Editor's Picks During 2017-2018 academic year, the number of ACGME-accredited GME programs increased by nearly 5.5% from the prior year for a total of 10,909, according to a survey co-sponsored by the American Medical Association and the Association of American Medical Colleges. Since 2012-2013, the number of GME programs has increased by more than 16%.
 
When planning your annual program evaluation meeting, make sure that key players are able to attend, including the program evaluation committee chair; the department chair, if applicable; at least two faculty members; and the resident or fellow representative.
In June, the ACGME Board of Directors approved major revisions to Common Program Requirements for residency programs. While the revised requirements don’t go into effect until July 1, 2019, to give programs sufficient time to comply, it’s never too early to begin making arrangements to ensure your program will be in compliance.
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