Residents

Join us for the Delaware Valley Chapter Division of AAEM’s (DVAAEM) Annual Residents’ Day, taking place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.

Direct laryngoscopy dates to 1849. Progress continued into the late 40s and beyond. Success in prehospital care varied. In the 1980s, video laryngoscopy arose and allowed greater visualization of the glottic opening and eventually recording. See it, record it. Additional airway adjuncts became available, such as supraglottic airways. All of these are dependent, to a […]

There is a troubling cultural trend in EMS regarding how new technologies and procedures are being introduced into an EMS system. While certainly all EMS physician medical directors are well-meaning and want to inject new clinical protocols and technology into their systems, it is important that we as an EMS physician community continue to introduce […]

Emergency department (ED) boarding continues to strain patient flow, staff morale, and hospital operations nationwide. This webinar brings together experienced leaders in emergency medicine operations to examine the root causes of ED boarding, its impact on quality and safety, and practical strategies to mitigate the problem.

Human trafficking is a silent epidemic—happening in every community and often hidden in plain sight. Many victims encounter the healthcare system while still under the control of their traffickers, yet opportunities for intervention are frequently missed.

Milwaukee, WI, June 13, 2025 — The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) is proud to announce its official representation in the American Medical Association (AMA) House of Delegates. This milestone grants AAEM a formal voice in shaping national healthcare policy at one of the highest levels of organized medicine. With this new status, AAEM […]

Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) entered emergency medicine in the late 1980s, with the first ED physician-led study published in 1998. Now a core skill, it’s integrated into residency training, board exams, and supported by AAEM and ACEP. POCUS plays a critical role in diagnosing life-threatening conditions, guiding procedures, and improving outcomes by expediting care, reducing complications, […]

Join us for an important discussion on how current immigration policies are affecting the delivery of care in emergency medicine.

Two Powerful Events. One Unifying Purpose. June 3-4, 2025 | Washington D.C. The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) and the AAEM Resident and Student Association (AAEM/RSA) warmly invite you to a transformative two-day event that positions emergency medicine physicians, residents, and students at the vanguard of health policy and advocacy. This is a powerful […]

Description: Are you interested in career opportunities in hospice or palliative care? Hear from a panel of experienced physicians who are part of AAEM’s Palliative Care Committee, practicing in various roles in hospice or palliative medicine. This session, led by Drs. Putman, Fleischer-Black, Gutierrez, Ulrich, Agresti, Shapiro, Diner, Bowman, Siegel, and Gale, is your opportunity […]

Live webinar hosted by the Emergency Medical Services Section of AAEM (EMSS-AAEM). Description: Horse sports present a unique set of challenges for EMS. This session is designed to introduce both English and Western styles of competition and familiarize prehospital caregivers with strategies for successful operations. Speaker: Michele Hollis, MD FAAEM AMSSM and Jacob Miller, MD CAQSM […]

Live webinar hosted by the Emergency Medical Services Section of AAEM (EMSS-AAEM). Description: EMTALA is often thought of as only pertaining to hospitals. However, more recent case law, as well as the historical roots of EMTALA, pertain directly to EMS physicians, EMS leadership and EMS providers. This session is designed to: Speaker: Hashim Q. Zaidi, MD […]

Join us for an engaging discussion on the CMS’s termination of the ET3 (Emergency Triage, Treat, and Transport) model and the critical reasons why this initiative deserves a revival.

Live webinar hosted by the Women in Emergency Medicine Section of AAEM (WiEMS-AAEM) Description: Join us November 4th for our next WiEM IMG Webinar series, “EM Fellowships-What’s Next After Residency?”. Learn about EM Fellowships, EM careers away from the bedside, and valuable tips on how to explore these avenues before and during residency. Don’t miss […]

Join us for a comprehensive session tailored for underrepresented in medicine (UiM) students applying to emergency medicine residency programs.

100% Virtual Event, 100% Free Topic: 4th Annual GLAAEM Educational Symposium Event Description: You are invited to join us for the Annual Great Lakes AAEM Educational Symposium, to be held virtually on October 10th from 8:00am-4:30pm CT. National and local experts will lead discussions on an array of topics.

Join WiEM-AAEM at this live webinar featuring a panel of female EM physicians as they share their journey, tips, and guidance for being entrepreneurs in EM.

The following statement was created by the AAEM Young Physicians (YPS-AAEM) and Women in Emergency Medicine (WiEM-AAEM) Sections. It was approved by the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) Board of Directors on Wednesday, February 22, 2024. Background: Emergency physicians work in hospital settings that provide patient care at all hours of the day, which […]

Join us for an enlightening information session on the burgeoning field of Social Emergency Medicine (EM). This webinar is an essential guide for anyone interested in Social EM fellowships and careers, offering a comprehensive overview of opportunities and pathways in this dynamic specialty. Why Attend? This webinar is tailor-made for: What Will You Learn? Panelists […]

Topic: Safe Space Training Description: A how-to guide for creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ students, colleagues, and patients. Panelist: Zachary Silberman, MD Moderator: Kristin Fontes, MD FAAEM

Topic: Mastering the Interview Panelists: Ololade Akinfemiwa, MD; Devon Buddan, MD; and Eric Simms, MD Moderators: Zoe Cole, Kadie Stephens, and Shawntaye Williams Description: Learn more about how to prepare for interviews, the interview formats you may encounter, and the questions and topics that are covered during interviews. Come with all your interview related questions. […]

Topic: Women in EMS Speaker: Rachel Ely, DO FAAEM; Emily Kidd, MD FACEP FAEMS; and Katherine Raczek, MD FAAEM FACEP Moderator: Bryan Everitt, MD FAAEM Description: Join EMSS-AAEM and WiEM-AAEM for a panel discussion on the opportunities, challenges, and future of women in EMS.

Join Kelsey Newbold and Madi McDole for a discussion about implementing inclusive curricula in medical education to prepare students for LGBTQ+ healthcare, including a look at some current research.