Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase 

Explore, Discover, and Shape Your Career in Addiction Medicine

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As part of our mission and dedication to help grow and support the addiction medicine workforce, the American College of Academic Addiction Medicine (ACAAM) is proud to offer resources for medical students, residents, and practicing physicians interested in exploring addiction medicine as a potential career path.

The 2025 Addiction Medicine Specialty Showcase took place on May 6, 2025. This virtual event provides insights into addiction medicine fellowships, the subspecialty as a whole, and career opportunities within the field. This informational session is led by leading experts, including ACAAM President Alexander Y. Walley, MD MSc, and Vice President for Medical and Academic Affairs Tim Brennan, MD MPH.

Whether you're just beginning to explore fellowship opportunities or are ready to strengthen your professional journey, this resource is here to guide you! 

View the 2025 Recording on YouTube

Exclusive Offer for Live Attendees

Join us for the live event on May 6, 2025, and gain two months of complimentary access (post event) to two didactic sessions covering critical topics in addiction medicine: 

  • Alcohol: At-Risk Use, Use Disorder, and Withdrawal Management | Randall T. Brown, MD PhD, University of Wisconsin 
  • Epidemiology of Substance Use Disorders and an Update on Nitazenes and Xylazine | Timothy K. Brennan, MD MPH, and Edwin Salsitz, MD, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

Career Stories Playlist

Our Career Stories YouTube playlist features inspiring personal stories from addiction medicine professionals. These short videos highlight their journeys into the field, the factors that influenced their decisions, and tips for exploring fellowship opportunities. 

Explore ACAAM Career Stories