Applying for Membership in the Academy

The AEE Membership Committee oversees all aspects of membership including membership application and selection. The Membership Committee solicits applications annually. 

The 2026 AEE New Member Application is now open! Application is a two-step process.  

  • The deadline for submitting Step 1 is Monday, Dec. 22, 2025 by 5 p.m. (CST).
  • The deadline for submitting Step 2 (if requested) is Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 by 5 p.m. (CST).

For anyone interested in learning more about the AEE and the new member application process, there will be a virtual coffee chat hosted by Membership Committee Chair, Daniel Dulek, MD, on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 7-8 a.m. If you would like to attend, contact Aidan Hoyal (aidan.hoyal@vumc.org). 

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