Annual Meeting

Articles about SACME Annual Meetings

SACME 2026 Annual Meeting Proceedings Report

This report features the abstracts and posters selected for the 2026 program, highlighting the breadth of ideas, innovation, and scholarly work across our membership. The projects showcased here reflect a shared commitment to advancing education and improving outcomes for students, residents, and faculty. SACME remains dedicated to supporting these efforts through ongoing opportunities to build research skills and foster collaboration.

SACME 2026 Oral Abstracts

Dive into the details of SACME 2026 Annual Meeting with the full list of Oral Abstracts presented in Lexington this March. Learn from CPD/CE colleagues who’ve developed innovative strategies, including interprofessional and team-based education, working in the evolving CPD/CE environment using data driven CPD, and incorporating quality improvement and patient safety.

SACME 2026 Poster Abstracts

The SACME 2026 poster abstracts discuss various educational initiatives aimed at improving CPD practices and theory. These 27 Posters were first presented in Lexington, but we hope you are able to reference this valuable research from the comfort of home.

Back to the Future of Learning: Data, AI, and the Evolution of CPD

Plenary and Keynote Sessions

Dr. Sanjeev Sockalingam delivered the Barbara Barnes Plenary session on the evolution and future of continuing professional development (CPD). He emphasized data-informed learning, adaptive expertise, and the importance of aligning CPD with healthcare systems. The role of artificial intelligence in enhancing learning pathways was also discussed, stressing collaboration and trust in education.

CPD: Past, Present, and Future—Reflections from the 50th Anniversary Panel

Plenary and Keynote Sessions

This session highlighted the evolution of continuing professional development (CPD). Panelists examined its historical foundations, current complexities, and future innovations, emphasizing the importance of adaptability to enhance clinician education and improve patient care outcomes.

SACME 2026 Photo Highlights

View a selection of photos from the SACME 2026 Annual Meeting and 50th Anniversary Celebration! This meeting brought together thought leaders, innovators, and scholars dedicated to advancing CPD and Interprofessional Education.

SACME 2025 Annual Meeting Highlights

The SACME 2025 Annual Meeting brought together thought leaders, innovators, and scholars dedicated to advancing Continuing Professional Development and Interprofessional Education. This year’s gathering was a true reflection of SACME’s mission: fostering research, promoting collaboration, recognizing outstanding contributions, and shaping the future through strategic thinking. Join us in revisiting the energy, connection, and inspiration of this incredible meeting.

Congratulations to our 2025 Award Recipients!

Each year, SACME proudly honors individuals whose contributions have advanced the science, practice, and impact of continuing medical and interprofessional education. The 2025 awardees exemplify leadership, innovation, scholarship, and service — inspiring all of us to aim higher and drive meaningful change in our field. We are thrilled to recognize the outstanding educators, researchers, and collaborators who have gone above and beyond in their dedication to lifelong learning and professional development.

SACME 2025 Annual Meeting Proceedings Report

The 5th SACME Annual Meeting Proceedings Report is a comprehensive compilation of research abstracts and plenary session summaries presented at the 49th Society for Academic Medical Education (SACME) Annual Meeting. This digital, searchable resource extends the event’s impact beyond Washington, DC, by highlighting the contributions of SACME members engaged in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) research. By capturing key discussions and findings, the report enriches the body of knowledge on current CE-CPD issues and serves as a valuable tool for advancing CPD activities.

SACME 2025 Annual Meeting Proceedings Report: Poster Abstracts

The SACME 2025 poster abstracts discuss various educational initiatives aimed at improving CPD practices and theory. Themes include accessibility, effective data reporting, curriculum building, advocacy training, AI integration, and enhanced learner engagement through innovative methods. The importance of inclusivity, structured processes, and collaboration in addressing the evolving needs of healthcare professionals are explored.