Competitions

Sunday, April 6, 2025

AAEM/RSA and EUS-AAEM Sim Sono Sleuthing Case Competition

6:15pm-8:00pm


Sponsored by the Emergency Ultrasound Section, Simulation Interest Group, and AAEM/RSA

Medical students, are you ready for some competition? Get ready to put your ultrasound skills and teamwork to the test! In this competition, five teams will embark on a journey of five simulated patient scenarios with live patient models. Each scenario will be based on a chief complaint, and you will use ultrasound to solve the case.Teams are scored based on how many action steps they complete during each case. There are ~8 action steps per case (40 total.)

The overall highest-scoring team after all five scenarios is the winner! Winners will be announced during the Medical Student Track at AAEM25 on Monday, April 7, 2025. The winners will receive free AAEM/RSA and EUS-AAEM swag as an award.

Limited ultrasound skills? No problem – EUS-AAEM has you covered! Registered teams will receive how-to ultrasound videos prior to the competition. Do you think you can solve the case?


Join the Competition — Secure Your Spot Below

Do you think you can solve the case? Register your team today!

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Please note: registering your team for the Sim Sono Sleuthing Case Challenge does not ensure registration for AAEM25. In order to participate in this competition, you must register for the conference.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Open Mic Competition

8:00am-12:00pm


Sponsored by the Young Physicians Section of AAEM (YPS-AAEM)

The Open Mic Competition is designed for new speakers to be heard and evaluated by a panel of judges and conference attendees. Each speaking slot is 20 minutes (18 minutes for presentation, 2 minutes for questions.) Presentations can be on any topic relevant to the practice of emergency medicine.

CCMS-AAEM Breviloquent Competition

10:10am-11:25am


The 3rd Annual CCMS-AAEM Breviloquent Competition will highlight the presentation skills of five individuals interested in the emerging field of emergency medicine critical care. The competition format is a seven-minute presentation provided on less than 25 slides.

The theme of this year’s competition is “A Memorable Case Experienced in the ICU.”

FLAAEM Games

1:00pm – 6:00pm


Sponsored by the Florida Chapter Division of AAEM (FLAAEM)

Get ready for an exhilarating blend of brains, skill, and competition at FLAAEM Games 2025, the ultimate platform for emergency medicine residency programs to showcase their mastery! Hosted during the 31st AAEM Annual Scientific Assembly in Miami, this cutting-edge event combines the precision of academic medicine with the high-energy spirit of gaming.

When and Where:

  • Date: April 8, 2025
  • Time: 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
  • Venue: Intercontinental Miami

What to Expect:

A multi-modal competition featuring high-stakes rounds like:

  • SONOMasters: Ultrasound expertise in action.
  • SIMBOSS: Mastery of simulation and clinical communication.
  • EM-IQ Quiz: A brain-bending test of emergency medicine knowledge.

Teams will navigate intense challenges to emerge as EM Idol, seizing the prestigious Kevin Rogers Cup. Please see the rule book for more information.

Rule Book

Special Awards Include:

  • EM-Strut: Best Introduction Video
  • EM-Handle: Best Team Name
  • EM-Mindset: Best Team Attitude
  • EM-Swag: Best Thematically Dressed Team

Team Details:

  • Each team must consist of three residents and one faculty mentor from the same institution.
  • Only one team per institution can compete, making the stakes even higher.

How to Participate:

  • Registration Opens: December 16, 2024. Please see page 3 of the rule book for instructions on how to register.
  • Teams must submit a 30-second intro video by March 1, 2025. Creativity and enthusiasm are key!

Who Will Rise? From mastering POCUS techniques to showcasing flawless communication in simulated crises, FLAAEM Games is not just a competition—it’s where legends in emergency medicine are forged. Only the sharpest minds and most cohesive teams will claim victory in this electrifying event.

Join us and witness the future leaders of emergency medicine take the stage. Will your team be the one to bring home the glory?


When will I be notified if I was accepted to compete at AAEM25?

Answer: The notification for acceptance or declination of the submitted competitions will be November 13, 2024. If you do not receive an email, please contact Roxanne Dobbs, AAEM Education and Program Manager.

How do I accept my competition invitation to AAEM25?

Answer: Within the invitation email, a link is provided to confirmed competitions. If you did not receive this email, please contact Roxanne Dobbs, AAEM Education and Program Manager.

Do I have to prepare a poster for my confirmed competition?

Answer: No, these competitions are oral competitions.  

I cannot attend AAEM25. Can I send someone on my behalf to compete?

Answer: Yes. Contact Roxanne Dobbs, AAEM Education and Program Manager, to update the information on who will be going in your place for further communications.  

Do I have to register to AAEM25 to participate in the competition?

Answer: Yes. All invited and accepted competition submitters must register for AAEM25. More details on registration can be found here.

Does everyone listed on the competition need to register for AAEM25?

Answer: No. Only the presenter that will be onsite at AAEM25 needs to register for the conference.

Are there any compensations or stipends available to present at AAEM25?

Answer: CCMS-AAEM Breviloquent Competition submissions will receive a $500 travel reimbursement after attending AAEM25.

There are no other stipends or compensations available for oral competitions at AAEM25.

How do I prepare my oral competition presentation?

Answer: Presenters must bring their slides in Microsoft PowerPointTM format on a portable USB drive. If you wish to use a Keynote or other Mac presentation, please bring your own Mac laptop and connecters (dongles.) You may use a slide template from your institution or a slide template of your own design. The screens are 16:9 ratio. You do not need to submit slides in advance. Please bring your slides directly to the presentation room.

A PC laptop, projection screen, and slide advancer will be provided. Internet connection is not provided in the meeting room; links to videos or online resources will not be available. There will be no AV technician in the room. You will be asked to plug in your presentation and begin speaking.

Questions? Email AAEM or call us at (800) 884-2236.