Cleveland Clinic 38th Annual Intensive Review of Internal Medicine 2026
Comprehensive Internal Medicine Board Review & Clinical Update
The Cleveland Clinic 38th Annual Intensive Review of Internal Medicine 2026 is one of the most comprehensive internal medicine review programs available for physicians preparing for board certification, recertification, or seeking an intensive update on modern clinical practice. Developed and presented by distinguished faculty from Cleveland Clinic, this five-day program provides a systematic, evidence-based review of internal medicine using an organ-system approach that integrates current guidelines, clinical reasoning, board-focused content, pathology, imaging, and case-based learning.
Designed for practicing internists, residents, fellows, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare professionals, the course emphasizes both examination preparation and real-world clinical application. Participants gain access to full recordings of the live symposium, comprehensive board-style practice questions, and expert-led discussions covering the latest developments across the spectrum of adult medicine.
Product Details
- Course: Cleveland Clinic 38th Annual Intensive Review of Internal Medicine 2026
- Provider: Cleveland Clinic
- Format: 5-Day Full Live Course Video Recordings
- Access: Recorded Presentations (Non-CME)
- Includes: Full Video Recordings + 100+ Board-Style Practice Questions
- Question Bank: Intensive Review of Internal Medicine Practice Questions
- Level: Board Review & Advanced Clinical Update
Program Overview
This intensive review course delivers a structured, comprehensive update across all major areas of internal medicine. Using a board-focused curriculum, faculty review essential concepts, emerging therapies, diagnostic advances, and clinical guidelines that are relevant both for examination success and daily patient care.
The program incorporates:
- Organ-system based review
- Board-style clinical reasoning
- Interactive case discussions
- Imaging interpretation
- Pathology review
- Evidence-based medicine updates
- Test-taking strategies
- Self-assessment opportunities
Participants strengthen their knowledge while identifying areas requiring additional study through extensive board-style practice questions and faculty-guided reviews.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Review major advances in internal medicine and apply them to clinical practice.
- Strengthen knowledge of high-yield concepts commonly tested on board examinations.
- Improve diagnostic reasoning through case-based learning.
- Interpret pathology, imaging, and laboratory findings relevant to internal medicine.
- Identify personal strengths and weaknesses across core internal medicine disciplines.
- Enhance examination performance through board-style question practice.
- Apply evidence-based management strategies for common and complex medical conditions.
Core Topics Covered
General Internal Medicine
- Comprehensive adult medicine review
- Evidence-based practice
- Clinical decision-making
- Preventive care
- Diagnostic reasoning
Cardiology
- Coronary artery disease
- Heart failure
- Arrhythmias
- Valvular heart disease
- Hypertension
- Preventive cardiology
Pulmonary Medicine
- COPD
- Asthma
- Interstitial lung disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Sleep disorders
- Critical pulmonary care
Endocrinology
- Diabetes mellitus
- Thyroid disorders
- Pituitary disease
- Adrenal disorders
- Metabolic bone disease
Gastroenterology
- Liver disease
- Pancreatic disorders
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Functional GI disorders
Nephrology
- Acute kidney injury
- Chronic kidney disease
- Electrolyte disorders
- Acid-base abnormalities
- Glomerular disease
Hematology & Oncology
- Anemia
- Coagulation disorders
- Hematologic malignancies
- Solid tumors
- Cancer screening
Infectious Diseases
- Antimicrobial therapy
- HIV medicine
- Opportunistic infections
- Emerging pathogens
- Vaccine recommendations
Rheumatology
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Vasculitis
- Connective tissue disorders
- Crystal arthropathies
- Autoimmune diseases
Neurology
- Stroke
- Seizure disorders
- Dementia
- Movement disorders
- Neuromuscular disease
Geriatrics
- Frailty
- Polypharmacy
- Cognitive disorders
- Functional assessment
- Healthy aging
Board Review Features
A major strength of this course is its intensive board-review format.
Participants receive:
- 100+ Board-Style Questions
- Board Simulation Sessions
- Clinical Case Reviews
- Pathology Correlation
- Imaging Interpretation Sessions
- Test-Taking Strategies
- High-Yield Examination Pearls
- Organ-System Review Framework
The curriculum closely mirrors topics commonly encountered on Internal Medicine Board Certification and Recertification examinations.
Educational Features
✔ Five Full Days of Intensive Review
✔ Comprehensive Organ-System Approach
✔ Cleveland Clinic Expert Faculty
✔ Board Simulation Sessions
✔ 100+ Practice Questions
✔ Case-Based Clinical Learning
✔ Pathology & Imaging Integration
✔ Evidence-Based Clinical Updates
Target Audience
This course is ideal for:
- Internal Medicine Physicians
- Hospitalists
- Residents
- Fellows
- Family Medicine Physicians
- Nurse Practitioners
- Physician Assistants
- Nurses
- Healthcare Professionals Preparing for Boards
- Clinicians Seeking a Comprehensive Internal Medicine Update
Why This Course Stands Out
- One of the most established internal medicine review programs available.
- Comprehensive board-focused curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on clinical application and examination preparation.
- Faculty recognized internationally for expertise in internal medicine.
- Includes extensive board-style practice questions.
- Excellent resource for both certification preparation and clinical knowledge enhancement.
- Covers virtually every major area of adult medicine.
Clinical & Educational Value
The Cleveland Clinic 38th Annual Intensive Review of Internal Medicine 2026 provides an exceptional review of modern internal medicine through expert instruction, board-focused teaching, and evidence-based clinical updates. Combining comprehensive organ-system coverage, board-style question practice, diagnostic interpretation, pathology review, and practical management strategies, this course serves as an invaluable resource for clinicians preparing for certification examinations or seeking an advanced update in contemporary internal medicine practice.
Cardiology
7.25 hours
- STEMI
- Unstable Angina and Non-ST-Segment and Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI)
- Management of Stable Coronary Artery Disease
- Preoperative Cardiac Risk Assessment
- Coronary Artery Disease Risk Assessment and Prevention Dyslipidemia
- ECG Interpretation – A Case Based Review
- Atrial Fibrillation and Other Supra Ventricular Tachycardias
- Ventricular Tachycardia and Sudden Cardiac Death
- Heart Failure
- Cardiomyopathies
- Aortic Valve Stenosis and Regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis and Regurgitation
Infectious Diseases & Biostatistics
3.5 hours
- Endocarditis and Vascular Device Infections
- Board Simulation in Biostatistics
- HIV and Antiretroviral Drugs
- AIDS and Opportunistic Infections
- Common Ambulatory Infections
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases
- Skin Infections and Mimics
- Board Simulation in Infectious Disease
- Selection and Management of Antimicrobial Therapy
- Neurologic Infections
- Mycobacterial Infections
Rheumatology
3.25 hours
- Board Simulation in General Rheumatology
- Approach to Acute Arthritis
- Chronic Arthritis: Diagnosis and Treatment
- Systemic Autoimmune Disorders
- Systemic Vasculitis
Pulmonary & Critical Care
4.25 hours
- Board Simulation in Pulmonary Medicine
- Asthma
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Deep Vein Thrombosis and Pulmonary Embolism
- COPD
- Occupational Medicine
- Lung Cancer
- Critical Care Medicine
- Pleural Disease
Endocrinology
4.5 hours
- Diabetes Mellitus
- Androgenic and Reproductive Disorders
- Hyper and Hypocalcemia and Osteoporosis Evaluation and Treatment
- Thyroid Disorders
- Pituitary Disorders
- Adrenal Disorders
- Endocrinology: Mini-Board Simulation
Gastroenterology
3.25 hours
- Esophageal Diseases
- Colon Cancer
- Diarrhea and Malabsorption
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Pancreatic Diseases
- Liver Diseases
- Board Simulation in Hepatology
- Board Simulation in Gastroenterology
Hematology and Oncology
5 hours
- Genitourinary Malignancies – Female
- Genitourinary Malignancies – Male
- Leukemias
- Lymphomas
- Palliative Medicine
- Breast Cancer
- Oncologic Emergencies
- Anemias
- Bleeding Disorders and Platelet Disorders
- Pathology Review
Nephrology and Hypertension
2.25 hours
- Chronic Kidney Disease: Evaluation and Management
- Hallmarks of Primary and Secondary Hypertension
- Acute Kidney Injury: Diagnosis and Management
- Acid-Based Disturbances
- Water and Electrolyte Disturbances
- Glomerular Disorders: A Primer for Internists
Other Subspecialty Topics
6 hours
- Allergy
- Psychiatry
- Women’s Health & Health Screening
- Geriatrics
- Neurology
- Dermatology









