Resident Experience

You should be in the room when emergency medicine’s future is shaped.

At ACEP’s Leadership and Advocacy Conference, residents get a front row seat to the policy conversations that shape patient care, clinical practice, and the future of the specialty. You will learn how decisions are made, meet the people who influence them, and gain the skills to speak up for your patients. Along the way, you will connect with fellow residents and national leaders through dedicated networking events and evening receptions that help you build your professional community. If you want to make a meaningful impact beyond the bedside, this is where it begins.

EMRA Leadership Academy*

WHEN: Sunday, April 26
TIME: 8:30 am
WHERE: Independance A West

The EMRA Leadership Academy brings together the brightest rising leaders in our specialty for a yearlong professional development program.

This select group will take part in invitation-only EMRA programming on April 26, in conjunction with LAC. Our Leadership Academy scholars will enjoy networking events and targeted education to help them prepare for their next roles in organized medicine.

Learn more about the EMRA Leadership Academy here.

*By invitation only

EMRA Representative Council

WHEN: Sunday, April 26
TIME: 10:30 am - Noon
WHERE: Independance A West

If you’ve ever wanted to change something about medical training or health care, this is how you start: Show up to the EMRA Representative Council 2026 Spring Meeting, slated April 26 in conjunction with ACEP LAC.

RepCo, the governing body of EMRA, sets policy and outlines action for the organization and our members. It is a no-barrier way to dip your toes in the waters of health policy and advocacy.

Join us to hear what’s on the mind of trainees, and be part of the future of EM. EMRA Members, learn more here.

EMRA/ECPS Health Policy Primer

WHEN: Sunday, April 26
TIME: 1:00 - 5:00 pm
WHERE:

The EMRA/ECPS Health Policy Primer is essential for advocacy newcomers, first‑time LAC attendees, and anyone interested in today’s policy landscape.

You will learn the basics of health policy and advocacy, the politics behind policy decisions, and how to advocate lawmakers effectively. Gain high‑yield education plus valuable opportunities to connect with peers across all levels of advocacy experience.

EMRA/ECPS Reception

WHEN: Sunday, April 26
TIME: 8 - 10 pm
WHERE: The National Press Club