About
About
About
Founded in 2015, FemInEM is an educational and professional development organization for Women in Emergency Medicine.
Founded in 2015, FemInEM is an educational and professional development organization for Women in Emergency Medicine.
Founded in 2015, FemInEM is an educational and professional development organization for Women in Emergency Medicine.
Founded in 2015, FemInEM is an educational and professional development organization for Women in Emergency Medicine.
Our Mission
Emergency medicine serves as a critical access point for reproductive health care. However, inconsistency in training, gaps in resources, and the lack of research specific to emergency care settings create disparities in outcomes for female patients.
FemInEM addresses these challenges by equipping emergency medicine professionals with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to deliver equitable and effective care.
Our Mission
Emergency medicine serves as a critical access point for reproductive health care. However, inconsistency in training, gaps in resources, and the lack of research specific to emergency care settings create disparities in outcomes for female patients.
FemInEM addresses these challenges by equipping emergency medicine professionals with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to deliver equitable and effective care.
Our Mission
Emergency medicine serves as a critical access point for reproductive health care. However, inconsistency in training, gaps in resources, and the lack of research specific to emergency care settings create disparities in outcomes for female patients.
FemInEM addresses these challenges by equipping emergency medicine professionals with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to deliver equitable and effective care.
Our Mission
Emergency medicine serves as a critical access point for reproductive health care. However, inconsistency in training, gaps in resources, and the lack of research specific to emergency care settings create disparities in outcomes for female patients.
FemInEM addresses these challenges by equipping emergency medicine professionals with the tools, knowledge, and resources they need to deliver equitable and effective care.
Mentorship Programs
Our mentorship programs pair learners and new faculty with experienced physicians for guidance and support. These provide career advice to help women succeed in emergency medicine.
Peer Support Groups
Peer support groups address challenges like burnout, gender bias, and career advancement. They offer a safe space for women to connect, share experiences, and find support.
Policy Change
We advocate for policies like transparent promotion criteria, parental leave, and flexible scheduling. These ensure women have the resources to thrive in their careers.
Our Story
Our Story
Through a website, podcast, and academic conferences, FemInEM positively addresses gender disparities, empowering all physicians to be more engaged in their work and better care for themselves and their patients.
Through a website, podcast, and academic conferences, FemInEM positively addresses gender disparities, empowering all physicians to be more engaged in their work and better care for themselves and their patients.
2015:
Founded
FemInEM was established as an LLC, creating a platform to discuss, discover, and support the journey of women in emergency medicine.
2017:
First Conference
FemInEM hosted its first conference, bringing together women and allies in emergency medicine to address gender equity and professional growth.
2019: Supporting Local Conferences
The first conference between FemInEM and the Harvard Affiliated Emergency Medicine Residency Women’s Initiative was organized for residents, fellows and junior faculty on gender equity and advocacy in New England.
2022: Solidifying Our Impact
The organization inspired the adoption of lactation support and maternity leave programs in numerous Emergency Medicine departments, advancing equitable workplace policies.
2025: Meeting the Moment
FemInEM transitioned to the FemInEM Foundation, reaffirming its mission to advance gender equity and improve care for female patients in emergency departments.
2015:
Founded
FemInEM was established as an LLC, creating a platform to discuss, discover, and support the journey of women in emergency medicine.
2017:
First Conference
FemInEM hosted its first conference, bringing together women and allies in emergency medicine to address gender equity and professional growth.
2019: Supporting Local Conferences
The first conference between FemInEM and the Harvard Affiliated Emergency Medicine Residency Women’s Initiative was organized for residents, fellows and junior faculty on gender equity and advocacy in New England.
2022: Solidifying Our Impact
The organization inspired the adoption of lactation support and maternity leave programs in numerous Emergency Medicine departments, advancing equitable workplace policies.
2025: Meeting the Moment
FemInEM transitioned to the FemInEM Foundation, reaffirming its mission to advance gender equity and improve care for female patients in emergency departments.
Who We Are
Who We Are
Who We Are
Leadership Team
Dara Kass, MD
Founder and Executive Director
New York
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Dara Kass, MD
Founder and Executive Director
New York
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Dara Kass, MD
Founder and Executive Director
New York
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Esther Choo, MD, MPH
Director of Research
Oregon
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Esther Choo, MD, MPH
Director of Research
Oregon
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Esther Choo, MD, MPH
Director of Research
Oregon
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Jenny Beck-Esmay, MD
Treasurer
New York
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Jenny Beck-Esmay, MD
Treasurer
New York
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Jenny Beck-Esmay, MD
Treasurer
New York
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Jailyn Avila, MD
Director of Digital Education
California
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Jailyn Avila, MD
Director of Digital Education
California
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Jailyn Avila, MD
Director of Digital Education
California
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Rebecca Hellman, DO
Director of Clinical Education
New York
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Rebecca Hellman, DO
Director of Clinical Education
New York
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Rebecca Hellman, DO
Director of Clinical Education
New York
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Sabena Vaswani, MD MPH
Director of State Based Reproductive Healthcare Cohorts
New York
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Sabena Vaswani, MD MPH
Director of State Based Reproductive Healthcare Cohorts
New York
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Sabena Vaswani, MD MPH
Director of State Based Reproductive Healthcare Cohorts
New York
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Diksha Mishra, MD
Director of Women in Medicine Groups
New York
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Diksha Mishra, MD
Director of Women in Medicine Groups
New York
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Diksha Mishra, MD
Director of Women in Medicine Groups
New York
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Andrea Austin, MD
Chief Welllness Officer
California
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Andrea Austin, MD
Chief Welllness Officer
California
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Andrea Austin, MD
Chief Welllness Officer
California
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Sophia Spadafore, MD
Director of Policy and Advocacy
New York
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Sophia Spadafore, MD
Director of Policy and Advocacy
New York
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Sophia Spadafore, MD
Director of Policy and Advocacy
New York
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Viktoria Koskenoja, MD
Director of Rural Reproductive Health Care
Michigan
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Viktoria Koskenoja, MD
Director of Rural Reproductive Health Care
Michigan
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Viktoria Koskenoja, MD
Director of Rural Reproductive Health Care
Michigan
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Asia Nguyen
Program Manager
California
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Asia Nguyen
Program Manager
California
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Asia Nguyen
Program Manager
California
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