ACP now offers an innovative new Obesity Management Conversations Tool that helps ACP members practice applying counseling concepts learned in Obesity Management 1: Lifestyle Modification to enhance their communication skills when counseling on weight management. The tool offers the opportunity to practice having effective, evidence-based conversations about weight with patients in challenging, virtual patient scenarios including the following features:
Visit the Obesity Management Learning Hub to explore the Conversations Tool and other related resources today.
Statement attributable to:
Isaac O. Opole, MBChB, PhD, MACP
President, American College of Physicians
PHILADELPHIA November 15, 2024 – Incidences of vaccine preventable diseases are increasing in the United States. Preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that as of the beginning of November, five times as many cases of pertussis (whooping cough) have been reported as there were at the same time last year. We have also already seen 16 outbreaks of measles across the country in 2024, as compared to only four in all of 2023. As internal medicine physicians on the front lines of patient care, we understand what needs to be done to mitigate the spread of preventable diseases. Vaccines are vital to our ability to prevent diseases that threaten public health. They help prevent the spread of disease, protect against hospitalization, and can protect against long-term health issues, especially for those who are most vulnerable to serious complications. The American College of Physicians (ACP) remains concerned about the spread of disinformation and misinformation regarding vaccination and treatment, and strongly supports using the best-possible evidence to guide medical care and public health policies.
It is critical that policymakers and government officials understand the importance of vaccines, evidence-based medicine, and other ways that our public health infrastructure protects all of us. A sufficient public health system is essential to preventing illness and promoting health in society, assuring that our patients can live healthy lives, and helping to safeguard the health of everyone in our country. As the ACP discussed in our recent policy paper on strengthening the public health infrastructure, the federal government should protect and strengthen the public health infrastructure for the well-being of all Americans.
A summary of actions taken by members of the Board of Regents on resolutions debated at the Fall 2024 Board of Governors (BOG) meeting is now available. Resolutions initiated by ACP members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become ACP policy when adopted by the BOR.
If you have an idea you would like to suggest to ACP, consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or local ACP chapter. Visit your ACP chapter website for more information on how to contact your Governor or chapter staff about proposing a resolution.
Available exclusively to ACP members, the ACP Physician Peer Coaching Program offers the opportunity to connect with experienced physician coaches who understand the unique challenges internal medicine physicians face. Coaches help you navigate the next stage of your personal and career development journeys with confidence and achieve meaningful change.
Choose from several coaching options designed to meet your unique needs:
Available Coaching Services:
The American College of Physicians has heard from members with their concerns about the recent shortage of IV fluids in the wake of flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. The federal government has been taking action to address the shortage.
The next generation of MKSAP is the all-new ACP MKSAP. This edition of MKSAP will provide the most current content available for internal medicine and the subspecialties, a robust question bank, and a portfolio of exciting new features and study tools, all presented on an intuitive, user-friendly interface.
The program includes 16 content sections spanning internal medicine and its subspecialties.
A single, robust question bank consisting of almost 2,000 questions at launch, including the traditional in-depth learning questions, Virtual Dx image-based questions, and MKSAP Quick Qs, PLUS over 1,700 adaptive learning–based flashcards.
Confirmation of Relevant Education (CORE) Questions—unlock additional questions to challenge yourself and earn badges and a certificate to document your learning ACP MKSAP offers two flexible subscription options. Learners can choose a 1-year or 3-year subscription. Before ACP MKSAP becomes available on February 3, 2025, learners can subscribe during the current discounted presale and receive immediate access to bonus educational content. The presale offer is valid through February 2nd, 2025.
Two bundles are available during the presale:
All members can take advantage of special ACP member pricing, and bulk discounts are available for orders of 10+.
Learn More at: https://www.acponline.org/featured-products/acp-mksap
Take your career to the next level with the ACP Guided Fellowship Program—an exclusive, structured path designed to help you achieve ACP Fellowship over three years. You’ll receive professional development, personalized support, and invaluable guidance as you work toward earning your FACP credential.
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