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When Hurricane Helene devastated parts of western North Carolina in the Fall of 2024, Dr. Stephen Gamboa swung into high gear, leading a medical team whose responses were so well orchestrated that their work is being held up as an example for other medical professionals who may face similar circumstances.

The pilot study will evaluate the effectiveness and feasibility of prehospital OUD management and intervention strategies, and will bridge statewide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) survey data, EMS electronic health records, and stakeholder interviews.

We once again celebrate Match Day, marking the culmination of four years of rigorous studies and hard work for physicians completing their medical school training, and the beginning of training in their area of specialization.

His research project will focus on evaluating the impact of ambient AI scribing tools on emergency department clinician productivity, documentation efficiency, medical coding, and usability.

Leading with "curiosity and kindness" have been the hallmarks of her many roles as a physician, teacher, mentor and coach, and nationally recognized thought leader in her field.

The FACEP designation recognizes exceptional contributions to Emergency Medicine and demonstrated dedication to delivering outstanding patient care.

The UNC School of Medicine’s Department of Emergency Medicine has received $4.1 million in new grant funding to advance emergency care for older adults and individuals living with dementia.

These prestigious awards are presented to alumni whose outstanding accomplishments bring heightened esteem and recognition to the UNC School of Medicine.

He will assume the new, one-year role as Chair in June of 2026.

This prestigious award was presented at the AAMS annual Air Medical Transport (AMTC) Conference.

The article emphasizes that effective resuscitation for older adults is not simply about applying algorithms but about tailoring care to physiology, context, and the person in front of us.

This award, presented by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), recognizes program directors who have fostered innovation and improvement in their residency programs and have served as exemplary role models for residents.

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Experience, Leadership, and Service: The Actions of UNC EM Alumnus – Dr. Stephen Gamboa – Following Hurricane Helene are Showcased in Leading Journal and Popular Podcast

Julianne Cyr, MPH, CPH, Receives $220K Research Grant Focused on Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) Prevention, Treatment and Harm Reduction Strategies in Prehospital Settings

Match Day 2026! UNC Emergency Medicine Welcomes Our Residency Class of 2029!

Dr. John Kim Receives Junior Faculty Development Research Grant

Dr. Jane Brice Featured in “SAEM Pulse” Story, Highlighting the Key Influences in Her Illustrious Career and the Positive Impact She’s had in the Field of Emergency Medicine

Dr. Smeet Bhimani Becomes a Fellow of the American College of Emergency Physicians (FACEP)

Department of Emergency Medicine Receives $4.1 Million to Advance Geriatric and Brain-Healthy Emergency Care Nationwide

Dr. Jane Brice, Chair of the Dept. of Emergency Medicine, Receives UNC School of Medicine’s 2025 Distinguished Medical Alumni Award

Dr. Daniel Markwalter is Voted Chair-Elect for the Society of Academic Emergency Medicine’s (SAEM) ‘Palliative Medicine’ Group

Dr. Ben Smith Receives the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) Inaugural “40 Under 40 — Rising Leaders in Medical Transport Award”

Dr. Christina Shenvi Co-Authors a Paper for the Journal of Emergency Medicine; “Goal-Directed Care: 10 Tips for Resuscitating Older Adults in the Emergency Department”

Dr. Nikki Binz Receives the ‘Parker J. Palmer Courage to Teach Award’ from ACGME