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Anchored in Purpose: Joining the GME Community at AIAMC 2026
Germane Solutions is thrilled to announce our attendance at the AIAMC 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place April 16-18 in Carlsbad, California. This year’s theme, “ Anchored in Purpose: Leading Through Uncertainty with Compassion and Courage,” reflects a timely and important conversation across Academic Medicine and Graduate Medical Education (GME). As healthcare continues to evolve, GME leaders are navigating increasing complexity across workforce demands, regulatory expectat
Susan Hearn-Stiffler
11 hours ago2 min read


National Physician Week: Reflecting on the Role and Impact of Physicians in Our Communities
During National Physician Week and National Doctors’ Day, Germane Solutions recognizes all physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for others. Every day, physicians serve as trusted partners in the health and well-being of their communities, guiding patients through complex health decisions, delivering compassionate care, and providing leadership within the healthcare system. The role of a physician extends far beyond clinical expertise. Physicians are often a steady
Susan Hearn-Stiffler
Mar 243 min read


SOAP Week: A Strategic Moment for GME Leaders
As Match Week begins, many Graduate Medical Education programs find themselves navigating one of the most intense and time-sensitive periods of the academic year. When programs do not fill all available positions through the Match algorithm, the Supplemental Offer and Acceptance Program (SOAP) allows programs with unfilled residency positions to offer them to eligible, unmatched applicants during Match Week. While SOAP is often associated with uncertainty, it is also an estab
Courtney Matteson
Mar 132 min read


Supporting Your Educators: A Strategic Approach to Faculty Development
Faculty development plays a critical role in Graduate Medical Education (GME), but turning that priority into a structured, sustainable plan can be challenging. Strong faculty support directly impacts resident learning, accreditation outcomes, and the overall culture of a program. Still, many institutions find themselves asking a familiar question: Where do we begin? At Germane Solutions, we work with GME programs of all sizes, specialties, and stages of development to buil
Amber Lebowski, MHA
Mar 23 min read
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