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About ACPM

The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is a professional medical society representing more than 2,000 physicians dedicated to the practice of preventive medicine and public health for more than 70 years. ACPM focuses on improving the health and quality of life of individuals, families, communities, and populations through disease prevention, health promotion, and heath policy initiatives.

ACPM members are board-certified preventive medicine physicians who save lives, create healthier communities, and transform our healthcare system. Medical students and medical professionals with an interest in prevention are also welcome at ACPM, helping to contribute to our mission of advancing preventive medicine and public health.

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What is Preventive Medicine?

Preventive care focuses on managing risk factors early and promoting healthy behaviors to avoid chronic conditions and improve overall well-being. At the American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM), we support preventive medicine physicians through continuing education across the medical industry. Preventive medicine physicians also work with governments, business, health systems, and more to understand the needs of their communities and develop policy and population health practices to prevent disease and improve health at the population-level.

Preventive Medicine 2025 Call for Poster Presentations

The call for poster abstracts for Preventive Medicine 2025 is now open! Share your groundbreaking research, unique perspectives or innovative presentation concepts and help advance the field of preventive medicine.

The four conference tracks open for abstract submission are: 

Community and Population Medicine
Chair: Chelsea Isom, MD, MPH

Clinical Preventive Medicine
Chair: Sherry Mills, MD, MPH

Advances in the Preventive Medicine Specialty
Chair: Terra Forward, MD, MBA, MPH

Environmental and Global Health
Chair: Michael Jan, MD, MPH, FACPM

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Deadline to submit a poster presentation is December 9, 11:59 p.m. ET.

ACPM Scholarships

Are you a preventive medicine resident or medical student? Don't miss the opportunity to receive scholarships provided by generous members to help support your travel to PM2025. The application closes January 10. Learn more below.

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Deadline to apply for a scholarship is January 10, 11:59 p.m. ET.

It's Award Season at ACPM!

Help honor members of the College, leaders in the field and rising stars in the profession for excellence in service to preventive medicine. Nominate a colleague deserving of recognition in their achievements that advance the profession and raise the profile of the specialty. ACPM awards acknowledge the passion of both members and nonmembers in the areas of preventive medicine and public health.

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Deadline to nominate for an award is January 10, 11:59 p.m. ET.

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ACPM advances the practice of prevention across the medical, health care and public health fields. We support preventive medicine in every aspect, by providing leadership in research and public health advocacy, professional development and continuing medical education, advocacy, and the enhancement of practice standards.

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2023 Board Review Course

Live and on-demand review resources

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Prepare for Certification with ACPM

Military Environmental Exposures Certification

ACPM is proud to introduce the Military Environmental Exposures Certification in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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Earn CME and demonstrate your expertise with this just-released opportunity!

Preventive Medicine Initiatives

The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) advocates for disease prevention, public health, and population health initiatives in collaboration with partners like CDC. We work to advance preventive medicine and transform our healthcare system with the Power of Prevention and numerous other initiatives. Learn more about our ongoing efforts, resources for healthcare professionals, patients, and policymakers, and how we lead in population health management, disease prevention, and health promotion. If you're passionate about advancing preventive medicine, consider joining ACPM.

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Continuing Medical Education (CME)

ACPM offers a range of Continuing Medical Education (CME) opportunities, including Professional Development courses, specialized training programs and certification programs. These CME options help our members, including preventive medicine physicians, primary care physicians, and other healthcare professionals, stay at the forefront of medical knowledge and practice, helping them provide the highest quality of care.

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Prevention and Chronic Disease Management

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Upcoming Events

ACPM hosts and presents a dynamic forum for the exchange of knowledge among health care professionals engaged in disease prevention and health promotion. Throughout the year, we offer high-quality educational, professional development, and networking events.

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Conference

Preventive Medicine 2025

May 5-8, 2025
Seattle, Washington

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