Professional Development

Date: February 4, 2026

Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM, EST

Location: Virtual

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Join AACOM for an update on its UME–GME Task Force, a collaborative effort that has shaped innovations in osteopathic medical education for more than six years and is now entering its next phase as Task Force 3.0.

Task Force leaders will share where the work stands today, how priorities have shifted over time and what is actively moving forward within each subgroup. This session is designed to offer insight into resources developed to support colleges of osteopathic medicine, faculty, learners and partner organizations.

Introducing the Osteopathic Medical Student Learner Reactor Group

The Task Force is launching a rapid-response network of osteopathic medical students and residents to provide timely feedback on its initiatives. This webinar will provide helpful insight into the work of the Task Force and the types of projects learners may be asked to provide feedback on. If you’re a current medical student or resident interested in this opportunity, please fill in the interest form.

Session objectives:

• Key accomplishments: Review milestones and outcomes achieved since the Task Force began
• Evolution of the work: Understand how focus areas and approaches have adapted over time
• Current initiatives: Learn what Task Force 3.0 is addressing right now across subgroups
• Ongoing engagement: Explore ways to stay informed, share input and contribute moving ahead

Whether you are new to the Task Force or have followed its progress over the years, this webinar offers a concise look at its history and what is coming next. Reserve your spot to stay connected and informed as this work continues to move forward.

Panelists:

Brian Kessler, DO
Chair of the UME-GME Task Force Steering Committee
Dean and Chief Academic Officer
Meritus School of Osteopathic Medicine

Tami Hendriksz, DO
Chair of the UME-GME Task Force Transition to Residency Working Group
Dean, Provost and Chief Academic Officer
Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in California

Shane Speights, DO
Chair of the UME-GME Task Force Strengthening the Osteopathic Model of Medical Education Working Group
Dean
New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine-Arkansas

Richard Terry, DO, MBA
Chair of the UME-GME Task Force Graduate Level Osteopathic Training Working Group
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine at Elmira

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