The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is accepting proposals for its 2027 stakeholder conference, Transition to Residency: Conversations Across the Medical Education Continuum, occurring September 25-26 in New Orleans.
Submission Deadline: December 15, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
The National Resident Matching Program® (NRMP®) is hosting its Transition to Residency stakeholder conference in New Orleans ("The Big Easy")!
We welcome learners, undergraduate and graduate medical educators, national organization leadership, and other stakeholders who are motivated to convene, share ideas, and engage in robust conversations about ways to strengthen the foundations of learning for young physicians and better prepare them for practice.
The NRMP Transition to Residency Conference is the premier venue for bringing together learners, educators, advisors, program leaders, and policymakers to help shape the future of the transition to residency.
This site will be updated regularly with information about the meeting program and speakers.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
Transition to Residency meeting attendees can expect to dive into content designed to
Highlight the role of the NRMP in the transition to residency, reflecting on critical issues related to the transition, future physician workforce, and population health.
Tackle important themes in the transition, showcasing collaborations, initiatives, and research.
Provide opportunities for learners and medical education leaders to network and engage in conversations that improve understanding of the transition to residency.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The target audience for this meeting includes GME leadership, medical school leadership, and physician trainees. Others interested in medical education and physician workforce issues also are welcome.
TOP REASONS TO ATTEND THE NRMP TRANSITION TO RESIDENCY CONFERENCE
Engaging Conversations Across the Continuum
NRMP conferences bring together medical school leaders, residency program representatives, and learners who share their insights about the transition to residency. The “across the aisle” discussions that result are consistently ranked among the most valuable aspects of the meeting, offering fresh insights and a deeper understanding of each stakeholder's role in medical education.
Broad Perspectives on the Transition to Residency
Conference content spans the full undergraduate and graduate medical education continuum, exploring topics that shape the future of physician training. Previous meetings have addressed holistic review, preference signaling, ranking practices, medical licensure, resident unionization, emerging technologies, and workforce trends, each of which provided attendees with opportunities to learn, collaborate, and contribute to ongoing innovation.
Insights from Leading Voices in Medical Education
Attendees gain access to respected thought leaders who share perspectives on emerging issues affecting medical education, clinical practice, and the physician workforce. Speakers have included researchers, policymakers, physicians, authors, and innovators discussing topics ranging from workforce planning and GME transformation to artificial intelligence and healthcare policy.
Direct Access to NRMP Leadership and Expertise
The conference provides multiple opportunities to engage with NRMP leadership and staff through forums, breakout sessions, tabletop discussions, and hands-on demonstrations. Whether exploring Match-related initiatives, discussing current challenges, or learning more about the R3 system, attendees can connect directly with the people behind The Match.
Experience New Orleans
This year’s conference is set in the vibrant city of New Orleans, combining meaningful professional development with an unforgettable destination. Attendees can enjoy the city's renowned culture, cuisine, music, and history while connecting with colleagues from across the medical education community.
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