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Department of Emergency Medicine

Department of Emergency Medicine

Welcome

Our faculty and staff are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, the careers of our students and residents, the safety of our community, and the health of the world through our contributions in clinical service, teaching, and research. 

Welcome from Chair Dr. David Wright
New Dr. Wright Welcome

The Department of Emergency Medicine is Recruiting Team Members



Faculty Recruitment

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. The Emory University Department of Emergency Medicine is searching for faculty to join our dynamic team.

Learn more and apply on the Emory University Careers webpage. 

Fellowship Recruitment

The Emory University Department of Emergency Medicine offers a wide variety of non-ACGME postgraduate fellowship training opportunities including:

Explore the fellowship webpages to learn more about each opportunity. 

Biennial Report: EM In Review



Our Education Programs

Residency Program

The next generation of Emergency Medicine leaders emerge from our residency program with the skills, clinical knowledge, and compassion to provide the highest quality care for patients.

Residency Program Details
Residents at Grady

Fellowship Programs

Post-graduate opportunities in the Department of Emergency Medicine vary from academic to administrative, and from EMS to research-based.

Emergency Medicine Fellowship Programs
Fellowship programs

Sections



Critical Care

The Critical Care Section is committed to the pursuit of critical care delivery in any location, spearheading research initiatives, and educating and guiding the next generation of Emergency Medicine Intensivists.

Global Health

Global Emergency Medicine (EM) is a subspecialty of Emory Emergency Medicine that encompasses the development of the specialty of EM internationally, provision of emergency care globally, disaster and humanitarian response, and global health research.

Observation Medicine

Observation medicine encompasses the management of selected patients for a timeframe of 6 to 24 hours to assess their need for inpatient admission. This service is best provided in a dedicated observation unit, ideally in the Emergency Department.

Prehospital and Disaster Medicine

The core mission of Emory's prehospital and disaster medicine section is patient-centric. Where patients are involved, physicians must demonstrate leadership to help ensure that patients receive the timely, competent and compassionate care they deserve. 

Research

The Innovation and Discovery in the Emergent and Acute Sciences (IDEAS) group in the Department of Emergency Medicine exists to support and grow research and researchers in the Department. The IDEAS group does this by removing barriers to research.

Toxicology

The Section of Medical Toxicology is devoted to teaching, patient care, and research in the field of Medical Toxicology. Since the establishment in 1996 with one toxicologist, the section has grown to include seven Emergency Medicine trained medical toxicologists.

Ultrasound

The Emergency Medicine Section of Ultrasound is dedicated to educating our medical students, residents, and fellows, promoting research and scholarship of ultrasound, incorporating bedside ultrasound into clinical care using best practices

News

Link here for EM News Highlights

Emory Johns Creek Hospital showcases new ION non-surgical robot used in the detection of lung cancer Oct. 7, 2025

Emory Johns Creek Hospital recently held a ‘test-drive’ event for its newest non-surgical robot, called ION. The ION bronchoscopy system by Intuitive uses minimally invasive fiberoptic technology to allow providers to biopsy lung nodules that may be suspicious for lung cancer.

Emory Johns Creek Hospital showcases new ION non-surgical robot used in the detection of lung cancer

New programs support innovative research across Emory Oct. 5, 2025

Several new programs have emerged around the university this year to further support faculty researchers as they explore innovative ideas. Find out more about each program and how a team approach to encouraging scholarship is making a difference.

New programs support innovative research across Emory

Emory Healthcare opens new heart and vascular and transplant clinic in Warner Robins Oct. 3, 2025

Emory Healthcare is bringing new services and specialists to Central Georgia with a clinic to treat heart, vascular and transplant patients. The clinic is the first of its kind in Warner Robins and will be staffed by clinicians from Emory Healthcare Heart & Vascular and Emory Healthcare Transplant teams.

Emory Healthcare opens new heart and vascular and transplant clinic in Warner Robins

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  • October 10, 2025
  • 4:00pm
Professional Development Lecture Series: Same Problem, New Stakes: Addressing Health Inequity in Today’s Climate

Zoom Friday, October 10, 2025, 12 – 1pm Presenter: Zanthia Wiley, MD Audience: Faculty & Staff Event Type: Lectures & Seminars

  • October 14, 2025
  • 9:30pm
Emory at Grady Welcome Reception

Grady Garden Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 5:30 – 7pm Join us for an evening of music, food, and fun while networking with fellow Emory at Grady faculty, staff, and advanced practice providers. Audience: Faculty & Staff Event Type: Special Event

  • October 16, 2025
  • 8:30pm
Save the Date: Bioentrepreneurship Networking

Health Sciences Research Building II (HSRB-II)Room N600, 6th floor1750 Haygood Drive NEAtlanta, GA 30307 Thursday, October 16, 2025, 4:30 – 6pm Bioentrepreneurship Networking—Join Emory University's School of Medicine for its Bioentrepreneurship Networking event where ...

  • October 22, 2025
  • 4:00pm
Leadership Series: Giving constructive feedback to colleagues and direct reports

Zoom - will provide link a week before workshop. Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12 – 1:30pm This session offers an engaging and practical learning experience focused on building skills in delivering constructive feedback. Participants will explore frameworks for giving feedback ...

  • October 28, 2025
  • 3:30pm
ATDC Office Hours at Emory

Health Sciences Research Building II (HSRB-II)1750 Haygood Drive NEAtlanta, GA 30322Lab2Launch, Suite S125 Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 11:30am – 1:30pm You are invited!Join the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) for office hours at HSRB-II outside Lab2Launch Room ...

  • November 6, 2025
  • 4:30pm
Speed Networking: Inflammation

Zoom Thursday, November 6, 2025, 11:30am – 1pm Professor of Medicine and Biomedical Engineering at Emory University School of Medicine, Bob Taylor will emcee this event as researchers present their work in four minutes or less with the goal of seeking new collaborators. The event ...

  • November 10, 2025
  • 1:30pm
Grant Writing Workshop Pilot Grants

Zoom Monday, November 10, 2025, 8:30 – 10:30am Grant Writing Workshop Pilot Grants with panel of speakers.  Audience: Faculty & Staff Event Type: Workshop

  • November 13, 2025
  • 6:00pm
Transition to First Faculty Position Workshop

James B. Williams Medical Education Building Thursday, November 13, 2025, 1 – 4pm Starting off your first time as a faculty member after finishing your training? This workshop is designed to increase your confidence in assuming the mantle of leadership inherent to being a faculty ...

  • November 13, 2025
  • 10:30pm
Promotion Readiness Session

Zoom Thursday, November 13, 2025, 5:30 – 7:30pm The Promotion Readiness Session will pair participants with former members of the Faculty Committee on Appointment and Promotions (FCAP) for a 20-minute one-on-one meeting. These meetings will help participants learn where they are ...

  • November 14, 2025
  • 5:00pm
Professional Development Lecture Series: Supporting Learner Excellence in a Pass-Fail System: Assessment, Feedback, and Support

Zoom Friday, November 14, 2025, 12 – 1pm Presenters: Audrey Jernigan, MD, and  Jeff Siegelman, MD Audience: Faculty & Staff Event Type: Lectures & Seminars