Take Your Place in the Future of Emergency Medicine
Join 8,000+ physicians who believe EM should be physician-led — not corporate-controlled.
The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) is your professional home — created by and for emergency physicians. Whether you work in an academic center, democratic group, hospital system, or corporate setting, your voice belongs here.
- 100% Physician-Led
- Advocacy With No Outside Influence
- Transparent, Democratic Leadership
- One-Year Membership — No Long-Term Commitment
What You Get as an AAEM Member
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
| Advocacy That Protects You | We fight for due process, fair contracts, and your autonomy — not corporate interests. |
| Education That Fits Your Practice | CME, board prep, and on-demand resources built by EM physicians for EM physicians. |
| Community That Gets It | Connect with peers in every setting who believe in clinical excellence and shared leadership. |
| Democratic, Transparent Governance | Every leader is elected. No hidden agendas. No external control. |
| Real Leadership Opportunities | Join committees, present at events, or grow through our Leadership Academy. |
| Exclusive Tools & Discounts | Get access to tools like TIME and save on essential clinical resources. |
Who Should Join?
If you’re a board-certified or board-eligible emergency physician, AAEM has a membership option designed to support your career journey — wherever you practice.
Membership options available for:
- Early-career EM physicians who are board-eligible or recently certified
- Board-certified physicians seeking full voting privileges
- Physicians in international practice settings
- Fellows in sub-specialty training
- EM physicians transitioning toward retirement or emeritus status
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What Members Are Saying
“It feels good to work with people who are working toward a common cause and are passionate about the issues. While the successes may be small and incremental, the relationships and friendships that have developed are monumental.”
Robert A. Frolichstein, MD FAAEM, PRESIDENT OF AAEM
Frequently Asked Questions
Any board-certified or board-eligible emergency physician. We welcome members across all types of practice settings — academic, private, corporate, or hybrid.
No — you can start with a one-year membership. Experience the value and decide if it’s right for you.
AAEM is the only national EM organization founded on democratic principles, with 100% physician-led leadership. We focus on advocating for fair practice environments, due process, and transparency — without corporate influence or external conflicts.
AAEM advocates for due process, against unfair contract structures, and for democratic practice environments where physicians lead clinical decision-making. We also push for state and federal policy that protects the rights of EM physicians and the quality of patient care.
Yes — AAEM is a member-driven organization, and your involvement can be as much or as little as you choose. From committees and special interest groups to sections and leadership roles, there are opportunities for every level of interest. Whether you’re looking to lead change or simply stay informed, your voice is valued here.
Yes. Membership includes access to high-quality CME through AAEM CME Online, the annual Scientific Assembly, and both live and on-demand education opportunities. All content is developed by fellow emergency physicians — ensuring it’s clinically relevant, practical, and grounded in real-world EM practice.
If you believe emergency medicine should be physician-led, fair, and focused on patient care over profit, then AAEM likely aligns with your values. Try it for a year — and decide for yourself.
Step Into a Stronger Future
Don’t wait to join the only emergency medicine organization that truly puts physicians and patients first.
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