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Strategic Plan

Advancing women's health through Osteopathic medicine.

Five pillars guide the College's growth, influence, and mission over the next three years.

The American College of Osteopathic Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOOG) 2025–2027 Strategic Plan sets five core pillars to direct the College's growth, influence, and mission. Each pillar carries a clear objective and targeted actions that drive measurable outcomes across the three-year period.

Strategic Pillars

1

Membership Growth and Engagement

Increase membership by 25% within five years.

Actions

✓ Strengthen outreach to medical students and residents through structured mentorship programs and partnerships with program directors.
✓ Build a database to analyze member demographics and engagement.
✓ Run a membership branding campaign that highlights ACOOG's value in networking, CME, and advocacy.
2

Advocacy and Influence

Raise ACOOG's visibility and impact in women's health policy.

Actions

✓ Partner with organizations such as ACOG, AAGL, and AIUM to widen influence and advocacy efforts.
✓ Form a task force for legislative issues, including reproductive rights and patient advocacy.
✓ Establish a stronger presence at osteopathic medical schools to connect with future health leaders.
3

Mentorship and Professional Development

Build a mentorship pipeline that supports every career stage.

Actions

✓ Develop structured mentorship councils that pair students and residents with experienced practitioners.
✓ Host annual retreats for program directors to drive collaboration and promote ACOOG resources.
✓ Create leadership development programs built for early-career physicians.
4

Technology and Innovation

Modernize communication and education platforms to improve access and reach.

Actions

✓ Rebuild ACOOG's website for intuitive navigation and accessibility.
✓ Expand hybrid CME offerings and add AI-driven learning analytics.
✓ Launch a mentorship training portal with interactive tools and resources.
5

Cultural and Organizational Growth

Foster inclusivity, collaboration, and organizational adaptability.

Actions

✓ Promote diversity in leadership to reflect member demographics.
✓ Balance traditional values with new practices to engage younger members.
✓ Clarify ACOOG's organizational identity through targeted communication and branding.

Key Performance Indicators

Membership

Percentage increase and demographics, event attendance, CME usage.

Mentorship

Participation rates, program director engagement, candidate conversion to full members, early-career volunteering.

Advocacy

Partnership count and outcomes, legislative wins.

Culture

Representation across leadership roles.

Technology

Website traffic, member feedback on tools, social metrics.

ACOOG Strategic Plan 2025–2027

Lifelong learning in women's health.