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EFIM Clinical Research Grant
News 04/03/2026 - 14:17

EFIM Clinical Research Grant

We are pleased to announce the launch of the EFIM Clinical Research Grants 2026 programme. 
The EFIM Clinical Research Grant 2026 aims to support innovative and collaborative clinical research projects in Internal Medicine, strengthening research capacity and fostering cooperation between EFIM Ordinary and Associate National Societies.
The grants are designed to encourage innovative research that advances patient care, promotes evidence-based practice, and strengthens the academic community within Internal Medicine.

News 02/03/2026 - 15:11

Call for EJIM Editor in Chief

We are pleased to announce that we opened the Call for the position of Editor-in-Chief of the European Journal of Internal Medicine, EJIM.
The Editor-in-Chief will assume responsibility for the scientific leadership and strategic development of the journal for a six-year term, beginning in January 2027.
EFIM seeks an internationally recognised expert in Internal Medicine with a strong academic background, editorial experience, and a clear vision for the continued growth and impact of EJIM.
The deadline for applications is 31 May 2026.

Survey 03/02/2026 - 12:26

We Invite You to Complete the Survey Below

As part of the upcoming ECIM session “Economic Priorities versus Patients’ Needs” on 27 March, we are gathering insights from EFIM national societies across Europe to better understand the role of internal medicine within different healthcare systems.

We kindly invite you to complete the survey, which aims to:

                

Journals

The European Journal of Internal Medicine (EJIM) is the official journal of the European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM), and is the leading journal for the European internist, covering all aspects of internal medicine.  EJCRIM is an online free access journal The Journal’s mission is to promote the best medical practice and innovation in the field of acute and general medicine.

European Journal of Internal Medicine
Case Reports in Internal Medicine

                

Congress

The European Congress of Internal Medicine, ECIM is held yearly and offers great opportunities for learning and sharing successful experiences in internal medicine as well as networking with peers. ECIM brings together leaders in education and research from the world of Internal Medicine and provide an invaluable opportunity to shape the future of Internal Medicine. 

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Educational activities

EFIM is committed to providing continuing education for internists through the schools, EFIM congresses, Journals, Exchange Programme, postgraduate  training  and  continuous  professional development that help to deliver high-quality education in Internal Medicine.

Schools
EFIM Exchange Programme
EU Curriculum in Internal Medicine

Relevant EFIM Publications

The role of the hospitalist in Europe: results by EFIM multimorbidity working group survey

Author(s): Ombretta Paraa,b ∙ Flora Kisuulec ∙ Arántzazu Álvarez-de Arcayad ∙ Antonio Gonzalez Fernandeze ∙ Maximo Bernabeu-Wittelf
Date:26 May 2025

Acute heart failure – an EFIM guideline critical appraisal and adaptation for internists

Author(s): Valentin A. Kokorin a, Alvaro Gonz´alez-Franco b, Antonio Cittadini c, Oskars Kalejs d, Vera N. Larina e, Alberto M. Marra c,f, Francisco J. Medrano g,*, Zdenek Monhart h,i, Laura Morbidoni j, Joana Pimenta k, Wiktoria Lesnia
Date:18 March 2024

Telemedicine in internal medicine: A statement by the European Federation of Internal Medicine

Author(s): Pietrantonio Filomena, Kuhn Sebastian, K ̈arberg Kati, Leung Tiffany, Said-Criado Ismael, on behalf of the EFIM Telemedicine, Innovative Technologies and Digital Health Working Group
Date:9 March 2023

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What is EFIM?

The principal objectives of EFIM is to promote internal medicine on a scientific educational, ethical and professional level and to support internists in providing better care for patients throughout Europe.

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What is internal medicine?

The specialty of internal medicine covers a wide range of conditions affecting the internal organs of the body. Although some diseases specifically affect individual organs, the majority of common diseases. The internist must then be trained to recognise and manage a broad range of diseases and, with the aging population, many patients with chronic and multiple disorders.

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