Medical students, mark your calendars for the AAMC Virtual Specialty Forum on April 3 at 6 pm ET! This unique event offers a deep dive into addiction medicine, giving you the chance to connect with trainees, physicians, and faculty. Visit the ACAAM virtual booth to ask questions, hear from experienced professionals about their specialty journeys, and explore resources that can support your career path.
ACAAM remains' steadfast in our mission to support our dedicated members and advance addiction medicine through collaboration, advocacy, and education. Together, we are making meaningful progress:
Fellow Lightning Round – Fellows can showcase research, case reports, and innovations. Eligible to apply? Submit a proposal by March 14 to participate in the May 28 virtual Fellow Lightning Round session.
The REACH 2.0 program, supported by SAMHSA’s Minority Fellowship Program, is accepting applications for Scholars and Near Peers. This immersive, culturally informed training program fosters professional growth through a unique mentorship model. Scholars receive guidance from both an experienced mentor in Addiction Medicine or Psychiatry and a Near Peer Mentor—someone who has recently navigated similar challenges.
With stipends of $40,000 for Scholars and $17,000 for Near Peers, plus travel support, participants gain invaluable resources to advance in addiction health care.
We are thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025 ACAAM Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to the field of academic addiction medicine. Please join us in congratulating:
Are you an addiction medicine fellow eager to share your insights with a national audience? Now’s your chance! The Call for Fellow Lightning Round Proposals is accepting submissions for 2025.
The May 28 virtual Fellow Lightning Round Session is designed to amplify the voices of future leaders in academic addiction medicine. This is your opportunity to deliver a 5-minute oral presentation on a topic of your choice, contribute to a meaningful dialogue, and enhance your professional development—all in front of a national audience of colleagues.
In this new video, addiction medicine professionals share why they love practicing addiction medicine and the deep fulfillment that comes from guiding patients on their recovery journey. If you’ve ever wondered what makes addiction medicine such a meaningful field, this video offers a heartfelt glimpse into the lives of those dedicated to healing and hope.
We are thrilled to congratulate Dr. Ayana Jordan, MD PhD, Barbara Wilson Associate Professor of Psychiatry, NYU Grossman School of Medicine & REACH 2.0 Medical Director, on receiving the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) – the highest honor bestowed by the U.S. government on outstanding early-career scientists and engineers. Established by President Clinton in 1996, this award recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional potential for leadership in their fields.
Join us in celebrating these milestones and envisioning a future of excellence and equity in academic addiction medicine! Learn more about ACAAM's mission.
We are excited to introduce the newest members of the ACAAM 2025-2026 Board of Directors: Julie M. Byler, DO, Christopher C. Holden, MD, and Camille Robinson, MD MPH. These accomplished leaders bring invaluable experience and a shared commitment to advancing addiction medicine.
The 2025 National Addiction Medicine Didactic Sessions are starting next week on January 15, from 2-4 pm ET, and running through mid-May. This series is your chance to stay at the forefront of addiction medicine with expert-led virtual discussions that cover essential topics and emerging trends.
January marks the inaugural Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month—a nationwide initiative led by the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment at SAMHSA. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about the effectiveness of evidence-based treatments and breaking down the barriers to recovery.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) has announced a new funding opportunity to support Addiction Medicine Fellowship (AMF) and Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship (APF) programs. With approximately $23 million available for 28 awardees over a five year period, this initiative aims to increase the number of specialists working in underserved, community-based settings integrating primary care, mental health, and substance use disorder services.
Eligible applicants:
As we reflect on a a year filled with gratitude, we want to thank our 2024 ACAAM Member Volunteers for their steadfast commitment to advancing the field of addiction medicine.
We are also excited to welcome new voices to our Community— dedicated Committee and Community Volunteers, as well as our Members of the Board of Directors—who bring fresh ideas and perspectives to shape the future of our field.
ACAAM Fellows, enhance your training in adolescent substance use care with a one-week Pediatric Addiction Medicine Rotation at Boston Children’s Hospital. This immersive program includes 16 hours of clinical telehealth with a multidisciplinary team, virtual rounds, research meetings, and access to valuable educational resources.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain specialized skills in a unique, supportive environment. Spots are limited—learn more and apply today!
As National Addiction Treatment Week (October 21-25, 2024) comes to a close, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to every clinician, counselor, and professional committed to treating patients affected by addiction. This week, we joined ASAM to emphasize that addiction is a treatable disease, not a moral failing.
If you missed any of this week’s resources, explore highlights such as:
The ACAAM Call for Awards is open until Tuesday, October 8! Nominate an ACAAM member who has demonstrated outstanding contributions to academic addiction medicine in education, clinical care, research, or policy. The prestigious Kevin B. Kunz Award will be presented at the Virtual ACAAM Awards Recognition Event on June 4, 2025.
Award recipients will receive a personalized award and have the opportunity to give an acceptance speech, highlighting their achievements and impact on the field.
Applications open: July 18, 2024
Deadline for applications: August 30, 2024, Noon CT
Compensation: $2000 USD
Duration: October 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025 (approximately 5 hours per month)
Open to: Addiction Medicine fellows
The Grayken Center for Addiction at Boston Medical Center’s Alcohol, Other Drugs, and Health: Current Evidence (AOD Health) & the American College of Academic Addiction Medicine (ACAAM) seek applications from addiction medicine fellows for our Rich Saitz Addiction Medicine Editorial Internship. Qualified applicants will have strong English-language writing skills and an interest in addiction medicine publishing and critical appraisal of the peer-reviewed literature. Editorial interns will be mentored by senior addiction medicine faculty to gain experience in rigorous review of the addiction medicine literature and the field of academic publishing. This experience will serve as a launching point for an addiction medicine fellow to take on future roles in editing and publishing in the field of addiction medicine. The editorial internship is directed by Dr Darius Rastegar (Johns Hopkins Medicine).
We are thrilled to launch the first virtual session of our new ACAAM Faculty Development Series, "Decoding the ACGME Alphabet Soup of Running a Fellowship," on August 7 at 3 pm ET. Led by Claudia Moore, MD, and Kenneth Zoucha, MD, from the University of Nebraska, this session will delve into best practices and guidelines for addiction medicine fellowships. It's designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to excel in program leadership and ensure compliance.
This exclusive education offering, free for ACAAM members, includes:
On June 5, 2024, ACAAM hosted the 5th Annual Addiction Medicine Fellow Virtual Graduation to honor the Class of 2024. Over 200 graduates were called out by name as they crossed the virtual stage. George Koob, PhD, Director, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism and Nora Volkow, MD, Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, gave the commencement remarks. New this year, the graduation event included recognition of the 2024 ACAAM Award recipients, James F. Callahan, DPA and Richard Saitz, MD MPH FACP DFASAM (posthumously).
Alexander Y. Walley, MD MSc, ACAAM President, welcomed everyone to ACAAM's most favorite annual event. The event began with recognition of the 2024 award recipients announced by Jeanette M. Tetrault, MD, ACAAM Immediate Past President and Awards Committee Chair. For award recipient bios and acceptance remarks, refer to the 'Highlights' section below.
We look forward to seeing you virtually next week!
All ACAAM members have received an email with the Zoom link, make sure to access the event using that link on May 15. It will also be included in the upcoming ACAAM Weekly Digest.
