Resources from Other Organizations

American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)

The ABMS sets professional standards for physician certification. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, the ABMS and its 24 member boards are prioritizing the health and well-being of health care providers, patients, and the general public.
ABMS and ACGME Statement on Joint Principles
View COVID-19 Information from the ABMS

American Osteopathic Association (AOA)

The AOA is the primary certifying body for osteopathic physicians and the accrediting agency for all osteopathic medical schools.
AOA and ACGME Statement on Joint Principles
View COVID-19 Updates from the AOA

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)

AACOM supports, assists, and advocates for the nation's osteopathic medical schools.
View AACOM’s Coronavirus Resource Center

Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)

The AAMC represents medical schools, teaching hospitals, and academic and scientific societies, providing services including data from medical education and health studies as well as consulting.
View the AAMC’s COVID-19 Resource Hub

Coalition for Physician Accountability

The Coalition's members include the national organizations responsible for the accreditation, assessment, licensure and certification of physicians throughout their medical career, from medical school through practice. Coalition members, including the ACGME, share a strong commitment to protect the public’s health and safety through the delivery of quality health care.
Read more about the Coalition for Physician Accountability

Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG)

The ECFMG certifies international medical graduates (IMGs) to enter US residency and/or fellowship programs and provides other support services to IMGs.
View Updates from the ECFMG

Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB)

The FSMB supports America’s state medical boards in licensing, disciplining and regulating physicians and other health care professionals.
View COVID-19 Information from the FSMB

National Residency Matching Program (NRMP)

The NRMP provides a mechanism for matching the preferences of applicants for US residency and fellowship positions with the preferences of residency/fellowship program directors.
View the NRMP’s FAQs during COVID-19 Pandemic