Educators are at the heart of academic medicine’s future. The Educator Journey Path is designed to support faculty, instructors, professional staff, and academic mentors who are dedicated to advancing teaching innovation, deepening learner engagement, and strengthening educational scholarship. This curated track highlights programming and networking opportunities that elevate the critical role educators play across the academic continuum. By following this journey path, attendees will explore emerging trends, exchange ideas with peers, and gain practical strategies to enhance their impact in the classroom, clinic, and beyond. 

While these recommended sessions align with the educator experience, you’re encouraged to explore the full program and add sessions that match your interests and goals when you register.

Engaging Medical Students in Leadership: Strategies for High-Impact Programs
Nov. 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Expanding the Institutional Reach and Impact of Faculty Development: Helping Systems Solve Problems
Nov. 2, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Evaluating and Improving Assessment Practices to Enhance Learning
Nov. 2, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Addressing Compensation, Productivity Expectations, and Faculty Burnout
Nov. 3, 10:15-11:15 a.m. 

Medical Educator Portfolio: What Is It? Why Do I Need One? How Do I Find the Time?
Nov. 3, 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Research in Medical Education (RIME) Address
Nov. 4, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Innovative Approaches for Reducing Disparities in Grading and Evaluation
Nov. 5, 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Supporting Professional Identity Formation of the Medical Educator Across the Continuum
Nov. 5, 10-11 a.m.

‘Welcome to San Antonio’ Opening Reception
Nov. 1, 6-7:30 p.m.

Jump-Start Continental Breakfast With Networking
Nov. 2, 7:15-8:15 a.m.

Focused Discussions With Lunch
Nov. 2, 11:45 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Medical Education 'Posters Up and Wine Down' Reception
Nov. 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Daily Doses
Nov. 2-4