Member-at-Large

Blake Denley, MD

Ochsner Health
New Orleans, Louisiana

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My life mantra is to desperately love like I myself wish to be desperately loved, which I think is best accomplished through service.

Though love may not be the first motivating factor you think of when considering candidates for a position such as Member-at-large, it really is the essence of all that I do. Having love and genuine care for others as my principal driving factor has given me an inclusive, progressive-thinking mindset, and I am motivated to always push for innovation and betterment within the organizations I work with.

The fluidity of the Member-at-large position matches my personality well, and I would love addressing a wide variety of issues as they arise throughout the year. I would also want to serve as a direct voice to the Board for EMRA members, ensuring appropriate representation. Though most of my leadership experiences have been at the state and local levels, I would love the chance to serve on the national level, and I would greatly appreciate your vote.

Fun Facts: I am a 7-time Jump Rope World Champion, I was a Ralphie Handler at the University of Colorado, and I have a Golden Retriever named Aspen.

Member-at-Large

The Member-at-Large will focus on timely specialty issues or EMRA organizational needs at the direction of the EMRA Executive Committee.

Election

Odd-numbered years

(Pending approval of EMRA Bylaws changes at the fall 2023 Representative Council meeting, this position will not be offered. If the changes are not approved, EMRA will seek Member at Large candidates during the Representative Council meeting and a vote will be called. Direct any questions to .)

Term 2 years
Duties
  • Advise the Board on timely specialty advocacy issues including workforce
  • Other special projects determined in collaboration with the President based on specialty and organizational priorities
  • General board responsibilities (misc projects, monthly board meetings, write for EM Resident magazine, and serve as liaison to a number of EMRA Committees)
  • Represent EMRA members at ACEP Council
Travel
  • Monthly EMRA Board of Directors meeting (virtual attendance)
  • ACEP Scientific Assembly (Oct)
  • EMRA Board of Directors’ Retreat (Jan)
  • Leadership & Advocacy Conference (May)

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