People

Diana Yan, MD

Secretary

Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

I have been on the SAEM Simulation Academy executive committee as a guest for the last year. I organize the bimonthly SAEM Sim Academy Mentor Hour Events. I have been on the SAEM Simulation Academy executive committee as a guest for the last 2 years as the organizer for SAEM Simulation Academy's mentor hour events. These events have been highly successful in bringing simulation leaders across the country to talk about their projects and career paths with the goal of us gaining a few invaluable pearls of wisdom. We have covered topics from community simulation to mixing QI with simulation to infusing communication learning objectives into high fidelity simulation. I will bring my organizational skills to this role as secretary and keep everyone on the same page.

Julie Rice, MD

Vice President of Education

Johns Hopkins

Hello fearless sim education warriors! My name is Julie (they/she) and I’m running for the Sim Academy Vice President of Education on the Executive Committee. I have extensive simulation experience including a Masters degree in Medical and Healthcare Simulation Education from Drexel University, 9 years as the Director of Simulation Education in the Department of EM at Johns Hopkins Hospital, the completion of several Sim specific training courses, and have completed curriculum development projects internationally in Malaysia, Uganda, and Lebanon. I regularly teach at national conferences and have been excited to present with many colleagues in the Sim Academy. I have been a member of the Sim Academy for 8 years and have enjoyed and learned from my membership on several committees within the Academy.

This year I led an initiative in the Sim Academy Education Committee to develop a workshop of debriefing and facilitation for the SAEM Annual Assembly. My goal is to build an opportunity for our committee members to work together, learn from each other, help promote each other’s academic work, and teach our education colleagues about what we do best! If elected, I would like to continue the development and implementation of similar large annual collaborative efforts so that Academy members can easily find avenues for networking within our specialty. I believe we should be leading education efforts on debriefing, facilitation techniques, and experiential learning within the SAEM community. Together we can develop engaging content that runs annually and works as a vehicle for collaboration and academic growth for us all!

Thank you for your consideration. Stay classy my friends.

Michael S. Hrdy, MD, MSEd

Treasurer

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

My name is Michael Hrdy, MD, MSEd and it would be my great honor to continue to serve as the Simulation Academy treasurer. Over the past year I have had the fortune to work with the rest of the executive committee to make sure we have the funding to support the needs of our members. Due to a successful membership drive, the Simulation Academy has been given a substantial increase over our previous budget and we’ve been able to fund new member benefits such as simulation innovations grants, travel scholarships and research awards, not to mention the fabulous membership mixers after major conferences. Over my first year as treasurer, I’ve built relationships that have deepened my understanding of the budgetary processes of SAEM and next year I’d like to see how much further we can go for our members. I would like to work closely with the rest of the executive committee to help identify new opportunities for providing novel benefits for our members with our recently increased budget.

I’m an assistant professor in the division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and I am the assistant director of emergency medicine simulation education at CHOP. I have been developing and facilitating simulation sessions since my PEM fellowship and simulation is at the core of my academic career.

I have worked with the Simulation Academy since 2018 and as a result I have facilitated multiple Simulation Academy-sponsored workshops at national meetings and co-authored several simulation education publications, with several exciting collaborations still in process.

Michelle Hughes, MD

Secretary

University of Wisconsin

Did medical school at University of Maryland and Emergency Medicine Residency at University of Chicago. I completed my simulation fellowship at Rush/Cook County and have been Medical Director of Simulation at University of Wisconsin since 2020. I am the fellowship director as well and now have taken over Faculty and APP education as well. I started as a member at large on the Simulation Academy getting involved with the committee. I was also a member of the education subcommittee. I have also started becoming more involved with AWAEM as the simulation liaison and hoping to continue to build that relationship. I have served in the role as Secretary of the Sim Academy for the last year and have continued to build relationships and collaborate with simulationist nationally. I also serve on the EM section of SSH. I feel I have had enough national involvement and connections that I could serve the board and the members well.

Hoping to continue to push forward the agenda of collaboration and projects, especially engaging new resident and fellow members. Hoping to increase awareness of the academy and membership, as well as facilitate more collaboration nationally. Would love to continue to build the network of simulationists, not only for projects but also for mentorship. Have started to do some work with simulation in the realm of DEI and would hope to continue to collaborate with ADIEM in this working group that has been formed.

Tina Chen, MD

President-Elect

Saint Louis University

I am simulation director for the emergency medicine residency at Saint Louis University, as well as the associate dean of simulation and clinical skills for SLU School of Medicine. These roles have given me broad experience in designing and implementing high-yield simulation curriculum for clinicians at various stages of training, from pre-clerkship students to seasoned physicians.

I’ve served on the Simulation Academy executive committee since 2020, as member-at-large, vice president of the education subcommittee, and secretary. During my terms, I’ve acquired a holistic view of the Simulation Academy’s activities across all its subcommittees, as well as its position within the broader Society for Academic Emergency Medicine. Additionally, I’ve focused on building a robust community for simulation educators to connect and collaborate with each other, resulting in multiple national conference presentations, manuscripts, workgroups, and other instances of scholarly work. Organizing these initiatives required strong communication skills, future-oriented thinking, and a commitment to supporting and uniting team members’ goals, contributions, and perspectives - all useful strengths for the president-elect role.

In running for the president-elect of Simulation Academy, I hope to continue a culture that welcomes simulation educators to a connected national network. Simulation Academy has been integral for my professional growth. By building opportunities for Simulation Academy members to network and share ideas, I hope to create the same growth opportunities for others. As president-elect, I will strive to ensure the Simulation Academy remains a community that champions member interests, generates collaborative scholarship, and accelerates career growth.

Tiffany Moadel, MD

President-Elect

Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell

My name is Tiffany Moadel and It would be my privilege to serve you as President Elect of the Simulation Academy. I’m currently an Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and serve as the Healthcare Simulation Fellowship Director within the Emergency Medicine Service Line at Northwell Health and the Director for Simulation at North Shore University Hospital, Northwell Health.

Prior to my current position, I completed a Medical Simulation Fellowship at the Yale School of Medicine and continued for two years as the Director for Medical Student Simulation at the Yale School of Medicine and the Yale Center for Medical Simulation. In 2018, I was the recipient of the SAEM Simulation Academy’s Young Educator Award.

I am currently serving my second term as Treasurer of the Simulation Academy. I am also a member of the Faculty Development, Education and Research Subcommittees. I was the lead for the Simulation Academy Research Consultation Service from 2021-2023. Also, as the President of the CORD Simulation Community of Practice in 2021, I worked to develop the Simulation Consult Service as a joint initiative between the Simulation Academy and CORD.

In my current role, I’ve worked with the academy to ensure funding for valued member benefits, including scholarships for ARMED and ARMED MedEd, resident/fellow travel awards to the SAEM annual meeting, on-site food and drink at the meeting as well as a networking mixer, and funding for Sim Wars at SAEM. I have also worked with academy leadership to promote new open forum executive committee meetings for all members.

I look forward to the opportunity of serving you as President Elect of the Simulation Academy. My goals are to: (1) promote faculty development, academic promotion and the individual growth of our members; (2) support collaboration of members within the academy as well as with other major simulation-related organizations; and (3) continue to promote the need for experts in simulation within the house of medicine.

(1) Faculty Development: My top goal is to ensure that the Simulation Academy provides a wealth of resources to support faculty development and to help members at various stages in their careers advance towards promotion. I would like to develop a faculty development toolkit, to help guide individuals at various stages in their career on the path towards academic success and promotion. I would like to create a virtual grand rounds series, where our members can showcase their areas of expertise within a broad range of topics in simulation. I propose developing a guide to assist more senior members on writing strong letters of support for junior faculty applying for promotion and I would like the Simulation Academy to become a resource to help junior faculty identify letter writers.

(2) Collaboration: By creating a virtual directory, identifying members by their topics of interest and expertise, I would love to connect our members to allow the opportunity for discussion and collaboration. I hope to create communities of practice to connect individuals with shared interests (e.g. AR/VR, task training, UGME, late-career, etc.). I would also like to continue the work of our predecessors by promoting collaboration with other EM-based simulation organizations, such as CORD, ACEP, AAEM and SSH. I plan to continue in-person gatherings for Simulation Academy members and our collaborators at the major simulation and EM meetings.

(3) Promotion of the need for simulation expertise in medicine: As a body representing members with expertise in simulation and academic medicine, we will continue to promote the value of our work, its importance across the house of medicine and a method for learning across the spectrum of UGME, GME and CME. This will be accomplished through a social media campaign promoting the work of our members and through communication with other physician groups, governing and licensing bodies.

Thank you for considering my candidacy. I look forward to the privilege and honor of serving you as President Elect.

Emma G. Cortes, DO

Member-at-Large

Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

I am a dual-specialty physician in emergency medicine and family medicine, global emergency medicine fellow at Brown University, and have been a part of GEMA as co-chair for the AI/AN committee and the SAEM program committee liaison. My goal is to continue to help GEMA be the premiere organization for education, collaboration, and support in global emergency medicine in a way that is equitable and accessible. I currently have initiatives to help promote GEMA among junior learners both through media engagement and through virtual educational sessions. I want to continue to advance these initiatives to help them grow, and to implement new initiatives as our relationship with Indian Health Services strengthens. I aim to increase our opportunities for research, education, and outreach within AI/AN communities and indigenous communities worldwide. I am running for this position of member-at-large because I strive to help GEMA keep its true principles in its mission to promote emergency medicine worldwide.

Kaitlin Rose

Medical Student / Resident Representative

University of Michigan

I went to Oakland University for my undergraduate education and then Central Michigan University for medical school. Currently, I am a PGY-2 at the University of Michigan. I was introduced to global health after participating in a Global Medical Brigade trip to Panama where we provided medical care to a community with limited access to health care. Since that time, I have been learning how to maximize health care access and humanitarian aid to low-resource communities. Additionally, during residency, I have been working with one of my mentors to research direct medical and surgical support and emergency medicine curriculum development in association with the war in Ukraine. Overall, I believe I am a good fit for the Resident Representative position for GEMA because I want to make a profound global impact in health care and I am passionate about involving learners at all levels, from medical students to residents, in these activities. I am also in the SAEM Climate Change and health interest group and have learned with my participation there how to effectively be involved as a resident in an interest group/academy.

Vinay Kampalath, MD, DTMH

IT Chair

University of Pennsylvania

I am interested in the role of IT Chair for the Global Emergency Medicine Academy Executive Committee because I would like to support increasing the visibility of GEMA’s work. GEMA itself is growing in scope and membership, and this growth reflects the increasing interest in global emergency medicine among emergency medicine faculty and trainees across the world. I currently serve as Program Committee Liaison, where I am currently working on planning GEMA-related events at SAEM24. I am also Co-Chair of the Humanitarianism Taskforce, where we have invested in expanding the reach of our programming and diversifying our membership base. As IT Chair, I would continue these efforts by increasing the visibility of GEMA members’ work on our social media channels, with the aim of doubling our current social media following. My goals would be to advertise the breadth of our GEM work that reflects our diverse subcommittees and membership, and to specifically engage in outreach to emergency medicine communities in LLMICs. I hope these efforts will in turn contribute to GEMA's growth in membership.

Florian Schmitzberger, MD, MS

SAEM Program Committee Liaison

University of Michigan

I've been on the GEMA executive committee for multiple years, having most recently served as the development and grants officer. I really appreciate the work of the executive committee and hope to continue working on it. As a member of the SAEM program committee, I would like to serve as the SAEM Program Committee Liaison for next year and continue the extremely strong work so far.

Katie Wells, MD, MPH

Member-at-Large

The University of Vermont

My name is Katie Wells. I am running for the GEMA Member-At-Large position to get more directly involved in GEMA’s mission. I have been involved with GEMA since matriculating into Emergency Medicine residency, and I currently serve on the Decolonizing Committee and the Global Engagement Committee. My original journey in medicine had been geared toward a career as an international trauma surgeon. I matched into an academic seven-year general surgery program and was asked to join a WHO Global Surgery committee as an intern. That soon developed into being the first fellow for the University of Utah’s Center for Global Surgery, the first global surgery fellowship in the country. I spent two years working in Mongolia, focusing on surgical and trauma system development and research with the Mongolian Ministry of Health and the national hospital system. During my fellowship, I obtained an MPH from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, focusing on disaster medicine and refugee health. During that time, I switched my focus to emergency medicine. While I loved operating, I realized that I loved learning about and developing elements of health systems more and felt that emergency medicine was a better fit. After applying to a GEMA showcase in Dallas, Texas, I found my people in Global EM. I met many people who advocated and networked for me at that event while applying for residency. GEMA was my launching pad as I went back into the match for Emergency Medicine. I have always felt indebted to this organization and to SAEM for giving me my first systems of support to build a career in Global EM. Therefore, I want to be more directly involved in its development and leadership. Since first joining GEMA, I have finished my global health fellowship, completed my residency in EM, and was recruited to the University of Vermont to start the first program in International Emergency Medicine, where I am currently the Director of International Emergency Medicine, as well as the University of Vermont Health Network Emergency Department Director of Health Equity. I was also recently selected as the inaugural Director of Social Medicine for the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine. I am responsible for building curriculum and research in health equity and social justice while overseeing student involvement in social medicine programs. Since joining Vermont, we have built partnerships working alongside our Ugandan colleagues, and supported the development of the first Ugandan curriculum for emergency care nursing for the country, built a Rural Emergency Care Systems (RECS) rotation built for practitioners working in the international context which we piloted this year with Ugandan partners with the plan to expand this for our other international partners, built a partnership with AFEM and South African partners to explore equitable GH partnerships, built our first institutional multidisciplinary Global Health Equity fellowship starting this year, amongst many other initiatives.

Additionally, during COVID, I worked supporting local infrastructure building here in Vermont with the development of the first collaborative immigrant health program called the Immigrant Health Initiative (IHI), bringing in members of over 20 different University of Vermont Health Network departments, over 50 community partners and created the first salary funded hospital network immigrant community liaison position held explicitly by a member from our refugee community. We have also been working collaboratively with community and medical center partners to change statewide policy focused on immigrant health. We are growing our faculty exponentially, as well as our research capacity and our international collaborations with three other countries. I have had the privilege of learning from so many mentors and leaders in the Global Emergency medicine space, and I feel that my skill set in advocacy, network building, and strategy could serve GEMA well as it continues its growth into a group to meet the moment of change and sustainability in this decolonizing period. I would love to work directly as part of GEMA leadership to facilitate collaboration with other international EM organizations to create consensus and systems of accountability toward building equity in global EM partnerships.

If elected I would love to work with GEMA to push forward more research and scholarship focused on building equitable global health partnerships. I would like to lead GEMA in these efforts and liaise with other international EM organizations to facilitate building systems of accountability and change in current global EM practices.

Chathuri Kaushila Thilakasiri Modarage, MD

Member-at-Large

Oxford University Hospital NHS Trust

I am writing to express my strong desire to join the esteemed Society for Academics in Emergency Medicinem, Global Emergency Medicine Academy. It is with great enthusiasm that I present my candidacy for this prestigious organization, and I believe that my background, experiences, and dedication to the field of emergency medicine make me a valuable candidate.

As an emergency physician from Sri Lanka currently pursuing a combined fellowship in simulation and emergency medicine at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, I have had the privilege of working in diverse healthcare settings and collaborating with professionals from around the world. My commitment to the advancement of emergency medicine is reflected in my active participation in various international organizations and committees.

I am honored to serve as the European Resuscitation Council Young representative for Basic Life Support and as a member of the Science and Education Committee of Basic Life Support in ERC since 2021. Additionally, I contribute my expertise to the ILCOR task force on first aid, furthering the cause of emergency care on a global scale. My dedication to professional growth is evidenced by my membership in the Royal College of Emergency Medicine and my role as a council member of the Sri Lankan Society of Critical Care and Emergency Medicine. In addition to the MBBS degree and MD in Emergency medicine I hold a diploma in Disaster Management from faculty of Medicine University of Colombo. I am currently pursuing a Post Graduate Certificate in Simulation at Brighton and Sussex University.

My research publications in the field of medical education and resuscitation reflect my commitment to advancing knowledge and improving patient outcomes. Notably, I have worked with the Society for Academics in Emergency Medicine (SAEM), contributing to the publication of "A toolkit for decolonizing global emergency medicine education." This project underscores my commitment to fostering inclusive and equitable education in the field.

Furthermore, my teaching commitments span a wide range of educational programs, from being a visiting lecturer at the University of Moratuwa to serving as a committee member of the Simulation Center at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo. I am deeply involved in training healthcare professionals, including emergency nurses and ambulance service personnel, in life-saving skills such as BLS, ILS, and ALS. Moreover, I am proud to have contributed to the development of the National Ambulance Service's curriculum, "Suwaseriya."

One of my key passions is creating opportunities for women in emergency medicine, and I am proud to have been recognized with the global travel award of the Academy of Women in Emergency Medicine in 2020. I believe that diversity and inclusivity are essential for the continued growth and success of our field, and I am dedicated to fostering an environment where all voices are heard and valued. As a member of the IFEM Special Interest Group in Gender, I actively contribute to the global efforts to promote gender equality and inclusivity in emergency medicine.

In conclusion, I am deeply committed to advancing the field of emergency medicine through research, education, and advocacy, both locally and on a global scale. My extensive experience, combined with my passion for the field and dedication to inclusivity, makes me an ideal candidate for membership in the Society for Academics in Emergency Medicine Global Emergency Medicine Academy.

I look forward to the opportunity to contribute to the academy's mission and collaborate with fellow members to further advance emergency medicine worldwide. Thank you for considering my application.

Sonya Naganathan, MD, MPH

Member-at-Large

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

J. Austin Lee, MD, MPH

Treasurer

Indiana University

I have been glad to serve GEMA as the treasurer for the past two years and would be glad to continue to serve our community in this role. I've been an active member of GEMA for the past 8 years, and have served on a variety of GEMA committees. I have relevant experience as an active member on the IFEM finance committee, and am familiar with the SAEM budget cycle and financial management needs. I appreciate your consideration and the opportunity to serve!

Torben "Tom" Becker, MD, PhD

Secretary

University of Florida

I am hoping to serve the Global Emergency Medicine Academy (GEMA) members in the role of Secretary on the GEMA Executive Committee.

I believe that my unique experiences support my candidacy. I am currently the Director of the Section of Global Health at the University of Florida where I also serve as the Founding Program Director of the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship program. I have had the privilege of serving as the former Editor-in-Chief of the Global Emergency Medicine Literature Review (GEMLR) Group, and I was part of the GEMLR group for fifteen years. I currently serve as the Chair-Elect of the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship Consortium. I am also the current Development & Grants Officer on the GEMA Executive Committee. In this role, I had the opportunity to support multiple upcoming workshops focused specifically on the needs of our members from LMICs.

Furthermore, my role as President of a non-profit organization, Global Health Coalition, which supports EMS and ultrasound work with partners in Ghana, reflects my passion for addressing pressing global health issues. Over two decades of global health work experience have provided me with a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges associated with international healthcare efforts.

My vision for this role is to leverage my diverse background to enhance the operations of the GEMA Executive Committee. If elected, I am committed to fostering transparency, effective communication, and collaboration within our organization. I will work diligently to ensure that our committee functions smoothly, enabling us to better serve our members and advance our mission.

In conclusion, I am excited to offer my candidacy for the position of Secretary and to contribute to the continued success of the GEMA Executive Committee. With my qualifications, dedication, and passion for global health, I am confident that I can make a meaningful impact in this role. I humbly ask for your support and the opportunity to serve our organization to the best of my abilities.

Thank you for considering my candidacy. Together, we can drive positive change and further our mission within the GEMA community.

Megan Rybarczyk, MD, MPH

President-Elect

University of Pennsylvania

I am honored by the nomination for Present-Elect of GEMA. I have led and/or served on several GEMA committees over the years, and I have also served as Treasurer of GEMA and Fellow Representative, Secretary, and, most recently, Chair of the Global Emergency Medicine Fellowship Consortium (GEMFC) Committee.

I believe this work, along with serving as the Global EM Fellowship Director of the University of Pennsylvania Program, has given me the necessary experience to take the next steps to serve GEMA as President-Elect. If elected to this position, I will work over the next year to prepare for the role of President by upholding the vision of GEMA and by advancing its mission to improve the delivery of emergency care globally through research, education, and mentorship. In my role as Treasurer, I worked to increase membership, especially among our global colleagues, as well as to support additional opportunities for members. I plan to continue to contribute to – and expand – these efforts as President-Elect. Finally, given my interest in and passion for education, I hope to work to increase educational opportunities for and by GEMA members.

Thank you for the nomination and for your consideration of me for the position of President-Elect. It would be a privilege to continue serving GEMA in this role.

David Tillman, MD

Director, Medical Student Education

University of Wisconsin

Dr. Tillman is currently Director of Medical Student Education for the University of Wisconsin Department of Emergency Medicine. He earned his medical degree from The Ohio State University College of Medicine and completed his emergency medicine residency training at the University of Wisconsin, where he served as chief resident during his final year. He then completed a fellowship in Undergraduate Medical Education at the University of Wisconsin, after which he joined on as faculty at UW in 2016. Since joining the Department of Emergency Medicine as a faculty in 2016, Dr. Tillman has led emergency medicine to be one of the most highly sought specialties in the UW School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and has been pivotal in both advancing and evolving the EM curriculum and clinical experience for students. He serves or has served in consequential leadership roles with the School, including the ForWard Curriculum Steering Committee, Statewide Campus Direction Committee to improve and support educational experiences at clinical sites across Wisconsin, and on the Acute Care Block Design Team. Dr. Tillman also leads the Emergency Medicine Interest Group (EMIG) at UW SMPH, a program that introduces medical students to the field of emergency medicine and fosters students’ interest in the specialty. Dr. Tillman was recently awarded the 2021 Young Educator Award from the Clerkship Directors in Emergency Medicine, an Academy of the Society for Academic Emergency Medicine. His career interests center on medical student and resident education and include mentorship, simulation, and curriculum development.

Meredith Thompson, MD, FACEP

Member-at-Large

University of Florida

After completing my undergraduate education at the University of Florida (Go Gators!), I went on to complete my medical education at the University of Virginia. I continued my residency education in Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia as well where I served as chief resident and additionally completed a medical education fellowship. After fellowship I returned to Gainesville to join the faculty at the University of Florida in 2018 as an Assistant Clerkship Director. I have had the privilege to serve in many departmental educational roles throughout my career thus far including Assistant Clerkship Director (2018-2021), residency core faculty member (2019-present), (Clerkship Director (2021-present), and Director of Undergraduate Medical Education (2022-present). Additionally, I have been involved in educational committee work locally and nationally including as a member of our college’s Curriculum Committee, ACEP Academic Affairs Committee member, CORD ASCEM member/distribution chair, SAEM CDEM Curriculum and Assessment Committee member, and SAEM Educational Research Interest Group Member. I am also in my last year of a master's degree in education where I have been able to learn many important skills with respect to program evaluation as well as educational study methodology and techniques.

I firmly believe in the mission of CDEM to serve as a voice for EM educators and provide a forum for the development of resources and solutions to shared challenges. This forum is even more needed given the recent jobs report, a rapidly changing residency application landscape, and evolving viewpoints on the specialty of EM in the house of medicine. I am committed to advocating for the specialty that I love and that has so much to offer not only to future EM trainees but students who pursue other specialties alike. As a member at large I would like to ensure current initiatives to update and modernize the CDEM curriculum and testing platforms are successfully completed and remain useful/relevant to the membership. Additionally, I hope to continue current efforts for faculty development. This includes mentorship as well as creating additional resources for members to collaborate and advance scholarship efforts. Lastly, I would like to help CDEM champion initiatives for our specialty to promote educational equity for our students. Resources to support faculty education initiatives and for our membership to learn about best practices/innovations in evidence-based assessment techniques such as grading committees are needed.

I would be honored to serve as a Member-at-Large for CDEM to advocate for our students and their amazing educators!

Jose V. Nable, MD

Member-at-Large

Georgetown University School of Medicine

Thank you for considering me for a Member-At-Large position on CDEM’s executive committee! I graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed my EM residency training at the University of Maryland. I have been Georgetown’s EM clerkship director since 2016. I have served as CDEM's secretary (2022-23) and treasurer (2023-24). I chaired CDEM's Visiting Students Task force (2019-2020).

If elected, I will work to continue the exceptional progress CDEM has made to build us all up to succeed as clerkship directors. I credit CDEM for facilitating the relationships and developing resources that I leverage to inspire our students to thrive. I firmly believe in cultivating equity and inclusion in our various clerkships, celebrating the diversity of our students, patients, and our faculty. As a member of the Executive Committee, I will champion the sharing of best practices related to equity initiatives within CDEM. I will also work with CDEM leadership to improve how our specialty handles away rotation applications, making for a fairer and more transparent process for both our students and clerkship directors.

Bryanne Macdonald, MD

Member-at-Large

UMass-Chan Baystate

I graduated from the University of Massachusetts-Chan Medical School and completed my EM residency at UMass Chan-Baystate Medical Center where I also served as chief resident. I have served as Baystate’s Assistant Clerkship Director for the past two years while completing a Medical Education fellowship and obtaining my Master’s in Health Professions Education from Boston University. Like all members of CDEM, I am passionate about undergraduate education and introducing students to our wonderful specialty. My specific interests include student advising, curriculum design and reform, and pursuing diversity and equity within EM. If elected, I hope to work with the committee to identify and address commonly encountered challenges faced by undergraduate educators, further develop the educational materials provided to CDEM members while incorporating highly effective educational methods, and to disseminate updated advising guidance to those in advising roles in conjunction with CORD. Furthermore, I hope to work with the CDEM community to develop enhanced guidance on equitable application processes and application review to better serve and support all of our learners. As a young educator and physician, it would be an honor to serve as an executive committee member for a community that has already provided so much support and guidance to myself and my colleagues, while providing me the opportunity to help in continuing to improve this wonderful organization.