Program Representatives

An EMRA Program Representative serves as the link between your residency program and the EMRA Representative Council. They bring the concerns, ideas, and feedback of residents to the council and share important updates and opportunities with their peers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Update Info: Annually update your contact info in your profile to ensure you're receiving the latest EMRA communications.
• Attend Meetings: Join the fall and spring Representative Council meetings (ACEP's Scientific Assembly in the fall, virtual in the spring).
• Stay Informed: Familiarize yourself with EMRA's procedures, member benefits, and events to share with your program.
• Support Participation: Get approval from your program director for meeting attendance and let EMRA know if your program needs a formal notice.
• Promote Membership: Encourage fellow residents to join EMRA and get involved in the specialty.
• Stay Updated: Read the "What's Up in EM" newsletter and EM Resident Magazine and share key updates with your colleagues.
• Additional Involvement: Volunteer for committees, submit resolutions, or nominate residents/attendings for awards.
• Provide Updates: After meetings, report back to your program on key takeaways.
• Help with Transitions: If you're graduating or stepping down, assist in selecting a new representative or an alternate.

Alternate Representatives

Alternate Representatives assist with communication and recruitment, help prepare junior residents for future roles, and have the same rights as program reps—except voting. They receive all communications and are encouraged to attend meetings.

Want to become your program's representative?

To become a Program Representative, you must be an active EMRA member in an approved residency program. Representatives serve a one-year term and are elected or appointed by their program. If your program doesn't have a rep, consider stepping up!