Robert P. Lam, MD, FAAEM, is a senior partner at Emergency Physician Specialists, a democratic, independent group based in Colorado Springs. As the Director of Physician Wellness for UCHealth in the Southern Region, Dr. Lam spearheads the development and execution of comprehensive wellness programs. His innovative approach includes an individual resilience curriculum, peer support, and initiatives aimed at fostering social connectedness, collegiality, and communication excellence, all designed to enhance patient and clinician experiences across Southern Colorado.
Dr. Lam also serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine and is the Director of Medical Education for Emergency Physician Specialists. He guides future leaders in emergency medicine with a rigorous training and education regimen. Dr. Lam’s academic journey began at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, followed by an emergency medicine residency at Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, where he developed a deep passion for emergency care.
Dr. Lam has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the CU Golden Stethoscope Award for Outstanding Clinical Preceptor in Emergency Medicine. He is a sought-after speaker at national conferences, particularly on topics related to physician well-being and medical education.
From 2015 to 2021, Dr. Lam founded and chaired the Wellness Committee for the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM), where he was instrumental in initiating several key programs, including a resilience curriculum at the AAEM’s annual Scientific Assembly, a resilience column in EM News, and the authorship of significant position statements. His leadership also contributed to the establishment of National Physician Suicide Awareness Day in collaboration with national emergency medicine organizations.
In 2021, Dr. Lam was honored with the prestigious AAEM James Keaney Leadership Award. His ongoing contributions continue to significantly impact the field of emergency medicine, enhancing physician well-being and advancing standards in medical education and patient care.