The Council on Graduate Medical Education (COGME) is a federal advisory body established to address issues related to graduate medical education in the United States. It provides recommendations to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on the training and distribution of physicians, ensuring that the medical workforce meets the needs of the population. COGME focuses on various aspects of medical education, including the quality of training programs and the balance of specialties. Its work aims to enhance the effectiveness of the medical education system and improve healthcare delivery across the nation, ultimately benefiting patients and communities.