Orlando, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/12/2010 -- The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM), the leading academic organization for Urgent Care Medicine which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), has joined the Alliance for CME.

The Alliance for CME is a membership organization that provides professional development opportunities for CME professionals, advocates for CME and the profession, and strives to improve health care outcomes. This mirrors the missions and goals of the AAUCM of bringing change in healthcare provider behavior through innovative educational programs that improve patient care.

The American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine (AAUCM) is a national organization which represents thousands of physicians who practice urgent care medicine in various clinical settings throughout the United States. The purpose of the AAUCM is to contribute to the field of urgent care medicine in the areas of professional growth, scientific and medical research, and medical education, all to improve the overall quality of medical care. Our mission is to advance the profession of urgent care medicine by elevating its standards through education, basic and advanced training, and to encourage physicians to seek board certification in urgent care medicine.

For More Information, Contact:
Cari Withrow
Administrator
American Academy of Urgent Care Medicine
2813 S. Hiawassee Rd., Suite 206
Orlando, FL 32835-6690
407-521-5789
cwithrow@aaucm.org