Laura Walker, MD, MBA

Laura Walker, MD, MBA, is an assistant professor of emergency medicine and Southeast Minnesota hospital practice chair at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science.

Her work focuses on advancing women in academic emergency medicine through mentorship, collaboration, and leadership development. She is committed to fostering engagement across academies and promoting opportunities that support the growth and advancement of women in the field.

Dr. Walker is an active leader in the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine (SAEM), where she has served as secretary of the Academy for Women in Academic Emergency Medicine (AWAEM) for two terms. In this role, she has led efforts to improve organizational processes, enhance accessibility of member resources, and support continuity across leadership transitions.