Hannah Seyller, MD, Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: MetroHealth / Cleveland Clinic / Case Western
What is your goal as an EMRA leader?
To empower EMRA members with the resources and tools that they need to be the best emergency physicians they can be.
To foster an environment of collegiality, collaboration, & mutual success among EM residents nationwide and internationally.
To advocate for the best interests of EM trainees within the larger landscape of our specialty.
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I actually started my involvement with EMRA in medical school! I wanted to meet more EM-bound medical students and get connected with EMRA's international network of EM docs. Ever since being on the medical student council as an M4, I've been continually motivated by the work that EMRA does & how impactful it is on our specialty!
What is the best advice you have ever received? There are very few black-and-white, wrong-or-right situations in life. What matters more than having the "correct" answer is that you jump in with both feet and don't look back.
What is something that people don't know about you? I had a pet cow in high school that I named Tinkerbell.
If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: Probably a teacher or an anthropologist (or both!)
Favorite channel on social media? Currently it's Alexis Nikole (@blackforager on Instagram)! She is an environmental science enthusiast who lives in Ohio (like me!) and makes super fun, beginner-friendly content on foraging.
Kayla Basedow, MD, Chair-Elect of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal as an EMRA leader is to support residents and medical students through their training by improving access to educational resources and creating high quality educational content. Additionally, I want to be an active part of cultivating a positive healthy learning environment for trainees.
Why did you get involved in a professional society? To be involved in a community and learn from some of the smartest in our field! I'm excited to work together with fellow EM residents/EM bound medical students to better our field.
What is something that people don't know about you? As a kid I took drum lessons for 6 years and drummed in a classical jazz band and I taught myself piano!
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? Probably a dance instructor/choreographer. I grew up competitively dancing and I love the idea of educating and also being creative.
What is the last non-textbook you read? Currently reading the Shades of Magic series but I just finished Fourth Wing and Iron Flame and I sooo get the hype... I need the third one to be released!!
Andres Lopez, MD, Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Your goal as an EMRA leader: I'm hoping to learn ways we can teach and excite medical students about our incredible specialty- especially in a setting so rich with pathology and learning opportunities, but with unique logistical and workflow circumstances. Additionally, I just want to meet people who also get excited about education!
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I attended the ACEP Teaching Fellowship for Residents and loved connecting with people I just met about a shared professional passion. Ideas bounced around, the dialogue is thoughtful, and there are always hilarious or earnest stories to share! Also it's so cool to meet people from around the country with varied educational experiences. Why not join?
What is the best advice you have ever received? Feel good about saying "I don't know", but always have a follow up. Kinda changed my whole view in medical training. You'll say it a LOT in medical school, training, and life. Don't feign competence or worry about judgement; just be honest. My fav follow ups after I say "I don't know, but" are:
- ... but I can take 5 minutes to do some reading and get back to you.
- ... I can reach out to (someone) and see if they can help.
- ... I can read about it tonight.
- ... I'm here to learn!
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? Photojournalist probably. Love taking photographs and capturing events/stories.
What is your favorite hack for night shifts? Commit to the flip! I fully stay up until 7 AM then sleep unbroken (or try) when switching to nights. It's guilt free me time: video games, working out, netflix movies my wife never wants to watch, etc.
Favorite channel on social media? jbcarmody on twitter. Calls himself the sheriff of sodium, is pediatric nephrologist who is "salty about medical education." He writes awesome, easy to read articles about things like history of the MATCH, how residents came to be deems employees as opposed to learners, questionable utility of NBME testing , med school trends, etc.
Kendrick Lim, DO, Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: Carolinas Medical Center
What are your goals as an EMRA leader?
- Advocate for emergency medicine residents across the country
- Provide educational pearls for those interested in academics & teaching
- Help medical students navigate towards a career in emergency medicine
- Support EMRA in its organizational efforts
Why did you get involved in a professional society?
- Contribute to the future of our amazing specialty
- Meet fantastic colleagues across the country
- Important to get involved with organized medicine
What is something that people don't know about you? I’m a huuuuuuge sneakerhead! Catch me bringing the heat in the ED!
If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: Actor, travel influencer, ASMR artist (just kidding, definitely just kidding...)
What is your favorite hack for night shifts? Just don’t do it – haha I wish!! Tons of snacks (stop by the PEDS ED for this!) and a playlist full of bangers to jam out to!
Favorite channel on social media? The McFarlands on TikTok – dad jokes for days!!
What are your tops songs on your Spotify Wrapped?
- All Too Well (10 minute version, duh!) – so glad Travis Kelce finally put her on the map!
- Beautiful Creatures – Illenium
- Calm Down – Rema
Revelle Gappy, Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Your goal as an EMRA leader: Education is a key pillar of EMRA's mission and is paramount to both resident and student advancement within our field. As a medical student, I am passionate about mentorship and providing robust advising resources. I hope to continue EMRA's advocacy at every stage of training.
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I entered medical school knowing that I wanted to be an emergency physician and served in leadership roles in my school's EMIG early on. I wanted to hone my leadership skills on a national level and knew that EMRA would be the best organization to work alongside passionate people who share this goal!
What do you think are the top three traits of a great leader?Approachable, empowering, and a great listener.
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? A techno/house DJ!
Favorite life hack for night shifts: An Uncrustable and a Celcius, always.
Katelyn Hagstrom, MD, Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: University of Texas Southwestern
Your goal as an EMRA leader: Expand upon and create new resources for residents and medical students as well as build more relationships within the EM community. I am excited to take part in shaping the organization that fueled my passion for EM and MedEd!
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I joined EMRA in medical school and loved the community and abundance of resources and wanted to become more involved. After participating in the Leadership Academy last year, I feel well equipped to take a more active role in EMRA!
What is the best advice you've ever received? Be grateful for the relationships you have and remember to show your appreciation for others around you.
What is something that people don't know about you? I was captain of my high school's varsity bowling team!
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? I would likely still be in medicine/science such as forensics, vaccine/antibiotic research, or another medical specialty. But I think it would be really fun to create movie trailers for a living!
What are your tops songs on your Spotify Wrapped? Anything Taylor Swift! Although this year the sleep lullaby playlist for our new puppy was my most played.
Jasmeen Randhawa, MD, Asst. Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: Los Angeles General Medical Center
Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal is to help others find the joy in mentorship and education while pushing myself to find creative ways to convey information!
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I wanted to encourage myself to connect with others who have similar ideals and passions within Emergency Medicine.
What is something that people don't know about you? I used to work as a bank teller in high school
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? I would be a detective!
What is the last non-textbook you read? What is the last non-textbook you read? Yellowface by RF Kuang
Dakota Burke, Asst. Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine
Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal as an EMRA leader is to find new and innovative ways to evolve and progress the field of emergency medicine, and to continuously improve the delivery of medical education as the specialty evolves.
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I got involved in EM specialty societies because I saw them as an opportunity to network with amazing medical students and residents all over the country, all working towards the same collective goals.
Top 3 traits of a great leader: Communication - creating AND maintaining open lines of communication among members of a team helps to drastically improve team dynamics.
Task delegation and Prioritization - being able to prioritize the most important task items and delegate those tasks without micromanaging their execution allows other members of the team to creatively problem solve, thereby boosting the confidence and abilities of other group members.
Leadership Development - The best leaders are not simply trying to lead, but constantly looking to foster the growth of future leaders.
What is something that people don't know about you? I am a first generation college and medical student, but I have a twin brother who is in medical school as well!
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? I have considered going to physical therapy school, owning my own gym and being a trainer, or being a pilot
What is your favorite hack for night shifts? Not sure if I would consider these hacks, but definitely must have's for adjust to night shift - Tons of caffeine for the shift, Black out curtains in the house, and sunglasses for the drive home. I try to limit exposure to sunlight as much as possible to try to help regulate my sleep pattern, making it a lot easier to fall asleep and stay asleep during the day.
What's the last non-textbook you read? One Second After by William R. Forstchen
Denise Manfrini, MD, Asst. Vice Chair of the EMRA Education Committee, 2024
Program: UNC Health Southeastern
Why did you get involved in a professional society? I want to learn what goes into policy making, network with like-minded individuals, and help keep other residents updated on new developments in the field of EM.
What do you think are the top three traits of a great leader? Someone who is an effective communicator, empathetic to others, and is able adapt quickly to new situations.
What is the best advice you've ever received? Ask for what you want, worse that they can say is no
If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: Either a professional dog walker or a vacation planner
What is your favorite hack for night shifts? Black out curtains are a must! I like to start off the shift with a latte and trailmix.
WWhat is the last non-textbook you read? Lessons in Chemistry
