ACAAM Specialty Showcase

Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase (On-Demand)

Explore, Discover, and Shape Your Career in Addiction Medicine

Missed our live 2026 Specialty Showcase?
The full session is now available to watch on‑demand. This virtual showcase introduces learners to the field of addiction medicine, fellowship training pathways, and career options across clinical, academic, and leadership settings.

▶ Watch the 2026 Specialty Showcase Recording

The recording of the 2026 Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase is currently being finalized and will be posted here shortly.

Now Available On‑Demand

The 2026 Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase was recorded and is available to watch at your convenience. The next live ACAAM Specialty Showcase is anticipated for May 2027.

This on‑demand Specialty Showcase provides an introduction to addiction medicine and the many professional opportunities within the field. Topics covered include:

Overview of the field of addiction medicine
Addiction medicine fellowship training and application pathways
Career opportunities across clinical, academic, and leadership settings
Audience Q&A with addiction medicine leadership

This session is designed to inform, inspire, and support learners at all stages of career exploration.

Session Lead

Timothy K. Brennan, MD, MPH
Vice President for Medical and Academic Affairs
American College of Academic Addiction Medicine (ACAAM)

The recording includes live discussion and audience questions from the 2026 event.

2026 Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase Recording

Watch the Recording

Who Should Watch

This on-demand showcase is ideal for:

Medical students exploring specialty options
Residents considering addiction medicine fellowship training
Practicing physicians interested in transitioning into addiction medicine

Whether you are early in exploration or preparing for the next step in training, this session provides practical insight into the field.

Spread the Word

Help us connect with students and trainees interested in addiction medicine by sharing this resource with your residency programs and affiliated medical schools.

Related Educational Resources

ACAAM offers a wide range of on‑demand educational content for learners interested in addiction medicine, including didactic sessions on:• Epidemiology of substance use disorders
• Emerging substances and overdose trends
• Harm reduction, safety, and systems‑based careExplore ACAAM’s resources to continue learning beyond the Specialty Showcase.

Career Stories Playlist

Our Career Stories YouTube playlist features short videos from addiction medicine professionals sharing their personal paths into the field, what drew them to addiction medicine, and advice for those considering fellowship training.
Featured stories include:

Elizabeth A. Samuels, MD MPH MHS
Louis E. Baxter, Sr, MD
Tim Brennan, MD MPH – Why addiction medicine is a meaningful subspecialty
"Why I Love Practicing Addiction Medicine" stories featuring addiction medicine professionals sharing their passion for the field and why they love what they do.

Explore ACAAM Career Stories

What’s Next

ACAAM plans to host the next Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase in May 2027. Until then, we encourage you to explore our on‑demand education, career resources, and member programming to learn more about the field of addiction medicine.