IMACH Academy: lifelong learning in metabolic care.
A structured platform for continuous professional development — from foundational updates to advanced, competency-based programmes.
Overview
Metabolic medicine evolves quickly. New drug classes, technologies and guidelines arrive every year, and clinicians need reliable, practical and independent education to keep pace. The IMACH Academy aims to provide that through a structured curriculum aligned to our ten therapy areas.
Programmes are designed for the full multidisciplinary team — physicians, specialists, general practitioners, nurses, educators, dietitians and pharmacists — and combine expert lectures with case-based, interactive learning.
Learning formats
Scientific conferences
National and international meetings bringing together leading faculty.
CME programmes
Accredited continuing medical education sessions (accreditation subject to the relevant councils).
Clinical masterclasses
In-depth, small-group sessions on complex topics.
Specialist workshops
Hands-on skills: CGM interpretation, foot examination, BP measurement, elastography.
Fellowships
Advanced learning programmes for clinicians seeking deeper expertise.
Certification
Competency-based certificate courses in priority areas.
Case-based discussions
Real-world cases presented and discussed by multidisciplinary panels.
Webinars & symposia
Expert-led online sessions accessible across regions.
Digital library
Recorded lectures and learning resources available on demand.
Curriculum by therapy area
Academy content is organised around IMACH’s therapy areas so that learners can build structured expertise.
| Therapy area | Example learning topics |
|---|---|
| Diabetes & Its Complications | Therapy selection, insulin optimisation, CGM, complication screening |
| Cardiometabolic Health | Global risk assessment, insulin resistance, outcome trials |
| Lipids & ASCVD | LDL targets, Lp(a), FH, combination therapy |
| Hypertension & Heart Failure | BP measurement, resistant hypertension, HFpEF |
| Obesity | Obesity staging, pharmacotherapy, bariatric follow-up |
| MASLD & Gut Health | FIB-4, elastography, gut–liver axis |
| Kidney Health | eGFR/UACR, kidney-protective therapy, safe prescribing |
| Women’s Health & PMOS | PMOS, GDM, menopause |
| Endocrine, Bone & Ageing | Secondary hypertension, osteoporosis, frailty |
| Nutrition & Prevention | Nutrition therapy, check-ups, sleep apnoea |
Learning levels
Foundation
Core concepts and guideline essentials for all clinicians.
Practitioner
Applied, case-based learning for routine practice.
Advanced
Complex cases, emerging evidence and specialist skills.
Expert & faculty
Teaching, consensus development and research leadership.
Faculty
Academy programmes are led by experienced clinicians and researchers from across specialties, including members of the IMACH leadership and expert panel. Clinicians interested in teaching can express interest through the contact form.
How to participate
- Become an IMACH member for priority access and member rates
- Follow the Events page for upcoming programmes
- Institutions can host Academy programmes — see Partnerships
- Suggest a topic through the Contact page
Start learning with IMACH.
Members receive priority access to Academy programmes.