Samita M. Heslin, MD, MPH, MBA

I am a dual board-certified Emergency Medicine and Clinical Informatics physician, currently serving as Chief of the Division of Quality & Informatics and Deputy Chief Medical Information Officer for Emergency Medicine. I hold several graduate degrees (MD, MBA, MPH, MA, MS) and have dedicated my career to advancing innovation, professional development, and excellence in emergency medicine.

Through my involvement in SAEM, I have served on national committees including AWAEM and the Grants Committee and have mentored trainees and junior faculty. I have also led research and quality initiatives focused on improving emergency care delivery, advancing digital health, and supporting the academic and leadership growth of women in medicine.

I am running for Vice President of Membership because I am passionate about fostering connection, belonging, and professional growth among women in academic emergency medicine. If elected, I hope to strengthen engagement across all career stages, encourage mentorship and collaboration, and create more opportunities to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our members.

AWAEM has played a meaningful role in my own professional journey. I would be honored to give back by helping to build a strong, engaged community that supports and inspires women in academic emergency medicine.