Feb
06
Congratulations to ACAAM's New 2026 Board Members
We are excited to introduce the newest members of the ACAAM Board of Directors!
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Near Peers play a vital role in guiding Scholars through professional growth and leadership development while strengthening their own skills along the way. Participants benefit from monthly leadership training, meaningful mentorship experience, a supportive nationwide cohort, and an annual stipend plus travel reimbursement.
Jan
29
Explore ACAAM's 2025 Key Milestones
Dive into the highlights of ACAAM's journey towards academic excellence and leadership in addiction medicine. Our 2025 Annual Report, titled "By the Numbers," showcases our key achievements across various fronts:- Membership
- Networking and Engagement
- Education, Programs, & Products
- Workforce and Academic Development
- Financial Outlook
We invite you to celebrate these accomplishments and look ahead with us as we continue building a future of excellence and equity in academic addiction medicine. Learn more about ACAAM's mission.
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Jan
26
Join the Conversation: Member Exclusive Virtual Hub
The ACAAM Online Community is your dedicated space to engage with peers, ask questions, and share resources that support your work in academic addiction medicine. Whether you want to start a conversation, offer your expertise, or find new tools that enhance your practice, the community is here to help you grow.
Customize your profile, adjust your notifications, and jump into the discussions that matter most to you. We look forward to seeing you join the conversation and make the most of this vibrant member network!
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Jan
21
Apply Now for an Immersive, Hands-On Training Experience
The REACH 2.0 Program has extended the Near Peer application deadline to Wednesday, February 4 at 11:59 PM CT, giving medical students, residents, fellows, or early‑career physicians one final opportunity to apply!
Near Peers play a vital role in guiding Scholars through professional growth and leadership development while strengthening their own skills along the way. Participants benefit from monthly leadership training, meaningful mentorship experience, a supportive nationwide cohort, and an annual stipend plus travel reimbursement.
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Exclusive Opportunity for Fellows: BCH's Pediatric Addiction Medicine Rotation
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Jan
14
Specialized Training for Future Leaders in Addiction Medicine
ACAAM Fellows, enhance your training in adolescent substance use care with a one-week Pediatric Addiction Medicine Rotation at Boston Children’s Hospital. Fellows will gain practical insight into treatment approaches that honor young patients’ growing independence while supporting their vulnerabilities during this critical stage of life.
This immersive program includes 16 hours of clinical telehealth in the Adolescent Substance Use and Addiction Program (ASAP) with a multidisciplinary team, virtual clinical rounds and clinical meetings, and access to valuable educational didactics during and after rotation.
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Jan
06
Together, We Can End Stigma and Support Recovery
January marks Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a time to raise awareness and encourage action for individuals, families, and practitioners impacted by substance use. This month is dedicated to supporting those contemplating or seeking help, empowering health care providers to adopt best practices, and reminding loved ones that recovery is possible. By promoting evidence-based treatment—including medications for substance use disorders—we can help eliminate stigma and open doors to healing.
SAMHSA provides a comprehensive SUD Awareness Month Toolkit with messaging, graphics, templates, and resources to spread the word. Join us in amplifying this important message and making treatment accessible to all.
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Jan
06
Explore the Full List of ACAAM's Volunteer Community
As we close out a year filled with gratitude, we want to shine a spotlight on the incredible individuals who make our mission possible. The 2025 ACAAM Member Volunteers have shown unwavering dedication, sharing their time, expertise, and passion to advance the field of addiction medicine.
We invite you to explore the full list of volunteers and see the remarkable community behind ACAAM’s progress.
Thank you to each and every volunteer for your steadfast support and contributions! Together, we are making a lasting impact.
View the List of 2025 ACAAM Volunteers
Dec
10
Explore Open Fellowship Positions
Match Day may have passed, but there’s still time to secure an addiction medicine fellowship for the 2026–2027 appointment year. Several programs have open positions, and applicants can connect directly with fellowships for details and next steps.
Download the roster of programs with available positions, explore postings on the ACAAM Career Center, and review the interactive map for more options. Applicants can submit materials through ERAS, just confirm with individual programs whether they use this system. Don’t miss your chance to advance your career in addiction medicine!
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Nov
25
Join the Conversation: Member Exclusive Virtual Hub
The ACAAM Online Community is your members-only hub for collaboration, questions, and insights in academic addiction medicine. It’s where peers come together to share ideas, exchange resources, and tackle real-world challenges in the field.
What’s trending in the community today?
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Nov
24
On-Demand Access to November 19 Career Development Sessions
The November 19 Career Development Sessions are now available on the Education Portal! Active ACAAM members can watch these recordings and explore our full library of past sessions at anytime. Continue building your expertise in addiction medicine with resources designed to support your professional growth.
Catch up on these recently recorded sessions:
- ACGME Basics: Addiction Medicine Edition
- Advocating on Behalf of Your Patients
- The ASAM Criteria
- Transformative Change
- Contract and Salary Negotiation
- And more!
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New ACAAM Resource Guides: Build, Fund, and Strengthen Addiction Medicine Fellowships
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Nov
18
Your Complete Toolkit for Fellowship Success
ACAAM is proud to introduce two new virtual resource guides designed to support the growth and sustainability of addiction medicine fellowship programs. Whether you’re a program director, faculty member, healthcare administrator, or advocate for addiction medicine education, these guides provide actionable strategies and practical tools to help you succeed.
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Nov
07
Sign Up for ACAAM News and Opportunities
Are you interested in academic addiction medicine? Make sure you’re in the loop—two important communications have already gone out to this group, and you won’t want to miss the next one!
Sign up for ACAAM’s mailing list by filling out our Interest Form. You’ll receive timely updates on:
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Nov
05
Research Career Development Opportunities
Are you passionate about advancing your career in addiction medicine and health equity? Discover a range of research career development programs designed to support emerging leaders in the field. Opportunities like the VA Advanced Fellowship in Addiction Treatment, RAMS, REACH, LEAD, and CHERISH, offer specialized training, mentorship, and research experience to help you grow professionally and make a meaningful impact. Each program is tailored to develop future leaders in addiction medicine and health equity.
Explore all of our research career development programs and find the right fit for your professional goals. If you know of similar programs that should be included, please email us at [email protected] — we welcome your input!
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Oct
13
Master the ABPM Exam & Advance Your Practice
Ready to strengthen your addiction medicine knowledge and prepare for certification? ACAAM offers powerful resources designed by experts to help you succeed:
The ACAAM Question Bank
The ACAAM Question Bank, reviewed and revised for 2025, is an online tool designed to help you prepare for the ABPM exam and strengthen your clinical decision-making. It features 186 evidence-based questions across all 17 ABPM content areas and offers a flexible study mode so you can learn at your own pace. You’ll get instant access to answers, references, and explanations, plus unlimited access whenever you need it.
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Sep
29
Welcoming Dr. John Fomeche as the 2025 ACAAM/AOD Health Editorial Intern
ACAAM is excited to announce that John Fomeche, MD, has been selected as the 2025 ACAAM/AOD Health Rich Saitz Editorial Intern!
Dr. Fomeche is currently an Addiction Medicine Fellow at Yale University and a recent graduate of the Stamford Hospital Internal Medicine Residency. Born in Cameroon and raised in Arizona, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Arizona and studied abroad in Singapore before attending medical school in Poland. These experiences across continents have shaped his global perspective on health, equity, and patient care.
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Sep
10
Honoring Courage, Advancing Care: Join ACAAM This Recovery Awareness Month
This September, communities nationwide honor Recovery Awareness Month—a time to celebrate individuals in recovery and the communities that support them. At ACAAM, we’re investing in the next generation of addiction medicine leaders through education, advocacy, and equity-driven programs.
You can help shape the future of compassionate, evidence-based care:
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Sep
05
Spark Conversations & Inspire Future Fellows
Are you attending a conference outside of addiction medicine? ACAAM has a simple, eye-catching way to help our members spread the word about fellowship training: free “Ask me about Addiction Medicine Fellowship Training” buttons!
When you request your button, you’ll also receive:
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Aug
29
ACAAM Members: Access Free Career Development Sessions
ACAAM is here to support your professional journey at every stage. Our Career Development Sessions offer ten on-demand, learning opportunities, exclusive to ACAAM members. Designed to enhance your faculty expertise and advance your career, these sessions feature expert guidance on high-impact topics, including:
- The ASAM Criteria – Key principles for patient-centered substance use treatment
- Transformative Change – Leading with purpose in addiction medicine
- Contract and Salary Negotiation – Strategies to get the offer you deserve
- Decoding the ACGME Alphabet Soup of Running a Fellowship – Simplifying program requirements
- Advocating on Behalf of Your Patients – Making a difference locally and nationally
And much more!
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Aug
22
Collaborating for Better Patient Outcomes
At ACAAM, we believe collaboration fuels innovation in addiction medicine. By partnering with leading organizations, publications, and trusted voices in the field, we expand educational opportunities, share expertise, and elevate the practice of addiction medicine. Explore our partnerships below and see how together we’re shaping the future of addiction care!
- The Curbsiders Addiction Medicine Podcast (Curbsiders)
- American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP)
- Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Health (AOD)
- American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
- CAMC Institute
- The Governor's Institute
- NIAAA - Healthcare Professional's Core Resource on Alcohol
- Professionals Health Network (PHN)
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Aug
19
New CDC and NIDA Tools to Advance Overdose Prevention & Youth Substance Use Awareness
The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) recently shared several important resources from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that can support awareness, education, and prevention efforts across our communities.
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National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day – August 21: This annual day of recognition honors lives lost to fentanyl and raise awareness of the dangers of illegally made fentanyl. The 2025 theme—hope and mental health—underscores the role of reducing stigma, raising awareness, and fostering healing. Despite a recent decline in overdose deaths, fentanyl continues to drive the overdose crisis. Access CDC’s public toolkit for key messages, social media content, and other outreach resources here. For additional informational on fentanyl, see NIDA's page here.