Table 1.

Comparison of Family Leave Policies

OrganizationPolicyWeeks (#)Pay
American Board of Medical SpecialtiesAmerican Board of Medical Specialties Policy on Parental, Caregiver and Medical Leave during TrainingRequires at least 6 weeksUnpaid
Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical EducationACGME Institutional Requirements: IV.H. Vacations and Leaves of AbsenceRequires at least 6 weeksPaid
American Academy of Family PhysiciansParental Leave during Residency TrainingRecommends up to 12 weeksRecommends up to 12 weeks paid