2023 - 2024 International Committee Leader Spotlight

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Pierre-Carole Tchouapi, Chair- Elect of the EMRA International Committee, 2023-2024

Pierre carole tchouapi.jpgProgram: Kings County/Downstate Emergency Medicine

Your goal as an EMRA leader: To continue fostering community/mentorship, and creating opportunities for individuals with a love and passion for international medicine ideally through immersive experiences both locally and abroad.

What is the best advice you've ever received? "Pace yourself, and always give more than you receive"

If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: A Cook or restauranteur; something to do with food and feeding people

Favorite life hack for night shifts: Hiball sparkling water + cliff bar cool mint

What's the last non-textbook you read? "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz

What's on your playlist? Afrobeats on repeat

Sara Teising, MD, MPH, Chair- Elect of the EMRA International Committee, 2023-2024

Sara Teising.jpgProgram: West Virginia University

Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal as an EMRA leader is to share my passion of international EM with other residents, committees, and national societies while creating a safe and efficient environment to discuss the future of this field.

Why did you get involved in a professional society? I believe it is important to incorporate those with diverse backgrounds within professional societies and I hope to bring a new perspective to EMRA.

What is the best advice you've ever received? Let negativity go like water off a duck's back

If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: Policy maker

Favorite life hack for night shifts: Don't forget to laugh!

What's the last non-textbook you read? Medical Apartheid; Fevers, Feuds, and Diamonds: Ebola and the Ravages of History

What's on your playlist? Jay-Z, Stromae, Outkast, Taylor Swift, Killer Mike

Nivedita Poola, MD, MPH, Vice Chair of the EMRA International Committee, 2023-2024

Nivedita Poola.jpgProgram: SUNY Downstate/Kings County Hospital

Your goal as an EMRA leader: To promote mentorship for medical students and residents who are interested in global emergency medicine, strengthen support systems for these individuals, and connect them to local and international opportunities

Why get involved in a professional society? To collaborate with others who share my interests and to help advance the unique thoughts and ideas of my peers

What is something people don't know about you? I have yet to learn how to ride a bike!

If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: A baker/bakery owner (anything to support a sweet tooth!) or a public health professional

Favorite life hack for night shifts: Ice tea +frequent small snacks (maybe not the healthiest hack) and working with friends

What is the last non-textbook you read? The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur

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