American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM)

Addressing ED Boarding: From Root Causes to Actionable Change Hosted by the Operations Management Section of AAEM (OMS-AAEM) 📅 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 🕔 5:00pm ET | 4:00pm CT | 3:00pm MT | 2:00pm PT 💻 Virtual | Zoom Emergency Department boarding remains one of the most pressing operational challenges in healthcare. This AAEM webinar brings together thought leaders in emergency medicine to examine: ➡️ The root causes of ED boarding ➡️ Its impact on patient safety, staff well-being, and hospital flow ➡️ Evidence-based strategies to drive actionable change Agenda: 🩺 4:00–4:30 PM — Panel: Why Boarding Persists and What Works to Fix It 💬 4:30–5:00 PM — Live Q&A and Discussion Join us for an insightful, solutions-focused conversation — and take part in the movement toward better emergency care delivery. 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/4hWFehn #AAEM #EmergencyMedicine #EDBoarding #HealthcareOperations #HospitalManagement #ClinicalLeadership

Human trafficking is a silent epidemic — often hidden in plain sight. Many victims seek care while still under a trafficker’s control, yet chances to intervene are missed. Join us for an AAEM Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Section Webinar as EM physician Dr. Exeni McAmis shares how to spot red flags, use trauma-informed strategies, and respond safely. Shift from “What’s wrong?” to “What happened?” — and turn awareness into action. 📆 Thursday, December 18, 2025 ⏰ 6:00pm – 6:50pm CT 👉 Register Now: https://bit.ly/4837HO1 #HumanTraffickingAwareness #EmergencyMedicine #TraumaInformedCare

📣 New President’s Message from Dr. Frolichstein! In Value = Quality + Service Over Cost, Dr. Frolichstein reflects on the devotion EM physicians bring to their patients — a willingness to sacrifice time, energy, and even moments with loved ones to do what’s right. He also addresses burnout, exploitation, and the corporatization threatening that core mission. He ends with a striking challenge to all of us: “There is a lot of work to do against one of the strongest adversaries ever—greed. Fight or submit?” 👉 Read the full message here: https://bit.ly/4oRTDhB #AAEM #EmergencyMedicine #PhysicianWellness #Leadership

AAEM's Delegates to the AMA were present at the AMA Interim Meeting from November 14–18 in National Harbor, Maryland. Check out these pictures shared by President-Elect, Dr. Vicki Norton. #AMAInterimMeeting #EmergencyMedicine #AAEM

🎉 Registration for the 32nd Annual AAEM Scientific Assembly is officially open! 🎉 Join us April 11–15 in Seattle for a conference built on evidence-based education, physician-led programming, and a commitment to excellence in EM. SA26 offers: • Cutting-edge clinical content • Expert-led sessions • Networking with leaders shaping the future of emergency medicine We look forward to seeing you in Seattle. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gPspynrj

AAEM Board of Directors Nominations Now Open! The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM) is seeking dynamic and dedicated leaders to serve on our Board of Directors. Open Positions: ➡️ President-Elect ➡️ Secretary-Treasurer ➡️ At-Large Board Members (3) ➡️ YPS Director This is an opportunity to shape the future of emergency medicine and represent the values of physician advocacy and excellence in patient care. If you know an outstanding leader — or are ready to step up yourself — we encourage you to submit a nomination. 👉 Learn more and nominate: https://lnkd.in/gbHMqpRr #AAEM #EmergencyMedicine #Leadership #Governance #PhysicianLeadership

As physicians, you see firsthand what happens when hospitals close—the loss of access, the strain on remaining facilities, and the impact on patients who have nowhere else to turn. The GAO’s new report on urban hospital closures reveals how years of financial decline and ownership changes can push essential institutions to the brink. While the report briefly references for-profit and private equity ownership, it reinforces a troubling reality: when financial models take precedence over patient care, communities pay the price. These findings underscore the need for reforms that prioritize stability, access, and physician-led decision-making to ensure every patient can receive timely, high-quality emergency care. 🔴 Read the full Action Report: bit.ly/AAEMaction #EmergencyMedicine #Advocacy #HospitalClosures #PatientCare #CPOM #GAO

📢 NIH Study Highlights Concerns Over Private Equity in Health Care “Association of Private Equity Investment in Health Care With Medical Education Disruptions” examines how private equity ownership may impact the education and training of future physicians. AAEM has long cautioned against the growing influence of private equity in emergency medicine, emphasizing that physician-led care and education are critical to protecting our specialty and our patients. 🔗 Read the full study here: https://lnkd.in/gYgqsTPj #AAEM #EmergencyMedicine #PhysicianLedCare #HealthcareEthics #MedicalEducation #PrivateEquity

The evidence is clear—Unprepared EDs can cause both short- and long-term harm for pediatric patients. This AAEM CME Online session covers: ✅ Pediatric resuscitation best practices ✅ Critical DKA management ✅ Seizure & sepsis updates from 2024 ✅ Key trauma literature for the past year Stay current. Be ready. Deliver the best care when kids need it most. ✔️ Your time is valuable — earn CME on your terms. ✔️ Free for members. $99/year for non-members. 🔗 http://bit.ly/3JcxACd

🎓 Opportunity For Med Students: Jedi-AAEM 2025–2026 Medical Student Scholarship AAEM is offering $500 scholarships to support medical students as they apply to Emergency Medicine residency programs. Funds can be used to help offset the costs of application fees, travel, or interview attire. 💡 Share this post with medical students or colleagues who may know someone eligible! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g3YFzNhh Deadline: December 15, 2025 #AAEM #EmergencyMedicine #DiversityInMedicine #MedicalEducation #Scholarship