Who We Are
The AAEM/RSA International Committee will have the opportunity to contribute to international medicine projects and resource development that are helpful and beneficial to students and residents. In addition, this committee includes a strong focus on developing resources for international trainees.
Leadership
Alison Spice
Chair
Shawntaye Williams
Vice Chair
Sara Urquhart, MD
Board Liaison
Rebecca Sommer
Staff Liaison
Goals:
- Encourage interests and initiatives that expand understanding of global emergency medicine
- Serve as liaisons between AAEM/RSA and international EM societies while supporting the development of international emergency medicine interest groups
- Develop and expand educational resources for international trainees and practitioners of emergency medicine
The current projects of the committee reflect both an interest in international/global health and an interest in the education of international trainees and practitioners.
Current Projects:
- EM Sub-internship Directory for International Medical Students
- AAEM/RSA International Student/Resident Scholarship
- Mentorship for International Medical Students/Residents
- Webinars addressing challenges International Medical Students and Residents encounter prior, during and after Residency
- Collaboration with AAEM/RSA Medical School Council with the IMG Medical Student Symposium
- International Health Crisis Pearls
