2024 Social EM Committee Leader Spotlight

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Molly Curtiss, DO, Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Molly Curtiss.jpgProgram: University of Arizona South Campus

Your goal as an EMRA leader: As Chair-Elect of the Social EM committee, my goal is to learn how to become the best leader I can be while helping medical students and residents learn more about the social issues that impact their patients, and help give them the tools to make changes in their patients lives and their own communities.

What is the best advice you have ever received? Do something that brings you joy daily.

What is something people don't know about you? My older sister and I have the same birthday. She is exactly one year older than me.

Favorite life hack for night shifts: Bring lots of snacks!

Alessandra Della Porta, Chair-Elect of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Molly Curtiss.jpgProgram: University of Cincinnati

Why did you get involved in a professional society? EMRA has been a part of my professional life dating back to my first year of medical school. It has provided me with boundless opportunities for personal growth, mentorship and career advice. In addition to the professional benefits, personally, I have made friendships that have lasted for years with leaders in emergency medicine across the county.

What is the best advice you have ever received? I once had a boss tell me that "frustration is the emotion of learning". Its one of my favorite quotes and when I feel frustrated I always remind myself that a big breakthrough is right around the corner!

What is something people don't know about you? I am an identical twin and she is also a resident!

If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? I would love to run a second hand store, buying and selling clothes, housewares and other goods. 

Favorite life hack for night shifts: A huge breakfast :)

What is the last non-textbook you read? Wanderers by Chuck Wending

Meg Hayslip, Vice Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Megan Ladd.jpgProgram: UAB Heersink School of Medicine

Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal is to create an environment to allow medical students and residents to come together to learn to identify and address social determinants of health to create a more equitable healthcare experience. 

Why did you get involved in a professional society? I wanted to join a group of individuals with shared passions from across the country so that we can learn from each other and better serve our communities.

What is the best advice you have ever received?  Don't stress about things out of your control 
 
What is something that people don't know about you? I'm an avid scuba diver!
 
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? Traveling food critic 
 
What app on your phone consumes the most of your time? Probably Maps because I'm geographically challenged 
 
What is the last non-textbook you read? The Name of the Wind

 

Darrow Traylor, MD, Vice Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Megan Ladd.jpgProgram: Advocate Christ Medical Center

Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal is to increase the presence of EMRA within the community. I wish to also connect the virtues for which the organization represents, with the communities that need these virtues realized the most.

Why did you get involved in a professional society?  I want to be a visible leader of action and part of a collective who are like-minded across the country.

What is the best advice you have ever received? There are three pillars to success. Mindset, guidance, and God.
 
What is something that people don't know about you? I beat the 2nd ranked wrestler in the state for a wrestling championship
 
If you weren't an emergency physician, what would you be? Football Coach or professional ad libber
 
What app on your phone consumes the most of your time? Chrome Browser
 
What is the last non-textbook you read? When Breath Becomes Air - Paul Kalanith

Favorite channel on social media? @Cookinginthemidwest TikTok

Nikkole Joy Turgeon, MD, Vice Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2022-2023

Nikkole Joy Turgeon.jpgProgram:  Boston Medical Center

Your goal as an EMRA leader: My goal is to work to foster a sense of personal and professional responsibility in our field so we all may act as socially responsible EM physicians, thereby advancing equitable solutions that will improve patient care and experiences.

Why did you get involved in a professional society? Advocacy exists on many levels, from the bedside to national policies. I want to engage with and learn from leaders in Social EM and Advocacy to better serve our communities. By getting involved in a professional society I hope to advance the state of Social EM within medical education and health policies.

What is the best advice you have ever received? Stop doing things because you think it will look good on a resume, only dedicate your time to things that you are passionate about, that refills your cup, and that keeps you motivated

What is something people don't know about you? I'm the first in my family to graduate college and the first doctor

If I weren't an emergency physician, I would be: Anthropologist or Botanist

What is the last non-textbook you read? Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi (highly recommend!)

Haley Furman, MD, MS, Asst. Vice Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Megan Ladd.jpgProgram: Creighton/Maricopa

Your goal as an EMRA leader: To provide resources/education that will help improve care for diverse patient populations.

Why did you get involved in a professional society? To help create initiatives that will help to minimize disparities in healthcare. 
 
What do you think are the top three traits of a great leader?  Integrity, Empathy, and Active Listening
 
What is the best advice you have ever received? Slower can be faster.

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

What is your favorite hack for night shifts? Monster, more monster, and frequent walks

What is the last non-textbook you read? Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Natalie McConnell, MD, Asst. Vice Chair of the EMRA Social EM Committee, 2024

Brooke Ott.jpgProgram: Mount Sinai

 

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