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<p>The European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) was founded in 1996 by merging the Association Européenne de Médecine Interne and the Forum of Presidents of National Internal Medicine Societies in Europe, creating a&#xa0;unified platform for continental collaboration among national societies. Today, EFIM represents 48&#xa0;societies from 45&#xa0;countries—over 70,000 internists—making it one of Europe’s largest medical federations. Its mission is to promote internal medicine scientifically, ethically, and professionally, centered on education, research, and advancement through research publication, congresses, internist communication, and health expertise. This article examines the present and future of internal medicine in light of EFIM’s new policy, “Internal Medicine in the 21st Century: Back to the Future.” It offers a critical appraisal of current challenges alongside strengths and opportunities. Internal medicine represents a&#xa0;cornerstone of future hospitals and healthcare systems rather than a&#xa0;residual specialty. Strengthening and standardizing training and granting internists formal leadership in care coordination and education will ensure sustainable, person-centered healthcare.</p>

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The European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) at DGIM 2026: Present and future directions of internal medicine in Europe

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  • 发表日期：

    2026年3月3日

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  • George Dalekos,
  • Ricardo Gomez Huelgas,
  • Fredrik von Wowern

摘要

The European Federation of Internal Medicine (EFIM) was founded in 1996 by merging the Association Européenne de Médecine Interne and the Forum of Presidents of National Internal Medicine Societies in Europe, creating a unified platform for continental collaboration among national societies. Today, EFIM represents 48 societies from 45 countries—over 70,000 internists—making it one of Europe’s largest medical federations. Its mission is to promote internal medicine scientifically, ethically, and professionally, centered on education, research, and advancement through research publication, congresses, internist communication, and health expertise. This article examines the present and future of internal medicine in light of EFIM’s new policy, “Internal Medicine in the 21st Century: Back to the Future.” It offers a critical appraisal of current challenges alongside strengths and opportunities. Internal medicine represents a cornerstone of future hospitals and healthcare systems rather than a residual specialty. Strengthening and standardizing training and granting internists formal leadership in care coordination and education will ensure sustainable, person-centered healthcare.