2026 Critical Care Committee Leader Spotlight

Akhil Tumpudi, DO

Vice Chair of the EMRA Critical Care Committee, 2026

Program:
Jefferson Health New Jersey

What do you think are the top three traits of a great leader? 
Hard work, teamwork, dedication

What's the last non-textbook you read? 
When breath becomes air

Luke Alley, MS

Vice Chair of the EMRA Critical Care Committee, 2026

Program:
University of Pikeville

What is your goal as an EMRA leader?
My goal as an EMRA leader is to make critical care more accessible!

What do you think are the top three traits of a great leader?
Approachable, Team player, organized

What is something that people don't know about you?
I used to be a competitive gymnast

If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be?
A high school band director

What is the last non-textbook you read?
The Da Vinci Code