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Dr. Lewis E. Braverman Endocrinology Fellow-in-Training Travel Grant — 2024 Application

The application for our 2024 Dr. Lewis E. Braverman Endocrinology Fellow-in-Training Travel Grant is closed. This one-of-a-kind grant was established in 2017 and honors Dr. Lewis E. Braverman while supporting the educational activities of endocrinology fellows. Dr. Braverman had a passion for mentoring fellows, students and junior faculty, and dedicated more than 50 years of service to educating them. He was of exemplary service to AACE, and will be remembered for his dedication to the specialty. This educational grant provides a unique educational… more

The Lowdown on Low Blood Sugar Campaign

Hypoglycemia causes approximately 100,000 emergency room visits each year in the U.S. It is crucial that health care providers speak to their patients with diabetes about signs, risk factors and actions to take during a low blood sugar emergency. To heighten awareness of hypoglycemia, AACE is excited to announce The Lowdown on Low Blood Sugar campaign. The campaign will provide digital resources that spotlight hypoglycemia risk and preparedness tips for both people at risk and their caregivers. Encourage your patients to visit bloodsugarlows.com to explore… more

U.S. President Takes Action to Lower Drug Prices for Americans

  Today, U.S. President Donald Trump signed four executive orders aimed at lowering the prices Americans pay for prescription drugs. The orders direct the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to take several steps to deliver for American patients lower costs on prescription drugs, including insulin and epinephrine, and ensure patients are getting the lowest price possible. According to the Associated Press, the four orders would:
  • Allow states, wholesalers and pharmacies to…
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COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Declaration Extended Another 90 Days

The COVID-19 public health emergency declaration has officially been extended for another 90 days by Health and Human Services. Secretary Alex Azar endorsed the renewal on July 23, just before it was set to expire July 25.    more

AACE Policy Statement: Access to Diabetes Medication and Technology

Authors: Rebecca J Morey, MD; Adegbenga Bolanle Ademolu, MBBS; Joseph A Aloi, MD; Pavan Chava, DO; Armand Krikorian, MD; Ralph Schmeltz, MD; Shehzad Topiwala, MD; Janet B McGill, MD BACKGROUND Diabetes mellitus is a common, chronic disease affecting over 30 million Americans.[1] Approximately 5 – 10% of Americans with diabetes have type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), which may develop anytime from early childhood through adulthood and require adequate insulin therapy to survive. About 90% of Americans with diabetes have type 2… more

2021 FACE Application Period is Open Through November 2

Distinguish yourself as a leader in the endocrine field by becoming a Fellow of the American College of Endocrinology (FACE).  FACE application is open to all AACE members in good standing. Eligible candidates must meet criteria set forth by the FACE Application Committee.  Applications will only be accepted online. Only AACE members will be able to complete and submit their FACE applications. Make sure you are logged in to your AACE user account in order to… more

AACE - Leadership in Action

AACE is fortunate to have talented, dedicated volunteers willing to serve on boards and committees. They contribute to the organization and the future of endocrinology and benefit the profession immeasurably. Officers of the AACE Board of Directors The officers of the Board of Directors ensure that AACE is meeting its goals and fulfilling its commitment to its members. READ MORE AACE Board of Directors AACE is led by committed physicians who volunteer their time to advance the profession and the study of endocrinology… more

4 ways you can learn about the new 2020 Postmenopausal Osteoporosis Guidelines

  By now you have likely heard about the new updated guidelines for postmenopausal osteoporosis released from AACE earlier this summer, and if you haven’t had the chance to study them yet, you’re in luck. Here is a round-up of four different online courses you can take now that will walk you through the guidelines and help you apply them to your practice. And as a bonus, two of them are free!  
  1. 2020 AACE Postmenopausal Osteoporosis: Applying Principles to Practice
    • The course title says it all – this option will teach you how to…
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New Direct-to-Patient Pharmacy Program Helps Abbvie Provide Thyroid Patients Better Access to Synthroid

AbbVie has launched a new SYNTHROID DELIVERS PROGRAM, a direct-to-patient pharmacy program that offers patients a cash-pay option to receive Synthroid consistently and conveniently. When HCPs choose Synthroid for their patients, the Synthroid Delivers Program will help patients receive brand name Synthroid every time, and at a consistent price. This patient access program is a simple cash program which offers price assurance (patients pay just $25 a month with a 90-day prescription, additional pricing is available for 30-day and 60-day prescriptions), no hassles insurance coverage,… more

AACE Officers

The AACE Board of Directors consists of leaders in the endocrine field who have been elected to serve the organization. Their guidance and dedication are invaluable to AACE and its members. PresidentScott D. Isaacs, MD, FACP, FACE President ElectDace L. Trence, MD, MACE TreasurerLeslie S. Eldeiry, MD, ECNU, FACE SecretaryKenneth E. Izuora, MD, MBA, FACE Immediate Past PresidentSusan L. Samson, MD, PhD, FRCPC, FACE more