The past year has underscored the major impact of federal and state policies on academic medicine and the health of our communities. The Policy Journey Path is designed for leaders and individuals who advocate on behalf of their institutions, physicians and learners, and the patients and communities they serve. This curated track offers opportunities to gain insights into pressing issues, explore effective advocacy strategies for lasting impact, connect with advocacy peers, and engage in solution-focused conversations.

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

Advancing Federal Health Advocacy Priorities Within the Academic Medicine Community
Nov. 2, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

From Statistics to Storytelling: Showing Policymakers the Impact of Academic Medicine
Nov. 2, 1:15-2:15 p.m. 

How U.S. Medical Schools are Integrating Climate Change in their Medical Student Curricula
Nov. 2, 3-4 p.m. 

Navigating State Health Advocacy: The Power of Partnerships
Nov. 2, 3-4 p.m. 

Optimizing the Nation’s Medical Research Enterprise: Reimagining NIH
Nov. 2, 3-4 p.m. 

The AAMC Annual Washington Update 2025
Nov. 3, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Algorithms and Advocacy: Navigating AI in Federal & State Health Care Policy
Nov. 3, 1:45-2:45 p.m. 

Navigating Federal Immigration Policies: Supporting Learners and Strengthening the Health Workforce
Nov. 3, 1:45-2:45 p.m. 

Regulatory Roundup: Update on Federal Regulations Impacting Academic Health Systems
Nov. 3, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Knowledge Sharing - Hot Topics in Policy and Advocacy
Nov. 3, 5-6:30 p.m.

Medicaid Matters: The Role of Academic Medicine in Our Nation’s Health Care Safety Net
Nov. 4, 10:15-11:15 a.m.

Advancing Veterans Research: Academic Medicine’s Vital Role in the VA Research Enterprise
Nov. 4, 2-3 p.m.

Navigating the Impact of State-Level Abortion Restrictions on the Physician Workforce
Nov. 4, 2-3 p.m.

Engaging in Student Financial Aid Advocacy: Your Role in Empowering Future Physicians
Nov. 4, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

First-Time Attendees Meet and Greet
Nov. 1, 4:30-5:30 p.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.

Daily Doses
Nov. 2-4