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Thala-Us Synapse
National Tour 2026
The Future of GME Recruitment, Together
What is
Thala-Us Synapse?
We’re launching a 12-city tour to connect with the medical education community.
Thala-Us Synapse is a traveling, two-day immersive GME community experience. Explore the future of medical education, experience Thalamus innovation, and connect with peers to spark collaboration and new ideas.
More than a traditional conference, Thala-Us Synapse is intimate and interactive. Attendees engage directly with speakers, collaborate with peers facing similar challenges, and explore Thalamus products through human-centered design, innovative sessions and real-world workflows. From hands-on product studios to peer-to-peer discussions, every moment is grounded in practical value and shared progress.
At Thala-Us Synapse, innovation isn’t something you’re shown, it’s something you’re a part of.
We’re not just talking about the future of GME recruitment. We’re building it.
Who Should Attend Thala-Us Synapse
GME Programs & Institutions
- Program Directors
- Program Coordinators
- GME Administration
- Institutional Coordinators
- Designated Institutional Officials (DIOs)
Health Systems, MedTech and Innovation Hubs
- Health System Leadership
- Chief Academic Officers
- Chief Medical Officers
- Physician Workforce Builders
- Changemakers in Healthcare
Specialty Societies, Advocacy and Workforce
- Specialty Society Leaders
- National Organization Leaders
- Healthcare Policy Advocates
- Strategic Partners
Tech & Innovation
- MedEd Tech Leaders
- GME Data Analysts
- Health System Informatics & Digital Transformation Leaders
Medical Schools
- Student Affairs Deans
- Medical School & Graduate Program Leadership
Learners
- Medical Students
- Residents & Fellows
Why Attend Thala-Us Synapse?
Step into an experience unlike any other MedEd conference
Thala-Us Synapse blends tech, discovery, and community, offering an immersive experience that accelerates our mission of Connecting the Docs®.
Spark connections across the MedEd community
Build deeper relationships with colleagues, partners, and the Thalamus team in settings designed to foster innovation, trust, and collaboration.
Co-create with peers focused on improving transitions to residency and fellowship
Connect with attendees across the physician education continuum to share insights, design new approaches, and learn from one another in an open, peer-driven environment.
Help shape what Thalamus builds next
Your voice matters. Thala-Us Synapse creates space for meaningful feedback, discussion, and workshopping that directly informs Thalamus’s product roadmap and future direction.
Build the future of GME recruitment, together
Explore future AI capabilities and innovation extending into physician workforce planning. Get an exclusive look at upcoming enhancements, share your feedback, and help build the future.
Featured Speakers
Thala-Us features leaders and innovators from across medical education, healthcare and technology who are shaping the future of GME recruitment.
Rather than traditional presentations, Thala-Us speakers engage in conversations, case studies, and collaborative sessions grounded in real-world experience. They share what’s working, what’s changing, and what’s next—offering practical insight, honest perspective, and opportunities for meaningful dialogue.
Together, our speakers don’t just present ideas—they help explore and build the future of GME, alongside the community they serve.
The Vibe
At the intersection of tech, innovation, and medical education, Thala-Us Synapse brings together bold ideas and the people ready to shape the future of GME and physician recruitment.
Hosted in spaces powered for what’s next, each city's experience is intentionally crafted to feel modern, immersive, energizing, and localized. Join us as we design the future together at Convene, VentureX, CoHatch, Blank Spaces, The Cannon, Mindspace, Shack15, and the historic Woolworth Theatre.
Be Part of What’s Next
Thala-Us is an intentionally curated experience designed for connection, collaboration, and discovery. Space is limited to preserve the immersive nature of the event.
$999
Available up to 14 days before each event
Our best rate for those ready to help shape what’s next. Join leaders, learners, and innovators shaping the future of GME recruitment.
$1199
Available up to 24 hours before each event
Full access to the Thala-Us Synapse experience, including all sessions, product studios, and community events.
$799
Available up to 24 hours before each event
Single Day Access to the Thala-Us Synapse experience. Attendees can select either Day One or Day Two when registering.
Save the Dates
Nashville
May 6-7
Cleveland
May 11-12
Los Angeles
May 20-21
Charlotte
June 1-2
Boston
June 4-5
New York
June 16-17
Miami
June 23-24
Washington DC
Aug 3-4
Philadelphia
Aug 6-7
Chicago
Aug 13-14
San Francisco
Sep 14-15
Learner Registration Support
Thalamus is committed to making Thala-Us Synapse accessible to learners. A limited number of discounted registrations for medical students, residents, and fellows are available through a grant provided by Thalamus.org.
Learners interested in discounted registration can reach out to synapse@thalamusgme.com.
Thala-Us 2026 Agenda
Day 1
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 09:05 AM
Welcome to Thala-Us Synapse
09:05 AM - 09:30 AM
Opening Keynote: The Future of GME,Together
09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Local Refection & Agenda Preview
09:45 AM - 11:15 AM
AI in Medicine & Recruiting:
Promise, Peril, and Bumper Rails
11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Break
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Building the Backbone of GME
A Multi-Year Strategy to Strengthen Program Administrator Retention, Training, Professional Development, and Community
12:15 PM - 01:30 PM
Community Lunch: The GME Table
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Fireside Chat
02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Break
02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Mend the Gap
Tennessee Initatives
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Fireside Chat
Day 2
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Breakfast & Networking
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Welcome & Live Game
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Module - Getting Started with Thalamus
How Thalamus is changing the recruitment experience & its impact on GME stakeholders
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Module - Preparing for Your Season in Thalamus
Building your Program’s brand using Thalamus, including Cortex screening & scoring, setting up Core, and a product demo.
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Community Lunch
01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Module - Managing Your Season in Thalamus
Applying strategy & intention to manage recruitment season with ease and efficiency
• Managing Applicant Dashboard
• Inviting & Scheduling Applicants
• Thalamus for Interviewers
• Managing your Interview Day
• Thalamus Video
02:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Module - Wrapping Up Your Season in Thalamus
Closing recruitment season strong with helpful tools and comprehensive data, including rank lists and Cerebellum.
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Module - GME Professional Development
Exploration of professional development opportunities for GME program administrators.
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Product Demo
Ask the Audience
04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Wrap-up & Closing Remarks
Day 1
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 09:05 AM
Welcome to Thala-Us Synapse
09:05 AM - 09:35 AM
Opening Keynote: The Future of GME, Together
09:35 AM - 09:45 AM
Agenda Preview & Team Intro
09:45 AM - 10:25 AM
AI in GME: In Conversation
10:25 AM - 10:40 AM
Break
10:40 AM - 11:20 AM
AI in GME: Interactive Section
11:20 AM - 11:35 AM
Break
11:35 AM - 12:20 PM
A New Era of GME Collaboration and Synergy
Introducing NAGIC: Our Community, Our Voice
12:20 PM - 01:35 PM
Community Lunch: The GME Table
01:35 PM - 02:15 PM
Fireside Chat
02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
The Future of GME Wasn’t Built for This
Why the People Closest to the Work are Redesigning the System in Real-Time
03:15 PM - 03:30 PM
Break
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Beyond the Job Description
Growing Your Career in GME
Day 2
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Welcome & Live Game
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Module - Getting Started with Thalamus
How Thalamus is changing the recruitment experience & its impact on GME stakeholders
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Module - Preparing for Your Season in Thalamus
Building your Program’s brand using Thalamus, including Cortex screening & scoring, setting up Core, and a product demo.
12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Community Lunch
01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Module - Managing Your Season in Thalamus
Applying strategy & intention to manage recruitment season with ease and efficiency
• Managing Applicant Dashboard
• Inviting & Scheduling Applicants
• Thalamus for Interviewers
• Managing your Interview Day
• Thalamus Video
02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Module - Wrapping Up Your Season in Thalamus
Closing recruitment season strong with helpful tools and comprehensive data, including rank lists and Cerebellum.
03:30 PM - 03:45 PM
Break
03:45 PM - 04:30 PM
Module - GME Professional Development
04:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Wrap-up & Closing Remarks
Day 1
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Welcome to Thala-Us Synapse
09:15 AM - 09:45 AM
Opening Keynote: The Future of GME, Together
09:45 AM - 10:45 AM
AI in GME
10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Break
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Leveling Up GME Program & Institutional Administration
12:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Community Lunch: The GME Table
01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Professional Growth in GME
Leadership, Career Development, and Certifications
02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Fireside Chat
The Physician Shortage Crisis, Mission-Driven Recruitment, and the Future of Community
03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing Remarks & Group Photo
Day 2
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 09:15 AM
Attendee Introduction
09:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Welcome & Panel: Challenges and Opportunities in GME Recruitment
Interactive look at daily GME challenges
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Module - Getting Started with Thalamus
How Thalamus is changing the recruitment experience & its impact on GME stakeholders
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11:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Break
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Module - Preparing for Your Season in Thalamus
Building your Program’s brand using Thalamus, including Cortex screening & scoring, setting up Core, and a product demo.
12:30 PM - 01:45 PM
Group Photo & Community Lunch
01:45 PM - 02:45 PM
Module - Managing Your Season in Thalamus
Applying strategy & intention to manage recruitment season with ease and efficiency
• Managing Applicant Dashboard
• Inviting & Scheduling Applicants
• Thalamus for Interviewers
• Managing your Interview Day
• Thalamus Video
03:15 PM - 03:30 PM
Break
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Module - Wrapping Up Your Season in Thalamus
Closing recruitment season strong with helpful tools and comprehensive data, including rank lists and Cerebellum.
04:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Wrap-up & Closing Remarks
Day 1
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast Networking
09:00 AM - 09:05 AM
Welcome to Thala-Us Synapse
09:05 AM - 09:30 AM
Opening Keynote: The Future of GME, Together
09:30 AM - 09:45 AM
Team Intros & Agenda Preview
09:45 AM - 10:45 AM
State & Federal Initiatives to Grow Rural Graduate Medical Education
10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
AI in GME
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Community Lunch: The GME Table
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Professional Growth in GME
Leadership, Career Development, and Certifications
02:30 PM - 02:45 PM
Break
02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Fireside Chat: The Physician Workforce Continuum
03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Rural Track & Rural Track Residency Programs
04:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Day 2
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Breakfast & Networking
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Welcome & Interactive Game
Daily GME challenges
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Module - Getting Started with Thalamus
How Thalamus is changing the recruitment experience & its impact on GME stakeholders
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Module - Preparing for Your Season in Thalamus
Building your Program’s brand using Thalamus, including Cortex screening & scoring, setting up Core, and a product demo.
Tyler Hardy
Full Stack Engineer, Thalamus
12:15 PM - 01:15 PM
Community Lunch
01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Module - Managing Your Season in Thalamus & Demo
Applying strategy & intention to manage recruitment season with ease and efficiency
• Managing Applicant Dashboard
• Inviting & Scheduling Applicants
• Thalamus for Interviewers
• Managing your Interview Day
• Thalamus Video
02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Break
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Module - Wrapping Up Your Season in Thalamus
Closing recruitment season strong with helpful tools and comprehensive data, including rank lists and Cerebellum.
03:30 PM - 03:45 PM
Break
03:3045 PM - 04:30 PM
Wrap-up & Closing Remarks
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Agenda Dropping Soon
We're finalizing an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions for this city.
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Agenda Dropping Soon
We're finalizing an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions for this city.
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We're finalizing an exciting lineup of speakers and sessions for this city.
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