ACEP Section on International Emergency Medicine

As the trend towards globalization continues so does the need to support, promote and develop the specialty of emergency medicine. If you enjoy learning about other cultures and traveling to distant places then the Section on International Emergency Medicine (International Section) is the place for you. With more than 2,000 members the International Section is one of the College's largest and most active sections. By joining the International Section, you can make a global impact by sharing your knowledge and experiences with others. The International Section offers its members up to four newsletters per year, member mailings, an interactive e-list of all section members which facilitates communication with the group, access to the Section Grant Program, and an annual business meeting at the ACEP Scientific Assembly to meet with your colleagues. Other activities facilitated by the International Section include:
• ACEP International Ambassador Program
• Annual Education Session
• Country/Field Reports
• International Emergency Medicine Forum
• Dissemination of Information/Resources
• International Conference Endorsement
• Scientific Assembly International Scholarship Program

College Awards received to date include:
• 2004: Outstanding Newsletter Award
• 2005: Service to College Award
• 2006: Promoting Section Membership Award
• 2009: Promoting Section Membership Award of Distinction for overall increase in membership
• 2010: Outstanding Web Page Award
• 2012: Outstanding Web Page Award of Distinction
• 2013: Promoting Section Membership Award