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Women in Academic Emergency Medicine

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OUR 
MISSION

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To provide a support system for female emergency medicine residents, fellows, and attendings through mentorship, education, and outreach.

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Welcome to Women in Academic emergency Medicine (WAM!)—a group of female emergency medicine residents, fellows, and attendings here at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Working in the emergency department has its challenges, and some of these challenges are unique to women. As a group, we serve as a support network to address these needs and help female physicians find a balance between careers, families, friends, and wellness. We have quarterly meetings to discuss a variety of topics, including work-life integration, contract negotiations, gender microaggressions, and wellness. We also seek opportunities for outreach in the local community and beyond.

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Past Events

January 18, 2023

Percy Warner Park Hike​

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May 4, 2023

Annual Female Faculty and Resident Retreat

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November 13, 2024

Butchertown Hall Dinner

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February 13, 2024

Galentine's Night

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Upcoming Events

MAY

WAM Annual Retreat

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Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: TBD

Work-Life Balance from a Female's Perspective led by Physician Coaches Drs. Terako Amison & Adriana Kipper-Smith

OCT

10 Year Anniversary WAM Alumni Event Date

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Time: TBD
Location: TBD

Date, Time, and Location TBD

AUG

WAM Welcome Event

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Time: TBD
Location: TBD

Date, Time, and Location TBD

WAM! Co-Leaders

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Dr. Tara Overbeeke
tara.m.overbeeke@vumc.org

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Dr. Kendra Parekh
kendra.parekh@vumc.org

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Dr. Joan Henning
joan.henning@vumc.org

Resident Liaisons

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Dr. Alexa Thomas
alexa.thomas@vumc.org

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Dr. Katelyn Latuska
katelyn.latuska@vumc.org

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Dr. Madeline Clyde
madeline.clyde@vumc.org

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