Public Comment Period Closes on ACGME Residency Rule Changes

The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) is concluding its public comment period today for significant proposed revisions to medical residency program requirements. These changes, aimed at reducing complexity and increasing flexibility, are slated to become effective on July 1, 2028. The National Board of Physicians and Surgeons (NBPAS) advocates for recognizing alternative continuing certification pathways for faculty.