The Emergency Medicine Resident Association of Florida (EMRAF), the resident committee of FCEP, is continuing to work toward establishing representatives for each of Florida’s residency programs. We met in November to discuss upcoming FCEP and ACEP events and opportunities for continuing education and recruitment. Involvement in EMRAF is simple and available at any level of commitment, and there are always ongoings geared toward residents.

The Life After Residency: Thriving Beyond Medicine program was a virtual success this year, covering topics ranging from financial and personal wellness to contracts and job changes. Next September, FCEP is looking forward to returning to Sirata Beach Resort in St. Pete Beach for an in-person event. Dr. Robyn Hoelle with North Florida Regional Medical Center’s residency program, Dr. Todd Slesinger with Aventura’s residency program, and Dr. Rajiv Bahl are on the planning committee and are very interested in incorporating resident involvement in planning next year’s event. This is one of countless ways to get involved with FCEP and meet some of the great minds working within the college. Your perspective as a resident is more important than you realize. If you are interested in joining this planning committee, please contact one of the chairs or communications director, Samantha League, at sleague@emlrc.org.

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