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Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium Call For Research Abstract 2025

The deadline is March 21, 2025. ICEP is seeking submissions for the annual Statewide Research Showcase held at the 2024 Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium on Thursday, May 29 at Northwestern Feinberg Pavilion. This is ICEP’s only research presentation opportunity, so do not miss your chance to submit and present at a regional meeting! The […]

ACEP Navigating Immigration Enforcement in the Emergency Department

NOTE: The information in this document is general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. State laws and facility policies can vary greatly–consult your hospital’s administration or general counsel for more specific guidance. Overview: In 2021, the director of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued an internal memo directing ICE officers to […]

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ICEP Seeks Nominations for Leadership Positions

Nominations for ICEP 2025 Board of Directors and Councilors The ICEP Awards & Nominating Committee is seeking members who would like to be considered for Board and Councilor positions. Board of Directors Four members will be elected to a three-year term on the ICEP Board this year. All active members in good standing are eligible to […]

ICEP Awards 2025

ICEP recognizes and honors the dedication, service, and contributions of our outstanding members who are leaders in the field of emergency medicine. Presented each year at the Ginny Kennedy Palys Annual Symposium and Annual Business Meeting, these awards honor individuals who have gone above and beyond in advancing ICEP’s mission and elevating the practice of […]

A Message from ICEP President, Willard W. Sharp

January 9, 2025 Dear ICEP members, I am writing to you to inform you of the recent departure of our Executive Director, Bailey McMurray. I thank her for her service to our organization over the last two years and wish her well as she makes this transition in her career. I am happy to announce […]

Emergency Medicine Foundation is Proud to Offer Funding for Grants

The Emergency Medicine Foundation is proud to offer funding for grants in several categories to support the most critical topics facing emergency medicine. Categories include: Early Career Research Development, Pilot Research, EMRA Resident Research, SAEMF Medical Student Research. Deadline Jan. 10.

ACEP’s Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for the ACEP Board of Directors, Council Speaker, and Council Vice Speaker

Board of Directors Nominations Due by March 17, 2025. The Timeline: March 17, 2025 – Nominations for the ACEP Board of Directors due. April 11, 2025 – The Nominating Committee convenes to select the slate of candidates for the 2025 ACEP President-Elect and Board of Directors elections. Application Criteria: The ACEP Nominating Committee is accepting nominations from individual […]

New Laws, Rules Impacting Public Health to Take Effect in 2025

Strengthened rules on childhood lead testing, requirements for long-term care facilities among changes in the New Year SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) announced that a number of new laws and rules designed to strengthen the public health system will go into effect on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2025. “The Illinois […]