Academy of Distinguished Medical Educators
The Academy of Distinguished Medical Educators was founded in 2006 by Deans James Madara and Holly J. Humphrey to support and promote research, innovation, and scholarship in medical education at the University of Chicago. The Academy is led by H. Barrett Fromme, MD, MHPE, Professor of Pediatrics and Associate Dean for Faculty Development in Medical Education.
In addition to hosting Medical Education Conference, the Academy sponsors faculty development workshops throughout the year and funds scholarship in medical education.
Learn more about our Faculty Development Opportunities here.
Core Mission
The core missions of the Academy are:
- Promote excellence in teaching across the continuum of medical education.
- Support scholarship among medical educators.
- Enhance the Pritzker curriculum by supporting, recognizing and rewarding its outstanding teachers.
- Build community among medical educators in the Pritzker School of Medicine.
- Facilitate the creation of an environment that enhances the status of medical educators at the University of Chicago.
Medical Education Conference 2027
Save the Date for the
18th Annual ADME Medical Education Conference:
Wednesday February 10th and Thursday February 11th 2027
Annually, the Academy of Distinguished Medical Educators supports the Medical Education Conference, an two-day event event that showcases advancements and studies in medical education at the University of Chicago. Throughout the conference there will be a Keynote address, a plenary session, and an ADME induction ceremony of the new members of the Academy with a poster session reception.
For the most up to date information, please visit our Medical Education Conference website. Registration Link and schedule for the 2027 Medical Education Conference coming soon.
