EMRA Spotlight, Medical Student Council

Meet Matthew Christensen

We're pleased to introduce Matthew Christensen, EMRA Medical Student Council AMA MSS Representative, 2020-2021.

matthew-christensen_300.jpgProgram: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

Your goal as an EMRA leader: To make a significant impact on my local community and create valuable content for medical students across the country.

Top 3 traits of a great leader: 
1) Composure
2) Adaptability
3) An innovative vision

What is the best advice you've ever received?
A true leader doesn't need a title, just an opportunity.

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


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