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Member Connection Newsletter | November 2025
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Congratulations 2026 ACMT Recognition Awards Recipients!
ACMT is pleased to announce the 2026 recipients for outstanding contributions to medical toxicology research, education, and service to the College. We will formally honor these members during the Member Meeting and Awards Ceremony at our Annual Scientific Meeting in Boston, in March!
Outstanding Contributions to Medical Toxicology Education:
Christopher P. Holstege, MD
University Medical Center, VA, USA
Outstanding Contributions to Medical Toxicology Research:
Nick Buckley, MD, FRACP
University of Sydney, Australia
Outstanding Service to the College:
Missouri College of Emergency Physicians, MO, USA
Submit Abstracts for #ACMT2026
Abstract Submissions DUE by November 15, 2025
Showcase your research and advance the field of Medical Toxicology! The ACMT Research Committee welcomes all types of original research of interest to medical toxicologists and their patients. Our goal is to enrich the attendee experience by offering presentations that share the latest science and clinical practices from the front lines of medical toxicology.
Abstracts will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on content, available space, and overall program balance. All authors will be notified via email in mid-December.
Join ACMT for the 2026 ACMT Seminar in Forensic Toxicology: Complexities in Testing, Interpretation, Litigation, and Expert Testimony, a two-day live virtual event on January 20-21, 2026, created in partnership with The Center for Forensic Science Research & Education (CFSRE).
Designed for forensic toxicologists, physicians, pharmacists, laboratorians, medical examiners, attorneys, and trainees, this seminar explores the intersection of science, medicine, and law. Learn to navigate Frye and Daubert standards, evaluate emerging substances like kratom and xylazine, and gain practical strategies for interpreting evidence, preparing testimony, and building your consulting practice.
Registration includes access to the live events, 90-day on-demand recordings, speaker slides, and up to 13.0 continuing education credits for Physicians and Pharmacists.
The October Issue of the Journal of Medical Toxicology is out!
Check out the Volume 21, Issue 4 of the Journal of Medical Toxicology for all the latest in toxicology research. Highlights within this issue include new snakebite research and a must-read commentary on patient-centered outcomes research from ACMT.
Member News
ACMT Presents at SOFT 2025
ACMT ToxIC Research Director, Rachel Culbreth, PhD, and ACMT Executive Director Paul Wax, MD, FACMT joined forces with Alex Krutulski, PhD, Briana Stang, and Sarah Walton from the Center for Forensic Science, Research and Education (CFSRE) to deliver a 4 hour symposium at the Society of Forensic Toxicology (SOFT) annual meeting in Portland, Oregon on October 28, 2025. The title of their presentation was “Uniting Forensic Toxicology and Medical Toxicology to Implement the Drug Overdose Toxico-Surveillance (DOTS) Reporting Program.”
The workshop highlighted the integration of clinical and laboratory data from DOTS including self-reported data of what patients thought they took that led to their overdose as well as the interpretation of quantitative drug levels.
Tox in Ten - ACMT Highlights Episode 67:
Psychedelics and Palliative Medicine
In this episode Dr. Gillian Beauchamp sits down with Dr. Benjamin Hatten to discuss the potential role of psychedelics in palliative care medicine. Specifically data that shows improved outcomes in individuals who experience psychological stress related to a terminal or life limiting illness that is refractory to more traditional treatments such as antidepressants.
ToxIC Publication: Opioid Intentional Overdose
The ACMT ToxIC team published a new article, “Level of care following suspected opioid or stimulant overdose with self-harm intent” in The American Journal of Emergency Medicine. This study, led by toxicologist Dr. Dan McCabe from Detroit Medical Center, found that patients who intentionally overdosed on opioids, such as fentanyl, are more likely to be admitted to the hospital rather than discharged from the emergency department, highlighting the need for standardized, equitable disposition strategies that consider both medical and psychiatric needs.
The ToxIC NOSE: Report #19 from ToxIC’s Rapid Response Program for Emerging Drugs of Abuse
A new brief from the ToxIC Novel Opioid and Stimulant Exposure (aka NOSE) Project highlights a major concern: Wasping.
The NOSE Project enhances surveillance of emerging opioids and psychostimulants encountered by medical toxicologists in the field. These quarterly reports feature case highlights and trend analyses to inform ACMT members and the Opioid Response Network (ORN) of evolving threats in the drug supply.
Leveling Up at Work!
ACMT recently sent Sarah Corrodino, Logistics Manager, and Rebecca Weinstein, Director of Membership and Communications, to the HERe Conference, presented by HFMA — an inspiring event designed to support women working in healthcare, admin, and finance.
Professional development is a core pillar of ACMT’s mission — not only for our members, but also for our staff. We’re committed to creating opportunities for growth, connection, and leadership at every level of our organization.
Exciting Changes Coming to ACMT's Technology!
We’re thrilled to share that ACMT is making important upgrades to streamline and improve your experience with our technology. As part of this effort, we’ll be transitioning from ACMT Connect to a new, integrated internal community. While ACMT Connect will be replaced, the Learning Center will still be available, and everything will be interconnected for easier access to the journal, resources, and more.
At this time, no action is required on your part. We just wanted to keep you informed of what’s coming and thank you for your continued engagement.
Opportunities & Deadlines
COMING SOON:
Psychedelics Seminar On Demand
We’re sorry we missed you at our psychedelics seminar, but that doesn’t mean you can’t access all the great content from the course! The on-demand version of the seminar will be available on the ACMT Learning Center soon.
Giving Feels Good. So Does Winning!
New this year, support the MTF's 2025 Annual Campaign, and for every $100 you donate, you’ll receive one entry to win YOUR CHOICE of:
One Year of ACMT Membership
One Registration for #ACMT2026
$250 in Visa Gift Cards!
Five lucky winners will be announced on January 9, 2026. If you've already donated this year, don't worry we've got you covered and your entries are in!
Thank you for supporting the advancement of knowledge and training in medical toxicology through the MTF's travel awards, research grants, and educational opportunities!
MedTox Job Board
Assistant Professor Term Emergency Medicine, Toxicology
Location: University of Louisville School of Medicine
Assistant Professor Toxicology, Emergency Medicine
Location: McGovern Medical School
Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine
Location: Washington University in St. Louis
Medical Toxicologist/Emergency Medicine Physician
Location: Prisma Health, Greenville, South Carolina
If you are interested in posting to this board, please fill out the post request form.
Questions? Contact us at info@acmt.net
