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Fellowship - Disaster Medicine | Emergency Medicine Faculty Physician | Washington, D.C.

Profession: Physician

Speciality: Emergency Medicine

Location: Washington, DC

Full Address: 900 23rd Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20037

Position: Full Time

Status: Employee

Academic Emergency Medicine Partners (AEMP), an independent academic clinical practice group affiliated with The George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences, is seeking emergency medicine physician candidates for the Disaster Medicine Fellowship for the 2027-2029 academic year.

The Department provides Emergency Medicine staffing at George Washington University Hospital, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, and the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

Fellowship Overview:

Goal:

To equip physicians with the specialized knowledge, skills and experience necessary to effectively manage emergency systems and become leaders in disaster and medicine.

Objectives:

  1. To develop physician expertise in emergency management and its application to disaster and operational medicine
  2. To provide practical application of emergency management principals through multiagency experiences
  3. To cultivate future leaders in disaster medicine across all disciplines and practice settings
  4. To engage with key stakeholders and gain insight into the collaborative environment of disaster preparedness and response
  5. To foster research in emergency management and encourage innovative approaches to disaster problem sets

Curriculum:

The curriculum includes published peer-reviewed didactic content in conjunction with experiential learning opportunities through local partners, federal entities and international organizations. Fellows are taught by world-renowned faculty and expert practitioners. The curriculum is divided into experiential, academic and clinical components as follows:

Fellowship Overview:

Experiential:

Fellows participate in mandatory apprenticeships in operational medicine, hospital emergency management, emergency medical services, global disaster response and local and federal disaster planning. Our partners include DC Fire and EMS, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), the National Center for Disaster Medicine and Public Health and others. Each fellow provides medical direction for the GW Operational Medicine Program where they assist in planning large mass gatherings and provide medical care in austere settings including first amendment activities, athletic competitions, state events, and concerts in the National Capital Region.

Academic:

Fellows complete graduate level coursework, local and national certification courses, didactic days and journal clubs. Fellows conduct at least one approved research project during the program duration with the goal of publication in a peer-reviewed scientific journal and presentation at a national or international conference.

Clinical:

Fellows work as attending physicians at two clinical sites – the DC Veterans Affairs hospital and United Medical Center. Fellows also provide medical oversight and clinical coverage of mass-gathering events in DC through the Operational Medicine Program.

Required Qualifications

  • Emergency Medicine residency trained Physician
  • Board Eligible or Board Certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) or American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine (ABOEM), or be in the certification process following completion of an eligible Emergency Medicine residency program
  • Eligible for medical licensure in the District of Columbia at the time of appointment
  • The duration of the Disaster and Operational Medicine Fellowship is two years with academic dates of August 1st to July 31st.
  • Interested applicants should send a copy of your letter of intent, curriculum vitae, and three reference letters including one from your emergency medicine residency program director. Reference letters should be sent by the recommender. 

Benefits

We value the well-being and professional development of our physicians and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including preventive and specialized care for you and your family
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) with Company Match – Retirement savings plan with company contributions to help build long-term financial security
  • Generous Annual CME Allowance – Financial support for continuing medical education and ongoing professional development
  • Occurrence-Based Malpractice Coverage – Coverage for claims related to professional services rendered during the policy period

Community Information

Life in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. offers the opportunity to live and work in one of the country's most dynamic metropolitan areas. The region features world-class museums and cultural attractions, historic neighborhoods and monuments, outstanding restaurants, professional sports, and highly regarded school districts throughout the greater D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) area.

George Washington University Hospital is located directly above the Foggy Bottom–GWU Metro Station, providing convenient access from throughout the DMV region.

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