME strategic plan. Include the plan on…

The institutional requirements were aligned to follow the six CLER focus areas. Over the next few months, we will take…

One area of the ACGME web site that you may not be familiar with is the Resident Services area. This…

The ACGME has posted a document on how to read the new Letter of Notification that all programs will receive…

The revised ACGME institutional requirements (effective July 1, 2013 for new sponsoring institutions) will become effective for existing sponsoring institutions…

You Ask, We Answer! See below for answers to questions that were asked during our Free "Ask Partners" webinar. Self-Study…

Congratulations to all on a successful match this year. The next few months are going to be busy, but exciting,…

Partners surveyed attendees at the 2014 ACGME Annual Educational Conference and asked, "What is the biggest GME challenge you are…

It's St. Patrick's Day and in the spirit of being green - we have a few tips for you to…

To our AOA friends out there - have no fear, Partners is here! The recent announcement of a unified accreditation…

For the first time ever, the ACGME has opened their Annual Education Conference to vendors of GME services and products...…

Heads up Phase II NAS Programs – by now you should have formed your Clinical Competency Committee (CCC) and have…

For the first time ever, the ACGME has opened their Annual Education Conference to vendors of GME services and products...…

Considering becoming a teaching hospital? Partners' can help!  Check out our helpful On-Demand Webinar to start learning about what it…

Introducing Partners' Recorded webinars available On-Demand 24/7! Same quality education as our Live Webinars Flexible option for times when a…

We are celebrating the new year with a brand NEW look! New Logo! New Website! New Education! New Passport Options!…