January 2026

As 2026 begins, ACP extends our warmest wishes for a healthy and inspiring year ahead. We are excited to bring you this edition of the Global Engagement Update, highlighting tools, upcoming events, and resources to advance your professional journey in the year to come.

We look forward to convening in San Francisco, CA, from April 16–18 for ACP’s Internal Medicine Meeting 2026, continuing our tradition of excellence, innovation, and professional renewal. Register and learn more today!

Be sure to take advantage of the member-exclusive early bird registration rates ending on January 31. For even greater savings, consider coordinating a group of 10 or more using the Discounted Group Registration Rates for International Delegations by March 13.

Each January, the Annals of Internal Medicine editorial team curates a list of articles from the previous year that they consider essential reading for busy physicians, with content that exemplifies the groundbreaking, practice-changing clinical research that defines the Annals tradition. Annals: Spotlight on 2025 includes critical research, systematic reviews, clinical guidelines, and much more.

ACP, in collaboration with the American Society for Addiction Medicine, is proud to introduce the Alcohol Use Conversations Tool, an AI-powered simulation designed to help clinicians discuss risky alcohol behaviors with patients. This learning activity is grounded in the FRAMES model and supports skill-building in brief, 10-minute interventions that promote positive behavior change.

ACP is excited to participate in the following upcoming internal medicine conferences. If you plan to attend, we welcome you to stop by the ACP resource table:

Qatar Health Congress 2026, January 28-31, 2026, in Doha, Qatar. Organized by the Hamad Medical Corporation.
ACP Central America Chapter Meeting in collaboration with the Panamanian Society of Internal Medicine, February 6-7, 2026, in Panama City, Panama.
EFIM's 24^th European Congress of Internal Medicine March 25-28, 2026, in Vienna, Austria. The theme of this year’s conference is “Care Beyond Diagnosis.”

The Global Ambassadors Program wrapped up a busy season. Read on for shared experiences and a glimpse of the participating internal medicine communities including photos from our distinguished Ambassadors and hosts.

This edition of the Global Engagement Update also recognizes ACP’s endorsed participants for the Young Talents in Internal Medicine Contest 2026, a case report contest taking place at the 11th McMaster International Review Conference of Internal Medicine (MIRCIM 2026) in May. In addition, we spotlight important resources for International Medical Graduates (IMGs).

Warmest Regards,

Wendy Rivera-Craig 
Manager, Global Relations

Congratulations to the Young Talents of Internal Medicine World Contest Participants

ACP is pleased to endorse ten case report submissions that will be judged at the McMaster International Review Conference of Internal Medicine (MIRCIM) in May 2026.

Update your Knowledge with MKSAP Q&A

A 26-year-old patient is evaluated for a 5-year history of dysphagia to solids. The patient reports feeling that food “goes down slowly.”

IMG Essentials: Stay informed on the latest resources, professional opportunities, and advocacy efforts supporting ACP's International Medical Graduate Members.

This edition highlights how IMGs can engage at the chapter level.

ACP Welcomes New International Fellows

ACP is pleased to announce the following newly elected International FACPs, who were recommended by the Credentials Committee and approved for election by the Board of Regents as of January 1, 2026.

Global Ambassadors in Action

Featured ACP Global Ambassadors share a glimpse of their travels and meeting participation in Panama, Indonesia, Bolivia, Argentina, Peru, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia.

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