What Program Outcomes and Trends Should PEC Actually Track

What should Program Evaluation Committees actually be tracking? In this episode of GME Compass, we break down a common challenge facing residency and fellowship programs: collecting large amounts of data without always knowing which outcomes and trends are truly meaningful for continuous improvement and ACGME compliance. We discuss how PECs can move beyond “checking boxes” and begin tracking data that actually tells the story of program performance, resident experience, educational effectiveness, and operational health. Topics discussed include: • ACGME Common Program Requirement expectations related to PEC oversight • The difference between collecting data vs identifying meaningful trends • Which outcomes programs should consistently monitor • How to connect PEC discussions to actionable improvement plans • Creating sustainable tracking systems that support accreditation readiness year-round • Why strong programs focus on operational insight — not just documentation Whether you are a Program Coordinator, Program Manager, Program Director, APD, or GME Leader, this episode is designed to help your PEC function more strategically and intentionally. At GME Compass, our goal is to help programs build sustainable systems, reduce operational overwhelm, and strengthen accreditation readiness through practical education and professional development. If you found this video helpful: 👍 Like the video 💬 Share your PEC tracking strategies in the comments 📌 Subscribe for new GME education content every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Follow GME Compass for more resources and discussions: Instagram: @gmecompass LinkedIn: GME Compass #GME #GraduateMedicalEducation #ACGME #ProgramEvaluationCommittee #PEC #ResidencyProgram #ProgramCoordinator #MedicalEducation #GMETwitter #ResidencyLeadership #ProgramImprovement #Accreditation #MedicalResidency #GMECompass