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    The goal of the Medical Education Leadership Academy (MELA) is to create an environment that fosters the career development of a diverse community of nationally recognized leaders in medical education.

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    Nancy Ryan Lowitt, MD, EdM, Faculty Development Fund

    This tribute fund honors the leadership and commitment of Dr. Nancy Lowitt, who was dedicated to career development, diversity, and equity among faculty.

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Office of Faculty Affairs and Professional Development

The University of Maryland School of Medicine (SOM) Office of Faculty Affairs and Professional Development (OFAPD) supports faculty in achieving their career goals. OFAPD is the centralized SOM office for faculty seeking professional development in a variety of topics, whether within the school, on campus, or nationwide. OFAPD also offers annual courses and programs to foster collaboration and to develop faculty in all aspects of their academic pursuits. We provide resources for faculty wellness through EAP. If you have any questions, suggestions, concerns, or ideas for improvement or other needs, please feel free to share your thoughts. Learn more about UMSOM’s mission, vision, and values.

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Skills for Health and Research Professionals (SHARP) Training

Registration is now open for 31 hands-on summer boot camps designed for health and research professionals from any organization and all career stages! Learn immediate take-away skills directly from the experts over one to four days. 

  • All SHARP Trainings are open to individuals from any organization and have limited capacities.
  • Trainings will be offered in-person, livestream virtual, or hybrid (in-person and livestream virtual). The format of each training is different, but all are live courses (not self-paced, pre-recorded).
  • Scholarships are available for most trainings with additional awards depending on training capacity, and we’ve expanded eligibility criteria for Summer 2026. Check our website for more details and apply before March 20!

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Leadership Summit for Women in Academic Medicine & Healthcare

The Leadership Summit for Women is ideal for leaders dedicated to the advancement of women, including faculty and administrators. This summit accelerates the development of leaders through skill-based learning, connection with other leaders in academic medicine and healthcare, and insight from experts on how to successfully lead in today’s complex academic medicine and healthcare environment. The summit is Thursday, April 9, 2026, Novi, MI. 

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University of Maryland School of Medicine Receives Accreditation with Commendation

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We are proud to announce that the University of Maryland School of Medicine has been awarded Accreditation with Commendation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME). This recognition reflects the highest level of achievement and affirms our commitment to delivering exceptional continuing medical education in support of our clinicians, learners, and community.

Contact Us

Office of Faculty Affairs & Professional Development
655 West Baltimore Street #14-015
Baltimore, MD 21201
ofpd@som.umaryland.edu
Telephone: 410-706-3958
Fax: 410-706-3103

Professional Development Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.