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Congratulations to the New FY 2027 Alliance Council Leaders

By Kayce Maisel posted 2 days ago
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A call for nominations was open to members September 10 through October 8 and ballots were available to members on im.org from January 19 to February 4. All candidates are elected by a majority of the ballots cast. Please join the Alliance in congratulating the New FY 2027 Alliance Council Leaders . #News #Feature
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February 2026 Diversity Now Newsletter

By Kayce Maisel posted 4 days ago
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February 2026 Welcome to Diversity Now, AAIM’s quarterly newsletter dedicated to sharing the latest diversity, equity, and inclusion resources in academic internal medicine and beyond. February Is Black History Month Founded by Carter G. Woodson, PhD, and the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, Black History Month recognizes and celebrates African American life, history, and culture. As the nation marks the centennial of these commemorations, we are reminded of the enduring impact of this work and invited to reflect on the next century of learning, acknowledgment, and collective ...
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Registration Open - Business of Medicine for UME-GME Faculty

By Kayce Maisel posted 6 days ago
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Registration is now open for the online hybrid course, Business of Medicine for UME-GME Faculty. This asynchronous course blends self-study with several 90-min live Zoom sessions with the instructor. To review registration prices, topics covered, and important dates, click here . #News #Feature
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The Alliance Conditionally Supports Proposal to Move Fellowship Start Date

By Kayce Maisel posted 01-09-2026
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In a December letter to National Association of Designated Institutional Officials (NADIO) President Jeffrey S. Berns, MD, the Alliance provided conditional support for a proposal to move the subspecialty fellowship start date to no earlier than July 7. The letter outlines AAIM's recommendations to address the challenges the transition will bring, particularly during the first year rollout. Read the letter on AAIM's Advocacy page . #News #Feature
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Member Spotlight: Zeb Henson, MD

By Kayce Maisel posted 12-02-2025
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Zeb Henson, MD Clerkship Director and Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program Director University of Mississippi School of Medicine How long have you been a member of AAIM? My first meeting was the 2009 Chief Resident meeting in Dallas. I couldn’t believe there were so many people in one place who cared about doing medical education the best way possible! What is your favorite part of your job? Having a hand—albeit small—in individual success stories is what keeps me going in these roles. To watch a resident go from struggling, feeling behind or overwhelmed, to becoming a competent graduate ready for unsupervised practice is the deepest joy ...
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AAIM Volunteer Spotlight Video: Dominique L. Cosco, MD

By Kayce Maisel posted 11-11-2025
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This month, AAIM shines the Volunteer Spotlight on Dominique L. Cosco, MD, Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education at the Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine.
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AIMW26 Registration Now Open - Join Us in Seattle!

By Kayce Maisel posted 11-07-2025
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Academic Internal Medicine Week is the premier conference for faculty and staff in departments of internal medicine at medical schools and teaching hospitals. Join your friends and colleagues from April 19-22, 2026 in Seattle, WA! REGISTER TODAY #News #Feature
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The Alliance Signs On to Support $47.2B for the National Institutes of Health (NIH)

By Kayce Maisel posted 10-29-2025
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AAIM joins more than 450 members of the Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research urging leaders of the House and Senate (HHS) appropriations committees to finalize the FY 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) spending bill of $47.2 billion for the NIH. Funding is already Senate Appropriations Committee-approved and would be in addition to funding for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H). Read the Letter #News #Feature #Advocacy
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How Will Changes to J-1 and H-1B Visa Policies Impact You?  (Testimonials)

By Kayce Maisel posted 10-17-2025
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As part of their advocacy work, the American College of Physicians (ACP) is collecting personal stories and testimonials on the wide-ranging impact of recent administrative changes to J-1 and H-1B visa policies. In order to accurately document what these policies mean for the U.S. health workforce and patient access, the ACP would like to hear from all impacted members, particularly program directors and IMGs. Complete the Survey #News #Feature #Advocacy
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Call to Action: Urge Exemption from the $100,000 Application Fee for H1-B Visas

By Kayce Maisel posted 10-17-2025
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In response to a recent Executive Order imposing a $100,000 fee on employers for each H1-B application , the Alliance and the American College of Physicians (ACP) ask members to contact their representatives to urge the Secretary of Homeland Security to enact the national interest exemption on H-1B visa fees for physicians. ACP has provided an editable form letter which will automatically be sent to representatives according to ZIP code. Visit the ACP Legislative Action Center #News #Feature #Advocacy
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Member Spotlight: Taunia Robinson, MBA

By Kayce Maisel posted 09-30-2025
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Taunia Robinson, MBA Coordinator, GME Operations Boonshoft School of Medicine Wright State University How long have you been a member of AAIM? 4 years. What is your favorite part of your job? Learning new things, helping others and being a part of the GME Team. How has the AAIM membership been of value to you and your career? AAIM membership has been of value to me and my career with networking, meeting new people and sharing ideas. When did you know you wanted to pursue a career in the medical field? I knew in the mid-1990s when I was in the business field that I could make an even stronger difference in the medical field. ...
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The Alliance Joins 164 Healthcare Organizations Urging Policymakers to Codify the FAIR Model for Federal Research Funding

By Kayce Maisel posted 09-24-2025
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The Alliance Joins the AAMC and More Than 160 Healthcare Organizations Urging Policymakers to Embrace and Codify the Financial Accountability in Research (FAIR) Model for Federal Research Funding September 2025 - As of September 22, 2025, 164 organizations have signed on to a letter requesting lawmakers to develop a new, more transparent model for ensuring that institutions’ essential research costs are adequately supported. The letter also urges the relevant governing bodies not to institute arbitrary caps which, without nuance, could prevent high-quality scientific research. Read the Letter #News #Feature #Advocacy
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Congratulations to the 2026 Award Recipients

By Kayce Maisel posted 09-19-2025
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The Alliance is pleased to Announce the 2026 recipients of its esteemed award program . Recognizing the outstanding achievements of educators, researchers, administrators, and leaders, the Alliance Awards Program shines a spotlight on the impactful contributions made by faculty and staff in internal medicine departments at medical schools and teaching hospitals. Join us in congratulating the recipients! #News #Feature
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AAIM Posts Public Comment Urging the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to Protect Duration of Status for J-1 Visa Physicians

By Kayce Maisel posted 09-19-2025
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The public comment period for proposed DHS rule Docket ICEB-2025-0001 is now open and the Alliance encourages all members to participate. If implemented, J-1 physicians would be required to complete Extensions of Status (EOS), a process which can take 6 months to more than a year. AAIM leaders posted a public comment explaining the unnecessary nature of the change and urging DHS to protect physicians' duration of status. The comment period closes September 29, 2025. Get More Information #News #Feature #Advocacy
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The Alliance Joins Community Letter to Preserve Long-standing Loan Limit Exception for Health Professions

By Kayce Maisel posted 09-04-2025
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AAIM joins over 40 organizations and educational institutions urging the Department of Education to continue extending the loan limit exception for health professions. A key aspect of providing health care to underserved communities is supporting aspiring health professionals in those communities. Preserving the long-standing exception, authorized by the Department of Education, ensuring equal access to health care across communities in America. Read the letter To read more about AAIM's advocacy efforts, view the Advocacy News page. #News #Feature #Advocacy
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AAIM Member Spotlight: Liza G. Icayan, MD, FACP

By Kayce Maisel posted 08-28-2025
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Liza G. Icayan, MD, FACP Residency Program Director University of Chicago (Endeavor Health-NorthShore Hospitals) How long have you been a member of AAIM? I attended my first AAIM conference as a Chief Resident in 1993 and, with the exception of a few years, I've been a member ever since. What is your favorite part of your job? Interacting with the residents and watching them grow and develop, professionally intellectually and personally is one of my favorite aspects of this role. I also really enjoy working with our amazing team of associate program directors, chief residents, and committed faculty. Innovating and thinking about new ways ...
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AAIM Urges Reauthorization of the HRSA's Title VII and VIII Programs

By Kayce Maisel posted 08-20-2025
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AAIM Signs On with 67 Organizations in Urging Reauthorization of the Health Resources and Services Administration's (HRSA's) Title VII and VIII Programs August 2025 - To ensure schools, students, health professionals, and communities are prepared to meet the varied needs of the nation's population, the letter urges a reauthorization of Title VII health professions and Title VIII nursing workforce development programs, which are set to expire at the end of fiscal year 2025. Download the full letter. Keep updated on AAIM's most recent efforts on the advocacy web page . #News #Feature #Advocacy
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AAIM Volunteer Spotlight Video: Dr. Paul D. O’Rourke

By Kayce Maisel posted 07-31-2025
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AAIM Volunteer Spotlight Video: Dr. Paul D. O’Rourke This month, AAIM shines the Volunteer Spotlight on Dr. Paul D. O’Rourke, Associate Professor at Johns Hopkins University/Bayview Medical Center.
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Register Today: Foundations of Academic Internal Medicine for Department and Division Administrators (FAIM-DDA)

By Kayce Maisel posted 07-22-2025
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Registration for the FAIM-DDA course is now open! The first live session will kick off this asynchronous learning course on Sept. 10, 2025. For more details including costs, deadlines, and detailed course schedule, please visit the FAIM-DDA page . #News #Feature
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Alliance 2025: Year in Review

By Kayce Maisel posted 07-11-2025
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FY 2025 Year in Review Dear Colleague: It is my pleasure to share the following Alliance Year in Review. Although I only recently started the new position of AAIM Chief Executive Officer, it has been exciting to see, and share in, the many accomplishments of the Alliance leadership, volunteers, and staff, particularly another record-breaking year for both membership renewal and Academic Internal Medicine Week registration. As we face new challenges in our environment, the community and collaborative spirit of the Alliance will be increasingly important to us all. AAIM is committed to providing the content, education, critical ...
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