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Follow for a go-to source for news in preventive medicine and public health! The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is a professional, medical society of more than 2,000 physicians dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, communities and populations through disease prevention and health promotion. Preventive medicine physicians save lives, create healthier communities, and transform our healthcare system.

Representing medical doctors certified and dedicated to disease prevention and health promotion, ACPM is confident in th...
11/21/2025

Representing medical doctors certified and dedicated to disease prevention and health promotion, ACPM is confident in the safety and effectiveness of vaccines that undergo rigorous scientific evaluation and regulatory review.

Read ACPM's Statement on Immunization Messaging: https://bit.ly/488ilTB

🎉 Happy Rural Health Day! Preventive Medicine plays a key role in supporting rural and under-resourced communities.   🚜 ...
11/20/2025

🎉 Happy Rural Health Day! Preventive Medicine plays a key role in supporting rural and under-resourced communities.

🚜 ACPM’s “Using Clinical Preventive Medicine to Improve Population Health Outcomes in Rural Areas” course equips physicians with practical approaches to positively impact rural health.

💡 Take the course today: https://learn.acpm.org/Admin/ActivityDetails.aspx?LearningActivityID=16264

🩺 HIV disproportionately impacts men, who make up 80% of people living with HIV in the US. This  , physicians can make a...
11/19/2025

🩺 HIV disproportionately impacts men, who make up 80% of people living with HIV in the US. This , physicians can make a difference—start conversations about HIV, encourage and share effective prevention tools.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.acpm.org/Initiatives/Lets-Stop-HIV-Together

🧠 Join us in Baltimore May 14–17 for PM2026: Securing the Future of Preventive Medicine and Public Health🗓️ Registration...
11/17/2025

🧠 Join us in Baltimore May 14–17 for PM2026: Securing the Future of Preventive Medicine and Public Health

🗓️ Registration is LIVE — register now and start planning your PM2026 experience!
✨ Early Bird savings end March 19, 2026 — ACPM Members save over 20% off the on-site rate!
📢 Poster Presentation submissions are still open but the deadline is approaching!
🔷 Deadline: Thursday, December 4, 11:59 p.m. ET

🔗 Register & submit your abstract today: https://pm2026.acpm.org/Attend/Register

ACPM is pleased to announce that Dr. Shereef Elnahal, President of Oregon Health and Science University, will deliver th...
11/15/2025

ACPM is pleased to announce that Dr. Shereef Elnahal, President of Oregon Health and Science University, will deliver the 2026 Katharine Boucot Sturgis (KBS) Lecture at the Preventive Medicine 2026 Conference. Dr. Elnahal is a recognized leader in healthcare delivery within integrated health systems, dedicated to advancing care for vulnerable communities.

Read more: https://pm2026.acpm.org/Program/KBS-Lecture

11/14/2025

In recognition of World Diabetes Day, ACPM highlights evidence-based, community-level strategies and a greater emphasis on early intervention to improve health outcomes for individuals at-risk of developing diabetes and its complications through policy recommendations on diabetes care and management.

Read here: https://bit.ly/49TrXUJ
Learn more about ACPM's diabetes prevention initiatives: https://bit.ly/3LHHLjl

💗   reminds us that compassion saves lives. People living with HIV are twice as likely to experience depression, often d...
11/13/2025

💗 reminds us that compassion saves lives. People living with HIV are twice as likely to experience depression, often due to stigma, discrimination and loss of support. Healthcare providers can help by raising awareness, encouraging open conversations and sharing vital HIV resources.

🔗 Learn more: https://acpm.org/initiatives/power-of-prevention/lets-stop-hiv-together/

ACPM would like to wish you a reflective and memorable Veterans Day! We are truly grateful to all who have served.
11/11/2025

ACPM would like to wish you a reflective and memorable Veterans Day! We are truly grateful to all who have served.

💬 Talking about sexual health can feel intimidating for many patients. Whether it’s a yearly check-up or a sick visit, c...
11/10/2025

💬 Talking about sexual health can feel intimidating for many patients. Whether it’s a yearly check-up or a sick visit, creating safe spaces where patients feel comfortable sharing concerns is key. Educate patients about HIV prevention and encourage routine testing.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.acpm.org/Initiatives/Lets-Stop-HIV-Together

11/07/2025

🧠 November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, did you know 8 out of 10 adults with mild cognitive impairment develop Alzheimer’s disease and dementia?

🔧 ACPM offers a toolkit and courses to help healthcare providers learn preventive measures to protect brain health.

💡 Explore all resources here: acpm.org/initiatives/brain-health

👏 Join us in celebrating Dr. Gabriel Pontipiedra, DO, current Chief Resident of the University of Maryland Preventive Me...
11/05/2025

👏 Join us in celebrating Dr. Gabriel Pontipiedra, DO, current Chief Resident of the University of Maryland Preventive Medicine Program, finishing a 12-week policy-based rotation with ACPM! Born and raised in New Jersey, Dr. Pontipiedra received his medical training from Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Dr. Pontipiedra collaborated with ACPM’s advocacy and educational initiatives, leading the development of the webinar Preventive Medicine on the Global Stage: Bridging Borders and Lessons in Leadership — now available for 1 CME credit on ACPM’s Learning Management System.

🎓Read more about his experience in ACPM’s Resident Spotlight: https://acpm.org/shaping-health-through-policy-a-resident-spotlight/
💻Earn CME through the Global Health Webinar: https://learn.acpm.org/Public/Catalog/Details.aspx?id=J81s6nkxWOxI20velXxOlA%3d%3d&returnurl=%2fUsers%2fUserOnlineCourse.aspx%3fLearningActivityID%3dJ81s6nkxWOxI20velXxOlA%253d%253d

🩺 ACPM leaders Dr. Richard Bruno and Dr. Helga Rippen co-authored an article in the American Journal of Preventive Medic...
11/03/2025

🩺 ACPM leaders Dr. Richard Bruno and Dr. Helga Rippen co-authored an article in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine highlighting ACPM’s Artificial Intelligence in Preventive Medicine and Public Health Certification Course — designed to help clinicians responsibly integrate AI into practice.

This 10-module course offers 11.5 CME credits and provides physicians with practical knowledge and tools to apply AI across healthcare settings.

✨ Take the first module free before enrolling!
🔷 Members: $545
🔷 Non-members: $715

🔗 Read their article and learn more here: https://www.ajpmonline.org/article/S0749-3797(25)00495-7/fulltext

💻 Take the course today: https://learn.acpm.org/Public/Catalog/Details.aspx?id=J98JpN0NBdJExPc8Jtfq4g%3d%3d&returnurl=%2fUsers%2fUserOnlineCourse.aspx%3fLearningActivityID%3dJ98JpN0NBdJExPc8Jtfq4g%253d%253d

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Washington D.C., DC
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Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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http://pm2023.acpm.org/

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The American College of Preventive Medicine is a professional society for physicians dedicated to prevention. ACPM provides leadership in research, professional education, development of public policy, and enhancement of standards of preventive medicine for and on behalf of our members.