AACPM Response to COVID -19
The American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine (AACPM) continues to monitor guidance from federal, state, and local health agencies as it relates to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Find information and updates from AACPM below.
AACPM Operations
The AACPM is fully operational and continues to provide services in support of its colleges, teaching hospitals and their students and residents. We continue to monitor guidance from federal, state, and local health agencies regarding coronavirus (COVID-19). We will update this page as more information becomes available.
Prospective Students
AACPM recognizes all students are impacted by COVID-19 right now. We are working closely with AACPMAS, our colleges and other relevant partners to ensure we provide transparent and timely communication. If you have a specific question about how COVID-19 may impact your ability to apply, interview or matriculate into a college of podiatric medicine this fall or for a future class, we encourage you to visit these resources:
For information on coronavirus and the MCAT exam
To apply to podiatric medical college visit the American Association of Colleges of Podiatric Medicine Application Service (AACPMAS)
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CPME Modifies MAV in Response to Coronavirus
Effective March 30, 2020, CPME has decreased the required MAVs (minimum activity volume) by 15% for all categories, allowing residents with excess volume in surgical categories 4 (Other Osseous Foot Surgery) and 5 (Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle) to be utilized to supplement lower volume in categories 1-3 (Digital, First Ray, and Other Soft Tissue Foot Surgery) and waive the diversity requirements for residents completing training in 2020. This temporary reduction in MAVs is based on the fact that the effects of COVID-19 will be in effect for at least four of the required 36-months of training in a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR).
CPME’s full updated “Guidance on COVID-19 for Residency and Fellowship Education” is here.
To access CASPRweb.