Do I need to be an ACP member to submit an Abstract?
Yes, all first authors (submitting author) must be ACP Medical Student, Resident/Fellow, or Early Career Physician members in good standing (dues paid) to submit an abstract. In addition, Transitional Medical Graduate Members can submit to the Resident/Fellow competitions. You must have an active ACP membership at the time of submission. You may not submit using someone else's ACP membership number. As the submitting author, you will be considered the primary author. This means that you (the submitting author) will be invited to advance to the Internal Medicine Meeting if you are selected as a podium winner or a poster finalist. The ACP will not allow co-authors to present in your place if you cannot attend the meeting. Any member deviating from these guidelines will be disqualified.
How do I become an ACP member?
You can complete an online application. Please note, you will receive an ACP membership number upon a successful application submission. However, applications can take a few days to process before you have a valid membership to submit an abstract. Join early to avoid missing the deadline.
How do I check on my ACP membership status?
Contact us at 800-ACP-1915 or 215-351-2600 or e-mail/online at www.acponline.org/contact.
When is the deadline for submission?
The deadline to submit an abstract for the 2024-25 National Abstract Competitions is Monday, December 2, 2024, 11:59 PM ET.
What is the word limit for submitting abstracts?
The document blocks for the abstract text will accept approximately 500 words. Please note, the word limit DOES NOT include the title, authors, or reference blocks.
Can I include images with my abstract?
No, the electronic abstract system will only accept text; therefore, images are not permitted.
How many abstracts can I submit?
Medical Students, Transitional Medical Graduates, and Resident/Fellows can submit up to a total of seven abstracts; two abstracts to the Clinical Vignette Competition and one abstract to each of the Research Competitions: Basic Research, Clinical Research, High Value Care, Quality Improvement-Patient Safety, and Physician Well-being and Professional Fulfillment.
Early Career Physicians can submit one abstract per category: Clinical Research, High Value Care, Quality Improvement/Patient Safety, Professional Well-being and Professional Fulfillment, and Clinical Vignette.
What do I do if I'm having trouble logging into the Abstract Portal?
You can reset your password here or call us at 800-ACP-1915 or 215-351-2600 or email/online at www.acponline.org/contact.
What if I forgot my username and/or password?
You can reset your password here.
Will I be notified that my abstract has been submitted successfully?
Yes, you will receive an e-mail notification that your abstract has been submitted successfully.
Can I make changes/corrections to my submitted abstract?
Yes, you can modify your abstract up until the abstract deadline. Be sure to save the changes before exiting the system.
How do I withdraw an abstract after it has been submitted?
Log in to the abstracts portal and hit the withdrawal button.
When will I be notified of the results?
The submitting author will be notified via email between February 5 - 7, 2025.
When and where will the meeting take place?
The will take place April 3 – 5, 2025 in New Orleans, LA.
By submitting my abstract to the National Competitions, does that automatically include me in my local Chapter Competitions?
No, you must submit your abstract separately to the National Competitions and your local Chapter Competitions. To find out more information, please visit your local chapter website.
Whom can I contact if I have questions about local ACP chapters abstract competitions?
For information on local abstract competitions, visit your Chapter Web site, or contact your ACP Governor.
Whom can I contact if I have questions about the National ACP Abstract Competition?
E-mail questions to abstracts@acponline.org.