RAMS Board

Daniel Jose Artiga, MD

President

University of Cincinnati Medical Center/College of Medicine

Dr. Artiga is a fourth-year emergency medicine resident at the University of Cincinnati. He earned his medical degree as a David Geffen Medical Scholar at the University of California, Los Angeles, and holds a bachelor's degree in molecular and cellular biology from Harvard University.

A first-generation Latino, Dr. Artiga developed an early interest in emergency medicine through childhood experiences in the emergency department. He is dedicated to serving resource-limited communities and plans to pursue a fellowship in ultrasound.

Dr. Artiga has served on the RAMS Board for four years. His work as a RAMS Board member has led efforts to develop best practices for preparing for ABEM’s new Certifying Exam and previously served as liaison to the SAEM Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. He also contributed to SAEM’s Virtual Presence Committee to launch the organization’s Instagram, co-hosted the Ask-A-Chair educational podcast series, and was a member of the RAMS Resident Labor Task Force.

Lauren Diercks, MD

Secretary-Treasurer

Stanford University

Dr. Diercks is a first-year emergency medicine resident at Stanford University. She previously served as the SAEM-RAMS medical student representative for two years and as a member-at-large for one year.

Her work with the RAMS Board has focused on enhancing the value of SAEM membership for residents and medical students. She helped create short-term volunteer opportunities, led a national survey assessing the emergency medicine interest group (EMIG) experience, and initiated a collaboration program between EMIG leadership and SAEM.

Emily (Ly) Anne Cloessner, MD, MSPH

Immediate Past President

Washington University in Saint Louis

Dr. Ly Cloessner is a fourth-year emergency medicine resident at Washington University in St. Louis, where she serves as a chief resident. Her path to emergency medicine began with a career in public health and public service, rooted in a strong commitment to community engagement. This dedication led her to emergency medicine, where she values the ability to care for all patients, regardless of condition or circumstance.

Dr. Cloessner earned her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina and her undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston. Her academic interests include point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), emergency medicine system development in resource-limited settings, and public health, particularly infectious disease management.

Jared A. Escobar, MD

Member-at-Large

Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

Dr. Escobar is a PGY-2 resident at New Jersey Medical School with a unique background shaped by military service, health care experience, and a strong commitment to leadership and education. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served in the Marine Special Operations community. Toward the end of his enlistment, Jared began cross-training with Navy Corpsmen, which set the stage for his transition into medicine.

After completing military service, Jared pursued undergraduate studies at Fordham University before attending Robert Wood Johnson Medical School for medical education. While in medical school, Jared received a commission into the U.S. Army, further developing his leadership skills and applying military principles to health care. As a Curriculum Research Fellow, Jared helped integrate teamwork and leadership training into the residency curriculum, publishing research on these topics. Dr. Escobar was honored to be inducted into Alpha Omega Alpha and named a Rutgers Rising Star Scholar for his academic and leadership achievements.

Now in his second year of residency, Jared continues to apply these leadership lessons in emergency medicine. Jared has contributed to initiatives focused on improving patient care in high-acuity settings, including the development of critical airway equipment and enhancing team performance through briefing and debriefing.

Dr. Escobar is eager to contribute to the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM) by advancing research, education, and leadership initiatives. Through RAMS, Jared aims to advocate for policies that improve the educational experience for residents and medical students while fostering collaboration and community within the specialty.

Alison Bonner, MD

Member-at-Large

New York Presbyterian Cornell Columbia

Dr. Bonner is a second-year emergency medicine resident at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell and Columbia University. She earned her bachelor’s degree and medical degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, graduating in 2023 as a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.

As a member-at-large on the SAEM-RAMS Board, Dr. Bonner acts as liaison to the SAEM Program Committee, where she has been developing a yearlong mentorship program for medical student ambassadors. She is also a member of the SAEM Education Committee and has contributed to the Strategic Planning and Regional Ambassadors Task Forces.

Mel Ebeling

Member-at-Large

University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine

Mel Ebeling is a fourth-year medical student at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where they also earned a bachelor’s degree in neuroscience as part of the BS/MD program.

With extensive experience in prehospital emergency medicine, Mel has worked as an emergency medical technician in fire-based 911 emergency response, ground ambulance operations, and event medicine. They have a strong interest in disaster and counterterrorism medicine, holding certification as a Hazardous Materials Specialist through the Department of Homeland Security.

Mel also has expertise in simulation-based medical education, having developed high-fidelity immersive simulations. They are particularly proud of publishing a simulation for emergency medicine residents on acute radiation syndrome.

Committed to becoming a physician leader, scholar, and educator, Mel looks forward to leveraging their diverse experiences to provide outstanding emergency medical care and train the next generation of physicians.

Ethan Grant, MD

Member-at-Large

University of Utah Health

Dr. Grant is a second-year emergency medicine resident at University of Utah Health. A native of rural West Texas, he earned his medical degree from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2023.

Dr. Grant’s path to medicine began as an emergency department scribe at Denver Health, where he developed a passion for the fast-paced, ever-changing environment of emergency medicine. During medical school, he served as the wilderness medicine liaison for the emergency medicine interest group and quartermaster for the school’s Wilderness Medicine Club, working to break down barriers that prevent students from training in austere environments.

As a resident, Dr. Grant has coordinated education month to improve learning for incoming interns and has been actively involved in the residency interview process and medical student education.

Indrani Guzmán Das, MD

Member-at-Large

Stanford University

Dr. Guzmán Das is a first-year emergency medicine resident at Stanford Health Care. She earned her medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and a Master of Public Health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

At Stanford, Dr. Guzmán Das serves on the program evaluation committee to identify areas for residency improvement, the recruitment committee, and as a mentor for programs that expand opportunities for underrepresented students.

Before medical school, she worked as a management consultant at Bain & Company, advising S&P 500 corporations and international nonprofits on strategic goals and operations. She later joined the International Rescue Committee, focusing on global refugee resettlement programs.

Dr. Guzmán Das’s research has examined how rising healthcare costs create barriers to access for underserved populations. She has collaborated with Johns Hopkins University on hospital billing practices and worked with Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Partners in Health to expand emergency care access in international development programs.

Dr. Guzmán Das is passionate about making high-quality health care more affordable and accessible. She views the emergency department as a front line for addressing systemic health inequities and is committed to building a better healthcare system.

Juliet Jacobson, MD

Member-at-Large

New York Presbyterian Cornell Columbia

Dr. Juliet Jacobson is a third-year emergency medicine resident at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell and Columbia University.

Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Jacobson taught sixth-grade math and science in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. As a teacher, she recognized the disconnect between students’ assumed needs and their actual experiences, leading her to foster an open and communicative classroom environment. This dedication to effective communication continues to shape her approach in emergency medicine.

Sara Schulwolf

Member-at-Large

University of Connecticut School of Medicine

Sara Schulwolf is a dual MD/MPH student at the University of Connecticut, currently applying into emergency medicine. This is her second year serving on the SAEM-RAMS Board, after previously holding the role of medical student representative.

Eileen Williams, MD

Member-at-Large

University of Texas Southwestern

Dr. Williams is a second-year emergency medicine resident at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. She completed her undergraduate studies at Stanford University before working as a medical scribe and high school tutor. She earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston.

Dr. Williams plans to pursue a fellowship in medical education and a career in academic emergency medicine. She is passionate about advocacy for marginalized populations, particularly incarcerated individuals.  

John Hennessy

Medical Student Representative

University of Michigan

John Hennessy is an educator, entrepreneur, and leader with more than a decade of experience in teaching, mentoring, and innovation. He began his career in education in 2009 as the founder of a tutoring company while an undergraduate at the University of Michigan, expanding it into a multi-state enterprise with a team of more than 50. This experience sparked a passion for teaching that evolved beyond content delivery into the development of effective instructional methods.

Since 2015, Hennessey has served as a lecturer at the University of Michigan, where he has taught more than 1,000 students and developed new curricula, including as an instructor for the NSF I-Corps program, helping academic researchers bridge the gap between research and commercial application.

In addition to his work in education, Hennessey is the CEO and co-founder of a battery and membrane technology startup, leading interdisciplinary research teams and fostering collaborations across university departments and external partnerships. As he transitions to a medical career in emergency medicine, he hopes to apply his expertise in critical thinking, resourcefulness, and education to improve healthcare outcomes and drive innovation in the field.

Carlisle Topping

Medical Student Representative

Yale University

Carlisle Topping is a medical student at Yale University pursuing an MD/MHS degree. She earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Columbia University, where she was a member of the women’s soccer team.

Passionate about fostering community and mentorship among medical students interested in emergency medicine, Dr. Topping values the support systems that help students navigate their medical careers. Drawing from her experience as a collegiate athlete, she appreciates the built-in camaraderie of a team and hopes to contribute to RAMS’ efforts to create an inclusive and supportive environment for medical students preparing to enter the field of emergency medicine.