Event Medicine Section

To train current and future emergency medicine physicians who will act as medical directors and practicing physicians during mass gathering events in which medical care is anticipated for spectators and/or participants.

July 17, 2024

Mass Gathering Medicine Webinar

This course will present a discussion of the key fundamentals for any physician to consider when organizing a medical response to mass gathering events, both big and small.

May 1, 2024

Letter from the Chair

First, I want to introduce myself to all of you as the Chair of the Event Medicine Section. I also want to emphasize what a privilege it is to be a part of this section's work and further our specialt...

August 15, 2023

Use of Wastewater Surveillance in Multi-Day, Mass Gathering Events

Multi-day mass gathering events present unique medical concerns, including the risk of infectious disease outbreaks. Mass gathering events provide entertainment and education and promote healthy socia...

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