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9:40 am
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About EMRA and EMRA Awards Recognition
- EMRA Alexandra Greene Medical Student Member of the Year
- ACEP/EMRA National Outstanding Medical Student of the Year Award
- Elizabeth Beaubien BS, BA, NRP, Wayne State University School of Medicine
- Dixie Blumenshine, University of California San Francisco
- Ly Hoang, BS, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
- Elina Kurkurina, MPH, Quinnipiac University Frank H. Netter School of Medicine
- Ryan M. Leone, MSc, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Parth Patel, MD Candidate, 2026, University of Connecticut School of Medicine
- Atira Shenoy, BS, Nova Southeastern Dr. Kiran C Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Corinne Stanforth, MS4, The Ohio State University, College of Medicine
Speaker:
Louisa Weindrich, DO
EMRA Director of Education
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9:55 am
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Program Director Panel + Q&A
Objectives:
- Describe anticipated changes in ED patient utilization and how to prepare
- Identify current challenges in EM and the projected direction of the specialty
- Compare 3-year vs. 4-year residency training and program adaptations
- Evaluate the potential role of Artificial Intelligence in EM
- List qualities and characteristics of strong EM applicants
- Assess the importance of research for matching into EM
- Recognize common application and rotation red flags
- Identify key skills and experiences that strengthen preparation for a career in EM
Moderator:
- Dr. Bo Burns, DO, MBA, MHA, OCEP
Speakers:
- Dr. Michael Galuska, MD, FACEP
- Dr. Miriam Kulkarni, MD
- Dr. John Casey, DO, MA, FACEP, FACOEP-D
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11:10 am
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Breakout Sessions
MS I-II
Objectives:
- Detail the advantages, disadvantages, expectations, and career opportunities available within emergency medicine (EM).
- Provide advice about how to prioritize/balance academics, research, extracurricular activities, and other commitments during the first two years of medical school.
- Encourage running for local EMIG officer positions, running for EMRA MSC, joining EMRA committee, etc
- Discuss the advantages and disadvantages for DO students to take both COMLEX Level 1 and Step 1
- Discuss the importance of mentorship and advising the EM-bound medical student.
Moderators:
- Cameron Decker
- Natalie Loveridge
Speakers:
- Dr. Lauren Sigman, MD
- Dr. Albert Kim, MD
- Dr. Roger Chirurgi, MD, FACEP
MSIII- Osteopathic
Moderators:
- Anastasia Ipekci
- Eriq Gassé
Speakers:
- Dr. Michael Poulose, DO
- Dr. Marc Borenstein, MD, FACEP
- Dr. Mary McLean, MD, FACEP
MSIII- Allopathic
Objectives:
- Review general expectations of applying to/matching in EM - i.e. aways, SLOEs, step 2
- Provide advice about how to excel in clinical rotations, how to relate these to work in the ED.
- Emphasize away rotation timeline
- Evaluate strategies for selecting audition rotation sites and assessing program fit, considering academic vs. community settings and regional preferences.
- Implement strategies for requesting feedback and strengthening performance during rotations.
Moderators:
Speakers:
- Dr. Peter Moffett, MD, FACEP
- Dr. Brian Hensley, MD, FACEP
- Dr. Karina Reyner, MD
MSIV
Objectives:
- Identify key themes and qualities that resonate in EM personal statements.
- Compare community, county, and academic programs to make informed application choices.
- Determine the optimal number of programs to apply to, considering MD vs. DO applicants.
- Recognize common application pitfalls and strategies to avoid them.
- Formulate questions to assess program support for students with families or other personal considerations.
- Evaluate the role of Step 2/Level 2 scores, SLOEs, clerkship grades, and recommended 4th-year electives in EM preparation.
- Discuss best practices for Zoom interviews, open house sessions, and post-interview follow-up.
- Discuss how to prepare for the emergency medicine virtual or in-person interview, including program research and question development.
Moderators:
- Grey Braybrooks
- Kyle Abrantes
Speakers:
- Dr. Laura Ortiz, MD, MHPE
- Dr. Jeanne Rabalais, MD, MHA
- Dr. Doug Franzen, MD, M.Ed, FACEP
International
Objectives:
- Detail the advantages, disadvantages, expectations, and career opportunities available within emergency medicine (EM).
- Discuss best practices for international applicants seeking to apply for U.S.-based EM away rotations and residency programs.
- Go over general expectations of applying to/matching in EM - i.e. aways, SLOEs, step 1 and 2.
- Address ways to stand out as an International applicant
- Compare community, county, and academic programs to make informed application choices.
- Determine the optimal number of programs to apply to as an IMG
- Discuss best practices for Zoom interviews, open house sessions, and post-interview follow-up.
- Discuss how to prepare for the emergency medicine virtual or in-person interview, including program research and question development.
Moderators:
Speakers:
- Dr. Michael Galuska, MD, FACEP
- Dr. Kenneth K. Chang (Kenny), DO, FAAEM
- Dr. Eric Blazar, MD, FACEP
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