The state of GME in California: What we’re hearing from the field
May 21,
2026By Physicians for a Healthy California GME
Across California, graduate medical education (GME) partners are navigating growing workforce demand, limited funding and increasingly complex structural constraints. Recent insights from a Physicians for a Healthy California survey of California GME designated institutional officials found that more than 60% of responding programs want to expand their residency programs.
Additional themes emerging from the survey include:
- Demand for training positions continues to exceed available funding
- Programs are balancing growth with sustainability
- Workforce needs are shifting across both primary care and high-need specialties
These findings underscore the need for sustained investment and coordinated workforce planning across California.
At the upcoming GME Leadership Summit, we’re bringing together leaders from across the state to move these conversations forward grounded in data, informed by experience and focused on solutions.
We’re also proud to feature speakers who are shaping the future of GME through innovation, partnership, and advocacy!
Register now to join the conversation.